Freehold, NJ Area Cold Cases

cold-case-record__Hariton

Name

Gail Hariton

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Gail Hariton was found in her apartment located on Pardun Road in North Brunswick after the landlord checked on her due to her absence for a few days. A special reward of $15,000.00 For information leading to an arrest has been raised by the New Brunswick High School Class of 1958.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Noga

Name

Nancy Noga

Age

17

Cause of Death

Blunt Force Trauma

Info

Nancy Noga, a 17-year-old high school senior, was reported missing and found in a small wooded area near her home. She was last seen leaving her job at the Rag Shop in Old Bridge. Nancy was wearing a purple "Arizona" jacket, jeans, and a sweater. Despite flyers and posters, her case remains unsolved.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Varshavsky

Name

Boris Varshavsky

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Boris Varshavsky's body was found in a shallow grave, burnt from a fire in a wooded area. The body was described as a Caucasian or light-skinned Hispanic male approximately 25-30 years old, height 5'11", weight 210-230 lbs with black hair and very clean dental work.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Solano

Name

Jose Solano

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Jose "Eric" Solano was involved in an altercation between members of the 18th Street and LaMugre/Los Primos gangs on Suydam Street and Joyce Kilmer Avenue. During the altercation, Solano was fatally wounded. A passing-by civilian was also wounded but sustained no serious injuries.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Lewis

Name

William Lewis

Age

24

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

William "Tweety" Lewis was shot on the back porch of his girlfriend's home at 209 Suydam Street. He was taken to Robert Wood Johnson Hospital where he was later pronounced dead. Lewis had a criminal history and investigators believe he knew his killer.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Suskin

Name

Jeffrey Suskin

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Jeffrey Suskin's body was found at 1 Jennifer Court by his estranged wife, Beth Suskin. He was pronounced dead on arrival.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Santos

Name

Dominic Santos

Age

47

Cause of Death

Missing

Info

Dominic Santos, a plumbing contractor, was reported missing. He was last seen driving to his lawyer’s office in Bayonne. He was driving a 1986 Isuzu Trooper with license plate number BAR-80E. He was wearing blue jeans, a blue & white shirt, boots, and a gold wedding band. He had approximately $1,000 in cash at the time.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__No

Name

Jum No

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Jum Kam No was found dead at the Hidden Valley Apartment Complex. She was killed while babysitting an infant son who was unharmed.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Brown

Name

Zarinah Brown

Age

2

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Zarinah Brown, a two-month-old infant, was pronounced dead at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital after becoming unresponsive and having trouble breathing. She was visiting her father in Edison.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Dowd

Name

Francis Dowd

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Francis Dowd was found dead in his apartment on Remsen Avenue. Two individuals were seen in the building within hours of his death. One was a thin white female approximately 25 years old with blond hair wearing a sundress, and the other was a Hispanic looking man approximately 30 years old, stocky build, wearing blue jeans with a wide black belt, a white t-shirt, and black work boots.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Polidura

Name

Nicholas Polidura

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Nicholas Polidura was found in his car outside 306 Neville Street. He was transferred to the hospital where he died later from his injuries.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Barreto

Name

Arturo Barreto

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Arturo Barreto's body was found on the curb a few doors down from his home at 675 Elizabeth Street. He was out drinking with two men the night before, and his death was initially unclear if it was a murder or an accident. His car was found far from the bar and his home, leading police to believe murder was possible despite the Medical Examiner ruling it an accident.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Maldonado

Name

Iris Maldonado

Age

40

Cause of Death

Stabbing

Info

Iris Maldonado's body was found in a storm drain at a senior citizens housing complex. She had been stabbed repeatedly and transported to the storm drain in a trash cart.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Kuzniak

Name

Anthony Kuzniak

Age

59

Cause of Death

Blunt Force Trauma

Info

On December 14, 1987 at 5:30 PM, Anthony Kuzniak, a resident of Perth Amboy, was found dead in his home on Parker Street. It is unknown at what time the homicide occurred. Kuzniak was found upstairs in his bedroom by a nearby tenant, Lynn Saunders. If you have any information in regards to this homicide please contact the Middlesex County Crime Stoppers.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__O’Rourke

Name

John O’Rourke

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On December 3rd, 1987, the body of John “Jack” O’Rourke was found inside of his taxi off of Burnet Street in New Brunswick. He had suffered from fatal wounds. A man wearing a black leather jacket was seen in the area was described as white, approximately 28 years old, heavy set with brown shoulder length hair, and clean shaven. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Moskowitz

Name

Phillip Moskowitz

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On December 5, 1987 at noon, Phillip Moskowitz, a resident of Bellmore, NY, was found dead on the bank of a stream near the Amtrak Maintenance Station access road in North Brunswick. It is believed that Mr. Moskowitz was murdered elsewhere and then dumped near the stream. If you have any information in regards to this homicide please contact the Middlesex County Crime Stoppers.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Adsit

Name

Robert Adsit

Age

30

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Found in his car at Ticetown Road soccer field. He worked the midnight shift as a forklift driver and was believed to be on his way to Sayrewood Shopping Center. He had no known enemies.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Lawson

Name

John Lawson

Age

50

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found dead in the parking lot of Private Formulations Inc. His car was missing, and his pockets were emptied, suggesting robbery.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Hawk

Name

Harry Hawk

Age

35

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found in the road in front of 27 Richmond Street. He was taken to the hospital where he died from his injuries after a week.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Paul Sr

Name

Douglas Paul Sr

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found dead in his car at 743 Parker Street. The time of death is unknown.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Brown

Name

Christopher Brown

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found dead at the Hess Gas Station. The time of death is unknown.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Piwowarski

Name

John Piwowarski

Age

32

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found dead inside Poor John's Pub. The wounds were inflicted by an unknown assailant.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Parson

Name

Sylvia Parson

Age

24

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found dead in Buccleuch Park, with injuries from an attack the night before.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Watson

Name

Claudette Watson

Age

21

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found dead in a wooded area behind Madison Liquors. She was last seen at midnight before the attack.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Andrews

Name

Walter Andrews

Age

73

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Found dead in the yard of a burned-out house he owned. He had been beaten with a heavy object. He feared for his dogs and property due to ongoing disputes.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Sammel

Name

Marvin Sammel

Age

37

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Marvin Sammel, 37, was shot to death in a robbery attempt at 25 Hidden Lake Drive, North Brunswick. The victim was a target of two suspects, described as white males in their early 20’s. One suspect was possibly driving a mustard-colored vehicle.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Hopkins

Name

Melvin Hopkins

Age

21

Cause of Death

Beaten And Stabbing

Info

Melvin Hopkins, 21, was found dead in the trunk of his silver Pontiac under the Driscoll and Edison bridges. An autopsy revealed he died from multiple stab wounds. He was a roofer and lead singer for the rock band "High Voltage."

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Carollo

Name

Giacomo Carollo

Age

40

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Giacomo Carollo, 40, was shot in his driveway at 903 Lee Avenue, North Brunswick. The suspect fled in a small reddish car, possibly a Mercedes.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Smith

Name

Lawrence Smith

Age

28

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Lawrence Smith, 28, was found shot to death on the grounds of Apco Extrusions factory. His body was discovered by employees finishing up the second shift.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Kiyoski

Name

Noma Kiyoski

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Noma Hickie Kiyoski’s body was found on Perrineville Road, Monroe Township. He had suffered fatal wounds.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Grezzielle

Name

Jesse Grezzielle

Age

44

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Jesse Grezzielle, 44, was found dead in a field on Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge. She was last seen the evening of January 14, 1981, heading to an encounter group meeting.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Patel

Name

Dilipkumar Patel

Age

37

Cause of Death

Blunt Force Trauma

Info

Dilipkumar Patel, 37, was murdered during a robbery at his gift shop. The suspects were two black men, described as thin, one 5'7" and the other 5'9", both wearing leather jackets.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Protze

Name

Karl Protze

Age

42

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Karl Protze, 42, was found dead after being shot while getting into his work vehicle. The suspect was described as a white male, medium build, wearing an oxblood leather jacket.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Gordillo

Name

Alvaro Gordillo

Age

27

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Alvaro was found dead in his apartment at 826 Harned St. In Perth Amboy. He had been attacked and killed at least two days before he was discovered. He had moved to Perth Amboy from Elizabeth in 1978.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Protze

Name

Karl Protze

Age

29

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Karl Protze was attacked outside the Westinghouse Corporate Trucking Company. He was shot near his truck and later died at Middlesex General Hospital.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Cavallero

Name

Michael Cavallero

Age

26

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Michael was shot in the neck outside the Edge Tavern. He was with friends and died shortly after the attack. A suspect on a motorcycle may have been involved.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Gaydos

Name

Edna Gaydos

Age

44

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Edna was found injured at home after possibly surprising a burglar. She died three days later from her injuries.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Hawkes

Name

Deborah Hawkes

Age

21

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Deborah was sexually assaulted and killed in her home.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Syslo

Name

Joseph Syslo

Age

14

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Joseph was found drowned in a tidal marshland. He had been missing for three days. A marijuana plant was found near his body, raising suspicion.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Gorham

Name

Ann Gorham

Age

28

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Ann was found suffocated in her home with bruising and ligature marks around her neck. The death was ruled a homicide.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Kirsch

Name

Shirley Kirsch

Age

52

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

On May 16, 1974, Shirley Kirsch was assaulted at her home by two suspects. One suspect knocked on her door in a Postal uniform, claiming a special delivery. When the door opened, a shot was fired, killing her. The suspects escaped in a Dodge. The weapon was a .38 Caliber revolver.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Gallacher

Name

James Gallacher

Age

35

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

James Gallacher, 35, chased a prowler who shot him during the pursuit. He died from injuries after being shot in the neck. The suspect was described as a tall white male wearing dark clothing.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Belt

Name

Betty Belt

Age

16

Cause of Death

Assault

Info

Betty Jean Belt, 16, was reported missing on July 1, 1975. Her body was found in a wooded area near Helmetta Blvd. She died from injuries sustained during an assault by an unknown assailant.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Wilson

Name

William Wilson

Age

Cause of Death

Arson

Info

William and Deanna's bodies were found in a fire that was ruled arson. Gasoline was found at the points of ignition, and the deaths were ruled homicides.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Wilson

Name

Deanna Wilson

Age

Cause of Death

Arson

Info

William and Deanna's bodies were found in a fire that was ruled arson. Gasoline was found at the points of ignition, and the deaths were ruled homicides.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Vincze

Name

Ethel Vincze

Age

60

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Ethel Vincze, 60, was found dead outside her home after being attacked by an unknown assailant. Her body was found outside her bedroom window after her son arrived home.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Sabbatino

Name

John Sabbatino

Age

29

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

John D. Sabbatino, 29, was found dead in Edison after being shot. His death is related to the murder of Jeanne Biondo, whose body was found hours later in Plainfield.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Biondo

Name

Jeanne Biondo

Age

37

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Jeanne Biondo, 37, was found dead in an automobile in Plainfield. She was murdered hours after John D. Sabbatino, and their deaths are believed to be related.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Savage Jr

Name

John Savage Jr

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

John Savage Jr. Was found dead in a wooded area with fatal wounds. His vehicle was later found in the Bronx, and witnesses saw two males wiping it off.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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cold-case-record__Smith

Name

Sheila Smith

Age

22

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Sheila Smith, 22, was found dead near the Raritan River. She had been missing for over two weeks. The cause of death was a fractured neck and cerebral hemorrhage, possibly from a fall or assault.

Agency

Middlesex County Crime Stoppers

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