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Absecon Man Found With Stolen Gun From VA, Ammo In Pants Pocket In Atlantic City: Police Absecon Man Found With Stolen Gun From VA, Ammo In Pants Pocket In Atlantic City: Police
Absecon Man Found With Stolen Gun From VA, Ammo In Pants Pocket In Atlantic City: Police A wanted man from Absecon was accused of having a stolen gun from Virginia, authorities said. Atlantic City police arrested 43-year-old David Toney, the department said in a news release on Thursday, Sept. 12.  Officers stopped Toney while he was driving on the first block of South Kentucky Avenue at around 6:01 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 6. Poice then learned he had an active arrest warrant and he was taken into custody. Police found ammunition in his pants pocket and the stolen gun inside his vehicle. More ammo was also discovered in the vehicle. Toney was charged with unlawfu…
Atlantic City Man Kicked Down Woman's Door In Violent Home Invasion, Police Say Atlantic City Man Kicked Down Woman's Door In Violent Home Invasion, Police Say
Atlantic City Man Kicked Down Woman's Door In Violent Home Invasion, Police Say An Atlantic City man was accused of forcing his way into a woman's home and assaulting her, authorities said. Jerome Younger, 38, was arrested, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release on Monday, Sept 9. Officers responded to the home on the 1500 block of Ohio Avenue at around 9:38 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6. Investigators said Younger started loudly banging on the home's door and the homeowner called 911 since she didn't know him. Younger then kicked down the door, assaulted the woman, damaged her cellphone, and pulled her outside the home. When an officer arrived, sev…
Seven People Sold Heroin, Cocaine, Pills In Atlantic City: Police Seven People Sold Heroin, Cocaine, Pills In Atlantic City: Police
Seven People Sold Heroin, Cocaine, Pills In Atlantic City: Police Seven people were arrested in a drug bust in Atlantic City, authorities said. Atlantic City police investigated drug dealing happening between the 2500 and 3000 blocks of Pacific Avenue, the department said in a news release on Friday, Sept. 6.  Officers executed three search warrants in the area on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Police seized more than 55 grams of cocaine, 62 individual bags of heroin, prescription pills, and items used to sell drugs. Two people from Philadelphia were among those arrested: Mikelle Jones and Kareem Singletary. Police also arrested three pe…
Two Teen Suspects In Separate Atlantic City Shootings Surrender To Officers, Police Say Two Teen Suspects In Separate Atlantic City Shootings Surrender To Officers, Police Say
Two Teen Suspects In Separate Atlantic City Shootings Surrender To Officers, Police Say Two teens turned themselves in to police after they were wanted in separate shootings in Atlantic City, authorities said. Ashan Jackson, 19, surrendered at Atlantic City police headquarters on Monday, Sept. 2, the department said in a news release on Thursday, Sept. 5. He was accused of shooting a man on Wednesday, Mar. 13. Officers were at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Division when a 29-year-old Pleasantville man walked into the hospital with a gunshot wound at around 2:34 a.m. He was treated for a non-life-threatening injury. Investigators said Jack…
Fugitive Led Officers On Chase, Injuring One, After Jaywalking In Absecon: Police Fugitive Led Officers On Chase, Injuring One, After Jaywalking In Absecon: Police
Fugitive Led Officers On Chase, Injuring One, After Jaywalking In Absecon: Police A wanted man from Williamstown was accused of having a gun and running away from police after he was caught jaywalking in Atlantic County, authorities said. Gregory Ganski III, 24, was arrested on Wednesday, Sept. 4 for weapons charges and his outstanding warrants, the Absecon Police Department said in a news release. Officers stopped him at around 1 p.m. after he was seen improperly crossing Route 30. Investigators said Ganski lied to officers in order to avoid receiving a summons. When police found he was lying, they tried to arrest him but he ran away from them. Ganski threw away a…
Man Threatened Teens With Gun, Two Others Left Baby Alone In Atlantic City Hotel Room: Police Man Threatened Teens With Gun, Two Others Left Baby Alone In Atlantic City Hotel Room: Police
Man Threatened Teens With Gun, Two Others Left Baby Alone In Atlantic City Hotel Room: Police Three people were arrested in separate incidents involving children in Atlantic City, authorities said. Haneef Bashir, 45, of Atlantic City, was taken into custody on Friday, Aug. 30, the city's police department said in a news release. Officers responded to a report of a man pointing a gun at children on the 100 block of North New Jersey Avenue at around 9:05 p.m. Investigators said several teenagers were on a porch when a neighbor came up to them and pointed a gun. Bashir matched the suspect description and a loaded gun was found in his vehicle. Bashir was charged with unlawful…
Philly Woman With 15 Warrants Threatened To Kill Atlantic City Boardwalk Store Worker: Police Philly Woman With 15 Warrants Threatened To Kill Atlantic City Boardwalk Store Worker: Police
Philly Woman With 15 Warrants Threatened To Kill Atlantic City Boardwalk Store Worker: Police A wanted Philadelphia woman was accused of threatening to kill a worker at a store on the Atlantic City Boardwalk, authorities said. Fatima Gadson, 33, was arrested on Tuesday, Aug. 20, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. She was charged with unlawful possession of a weapon, simple assault, terrorist threats, and obstruction of justice. Police responded to a report of a fight involving a gun at a business on the 2500 block of the Boardwalk at around 11:39 a.m. The employee said Gadson blocked the store's entrance and spat on the employee when the two began argui…
Man, 75, Threatens Killing Girlfriend At Atlantic City Motel: Police Man, 75, Threatens Killing Girlfriend At Atlantic City Motel: Police
Man, 75, Threatens Killing Girlfriend At Atlantic City Motel: Police A Missouri man threatened to shoot and kill his girlfriend at a beachfront motel in Atlantic City, authorities said. James Pace, 75, of Blue Springs, MO, was arrested on Saturday, Aug. 17, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. Officers responded to a domestic dispute at a motel on the beach block of Iowa Avenue at around 9:30 p.m. Investigators said Pace was arguing with a woman he was dating and threatened to kill her in a murder-suicide. He was taken into custody "without incident" and officers found a loaded gun with additional ammunition. Pace was charged wit…
Atlantic City Man With Stolen Gun From NC Arrested After Chase, Police Say Atlantic City Man With Stolen Gun From NC Arrested After Chase, Police Say
Atlantic City Man With Stolen Gun From NC Arrested After Chase, Police Say An Atlantic City man was accused of having a stolen gun while running away from police officers, authorities said. Jackie Mullins, 40, was arrested on Wednesday, Aug. 14, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. An officer received a report of a man with a gun on the 1100 block of Arctic Avenue at around 7:06 p.m. Officers saw Mullins riding his bicycle in the area and tried to talk with him. Mullins sped away before jumping off the bike and running away from it. Mullins threw a gun underneath a vehicle while running from police and it was later learned the gun was …
Man Stabbed With Folding Knife During Fight In Atlantic City, Police Say Man Stabbed With Folding Knife During Fight In Atlantic City, Police Say
Man Stabbed With Folding Knife During Fight In Atlantic City, Police Say An Atlantic City man was accused of stabbing a Cumberland County man with a folding knife, authorities said. Rashaun Williams-Brooks, 39, was arrested on Tuesday, Aug. 13, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. Officers responded to a report of a man stabbed on the 1500 block of Atlantic Avenue at around 9:54 p.m. The suspect and victim had left the area by the time police arrived. Officers found the victim bleeding heavily from stab wounds about two blocks from the scene. The victim was brought to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Division. …
Suspect Wanted, Atlantic City Man Arrested For Having Cocaine, Stolen Gun From NC: Police Suspect Wanted, Atlantic City Man Arrested For Having Cocaine, Stolen Gun From NC: Police
Suspect Wanted, Atlantic City Man Arrested For Having Cocaine, Stolen Gun From NC: Police Police are looking for an Atlantic City man after they found drugs and a stolen gun, authorities said. Joel Snyder, 45, is wanted on 14 weapons and drug charges, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. Wilbert Deberry Jr., 53, was arrested after a home and vehicle were raided on Wednesday, Aug. 7. Police executed a search warrant on the home and vehicle on the 1500 block of Beach Avenue after a two-month drug-dealing investigation. Detectives seized more than 15 pounds of marijuana, 23 grams of cocaine, and items used for packaging and selling drugs. Officers …
Two Men Found With Stolen Gun From FL, Cocaine In Atlantic City: Police Two Men Found With Stolen Gun From FL, Cocaine In Atlantic City: Police
Two Men Found With Stolen Gun From FL, Cocaine In Atlantic City: Police Two Atlantic City men were accused of having cocaine and a stolen gun from Florida, authorities said. Police arrested 37-year-old Leon Henry and 36-year-old Kishon Woodall on Wednesday, July 31 after a two-month drug-dealing investigation, the department said in a news release. Detectives executed two search warrants at homes on the 1900 block of Caspian Avenue and the 500 block of Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard. Police seized five grams of cocaine, drug-dealing items, and two guns, one of which was stolen from Jacksonville, FL. Woodall also had several arrest warrants…
4 Philadelphia Men Arrested In Atlantic City Shooting: Police 4 Philadelphia Men Arrested In Atlantic City Shooting: Police
4 Philadelphia Men Arrested In Atlantic City Shooting: Police Four men from Philadelphia were arrested in connection with a shooting in Atlantic City, authorities said. On Sunday, July 28, at about 4:30 a.m., Atlantic City police responded to the 2400 block of Atlantic Avenue for a report of a man shot. Police found a victim, 31, of Linwood, suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, City Division, for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury. Police were able to determine that several men became involved in a verbal altercation with staff and patrons from a local bar. The men entered a…
Atlantic City Teen Charged In Fourth Of July Shooting During Large Fight Atlantic City Teen Charged In Fourth Of July Shooting During Large Fight
Atlantic City Teen Charged In Fourth Of July Shooting During Large Fight An Atlantic City teen was accused of shooting a man during a fight on the Fourth of July, authorities said. Charles Summers, 19, was arrested on Thursday, July 25, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release on Monday, July 29. Officers responded to a report of a large fight on the 1000 block of Sewell Avenue at around 9:55 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. As police were arriving, they learned a man had been shot. The 24-year-old from New York was treated by officers before he was brought to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Division, with non-life-threate…
Teen Charged Two Months After Another Teen Injured In Atlantic City Shooting: Police Teen Charged Two Months After Another Teen Injured In Atlantic City Shooting: Police
Teen Charged Two Months After Another Teen Injured In Atlantic City Shooting: Police A Mays Landing teen was criminally charged two months after another teen was shot in Atlantic City, authorities said. Quamir Kirkland, 18, was given his charges while in the Atlantic County Justice Facility in an unrelated case, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release on Tuesday, July 16. He was accused of shooting a 15-year-old boy back on Tuesday, May 7. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the 1400 block of Atlantic Avenue at around 11:07 p.m. They found the teen with a gunshot wound and he was brought to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City …
Two Wanted Men, Teen Arrested In Two Stabbings And Shooting In Atlantic City: Police Two Wanted Men, Teen Arrested In Two Stabbings And Shooting In Atlantic City: Police
Two Wanted Men, Teen Arrested In Two Stabbings And Shooting In Atlantic City: Police Two men and a teen from Atlantic City were accused of two stabbings and a shooting in less than six hours, authorities said. Atlantic City police responded to a fight near the intersection of Tennessee and Atlantic avenues at around 8:30 a.m. on Monday, July 8, the department said in a news release. Officers found a 20-year-old with a stab wound and he was brought to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Division, with a non-life-threatening injury. Police arrested 37-year-old James Knight. He was found with a knife and had an active arrest warrant. Knight was c…
Wanted Trio Arrested After Shooting, Found With Drugs At Atlantic City Motel: Police Wanted Trio Arrested After Shooting, Found With Drugs At Atlantic City Motel: Police
Wanted Trio Arrested After Shooting, Found With Drugs At Atlantic City Motel: Police A wanted Camden man was accused in a shooting and found in an Atlantic City hotel room with two other people with arrest warrants, authorities said. Ricardo Berrios, 37, was charged in the shooting on Friday, July 5, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release on Wednesday, July 10. He was already in custody on drug charges. Police found a 53-year-old Atlantic City man with a gunshot wound on the first block of South Florida Avenue at around 12:53 a.m. He was brought to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Campus, and was expected to survive his injuries. …
Man Set Off Explosive Device On Atlantic City Sidewalk, Police Say Man Set Off Explosive Device On Atlantic City Sidewalk, Police Say
Man Set Off Explosive Device On Atlantic City Sidewalk, Police Say An Atlantic City man was accused of setting off an explosive device downtown, authorities said. Stacy Thomas, 38, was arrested on Wednesday, July 10, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. An officer saw an explosion on a sidewalk on the 1500 block of Atlantic Avenue at around 2:03 a.m. The officer saw someone running from the area but first went to the explosion site to see if there were any victims. No one was injured and no buildings were damaged. Police found surveillance video showing the suspect who was the man seen running from the explosion. Another office…
Two Men Stole Cellphones From Store In Atlantic City, Police Say Two Men Stole Cellphones From Store In Atlantic City, Police Say
Two Men Stole Cellphones From Store In Atlantic City, Police Say Two Atlantic City men were accused of breaking into a cellphone store and stealing several phones, authorities said. Keith Faulkner, 51, and Scott Sewell, 56, were arrested on Friday, July 5, the Atlantic City Poice Department said in a news release on Monday, July 8. Officers responded to Metro by T-Mobile on the 1400 block of Atlantic Avenue at around 6:41 a.m. Investigators said two suspects entered the store when it was closed and took several cellphones, along with other items. Police found Faulkner and Sewell in a rideshare vehicle during a vehicle stop on the 300 block…
Atlantic City Woman Crashed Vehicle With Kids Inside While Avoiding Repossession, Police Say Atlantic City Woman Crashed Vehicle With Kids Inside While Avoiding Repossession, Police Say
Atlantic City Woman Crashed Vehicle With Kids Inside While Avoiding Repossession, Police Say An Atlantic City woman was accused of crashing into several vehicles with her children inside her vehicle, which was being repossessed, authorities said. Taquanda Roberts, 32, was arrested on Thursday, July 4, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. She was charged with endangering the welfare of a child, eluding, and criminal mischief. An officer responded to the 700 block of Maryland Avenue about a dispute involving a vehicle being repossessed at 1:34 p.m. After speaking with Roberts and a tow truck driver, Roberts got in her vehicle and sped onto a sidewalk while the …
Mother, Son Had Stolen Gun, Large Amount Of Marijuana Edibles In Atlantic City: Police Mother, Son Had Stolen Gun, Large Amount Of Marijuana Edibles In Atlantic City: Police
Mother, Son Had Stolen Gun, Large Amount Of Marijuana Edibles In Atlantic City: Police An Atlantic City mother and son were accused of having a stolen gun, a ghost gun, and a large amount of marijuana edibles, authorities said. Jasmehir Belle, 25, and Tamiya Belle, 46, were arrested on Wednesday, July 3, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release on Friday, July 5. Their arrests came after a month-long investigation into drugs sold at a home on the 500 block of North Indiana Avenue. Jasmehir Belle was taken into custody after he left the home and police executed a search warrant. Officers found four guns, including a ghost gun and a gun stolen from Egg Ha…
Dead Pets Found In Freezer, 36 Neglected Animals Rescued From South Jersey Woman, Police Say Dead Pets Found In Freezer, 36 Neglected Animals Rescued From South Jersey Woman, Police Say
Dead Pets Found In Freezer, 36 Neglected Animals Rescued From South Jersey Woman, Police Say A Galloway Township woman was accused of neglecting 36 pets and having several dead animals in a freezer, authorities said. Nancy Santos, 57, was charged with 43 counts of animal neglect, the Galloway Township Police Department said in a news release on Tuesday, July 2. Breaking AC's Lynda Cohen published the above photo during a court appearance from the Atlantic County Jail. Officers executed a search warrant at a home on the 300 block of Cresson Avenue on Monday, July 1. Police had received reports of several animals living in inhumane conditions. Police rescued 29 cats and s…
Wanted Men Found With Gun, Meth In Rideshare Vehicle In Atlantic City: Police Wanted Men Found With Gun, Meth In Rideshare Vehicle In Atlantic City: Police
Wanted Men Found With Gun, Meth In Rideshare Vehicle In Atlantic City: Police Two wanted men were arrested after being accused of having a gun and methamphetamine in a rideshare vehicle in Atlantic City, authorities said. Atlantic City police responded to a report of an armed man on the 2800 block of Pacific Avenue on Friday, June 28, the department said in a news release. An officer found 40-year-old Matthew Murphy of Egg Harbor Township and 47-year-old Nathaniel Rodgers of Atlantic City entering a rideshare vehicle. Police stopped the vehicle and found a gun while talking with the men. Officers also discovered the men had active arrest warrants and Murphy had …
Wanted Man From Atlantic City, Teen Arrested With Defaced Gun: Police Wanted Man From Atlantic City, Teen Arrested With Defaced Gun: Police
Wanted Man From Atlantic City, Teen Arrested With Defaced Gun: Police A wanted man and a teen were accused of having a defaced gun with a high-capacity magazine in Atlantic County, authorities said. Russell Daniel, 27, of Atlantic City, and a 15-year-old were arrested at around 10:05 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25, the Egg Harbor Township Police Department said in a news release on Monday, July 1. An officer stopped them for a motor vehicle violation on Black Horse Pike about a mile west of the interchange with the Garden State Parkway. Investigators said Daniel, who drove the vehicle, was wanted in Salem County for a gun offense. Officers searched the vehicle and …
Man Accused Of Luring 13-Year-Old Girl For Sex In Atlantic City, Police Say Man Accused Of Luring 13-Year-Old Girl For Sex In Atlantic City, Police Say
Man Accused Of Luring 13-Year-Old Girl For Sex In Atlantic City, Police Say A Pleasantville man was accused of trying to have a sexual relationship with a teen girl, authorities said. Javier Erazo, 21, was arrested on Saturday, June 22, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. Officers responded to a report of Erazo meeting up with a 13-year-old girl near Kingston and Sunset avenues at around 2:28 p.m. Police found the two and started talking with them about their relationship. Officers learned they had met on social media. Erazo was taken into custody after police learned he was aware of the girl's age and "wanted to engage in a sexual rel…
Three Men Accused Of Selling Cocaine, Suboxone, Prescription Pills In Atlantic City: Police Three Men Accused Of Selling Cocaine, Suboxone, Prescription Pills In Atlantic City: Police
Three Men Accused Of Selling Cocaine, Suboxone, Prescription Pills In Atlantic City: Police Three Atlantic City men were accused of selling cocaine, suboxone, and prescription pills, authorities said. Atlantic City police arrested 60-year-old Ricky Bailey, 37-year-old Floyd Spencer, and 22-year-old Christian Mateo, the department said in a news release on Thursday, June 27. The men were taken into custody by the department's special investigations section in two separate incidents on Tuesday, June 25. Bailey was arrested on the 1800 block of Hummock Avenue after officers saw him making a drug deal. The other two men were taken into custody on the first block of Sout…
Philly Teen Arrested, Suspects Wanted In Fight Near Atlantic City Boardwalk: Police Philly Teen Arrested, Suspects Wanted In Fight Near Atlantic City Boardwalk: Police
Philly Teen Arrested, Suspects Wanted In Fight Near Atlantic City Boardwalk: Police A Philadelphia teen was arrested and several other people were wanted in a fight near the Atlantic City Boardwalk, authorities said. Joseph Miller, 19, was charged with unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and possession of a large-capacity magazine, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. Officers responded to a fight on the beach block of South New York Avenue at around 9:13 p.m. on Friday, June 21. Police spoke with Miller who was involved in the fight. Investigators said Miller and some friends began to fight with&nbs…
Two South Jersey Men Stole From Businesses In NY, NJ, PA: Police Two South Jersey Men Stole From Businesses In NY, NJ, PA: Police
Two South Jersey Men Stole From Businesses In NY, NJ, PA: Police Two South Jersey men were accused of stealing from businesses in three states, authorities said. Devin Arnold, 22, of Galloway Township, and 20-year-old Laqua Tucker of Pleasantville were arrested on Friday, June 14, the Galloway Township Police Department said in a news release. They were taken into custody after an investigation into commercial burglaries in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Arnold tried to run away from police before his arrest, while Tucker surrendered at his home. "Today’s operation is a prime example how multi-agency efforts and cooperation can lead to successf…
Wanted Man Claimed He Was State Trooper During Jersey Shore Noise Complaint Call: Police Wanted Man Claimed He Was State Trooper During Jersey Shore Noise Complaint Call: Police
Wanted Man Claimed He Was State Trooper During Jersey Shore Noise Complaint Call: Police Two Atlantic City men were accused of threatening officers responding to a noise complaint, including a wanted man who claimed he was a state trooper, authorities said. Brigantine police arrested 23-year-old Jonathan Murillo and 22-year-old Onix Murillo-Hernandez on Monday, June 10, the department said in a news release. They were found when officers responded to reports of a loud group outside a home on the 4100 block of Brigantine Boulevard. Police first went to the home at around 1:36 a.m. and saw a group loudly drinking and celebrating at a nearby home. Murillo repeatedly yell…
Eight Women, Girls Arrested For Large Fight, Assaulting Atlantic City Officers: Police Eight Women, Girls Arrested For Large Fight, Assaulting Atlantic City Officers: Police
Eight Women, Girls Arrested For Large Fight, Assaulting Atlantic City Officers: Police Four women and four girls were arrested after a large fight in Atlantic City, authorities said. Atlantic City police responded to a large group fighting outside on the 400 block of North Delaware Avenue at around 8:20 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5, the department said in a news release on Monday, June 10. The group was a mix of adults and children, mostly females. Officers arrested three females during the fight. Investigators identified five additional females who police claim assaulted officers and interfered with arrests. The other five females were charged and arrested "at various loc…
Toddler Overdoses On Meth, Two South Jersey Women Arrested: Police Toddler Overdoses On Meth, Two South Jersey Women Arrested: Police
Toddler Overdoses On Meth, Two South Jersey Women Arrested: Police Two Atlantic County women were arrested after a toddler overdosed on methamphetamine, authorities said. Holly Peace, 43, of Egg Harbor Township, and Gabrielle DePasquale, 44, of Atlantic City, were charged with endangering the welfare of a child, the Egg Harbor Township Police Department said in a news release on Friday, June 7. Peace was also charged with neglect of a child and possession of a controlled dangerous substance. Egg Harbor Township police received a report on Tuesday, Apr. 30 of a 16-month-old child who suffered overdose symptoms after ingesting meth. …