Retired Police Officer Killed in South River Home Explosion

Retired Police Officer Killed in South River Home Explosion

JerseyTalks Staff
May 04, 2024
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What happened

Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone announced an ongoing investigation into a fatal explosion in South River. The incident, which took place on Continental Court around 7:03 P.M.

Where it happened

  • Middlesex County.

What remains unclear

  • Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone announced an ongoing investigation into a fatal explosion in South River.
  • The investigation into the cause of the explosion is underway, with authorities urging the public to provide any relevant information.

Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone announced an ongoing investigation into a fatal explosion in South River. The incident, which took place on Continental Court around 7:03 P.M. on Thursday. One victim, retired Newark Police officer Kevin Gilbert, aged 62, succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The other victim’s identity has not been disclosed.

The investigation into the cause of the explosion is underway, with authorities urging the public to provide any relevant information.

We want to express our deepest condolences to the family 🫡

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