Mugshot Released Of Gunman Accused In Wildwood Shooting That Wounded Bystander (Update)

Police in Cape May County have released the mugshot for a man wanted in a shooting that critically injured an innocent bystander, authorities said.

William C. Hoyle was wanted in a shooting in Wildwood, NJ, on July 9, 2024.
Photo Credit: *Facebook - City of Wildwood Police Department*

Chris Spiker

07/10/2024 10:28 a.m.

The Wildwood Police Department shared the mugshot for William C. Hoyle in a Facebook post at 2:56 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10. An arrest warrant was issued for Hoyle in the shooting on the 3800 block of Pacific Avenue at around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9.

A victim only described as an innocent bystander was rushed to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Campus. The victim was listed in critical condition, according to a joint news release from Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey Sutherland and Wildwood police Chief Joseph Murphy.

Anyone with information about Hoyle or the shooting should call the City of Wildwood Police Department at 609-522-0222 or the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-465-1135.

You can also send an anonymous tip online on the county prosecutor's office or the Cape May County Sheriff's Office websites.

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