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Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Galloway and Egg Harbor Township Man Charged with Murder in Shooting Death

ATLANTIC CITY – Two men were charged and arrested this week for the shooting death in Atlantic City of a Mays Landing man on Monday of last week, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
In response to a 9-1-1 call, Atlantic City Police and emergency medical personnel responded on Monday, December 21, 2015 at 10:45 p.m. to the Baymont Inn & Suites Atlantic City Madison Hotel on the 100 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard, for a report of a man found injured. Upon arrival, police found Devonte Molley, 23, of Grant Avenue, Mays Landing, NJ, bleeding from an injury to his abdomen.

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Emails Reveal County Administrator Blaming Police Chiefs; County Dispatch Plan Breaks Even with Only Half the Towns Participating

Emails released may put a damper on the County-Wide Dispatch Plan and leave County Administrator Jerry DelRosso with some explaining to do.

On December 3, 2015, Galloway Township News broke the story about Atlantic County and Stockton University entering into an estimated $31 million dollar contract for a Countywide Dispatch Center and Stockton Police Center.  The catch however was every taxpayer in Atlantic County would pay the majority of the bill for years.

Galloway Township News waited almost a month before the County would release documents regarding the Countywide Dispatch Center only after having been met with resistance from Jennifer Starr who is the Assistant County Counsel. 

Saturday, December 26, 2015

Police Investigate Shooting After Trenton Man Killed by Gunshot

HAMILTON TWP – A Trenton man died Thursday evening, the victim of a shooting that occurred in a rural section of Hamilton Township, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
In response to a 9-1-1 call, Township of Hamilton Police responded on Thursday, December 24, 2015, to Ocean Heights Avenue near the intersection of Salma Terrace, for a report of gunshots. Upon arrival, police found Marquis T. Smith, 25, of Brunswick Avenue, Trenton, the victim of a shooting. Emergency responders transported Smith to the AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center—Mainland Division, where he was later pronounced dead.

Friday, December 25, 2015

Galloway Police Blotter December 13 - 19, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 754 calls for service during December 13, 2015 through December 19, 2015.

Additional statistics include: 2 Burglaries, 28 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 109 Tickets issued, 1 Driving While Intoxicated, 17 Arrests, 14 Domestic Violence, 3 Fire Calls, 14 EMS Calls and 6 Juvenile calls.

Burglaries:
12/17/15  400 S Quince
12/14/15  200 Koch Ave

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Mays Landing Man Dies After Being Found in Atlantic City Hotel

ATLANTIC CITY – A Mays Landing man died last night in Atlantic City, after being found injured in a hotel, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
In response to a 9-1-1- call, Atlantic City Police and emergency medical personnel responded on Monday, December 21, 2015 at 10:45 p.m. to the Baymont Inn & Suites Atlantic City Madison Hotel on the 100 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard, for a report of a man found injured. Upon arrival, police found Devonte Molley, 23, of Mays Landing, NJ, bleeding from an injury.

Margate Firefighter Guilty of Shoplifting from WaWa

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP – A Margate City Firefighter has been convicted in municipal court of shoplifting, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced today.
On September 10, 2015, Ashton G. Funk, 34, of Rick Lane in Northfield, NJ, was charged and arrested on a summons complaint for shoplifting from the Wawa Store in Margate, NJ. The State alleges that, on August 17, 2015, Funk carried away several items from the Wawa Store without paying. The value of the merchandise is $7.98.

Monday, December 21, 2015

Galloway Police Blotter December 6 - 12, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 849 calls for service during December 6, 2015 through December 12, 2015.

Additional statistics include: 0 Burglaries, 30 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 129 Tickets issued, 2 Driving While Intoxicated, 12 Arrests, 13 Domestic Violence, 6 Fire Calls, 15 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.
Arrests:
Edward C Berry, Jr., 50, of Galloway was arrested for Possession of less than 50 grams of Marijuana by Ofc Brent Lopez on December 12, 2015.   
Rita Gribbin, 58 , of Galloway was arrested for DWI by Officer James Mullholland on December 12, 2015

Thursday, December 17, 2015

Atlantic City Principal Indicted for Theft and Official Misconduct

MAYS LANDING – An Atlantic City school principal was indicted today for theft and official misconduct, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
Concluding a year-long investigation, Detectives of the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Official Corruption Unit served summons complaints on June 10, 2015 to Lakecia C. Hyman, 41, at her home on the 100 block of New Bridge Road, Egg Harbor Township, for the charges of Official Misconduct and Theft by Failure to Make Required Disposition of Property received.

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Camden Man Indicted for Murder After Stabbing Death of Hamilton Township Man in 2014

MAYS LANDING – A Camden man was indicted for murder today for the stabbing death of a Hamilton Township man in August of 2014, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
Today, an Atlantic County Grand Jury indicted Richard L. Ferrara, 50, of the 600 block of Market Street, Camden, for the August 14, 2014 stabbing death of William R. Strock, 41, of the Inland Estates mobile home park on the Black Horse Pike, an injury that caused Strock’s death several hours later. Ferrara was indicted on three counts:

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Galloway Man Stabbed in Parking Lot of Local Restaurant in Smithville

On December 15, 2015 at approximately 2:42am, the Galloway Township Police Department responded to a stabbing in the parking lot of 45 South New York Road outside of JD’s Pub and Grill.  

A 23 year-old Galloway resident was stabbed once in the abdomen during the incident.  He was transported to the Atlanticare Center City Division by the Galloway Township Ambulance squad with non-life threatening injuries.  

Robert Wolff, a 26 year-old Absecon resident was arrested and was charged with aggravated assault, possession of a weapon and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose.  

Sunday, December 13, 2015

Galloway Police Blotter November 29 - December 5, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 719 calls for service during November 29, 2015 through December 5, 2015.

Additional statistics include: 6 Burglaries, 28 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 103 Tickets issued, 4 Driving While Intoxicated, 23 Arrests, 9 Domestic Violence, 3 Fire Calls, 20 EMS Calls and 1 Juvenile calls.

BURGLARIES:    
600 Block of McDevitt Dr on December 4, 2015
100 Block of Colonial Ct on December 4, 2015
500 Block of Berlin Ave on December 3, 2015
300 Block of Cos Cob Dr on December 1, 2015
400 London Ave on December 1, 2015
200 Beanfield Pl on November 30, 2015

Juvenile:
A 14 y/o Male was arrested for receiving stolen property on December 3, 2015 by Ofc William Kline.
ARRESTS:

Devaney L Scarella, 24, of EHT was arrested on November 29, 2015 for DWI and Possession of less than 50 grams of Marijuana by Ofc Ronald Gorneau Jr.

Rafael E Perez Jr, 26 of North Brunswick was arrested on November 29, 2015 for DWI by Ofc Alex Bennett.

Eric M Williams Jr, 25, of Somers Point was arrested on November 30, 2015 for Hindering Apprehension by Ofc Fenil Gandhi.

Aaron D Kizer-Goff, 31, Galloway was arrested on November 30, 2015 for Burglary and Theft by Ofc James Mullholland.

Melvin C Timberlake Jr, 33, of Pleasantville was arrested on December 1, 2015 for Hindering Apprehension and Obstructing Justice by Ofc Nicholas Stewart.

Amy G McCabe, 47, of Galloway was arrested on December 1, 2015 for DWI by Ofc Jacqueline Crocker.

Thomas M Elijah, 18, of Hamilton Twp was arrested for Attempted Burglary on December 1, 2015 by Ofc Tom Guercioni. 

Caleb I Hodge-Williams, 18, of Galloway was arrested on December 4, 2015 for Possession of less than 50 grams of Marijuana by Ofc Ronald Gorneau Jr.

Michael A Clearkin, 28, of Ventnor was arrested on December 4, 2105 and charged with Possession of CDS, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Manufacturing and/or Distributing  Herion and or Cocaine.

Starlyn R Gonzalez, 26, of Vineland was arrested on December 4, 2015 for Resisting Arrest by Ofc James Mullholland.

Miguel A Camargo, 38, of Galloway was arrested for Operating a Motor Vehicle while Suspended for a second DWI on December 5, 2015 by Ofc Nicholas Stewart.

David W Rodgers, 51, of Galloway was arrested on December 5, 2015 for DWI by Ofc. Vincent Ceci.

Per Galloway Township Police Department, persons listed here as arrestees are considered innocent until or unless otherwise adjudicated otherwise in court. Be advised, arrests and names of individuals not listed in a Police Blotter are those arrests related to deaths when a next-of-kin has not been notified, any arrests in relation to a domestic violence case, and names of juveniles. 

Pedestrian Struck on White Horse Pike in Absecon

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 at approximately 5:54 PM, members of the Absecon Police Department responded to the intersection of Mill Road and the White Horse Pike (Route 30) for a pedestrian motor vehicle crash. 

The pedestrian, Kathleen Norman, a 58 year old female from Pleasantville, was crossing the intersection when she was struck by a Chevrolet Silverado, operated by Daniel Caffrey, a 57 year old male from Absecon. 

Caffrey was negotiating a left turn from S. Mill Road to the White Horse Pike when the crash occurred. 

Thursday, December 10, 2015

Atlantic County Releases Blacked Out Copies of Documents on Proposed Dispatch Center

On November 15, 2015, Galloway Township News had submitted two Open Public Records Requests with Atlantic County regarding the Countywide Dispatch Center. Documents between the years of 2012 and 2015 were sought. 

Now, almost a month later after waiting for the County to release the documents and after having been met with resistance from Jennifer Starr who is the Assistant County Counsel, the County released documents that are almost of no use. About 80% of the documents were poorly blacked out by the County stating in our opinion an invalid exemption.

Impaired Driving Enforcement Crackdown to be Conducted Locally as Part of Statewide Year End Campaign

(Galloway Township) — Law enforcement officials from Galloway Township will be cracking down on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs as part of the annual end of year “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” statewide campaign.  Beginning December 11, 2015 and continuing through January 1, 2016, local and state law enforcement officials will conduct saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints looking for motorists who may be driving while intoxicated.

The national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” effort endeavors to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving through a combination of high-visibility enforcement and public education. 

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Atlantic City Man Guilty of Aggravated Sexual Assault of Minor Girl

MAYS LANDING – An Atlantic City man pled guilty this week to 1st degree aggravated sexual assault in connection with the luring and sexual assault of a 7-year-old girl last year, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
On May 30, 2014, in response to a 9-1-1 call, Atlantic City Police officers responded to North Harrisburg Avenue, Atlantic City, for a report of the sexual assault of a child. The caller had reported to Atlantic City Police communications having entered into a room and discovering the sexual assault of the 7-year-old child in-progress, reported that the attacker was a person known to the family, and that he had fled the scene on foot upon being discovered.

Galloway Police Blotter November 22 - 28, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 699 calls for service during November 22, 2015 through November 28, 2015.

Additional statistics include: 4 Burglaries, 27 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 82 Tickets issued, 1 Driving While Intoxicated, 25 Arrests, 8 Domestic Violence, 8 Fire Calls, 21 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.
BURGLARIES     
400 Block of Xanthus Ave on November 26, 2015
300 Block of Zenia Ave on November 26, 2015
400 Block of First Ave on November 25, 2015
200 Block of Koch Ave on November 23, 2015

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Local Pharmacy, Curexa, Receives a New Accreditation

Egg Harbor Township, NJ: Curexa Pharmacy proudly announces its approval of accreditation status by Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for the services of specialty pharmacy.

Achieving accreditation is a process where healthcare organizations demonstrate compliance with national standards. Accreditation by ACHC reflects an organization’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that facilitate a higher level of performance and patient care.

Saturday, December 5, 2015

Galloway Man Arrested for Hit-and-Run of Pedestrian in Smithville

On December 4, 2015 at 10:05 p.m., Galloway Police responded to Historic Smithville for a pedestrian motor vehicle accident.

According to Police, James Newell 79, of Galloway was driving a Chrysler Sebring within the Towne of Historic Smithville and struck a pedestrian, Tasia Martinez, 35, of Somers Point, causing injury.  

Mr. Newell left the scene of the collision and was later located at his residence.  The victim was transported to the hospital for a non-life threatening injury to her leg. 

Heroin Found in Galloway Motel; One Arrested for Drugs, Outstanding Warrants


On December 4, 2015 at 9:94 a.m., the Galloway Township Police Department responded to The Motel 6 on The White Horse Pike in reference to the odor of marijuana consuming the hallway and lobby.  

During the investigation, police made contact with 28 year old Michael Clearkin of Ventnor, NJ who was a current guest at the motel.  Police discovered that Clearkin had multiple outstanding warrants including an NCIC warrant for weapons possession out of Atlantic County Superior Court.

Two Injured in Motor Vehicle Collision on Tilton and Racetrack Road

On December 4, 2015 at 11:59 a.m., Galloway Township Police Department responded to a motor vehicle collision at Tilton Road and Racetrack Road. 
According to the Police a witness and evidence determined that Steven Seeburg, 55, driving a 2003 Chevy Venture was stopped on Racetrack Road and preparing to turn onto Tilton Road.  Sattary Behrouz, 64, driving a 2006 Ford Econoline was traveling south on Tilton Road. 
During this time, Steven Seeburg believed Sattary Behrouz was going to make a right turn onto Racetrack Road, so he proceeded to pull out.  This resulted in the left front portion of Steven Seeburg’s vehicle coming into contact with the front end of Sattary Behrouz’s vehicle.  

Thursday, December 3, 2015

7,000 Bags of Heroin Recovered After Narcotics Investigation; Two Arrested

MAYS LANDING – A four-month narcotics distribution investigation by the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Gangs, Guns and Narcotics Unit, culminated in November 2015 with the arrests of two men from Paterson, NJ, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced today.
On November 18th, 2015, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Gangs, Guns and Narcotics Unit completed the four-month heroin distribution investigation involving the trafficking of heroin from Paterson, New Jersey to Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Former Galloway Police Officer Sentenced to 220-days for Aggravated Assault

Raymond Glick
MAYS LANDING – A former Galloway Township Police Officer was sentenced this morning to 220 days in the Atlantic County Justice Facility for aggravated assault in connection to the assault of the woman with whom he had a domestic relationship, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
Raymond Glick 54, of the 100 block of West Liebig Street, Galloway Township, was sentenced this morning by Atlantic County’s Presiding Superior Court Judge Bernard E. DeLury, for Glick’s October 2015 guilty plea to the accusation of aggravated assault—a 3rd degree crime.

Atlantic County, Stockton University Plan $31 Million Dollar Dispatch Center; Some Municipalities to Pay Double in Costs

Atlantic County and Stockton University have entered into an estimated $31 million dollar contract for a Countywide Dispatch Center and Stockton Police Center.  The catch is every taxpayer in Atlantic County will flip the majority of the bill for years to come and layoff of employees will be required.

On November 10, 2015 Atlantic County conducted a presentation in which every Mayor was invited to attend. The County presented what appears to be outdated figures of a project that is estimated to cost about $31 million dollars which is to be bonded. 

According to the presentation released by Atlantic County, Stockton University will contribute $4.8 million to the project and 8 acres of land located on Stockton's property on Pomona Road and Duerer Street, for the complex to be built.

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Juvenile Charged with Vehicular Homicide in 2013 Accident

FOLSOMThe driver of the car involved in a 2013 motor vehicle accident in Hammonton that resulted in his passenger’s death was arrested yesterday, charged on a juvenile complaint with vehicular homicide, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
On May 26, 2013 at 1:36 a.m. Hammonton Police responded to Service Road after a motor vehicle left the roadway and collided with trees off the highway.
The sole passenger, Christopher Goodwin, an 18 year old male, of Hammonton, NJ, was transported to AtlantiCare-Hammonton, where he was later pronounced dead of injuries sustained in the accident. 

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Mays Landing Teen Charged with Burglary of Galloway Home

On December 1, 2015 at 1:16 p.m., the Galloway Township Police Department received a 911 phone call from a concerned citizen indicating that a male subject was attempting to enter a residence on the 300 block of E. Cos Cob Drive.  

Officer Guercioni responded to the scene where he made contact with Elijah Thomas, 18, of Mays Landing who was exiting the rear of the residence and matched the description of the suspect that was provided by the 911 caller.  

Thomas advised police that he had signed himself out of school and was meeting a friend at the residence.  During the investigation it was determined that the story provided by Thomas was false.  

Monday, November 30, 2015

Galloway Man Arrested for Burglary and Theft; Additional Warrants

On November 30, 2015 at 5:27 p.m., Galloway Police were dispatched to The Family Dollar located on New York Road in reference to a reported burglary to a motor vehicle.  

Upon arrival patrol met with the male victim who stated as he was exiting The Family Dollar he observed a white male, later identified as Aaron Kizer-Goff, 31 of Galloway, rummaging through his vehicle.  

When the victim confronted Kizer-Goff he fled the scene towards Waterview Drive as the victim gave chase.  When the victim returned to his vehicle he discovered that approximately $1,100 in cash and loose change was stolen.

Saturday, November 28, 2015

Galloway Police Blotter November 15 - 21, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 729 calls for service during November 15, 2015 through November 21, 2015.

Additional statistics include: 1 Burglaries, 32 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 88 Tickets issued, 3 Driving While Intoxicated, 19 Arrests, 8 Domestic Violence, 8 Fire Calls, 17 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.

Burglaries:
700 Block of E. Village Dr.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Galloway Police Blotter November 8 - 14, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 709 calls for service during November 8, 2015 through November 14, 2015.


Additional statistics include: 4 Burglaries, 27 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 96 Tickets issued, 3 Driving While Intoxicated, 23 Arrests, 15 Domestic Violence, 2 Fire Calls, 13 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.

Vehicle Burglaries: 4 @ the 300 Block of Elton Lane.

Two People Robbed at Gunpoint Near Housing Complex in Galloway

On November 7, 2015 a male and female were robbed by a male with a handgun on Collins Road near Greenwich Drive in Galloway Township.  

Following a brief investigation, a 32 year-old male from Galloway, Jovani Rodriguez, was arrested and charged with robbery, possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and possession of a weapon by a prohibited person.  

Jovani was lodged in the Atlantic County Justice Facility on $250,000 full cash bail.  

One Injured After Striking Utility Pole in Single Motor Vehicle Accident

The Absecon Police Department was dispatched to a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 8:40pm on Rt. 30 in the area of the Bayview Motel. 

The police department is investigating the single motor vehicle crash where the vehicle struck a utility pole. 

Witness accounts show the vehicle driving erratically and at a high rate of speed before the crash. The utility pole was broken into three pieces from the impact and the vehicle was torn into two pieces. 

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Four Vehicles Involved in Head-On Collision on the White Horse Pike, Galloway

On November 24, 2015 at 12:41 p.m. Galloway Township Police responded to a serious motor vehicle accident involving four vehicles on the White Horse Pike and S. Fir Avenue.
According to Police a vehicle traveling westbound on the White Horse Pike changed lanes and rear-ended a stopped vehicle, sending that vehicle into oncoming traffic. The oncoming vehicle swerved just prior to the head on collision, side-swiping another vehicle.
The drivers involved in the accident were Camile F. Rohm – 73, of Brigantine; Luis Santiago Jr. - 26, of Trenton; Richard S. Jones – 77 of Galloway; and Jakob L. Ackerman – of Galloway, NJ.

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Frustrations with Greater Egg School Superintendent Leads Teachers and Staff to Union Vote


Superintendent John Keenan
Photo Credit: Shore News
Frustrations continue to grow while morale goes down for the over 400 members of the Greater Egg Harbor Regional Education Association who have been working without a contract since June 30. 

The Association represents the teachers and support staffs in Absegami High School, Oakcrest High School and Cedar Creek High School. On Wednesday, members gave a unanimous vote of confidence to its union leadership.  The vote of confidence stated  “The Greater Egg Harbor Regional Education Association gives a vote of unconditional confidence to its Negotiations Committee, Action Committee and Association Leadership and will support all actions that may be determined by the Action Committee and endorsed by the Leadership.”

Stephanie Tarr, President of the Association told the members that “Your leadership believes that many of the problems we are facing this year and last are due to ideas and changes suggested or implemented by Mr. John Keenan, our new Superintendent. 

Mayor Don Purdy when reached for comment stated, "I am concerned" but wanted to reserve comment until he reaches out to the Superintendent. 

Two Men Indicted for Murder of Atlantic City Man

ATLANTIC CITY – Two men were indicted yesterday for the murder in January of an Atlantic City man, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
Wednesday, November 18, 2015, an Atlantic County Grand Jury indicted Rahmir A. Skinner, 25, of the 2500 block of Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ, and Mario Blocker, 39, of Glen Park, Bridgeton, NJ, on ten (10) criminal counts today for the January 31, 2015 shooting death of Kenneth Moore, 61, inside his Atlantic City home.
On January 31, 2015, at 12:13 a.m., officers of the Atlantic City Police Department responded for a 9-1-1 call of a disturbance at 19 North Bellevue Avenue, a multi-family dwelling. Upon arrival, police found the body of Kenneth Moore in his home.

Monday, November 16, 2015

Commercial Development on the Rise in Galloway; Increases Job Rate

New commercial development in Galloway Township was once nonexistent. Over the past 5-years approximately twenty new commercial developments have made their way around the Township from the east side to the west side. 

Galloway was not the only town hit by the economic recession that sent tax bills sky rocking to make up for the decline in commercial development. The Township is now experiencing a time where construction of commercial buildings are now the normal. A benefit to the taxpayers that according to Mayor Don Purdy "the residents have seen this year and years to come." 

Sunday, November 15, 2015

Galloway Police Blotter November 1 - 7, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 727 calls for service during November 1, 2015 through November 7, 2015.

Additional statistics include: 0 Burglaries, 23 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 89 Tickets issued, 3 Driving While Intoxicated, 22 Arrests, 8 Domestic Violence, 2 Fire Calls, 16 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.

Burglaries:

None
             
ARRESTS:
Iman C. Brown, 32, of Atlantic City was arrested by Det. Jason Kiamos and charged with identity theft, credit card theft and forgery on November 7.               
Dana M. Mascola, 53, of Galloway was arrested by Ofc. Nicolas Stewart and charged with DWI on November 6.

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Police Arrest Two Men in Armed Robbery at Galloway Motel

On November 8, 2015 a female was robbed by two men, one of whom brandished a handgun while she was staying at the Budgetel Inn at 234 East White Horse Pike in Galloway Twp.  

Following a brief investigation, Galloway Detectives indentified and arrested Frank Tobin, a 33 year-old male from Mays Landing and an Anthony Palmeri, a 25 year-old male also from Mays Landing.  

Tobin was charged with Robbery, Conspiracy and Theft. Bail on Tobin was set at $100,000 full cash bail.  

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Galloway Man Arrested for Impersonating Military Personnel and Stolen Valor

On November 11, 2015, at 5:18 p.m., Michael Porter, 25 of Galloway was arrested by Officer Gary Brenner after Porter identified himself as a member of the US Army Military Police/ Airborne while he was dressed in military uniform in the area of a military base on Veteran’s Day.  

Porter was found in possession of a portable radio capable of receiving transmissions from several police departments and emergency dispatch centers.  

Galloway Police Blotter October 25 - 31, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 697 calls for service during October 25, 2015 through October 31, 2015.

Additional statistics include: 4 Burglaries, 22 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 73 Tickets issued, 0 Driving While Intoxicated 48 Arrests, 13 Domestic Violence, 6 Fire Calls, 24 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.
Burglaries:
600 Block of E. Moss Mill Rd.
2 @ the 100 Block of S. New York Rd.
400 Block of S. London Ave.

Autopsy Reveals Man in Police Custody Died of Natural Causes

ATLANTIC CITY – An Atlantic City man died last night in an Atlantic City Police Department holding cell, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
Yesterday morning, November 9, 2015, a 41-year-old Atlantic City man was arrested by police on a non-support warrant, and lodged in the holding area of the Atlantic City Police Department at approximately 10:50 a.m.
A routine check of the detainee by police at 10:14 p.m. resulted in the dispatch of emergency medical personnel to the scene, and subsequent transport of the man to the AtlantiCare Medical Center—City Division, where he was later declared dead.

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Galloway Man Arrested for Murder and Weapons Charges

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP – A Galloway Township man was arrested this morning for the shooting death last night of a Mays Landing man, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
In response to a 9-1-1 call received at 7:29 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2015, Hamilton Township Police, Township of Hamilton Rescue personnel, and AtlantiCare paramedics responded to a home on the 5900 block of Elmhurst Drive, Mays Landing. Upon arrival, police found Michael Black, 31, suffering from a gunshot wound.

Monday, November 9, 2015

Galloway Democratic President Blames Poor Voter Turnout for Election Loss; Outspends Opponents

Michael Suleiman
An open letter by Democratic President Michael Suleiman has been released on the Galloway-Port Republic Democrat Club Website. Suleiman describes the democrats loss of the General Election to poor voter turnout and an Independent candidate that siphoned 300 votes. 

According to unofficial elections results, democrat incumbent Jim Gorman did not have enough votes to hold onto his Council seat. The open letter as placed on the Democrats website is below.

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Galloway Police Blotter October 18 - 24, 2015

Galloway Township Police responded to 775 calls for service during October 18, 2015 through October 24, 2015.


Additional statistics include: 15 Burglaries, 24 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 61 Tickets issued, 1 Driving While Intoxicated, 16 Arrests, 6 Domestic Violence, 6 Fire Calls, 14 EMS Calls and 1 Juvenile calls.

BURGLARIES:     
600 Block of S New York Rd on October 18, 2015
300 Block of S New York Rd on October 20, 2015
600 Block of E Moss Mill Rd on October 21, 2015
100 Block of Jimmie Leeds Rd on October 21, 2015
200 Block of S New York Rd on October 21, 2015 
100 Block of Sander Pl on October 22, 2015
100 Block of Everton Pl on October 22, 2015
100 Block of Highbury Ct on October 22, 2015

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Galloway Woman Arrested on Drug Charges After Search Warrant

On November 4, 2015, a search warrant was executed by the Galloway Township Police Department and the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Guns, Gangs, and Narcotics Unit on Colonial Court in Galloway Township. 

The search warrant was in regards to a narcotics investigation.  


As a result of the search warrant, Linda Santelli, 54 of Galloway was charged with Distribution of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance. 

Monday, November 2, 2015

Woman's Body Found in Atlantic City Condo Complex; Identity Unknown

ATLANTIC CITY – A woman was found dead early yesterday morning in an Atlantic City boardwalk condominium complex, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
Atlantic City Police responded on Sunday, November 1,, 2015 at 6:59 a.m., to the Atlantic Palace, 1507 block of Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, for a 9-1-1 call. Upon arrival, police found a woman’s body inside the hotel.

Sunday, November 1, 2015

Four Arrested in Shoplifting Incident at Home Depot

On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at approximately 1:20 p.m. Absecon Police officers were called to The Home Depot, 421 Absecon Blvd., in response to a shoplifting incident in which the accused individuals were assaulting store employees in an attempt to get away. 

When officers arrived it was learned that four people had fled in a black Chevy Tahoe heading east on Route 30 toward Atlantic City. 

Patrol officers located the vehicle stopped in traffic at the base of the Route 30 drawbridge due to the bridge being opened for boat traffic. 

As officers approached the Tahoe they observed a male passenger exit the vehicle and flee on foot into the marsh near the bridge. The Tahoe then drove around the traffic-control gates and through a red traffic signal on the bridge just as the bridge was being closed. 

A short time later Patrolman Jeff Mazer located the Tahoe cutting through several side streets. A motor vehicle stop was conducted and three occupants in the vehicle were arrested; Pornthip "Annie" Charoensook, 35, of Galloway Township, Barry Hardaway, 28, of Atlantic City, and Kelly Whalen, 27, of Atlantic City. 

Atlantic City Police officers assisted with the traffic stop and also located the male subject who fled from the vehicle while stopped at the bridge. This male, Augustine Delvalle, 26, of Galloway Township was arrested. 

Augustine Delvalle was charged with robbery, shoplifting, conspiracy, eluding, and assault. His bail was set at $100,000.00 full and he was lodged in the county jail. 

Pornthip "Annie" Charoensook was charged with conspiracy to commit shoplifting and eluding. Her bail was set at $50,000.00 full and she was lodged in the county jail. 

Barry Hardaway and Kelly Whalen were each charged with conspiracy to commit shoplifting and released on summonses to appear in court. 


Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has additional information is asked to contact the Absecon Police Department at 609-641-0667. 

The incident is being investigated by Patrolman Joe Akeret and Det. Rick Huenke.
 
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