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Arrest Made in Wildwood Crest Sexual Assault Investigation
Arrest Made in Wildwood Crest Sexual Assault Investigation
**Cape May County, NJ** – Cape May County authorities announced the arrest of Michael J. Lupacckino from Wildwood Crest in relation to sexual assault allegations. The joint investigation was carried out by the Wildwood Crest Police Department Detective Division and the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, Special Victims Unit.
On Monday, the Wildwood Crest Police Department received information about Lupacckino’s alleged involvement in multiple sexual assault incidents that commenced in October. Consequently, this led to the initiation of a combined investigative effort.
Investigations involved witness statements, forensic evidence, and search warrants at Lupacckino’s residence, culminating in charges including aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, and two counts of possession of a controlled dangerous substance. Lupacckino is currently detained at the Cape May County Correctional Facility as legal proceedings continue.
Prosecutor Jeffrey Sutherland remarked on the cooperation between local law enforcement departments and the ongoing efforts to ensure community safety. Authorities urge anyone with further information or those potentially victimized to contact the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit or the Wildwood Crest Police Department.
Alejandro Huerta-Arias Found Guilty of Lakewood Deadly Crash
Alejandro Huerta-Arias Found Guilty of Vehicular Homicide
**TOMS RIVER, NJ** – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the conviction of Alejandro Huerta-Arias, 24, of Toms River, for Vehicular Homicide on March 18, 2025. The conviction relates to a fatal crash in Lakewood Township on March 9, 2022, that resulted in the death of Mark Mandel, 32.
The jury reached a decision after nearly a two-week trial overseen by Judge Dina M. Vicari. Huerta-Arias faces up to ten years in New Jersey State Prison, with his sentencing set for May 16, 2025, aligning with the No Early Release Act.
On March 9, 2022, at approximately 8:15 a.m., officers responded to Madison Avenue and Courtney Road for a serious vehicle crash. The investigation revealed Huerta-Arias was driving a 2012 Infinity G35 northbound when it collided with Mandel’s 2008 Chevrolet Impala, pushing it into a traffic signal and killing Mandel at the scene.
Further investigation showed Huerta-Arias was driving at an average speed of 93 mph
