Ernest Heinz, a 47-year-old actor and real estate agent from Port Republic, New Jersey, has been indicted on 31 counts related to a road rage incident near Stockton University, where he allegedly shot a woman in the face. Heinz was charged with first-degree attempted murder, aggravated assault, weapons offenses, hindering apprehension, and evidence tampering. The incident occurred on September 11, 2025, when Heinz and the victim, Maritza Arias-Galva, had a confrontation involving aggressive driving and threats. Heinz allegedly fired multiple shots from a .380 caliber handgun, which was registered to his father, and was seen returning home shortly after the shooting armed with additional weapons. He was also found to be in possession of various firearms, including shotguns and handguns, despite a domestic violence restraining order preventing him from owning weapons. Heinz was arrested and remains in the Atlantic County Justice Facility, with a court date scheduled for January 30. His attorney has contested the attempted murder charge, suggesting it might be more appropriate as passion-provocation manslaughter, but Heinz is currently detained awaiting trial. Separately, a former ‘Sopranos’ actor was also indicted in New Jersey for similar charges related to a road rage incident involving a shooting near Stockton University. The actor, whose name is not specified in this summary, faces charges of attempted murder, weapons offenses, and assault, with a grand jury having issued a 31-count indictment. Both cases highlight ongoing concerns about violent road rage incidents in the region.