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HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Prosecutor Esther Suarez of the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office has announced the arrest of three individuals on charges of theft by deception. The arrests followed an investigation conducted by the Special Investigations Unit of the Prosecutor's Office. Viral Patel, 38, Priyanka Patel, 33, both of Jersey City, and Pratik Patel, 35, of Ramsey, have each been charged with one count of Theft by Deception, a second-degree crime, and Conspiracy to Commit Theft, also a second-degree crime. The charges are in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:20-4 and 2C:5-2a(1) respectively. The investigation revealed that the defendants were contracted to perform work at a business owner's three properties in March 2023. The business owner subsequently received and paid an invoice for approximately $200,000 from Janvi Hotel Supply LLC. However, it was discovered that none of the contracted work was actually performed by the defendants. Viral Patel and Priyanka Patel were apprehended on December 20, 2023, while Pratik Patel was arrested on December 21, 2023. All three individuals were taken to the Hudson County Correctional Facility to await their court appearances.

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13.01.24 03:34

by shorenewsnetwork.com

Nominate Your Local Heroes for Brick Township's Hero Awards

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ - Brick Township is calling for nominations for the Brick Hero Awards, an initiative designed to recognize and honor residents and businesses who contribute significantly to the community's betterment. This is an opportunity to acknowledge those who consistently go above and beyond in their dedication to Brick Township. The Brick Hero Awards celebrate various individuals and organizations across multiple categories. These categories include Public Safety, School Personnel, Business, Non-profit, Volunteerism, Seniors, Youth, Military/Veterans, Public Service, and Community Stewardship. The awards aim to honor those making a difference, whether through small acts or significant contributions. This year's Brick Hero Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, March 8 at 7 PM at Brick Township High School. The ceremony, hosted by the Mayor's Student Advisory Committee, promises to be a memorable event featuring performances by local school choirs, theatre groups, dance teams, and more. Attendees can purchase tickets at the door. If you know a deserving Brick resident or business that exemplifies extraordinary effort in enhancing the community, you can nominate them for a Brick Hero Award. The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 16. Nominations can be made through the provided link. This is a chance to recognize and celebrate the heroes among us who help make Brick Township a thriving and vibrant community.