Newark, NJ

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3 fatalities documented. 3 families changed forever.

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Selected causes include Homicide, Murder, and Suicide. Serial killer mentions include Dennis, Jerome, Daniels, James Edward, and DeJesus, Carmello.

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Newark, NJ • 6928
Homicide

On December 16, 1991, 41-year-old Robyn Carter was attacked, raped, and strangled to death in Newark, NJ by Jerome Dennis shortly after his release

Weapon: StrangulationSerial killer: Dennis, Jerome
Newark, NJ • 4527
Murder

James Edward Daniels was an American serial killer who committed multiple murders including the murder of a New Jersey state trooper in early 1984

Serial killer: Daniels, James Edward
Newark, NJ • 1162
Suicide

Carmello DeJesus was a Puerto Rican serial killer who committed suicide on September 8, 1973

Serial killer: DeJesus, Carmello

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How many death records are available for Newark, NJ?
MortaVox lists 3 death records for Newark, NJ.
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Records may include dates, causes of death, weapons, and serial killer mentions when available.
What are common causes of death in Newark?
Recorded causes include Homicide, Murder, and Suicide.