By: Richard L. Smith
Authorities in Morris County say a quick-thinking emergency alert from a smartwatch helped lead to the rescue of a kidnapping victim and the arrest of two suspects following a violent incident in Dover.
According to information released by Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, the incident unfolded on the morning of March 19, 2026, when an Apple iWatch belonging to a Dover resident triggered an emergency SOS notification to police dispatch.
Responding officers conducted a welfare check at the victim’s residence but found no one home, though the victim’s vehicle remained at the location.
A short time later, the victim’s Apple iWatch was discovered approximately a mile away on a nearby street.
Authorities said the device appeared to have been forcibly removed and damaged.
As the investigation progressed, detectives identified a suspect vehicle connected to the incident, which was later traced to Elizabeth.
Police located the vehicle and conducted a motor vehicle stop, taking two individuals into custody without incident.
The victim was found inside the back seat of the vehicle and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Officials said the victim suffered a head laceration, broken ribs, and additional injuries, but has since been released.
Authorities identified the suspects as Siquaya F. Smith, 37, and Louis G. Cadet, 40, both of Northfield.
They have been charged and transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility, where they are being held pending court proceedings.
Investigators allege the suspects traveled to the victim’s residence and, as the victim was leaving for work, forced them into their vehicle.
The victim was then driven to an undisclosed location and allegedly threatened in an attempt to force a $25,000 transfer from their financial accounts.
Officials believe the incident was a targeted attack. The investigation remains active and ongoing.