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Malicious 'Ransomware' Virus Strikes N.J., Local Authorities Warn

A malicious computer virus that holds your documents "hostage" has been reported in New Jersey, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office says.

The malicious software can be installed from a website, e-mail, instant messages or social network. Once the computer is infected, it will lock up forever. The software often creates a pop-up window or warning demanding money to have the files returned, local authorities say.

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Man Dies After 7-Story Fall In Bergen County

• Police have released the identity of the man who died after falling seven stories from the top of the Glenpointe Complex Tuesday morning.

Brielle Fire Kills 1, Destroys Family's Home

• One person died in a fire that ripped through a Monmouth County house early Tuesday, police said.

'Suspicious' Low Flying Plane Circles Trump's Golf Course in Bedminster

• A plane that was flying very low over the cottages at Trump National Golf Course was reported to police over the weekend.

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