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An Atlantic City police officer, Joshua Munyon, was arrested for sexually assaulting an intoxicated woman in his patrol car after issuing her a summons for public intoxication. The victim reported the assault, and evidence including surveillance footage, location data, and her injuries corroborated her account. Munyon, who denied the incident, is now suspended without pay… The post Atlantic City Officer Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Intoxicated Woman in Patrol Car appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Wildwood man, Jose Antonio Angeles-Ayala, was arrested and charged with multiple counts of sexual assault and endangering a child. The arrest followed a multi-agency investigation that included a search of his residence and seizure of electronic devices. If convicted of the first-degree charges, he could face 10 to 20 years in state prison. The post Wildwood Resident Arrested in Child Endangerment, Sexual Assault Investigation appeared first on Coast News Today.

Three adults from Philadelphia and Maple Shade face assault and disorderly conduct charges following a large fight at a youth street hockey tournament in Egg Harbor Township. The incident, which involved brawling adults on the rink, led to the suspension of two teams and an assistant coach by the American Ball Hockey Alliance (ABHA). The… The post Hockey Tournament Fight: Adults Face Charges, Teams Suspended appeared first on Coast News Today.

Wildwood officials are implementing strict enforcement of a 10 p.m. curfew for unsupervised minors and increased police presence to combat unruly behavior that disrupted previous Memorial Day weekends. The city is also enforcing a backpack ban and reminding visitors about alcohol restrictions on the beach and boardwalk. Mayor Troiano Jr. emphasized a zero-tolerance policy, warning… The post Wildwood Cracks Down: Curfew, Bans, and Fines Target Unruly Teens appeared first on Coast News Today.

Jelly, a 40-year-old horse and beloved resident of The Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary in Mays Landing, passed away over the weekend, possibly from a stroke or heart attack. The sanctuary, known for rescuing over 600 animals, shared the news on social media, highlighting Jelly’s popularity with visitors and her long-time presence on the farm.… The post Funny Farm Mourns Loss of Iconic Horse, Jelly appeared first on Coast News Today.

New Jersey will launch a month-long, $1 million-funded campaign, “Put the Phone Away or Pay,” starting April 1, to aggressively enforce distracted driving laws. 1 The initiative aims to reduce the state’s high rate of distracted driving crashes, which caused 160 deaths and 1,400 serious injuries in 2023, by increasing police presence and issuing fines… The post Distracted Driving Blitz: NJ to Enforce Fines in April Campaign appeared first on Coast News Today.

A youth street hockey tournament in Egg Harbor Township erupted in a brawl involving players, adults, and coaches, prompting suspensions and a police investigation. Videos of the incident, showing adults fighting on the rink, circulated online before being turned over to authorities. The American Ball Hockey Alliance suspended two teams and a coach, pledging further… The post Adults, Players Clash in Youth Hockey Melee; Police Investigate appeared first on Coast News Today.

A fire on Adriatic Avenue in Atlantic City displaced 17 residents and injured a firefighter Thursday night. The blaze, reported at 10:10 p.m. and contained by 11:30 p.m., is under investigation, with the Red Cross assisting those displaced. The post Atlantic City Fire Displaces 17, Injures Firefighter appeared first on Coast News Today.

Ocean City is set to approve a 120-foot cellphone tower at its southern end to settle a lawsuit from Verizon, who claimed the city violated federal telecommunication laws by denying their equipment installation. This decision follows Ocean City’s 2023 resolution limiting tower placement, which prompted Verizon’s legal challenge citing a “significant gap” in wireless coverage.… The post Ocean City to Erect 120-Foot Cell Tower to Settle Verizon Lawsuit appeared first on Coast News Today.

North Wildwood Mayor Patrick Rosenello announced he will not seek reelection after 12 years, opting instead to run for a council seat, and endorsed Council President Sal Zampirri Sr. as his successor. Rosenello cited a desire for more personal time and a belief that a new perspective would benefit the city, while Zampirri expressed readiness… The post Rosenello to Leave Mayor’s Office, Zampirri To Run in North Wildwood appeared first on Coast News Today.