Suspected Killer Commits Suicide, Heroin Busts and Overdoses Top NJ Crime News

Take a look at some of New Jersey’s biggest crime stories from the past week. Click on the headline to read the full article.

South Jersey Man Suspected of Murdering Ex-Girlfriend Commits Suicide

Michael Eitel found dead in garage of Berlin Township home days after his ex-girlfriend was found stabbed to death in her driveway.

32 Heroin Overdoses in 1 Week in Camden

Heroin antidote saves four, but three end up dead as result of substance abuse.

Duo Lies About Being Robbed at Mall, Get Busted For Having Weed in Car

Paterson couple claims robbers stole phone in parking lot, end up jailed for intent to distribute marijuana charges.

Oops! Guest Speakers’ Wrong Location Prompts School Evacuation

Two visitors went to wrong location, didn’t check in with security, and spurred police response to elementary school in South Brunswick.

32 Busted for Heroin, Pills, Guns in Multi-County Sting Operation

Dual county ‘Operation Tidal Wave’ lasted seven months and hauled in thousands of dollars in cocaine, heroin, prescription drugs, seven vehicles and $125,000.

Escaped Hospital Patient Sought in Morris Found Near Pa. Border

Day-long search for man in hospital gown and socks ends with patient being found safe near Pennsylvania border.

Cop Leaves Drug Overdose Training to Save Man From Drug Overdose

Officer’s first call after morning training session ends up saving man’s life from heroin injection.

Cops: Long Walk, Closed Store Thwarts North Jersey Man’s Armed Robbery Attempt

Hopatcong resident lodged in jail for weapons offenses after telling police he planned to rob multiple stores.

Pictured: Michael Eitel. Photo Courtesy Camden County Prosecutor’s Office.