TRENTON, N.J. — An Atlantic County man was sentenced to 15 years in state prison for providing fentanyl-laced pills that led to the fatal overdoses …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Seven men have been arrested and charged with first-degree narcotics distribution in separate incidents that led to the seizure of significant …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A male grey seal pup found injured near the Golden Nugget Casino parking lot on March 4 is now receiving medical …
MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A recently married couple was killed early Saturday when their car was struck head-on by an alleged drunk driver on …
The Rainforest Cafe at Menlo Park Mall, a beloved jungle-themed dining spot, officially shut its doors on Wednesday, February 19, after 26 years of operation. …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival is set to return to the Atlantic City Convention Center on Saturday, March 29, …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A man was arrested Friday after Atlantic City police received multiple tips that he was carrying a handgun, authorities said. On …
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A man was arrested with a loaded handgun following a road rage incident in Atlantic City, police said. On February 10 …
As the New Jersey gubernatorial race intensifies, candidate Bill Spadea’s tax policy positions have come under scrutiny. Spadea, a former radio host and political commentator, …
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Manchester man has been arrested and charged with three counts of attempted murder in connection with a drive-by shooting at …
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.
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A 39-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting the mother of his child early Tuesday morning, the …
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers are pushing for the Miss America Pageant to move back to Atlantic City, citing the competition’s deep historical ties …
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump announced Thursday the signing of an executive order halting all new offshore wind farm leases in New Jersey, delivering …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 15-year-old male was arrested early January 17 after Atlantic City police responding to a gunfire alert discovered the juvenile in …
EGG HARBOR, NJ — President Trump issued an executive directive Tuesday ordering the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring …
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, NJ — An 83-year-old man died in a multi-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon that left two others injured at the intersection of South Pitney …
January 16, 2025 – In a startling turn of events, a SpaceX Starship rocket experienced a catastrophic failure, exploding mid-flight over the Atlantic Ocean today. …
MAYS LANDING, NJ — Three Atlantic City men have pleaded guilty to narcotics distribution charges following a 2023 drug investigation that uncovered large quantities of …
Atlantic City Police Arrest Two in Narcotics Case
**Atlantic City, NJ** – The Atlantic City Police Department arrested Jameel Stephens, 42, and Shamera Dunston-Marrero, 25, following an investigation into narcotics distribution. The pair had been wanted since early December.
On December 3, detectives from the Special Investigations Section executed a court-authorized search of a residence and vehicle on the 400 block of South Carolina Avenue. They discovered over 1.34 pounds of cocaine, 21 grams of heroin, more than two ounces of MDMA, over $16,000 in cash, and drug paraphernalia intended for narcotics distribution. Stephens and Dunston-Marrero were not apprehended at the scene, but charges were filed, and warrants were issued for their arrests.
On Thursday, Detective Ermindo Marsini, with assistance from the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office, located the suspects in Pleasantville and successfully took them into custody. Both individuals face charges including possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances, money laundering, maintaining a CDS production facility, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
The suspects were taken to the Atlantic County Justice Facility. The charges are accusations and both individuals are presumed innocent until proven
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Three teenagers were arrested on December 27 in connection with a series of incidents involving a stolen vehicle, according to the …
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A 31-year-old Atlantic City man was indicted Thursday on charges of criminal mischief and conspiracy for allegedly using drones to drop …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A pedestrian was struck and killed late on New Year’s Eve in a crash involving two vehicles, the Atlantic City Police …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — An Atlantic City police officer has been arrested and charged with multiple counts related to domestic violence following an investigation by …
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey gamblers seeking to self-exclude from brick-and-mortar casinos can now do so entirely online, a move aimed at enhancing accessibility to …
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Three men were arrested within 15 minutes of an armed home invasion on Brooklyn Avenue, thanks to swift action by Atlantic …
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A domestic violence suspect was arrested after a foot pursuit on December 14, during which Atlantic City police officers discovered a …
MAYS LANDING, NJ – Azair Wilson, 19, of Atlantic City, was sentenced on Tuesday to 12 years in New Jersey State Prison for the 2023 …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – A series of targeted police operations in Atlantic City has led to the arrest of 14 individuals and the recovery of …
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A former sergeant at the Atlantic County Justice Facility has been indicted on multiple charges, including official misconduct and evidence tampering, …
Sheriff Mastronardy has described an unnerving encounter that sounds like it’s straight out of a sci-fi thriller. According to his account, 50 drones were spotted …
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A 35-year-old Atlantic City man has pleaded guilty to first-degree attempted murder in connection with a February stabbing at a local …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 30-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that occurred last week on Atlantic Avenue, the Atlantic City …
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Michael Scott Bezak, a 51-year-old resident of Stafford Township, was incarcerated on Monday in Ocean County for failing to comply with …
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish & Wildlife’s Bureau of Marine Fisheries and the Marine Fisheries Council are inviting …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 30-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a shots fired incident on November 30, Atlantic City police announced Tuesday. …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Three men, including the victim, were arrested in connection with a shooting earlier this month that led to the recovery of …
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A 33-year-old Atlantic City woman was arrested Wednesday after police say she was caught shoplifting at a Bass Pro Shop and …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A series of targeted law enforcement operations in Atlantic City has resulted in the arrest of 19 individuals and the seizure …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A man who initially appeared to assist a police officer responding to a medical emergency has been arrested for robbery and …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A Philadelphia man was arrested and multiple weapons recovered after he allegedly pointed a firearm at a security guard during an …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Multiple traffic lights are out across Atlantic City on Monday morning as crews work to resolve an electrical issue, according to …
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The Atlantic City Police Department recovered three stolen vehicles in separate incidents on November 21, leading to the arrests of four …
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A 47-year-old Absecon man was sentenced to eight years in New Jersey State Prison on Tuesday for his role in a …
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A Brick Township man was sentenced to four years in state prison on Monday for the 2021 sexual assault of a …
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.
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The economy is doing great, they tell us. But, New Jerseyans on the ground are feeling the heat and people are …
MAYS LANDING, NJ — Eric Williams, a 56-year-old resident of Atlantic City, has admitted to first-degree aggravated sexual assault in a plea held on Wednesday, …
Atlantic City Police Uncover Stolen Firearms
**Atlantic City, NJ** – The Atlantic City Police Department concluded an investigation on Thursday into illegal firearm possession, yielding an arrest and recovery of weapons.
Detectives from the Special Investigations Section and the SWAT Team conducted a court-authorized search at a residence on the 1600 block of Adriatic Avenue. The search resulted in the arrest of Qumar Gilliam-Winborn Jr. Police recovered two handguns and five pounds of marijuana from the residence. Both handguns had been reported stolen in Washington DC and North Carolina, with one modified to be fully automatic.
Detective Eric Evans led the investigation. The 19-year-old suspect, Gilliam-Winborn, is facing multiple charges. These include unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of hollow-point ammunition, possession of a high capacity magazine, possession with intent to distribute controlled substances, and money laundering, among others.
He was remanded to the Atlantic County Justice Facility. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. The public is encouraged to provide information regarding this incident to the Atlantic City Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Unit via phone or anonymous text.
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Tattoo enthusiasts from across the East Coast are in for a treat as the Atlantic City Tattoo Expo returns to the …