Cop Sexually Assaulted Teen, Officials Say: 5 Must-Read NJ Stories

Good evening, New Jersey Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from New Jersey:

1. Authorities said a police officer has been charged with sexually assaulting a teenager, and is currently suspended from his job. The 25-year-old would take his patrol car to visit the girl and her friends, officials added. (Read more on Patch.)

2. A former school bus monitor has been convicted in the death of a 6-year-old with special needs, authorities said. (Read more on Patch.)

3. After three decades in business, a family-owned and -operated restaurant in Somerville has closed its doors. (Read more on Patch.)

4. Officials are looking to identify a man who reportedly tried to abduct a child outside her home on Sunday. (Read more on Patch.)

5. A woman who was killed inside her home on Jan. 9 had just given birth to her fourth child several weeks ago, her family said. An online fundraiser aims to raise money to ensure the children are supported and cared for. (Read more on Patch.)