Republican lawmaker’s murder outside her home leads to arrest.

Arrest Made in Murder of Republican Lawmaker Killed Outside Her Home

A shocking incident that occurred nearly four months ago has finally seen some justice. Sayreville Councilman Eunice Dwumfour, a Republican New Jersey city councilwoman, was shot to death on Feb. 1 in what investigators at the time called a targeted attack. The murder had shaken the community, and no arrest could bring back the late councilwoman.

SHOCKING: New Jersey Republican Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour assassinated outside her home. pic.twitter.com/7yghXFBmM7

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Police in Virginia arrested a man Dwumfour knew on Tuesday morning at around 11 a.m. for her murder. Rashid Ali Bynum of Portsmouth, Virginia, drove to Sayreville on the night of her murder and killed her. The two reportedly knew each other from church, the Champions Royal Assembly Church in nearby Newark.

Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said Bynum was caught running from the scene by a surveillance camera. Ciccone also said the suspect’s phone showed he made the trip from Virginia to near the site of the murder on the night Dwumfour was killed.

Bynum is charged with first-degree murder, second-degree unlawful possession of a handgun, and second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose. He is currently awaiting extradition from Virginia.

Dwumfour was a single mother who had recently married a pastor before her murder. At the time of her death, those who knew her recalled her as a person of strong faith who was motivated to serve others.

Words of Condolence

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin also commented on the murder while addressing Dwumfour’s family. “There are no words that can be said to you to make you whole,” Platkin said. ”I did not know Eunice. I wish I had. But I know that she was a public servant.”

Charges and Extradition

Bynum is charged with first-degree murder, second-degree unlawful possession of a handgun, and second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose. He is currently awaiting extradition from Virginia.

Conclusion

The murder of Eunice Dwumfour was a tragic incident that shook the community. While no arrest can bring her back, justice has finally been served. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and loved ones during this difficult time.

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