Edison Man Arrested in Fatal Stabbing of Former Broadway Actress Girlfriend

A teenage Broadway actress was tragically murdered at her Edison home on Sunday morning, shocking the community.

Authorities received a 911 call of a stabbing at a Grover Avenue home around 9:15 a.m. Imani Smith, 26, was found with multiple stab wounds by authorities. She was rushed to a local hospital but died shortly after.

The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office arrested Edison’s Jordan Jackson-Small, 35, for Smith’s killing. His charges include murder, weapons possession, and child endangerment. On child welfare accusations, officials have not supplied information. Jackson-Small was arrested without incident and is in Middlesex County jail awaiting judicial hearings.

Imani Smith, a promising actress, played Young Nala in Disney’s “The Lion King” on Broadway as a child. Her family remembers her as a talented and vibrant performer who died suddenly.

Smith’s aunt’s GoFundMe page highlighted her role as a loving mother to a little son and the loss her family and community felt. The page has gathered tremendous support for Smith’s family as they endure this tough time.

Local officials are still investigating this occurrence. Officials ask anyone with information to contact the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office or the Edison Police Department.

This incident emphasizes the need for community awareness and prompt reporting of domestic violence or threats to law enforcement. Middlesex County officials prioritize justice and safety.

Sources:

• Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office

• Edison Police Department