Atlantic County News

High-speed crash in Atlantic City leaves wrecked car and no driver in sight

Atlantic City Police Department Probes Hit-and-Run Incident

**Atlantic City, NJ** – The Atlantic City Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle accident after the vehicle’s occupants fled before police arrived.

On Saturday, at 2:25 AM, officers from Atlantic City and the Egg Harbor Township Police Department responded to a call regarding an overturned vehicle and a downed electrical pole near mile marker 62 on US Route 40.

A witness reported seeing a Gray Volkswagen Jetta leave the roadway, strike an electrical pole, and overturn. Two occupants exited the damaged car, entered another vehicle that stopped for them, and fled the scene.

The collision’s impact caused a power outage and blocked the road for several hours. Atlantic City Electric was onsite to repair the damaged infrastructure. Anyone with information about the crash is urged to contact the Atlantic City Police Department Crash Investigations unit or text anonymously.

Veterans Park Temporary Closure Announced for Police Training

Veterans Park Temporary Closure Announced for Police Training

**Galloway, NJ** – Veterans Park, located at 636 S. New York Road, will be closed to the public for police training exercises. The park closure will occur today between noon and 4:30 PM.

This closure will also take place every Tuesday throughout November, maintaining the same hours of operation, from noon to 4:30 PM.

The Galloway Township Police Department is conducting the training exercises at the venue. They have expressed their gratitude to the public for their understanding during this time.

Authorities have apologized for any inconvenience caused by the temporary park closure. The purpose of the training is to enhance police operations in the township.