Hazleton Man Stands Trial for 2013 Murder of Kearny Teen

Jersey City, New Jersey – Cruz Martinez, a resident of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, has been convicted of the murder of 16-year-old Alishia Colon in her bedroom on Belgrove Drive in Kearny on January 17, 2013. Martinez appeared in court with his lawyer, Scott Finkenauer, for the jury selection in his trial in Jersey City on Tuesday, April 28, 2015.

The trial for the murder of Alishia Colon has been an emotional and high-profile case in the community, drawing significant attention from the media and the public. The jury selection process has been rigorous, with the prosecution and defense working diligently to select an impartial and fair jury to hear the case.

Martinez’s trial has brought back painful memories for the family and friends of Alishia Colon, who have been seeking justice for her tragic and untimely death. The proceedings in the courtroom have been tense, with both sides presenting compelling arguments and evidence to support their positions.

The murder of Alishia Colon has had a lasting impact on the Kearny community, and the outcome of Martinez’s trial will undoubtedly have significant repercussions. As the trial continues, the community eagerly awaits the verdict and hopes for closure for the family and friends of Alishia Colon.

Cruz Martinez, of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, has been convicted of the murder of 16-year-old Alishia Colon in her bedroom on Belgrove Drive in Kearny, New Jersey, on January 17, 2013. The trial has garnered significant attention, and the jury selection process has been meticulous and thorough. As the trial unfolds, the community remains hopeful for justice and closure for the family and friends of Alishia Colon.