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28 road deaths so far in 2024: NJ county is stepping up patrols
Expect more messaging and crackdowns related to unsafe driving. Through the first half of this year, 28 people have lost their lives due to motor vehicle crashes on roads in Atlantic County. That's second only to Middlesex County (34), and officials say they're dedicated to stopping the trend from continuing...
Two Charged in Atlantic City, Handgun Recovered
Atlantic City Police announced the arrests of two Atlantic County men on charges that one was in possession of a handgun, while the second had active warrants. 40 year old Matthew Murphy was charged with being in possession of the gun and drug charges. Both men tried to escape police by jumping into a ride share vehicle Friday on Pacific Avenue.
A rise in traffic deaths leads to more DWI checkpoints in 2 NJ counties
More DWI checkpoints are scheduled in New Jersey this week in an effort to address public safety. Traffic deaths in New Jersey are on the rise, according to Holmdel Township Police Department Patrolman Matthew Menosky, which is pushing this week’s checkpoint enforcements in Monmouth County. Menosky shared in a...
Update: The current flash flood warning will be expiring at 11:30 a.m.
The warning was for Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties. "The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures," according to the National Weather Service. Breaking down weather alerts: advisories, watches, and warnings. Flash flood warning: Take action!
Update: Severe thunderstorm watch affecting 3 N.J. counties Sunday night
On Sunday at 8:46 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 11 p.m. for Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties. Lightning on the horizon: Expert safety measures for thunderstorms. Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with the bulk...
Atlantic County, NJ Internet Crimes Against Children in 2023-2024
Now that summertime is here, the Atlantic County, New Jersey Prosecutor’s Office is urging parents to remain vigilant regarding the potential for internet crimes against children that remain prevalent in the region. The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office also released a list of those who were arrested and charged during...
A rise in traffic deaths leads to more DWI checkpoints in 2 NJ counties
More DWI checkpoints are scheduled in New Jersey this week in an effort to address public safety. Traffic deaths in New Jersey are on the rise, according to Holmdel Township Police Department Patrolman Matthew Menosky, which is pushing this week’s checkpoint enforcements in Monmouth County. Menosky shared in a...
Galloway, NJ Man Indicted for Attempted Murder of Police Officer
The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office has confirmed that a Galloway Township, New Jersey man has been indicted for attempted murder of a police officer during an alleged knife attack. Regarding the indictment, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office said:. On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, Keith Kiminsky, 31, of Galloway...
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