January 7, 2008: First Assistant Prosecutor Thomas A. Zelante, Esq., and Hanover Township Chief of Police Stephen Gallagher announce the investigation into a request for medical aid.

At 2:32 am on today's date, Hanover Township Police Department received a 911 call from the victim requesting assistance on Wing Drive in Hanover Township. The Hanover Township Police Department and Cedar Knolls First Aid Squad responded and treated the victim for burns. The victim was transported to the hospital where he is currently being treated. The circumstances of the incident are currently being investigated by the Morris County Prosecutor's Office, Hanover Township Police Department and the Morris County Sheriff's Office.

Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the Morris County Prosecutor's Office at 973-285-6200, Hanover Township Police Department at 973-428-2512 or Morris County CrimeStoppers at 973-COP-CALL.

Media Contact: Agent Robyn D'Onofrio