Erratic Jet Ski Operator Fled Marine Units At NJ Beach, Cops Say — Now They Want To Find Him

A jet ski operator who jetted away from police when they stopped him on Memorial Day Weekend is now being sought by authorities, who are enlisting the public to help.

Police are looking for the jet ski operator who they say fled from them during a stop in Lower Township.
Photo Credit: *New Jersey State Police*

Cecilia Levine

06/05/2024 5:28 p.m.

New Jersey State Police Marine Units stopped the operator of an erratic blue Yamaha around 3:20 p.m. on Saturday, May 25 at the bathing beach in Lower Township in Cape May County, the department said.

During the stop, the operator failed to provide his ID and vessel registration, returned to the shore, and then left on foot.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 50 or 60 years old, with a large tattoo on his back and an additional tattoo on his right forearm.

Anyone with information is asked to contact NJSP Atlantic City Marine Services Station at (609) 441-3589. Anonymous tips are welcome.

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