Coronavirus News: Glen Ridge remembers Officer Charles 'Rob' Roberts

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Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Glen Ridge remembers Officer Charles 'Rob' Roberts
Glen Ridge Police Officer and PBA Local 58 member Charles "Rob" Roberts died from COVID-19.

GLEN RIDGE, New Jersey (WABC) -- Glen Ridge Police Officer and PBA Local 58 member Charles "Rob" Roberts died from COVID-19.

Roberts died on Monday.

Last month, he was saved by fellow officers after his heart stopped.

He had been receiving treatment at the hospital since then.

Roberts is being remembered as a staple in his community who was known for his smile.

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