Ironbound Community Mourning Loss Of Local Figure Albert “Al” Coutinho

The Brief
• Former NJ Assemblyman Al Coutinho has died
• Reports say he was killed in a crash in Newark
• Known for deep ties to Ironbound community

NEWARK, NJ — Former New Jersey Assemblyman Alberto “Al” Coutinho has died after a reported car crash in Newark.

Coutinho, a longtime figure in the city’s Ironbound neighborhood, served in the New Jersey General Assembly representing the 29th District, which includes Newark.

He was widely known in the Portuguese-American community and played a major role in local events, including the Newark Portugal Day Festival.

Community members are remembering him as someone deeply connected to the neighborhood, always showing support for local businesses, residents, and cultural celebrations.

🕊️ Rest in peace.