Crime & Safety
Mall Fire, Another Earthquake, Pet Hotel Evacuation: NJ Weekend
A death during an arrest at the shore, an earthquake aftershock and the evacuation of dozens of dogs during a fire rounded out the weekend.
NEW JERSEY - A death during an arrest at the shore, another earthquake aftershock and the evacuation of dozens of dogs during a fire rounded out the weekend.
Here's a look at the incidents reported across the Garden State over the weekend:
Man's Death After Arrest At Route 37 Gas Station Under Investigation
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The New Jersey Attorney General's office is investigating the death of a man who was arrested Friday on outstanding warrants at the Shell gas station down the shore. Read more.
2.1-Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Somerset County
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A preliminary 2.1-magnitude earthquake rattled Somerset County on Friday night, one of dozens of aftershocks to hit the state since April 5's 4.8 temblor. Read more.
2-Alarm Fire Closes Voorhees Town Center In Camden County
A South Jersey shopping mall is closed for the weekend after a fire broke out in the mall's food court, authorities said. Firefighters found heavy smoke and people still inside the building when they arrived. Read more.
46 Dogs Rescued From Fire At Business Complex In Essex County
Firefighters and police rescued dozens of dogs from a boarding kennel after a fire ripped through a business complex in Essex County last weekend, authorities said. A police officer also suffered smoke inhalation while responding to the blaze. Read more.
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