July 18, 2020
MidJersey.News stories from July 14, 2020:
See Comet Neowise Before Its Gone
Evening Views Of Comet Neowise
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ (MERCER)–As the days pass you will need optics to see Comet Neowise since it is not as visible to the naked eye as it was a few days ago. A good pair of binoculars, spotting scope or telescope should work if you still want to get a good view of the comet.
The easiest way to find the comet is by using an application on your phone such as “Star Walk 2” that shows a live view of the sky to get you in the area then use your binoculars, spotting scope or telescope to see the comet.
Comet Neowise as seen from Robbinsville, NJ just after 10:00 pm on July 18, 2020:
Comet Neowise as seen in Robbinsville, NJ on July 18, 2020 just after 10:00 pm
NASA video to help you spot Comet Neowise. Starting about 14:50 will give more detailed information to spot Comet Neowise.
July 18, 2020
FREEHOLD, NJ (MONMOUTH)–Today U.S Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) presented the Silver Star to Vietnam War combat Army medic and Monmouth County resident, Bart Fabian.
This is the second Silver Star awarded to “Doc” Fabian, a highly decorated veteran who received his first Silver Star for his heroism during an ambush by the North Vietnamese on January 11, 1969. He has previously been awarded two Bronze Stars, two Purple Hearts, and an Army Commendation Medal (ACM) with Valor.
“Bart ‘Doc’ Fabian is a hero for all ages, earning the Silver Star not once, but twice. He routinely went above and beyond the call, protecting injured soldiers who were under attack,” Smith said. “Mr. Fabian’s actions on April 13, 1969, which account for the second Silver Star, are truly courageous, heroic and the mark of a natural leader.”
Smith added, “How does a man under gunfire find that kind of grit to do something absolutely astonishing? We are talking about a man who put his own life at risk—repeatedly—to defend injured soldiers who were being targeted by the enemy. The record shows that Doc Fabian saved 10 U.S. soldiers, and stopped two soldiers who were trying to kill wounded GIs. In an era when people admire fictional superheroes and Hollywood stars portraying heroes, Doc Fabian is a genuine uncontested hero.”
After over two years of Smith working with the Army, the Secretary of the Army Ryan D. McCarthy ordered Fabian be recognized “For gallantry in action against an armed enemy of the United States” while serving in his outfit, Troop A, 1st Squadron, 11th Armored Calvary Regiment, II Field Force Vietnam.
Recounting that fateful April day, Mr. Fabian said the battle raged on for an hour and a half. He lost six from his troop, including one of his closest buddies, and 19 in total, including the other medic. “We got beat up pretty bad that day,” Mr. Fabian said. “It was a bad day for the good guys.”
The day after the battle, his commander said he would be recommended for the Silver Star. But it never came. “I decided to forget about it,” he said. “I didn’t want to promote myself. It was a bad day. The next day we were right back in it.” That changed in 2018 at a reunion with fellow veterans who urged him to seek the medal.
A family member contacted Smith and asked him to help look into the matter. Smith helped coordinate eyewitness statements from Sgt. John J. Sorich III, Sgt. Joseph L. Coopet Jr. and Lt. Col. Richard A. Belcher.
PHOTO: Doc Fabian, upper left, at a quieter moment in Vietnam.
The Silver Star is awarded to a person who, while serving in the U.S. Army, is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force. The required gallantry must have been performed with marked distinction.
Members of the awards board unanimously recommended approval, some making handwritten notations of Mr. Fabian’s actions.
Wrote Lt. Gen. John W. Woodmansee Jr., who also saw combat in Vietnam, “‘Doc’ Fabian joins the illustrious list of medics who risk their lives saving others. …The award of the Silver Star is certainly deserved. …On 13 April 1969 he saved numerous lives in the middle of a battle… an incredible display of courage and competence. When we sing the National Anthem, we are singing about those ‘Doc’ Fabians in our ranks.”
Brig. Gen John W. Nicholson (RET) said, “He treated more than 10 wounded soldiers and recovered them and their KIA buddies. He voluntarily performed these heroic and life-saving actions while 19 fellow U.S. soldiers were killed in the same action. …His bravery was fearless, determined and voluntary, despite desperate odds… I highly recommend approval of this award.”
Lt. Gen. Thomas Griffin determined that Mr. Fabian’s “action on 13 April 1969 absolutely meet the standard for this award… His repeated exposure to enemy fire while rescuing his fellow soldiers—and engaging the enemy—over a long period of time—are well above the call of duty. I wholeheartedly recommended approval!”
Said Maj. Gen. Leroy Newton Suddath Jr. (RET), “This is the best documentation I have ever seen.”
Another medal in ‘Doc’ Fabian’s future?
“Perhaps we are not finished honoring the life and heroic acts of Doc Fabian,” Smith said, noting several of the general officers who reviewed and approved the Silver Star for the 13 April 1969 action, felt he might be entitled to an even higher medal. “Two of the general officers suggested he might be deserving of the Distinguished Service Cross. Without a doubt, his actions were extraordinary heroism.”
Today U.S Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) presented the Silver Star to Vietnam War combat Army medic and Monmouth County resident, “Doc” Bart Fabian.
The victim has been identified as 37-year-old Luis Gonzalez of Trenton.
July 18, 2020
UPDATED STORY JULY 30, 2020 HERE: Mercer County Homicide Task Force Investigation Leads to Charges in July Homicide in Trenton
See yesterday’ MidJersey.News story here: BREAKING: Shooting On Broad Street Is Fatal, Becomes City’s 21st Homicide of 2020
TRENTON, NJ (MERCER)–The Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Task Force is investigating a shooting that occurred last night in front of 1037 South Broad Street in the City of Trenton.
Trenton Police received calls for shots fired at approximately 8:53 pm. Officers arrived on scene and located a male victim in the middle of the street suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center and pronounced deceased.
The victim has been identified as 37-year-old Luis Gonzalez of Trenton.
The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and the Trenton Police Department continue to investigate this shooting. Anyone with information is asked to call (609) 989-6406. Information can also be emailed to [email protected]
WILL THE KILLING EVER STOP?
CHECK OUT THE LIST OF MIDJERSEY.NEWS STORIES ON CITY OF TRENTON 2020 SHOOTINGS, STABBINGS AND HOMICIDES HERE:
And the list grows: Other Recent Trenton Shooting and Homicide Stories: (There has been a lot more gun violence, stabbings and shootings but these are ones we have enough information to report on)
BREAKING: Shooting On Broad Street Is Fatal, Becomes City’s 21st Homicide of 2020
Trenton Murder Body Count = 20 As Mercer County Homicide Task Force Investigating Another 2020 Trenton Shooting
BREAKING: Reports Of Fatal Shooting In Trenton As Shootings And Stabbings Plague City
2020 Trenton Death Toll Rises to 19 As Detectives Investigating Double Homicide in Trenton
When Will “Enough Be Enough”? – Mercer County Homicide Task Force Investigating Wednesday Night Murder In Trenton, Ewing Man Is 17th Person Dead In 2020
Arrest Made In Trenton Stabbing Homicide
Trenton Stabbing Victim Identified, 16 Dead In 2020 So Far In The City
BREAKING: Multiple Stabbings In Trenton This Evening
16 Members & Associates of Violent Trenton-Based “Get Money Boys” Gang Linked to Four Shootings in Last 10 Months
BREAKING: A City Of Shootings, 24 Hours After City Officials And Leaders Exclaimed “Enough Is Enough!” Another Shooting
“Enough Is Enough!” Trenton Council President Kathy McBride, After 2 Children And 1 Man Shot, One Other Child Injured By Running Away From Gunfire
UPDATE: Blood Continues To Spill In City Gun Violence As Another Man Killed By Multiple Gunshot Wounds
BREAKING: Trenton Shootings Continue, Early Morning Shooting In Trenton
Trenton Shooting Victim Identified From Yesterday’s Shooting
Trenton Body Count Increases To 15 As Carnage Continues In The City
BREAKING: Trenton Shootings Continue, Early Morning Shooting In Trenton
BREAKING: Reported Another Shooting In Trenton As Gun Violence Plagues City
Reports Of A Shooting Last Night In Trenton at Rowan Towers
Trenton Man Dead From April 14th Shooting At Kingsbury Towers
Update: 25 Year Old Trenton Man Dead In PA Shooting At Holiday Inn Express
Large Crowd From Trenton, NJ Involved in PA Shooting At Holiday Inn Express
Trenton Shooting Suspect Charged With Murder
Developing Story: Trenton Shooting Victim From This Afternoon Identified
BREAKING: One Shot Dead; The Carnage Continues As Shootings Ravage City
Hamilton Teen Killed By Gun Violence In Trenton
BREAKING: Bloodbath In Trenton Continues, 1 Dead 1 Critical In Another Shooting
Bullets Continue To Fly, Three Hours After Mayor Releases Statement About Violence In The City
Trenton Mayor Gusciora Condemns Weekend Violence In City
BREAKING: Multiple Deaths From Daily Gun Violence That Plagues City
One Dead, Two Additional Victims In Another Trenton Shooting Last Night
Another Day Another Trenton Shooting
Developing Story: Shooting On Calhoun Street, Victim Driven By Personal Vehicle To Trauma Center
BREAKING: Shooting Blood Bath Continues, In Trenton This Morning
Breaking: 2 Shot at Kingsbury Towers In Trenton
Trenton Man Arrested in Hoffman Avenue Homicide
Trenton Mayor Gusciora And City Officials Address April 5th Violence
BREAKING NEWS: 3rd Multi-Shooting Tonight In Trenton
BREAKING NEWS: Another Shooting In Trenton Tonight
BREAKING NEWS: Shooting In Trenton One Possible Fatal And One Serious
BREAKING: Police Investigate Shooting On Trenton/Hamilton Border
More Trenton Shootings at this link
July 18, 2020
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ (MERCER)–At 12:04 pm the Robbinsville Township and Bordentown Township Fire Departments was dispatched to the NJ Turnpike in the area of Exit 7A for a 2 car motor vehicle crash. An additional ambulance was requested from Bordentown.
Upon arrival of EMS several persons were evaluated and one transported to the hospital.
No further information was available.
Robbinsville Township EMS and Bordentown EMS on scene of an accident on the NJ Turnpike on the North Bound Inner cross over ramp to Exit 7A