Jersey City Trio Faces New Murder Charges
Three individuals now face murder charges in the death of Kenneth Darby following a deadly incident in May.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Crime — General
Authorities have charged Treshawn Daniels, Jahquan Porter, and Angelica Manning with the murder of 52-year-old Kenneth Darby in Jersey City. The defendants were previously charged with the murder of 53-year-old Luis Quintero.
Why it matters
The expanded charges link the three suspects to the deaths of two men who were fatally injured during the same May 18, 2026, incident at 109-111 Old Bergen Road.
The 19-year-old Treshawn Daniels, 26-year-old Jahquan Porter, and 24-year-old Angelica Manning face murder charges for the death of Kenneth Darby. The suspects were already facing charges related to the death of 53-year-old Luis Quintero.
The players
Treshawn Daniels
He is a 19-year-old defendant currently facing murder charges for the deaths of Kenneth Darby and Luis Quintero.
Jahquan Porter
He is a 26-year-old defendant charged with murder, felony murder, and robbery in connection to the case.
Angelica Manning
She is a 24-year-old defendant facing charges of murder, felony murder, and robbery.
Kenneth Darby
He was a 52-year-old victim who died from stab and gunshot wounds.
Luis Quintero
He was a 53-year-old victim whose death led to the initial charges against the three defendants.
The details
Medical examiners determined that Darby died from a combination of stab wounds and a gunshot wound sustained during the incident. Police originally responded to the scene at 109-111 Old Bergen Road at approximately 1 a.m. following reports of shots fired.
Timeline
May 18, 2026: Police responded to a reported double homicide.
October 20, 2026: Additional murder charges were announced against the three defendants.
Legal Context
This case follows standard legal protocols for adding cumulative charges to existing homicide cases. Prosecutors are consolidating these charges to address the multiple victims involved in the May 2026 incident.
The escalation of charges underscores ongoing law enforcement activity regarding the investigation into the incident at Old Bergen Road. Residents in the area should remain aware that legal proceedings concerning this double homicide are active.
The takeaway
Legal authorities have solidified their case against the three defendants by accounting for both victims in the underlying homicide investigation. The consolidation of charges represents a significant progression in the state's prosecution of the incident.
Further reading
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