Attempted Murder and Arson Charges Against New Jersey Man Dismissed After Woman Accused of Providing False Information

Attempted murder and aggravated arson charges against a 36-year-old Saddle Brook man have been dismissed after investigators determined that the woman who accused him of trying to kill her in Plumsted Township had provided false information to law enforcement.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced Saturday that all charges against Justin Martin, 36, were dismissed on Friday, October 23, in the interests of justice.

The investigation began on October 15, when Plumsted Township Police and EMS responded to a wooded area near Hawkin Road and Success Road following a 911 call reporting a woman suffering from burns…

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