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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.  
 
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