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Two New Jersey men have been charged in a nationwide identity theft scheme that leveraged “SIM swapping” to gain control of victims’ digital lives. Cory Kott, of Mays Landing, and an alleged accomplice from Atlantic City, reportedly contacted victims via social media before transferring their phone numbers to SIM cards they controlled. This granted them… The post NJ Duo Charged in Multi-State SIM Swapping Identity Theft Ring appeared first on Coast News Today.

New Jersey officials have issued swimming advisories for a bay beach in Lower Township and two lakes, Cedar Lake and Anona Lake, due to elevated levels of enterococci bacteria, an indicator of potential contamination. These advisories mean that while no beaches are currently closed, the water quality will be retested, and closures could occur if… The post Bacteria Advisories Issued for South Jersey Bay Beach and Two Lakes appeared first on Coast News Today.

Two New Jersey men, Mahir Patel and Davit Chapidze, have been arrested for allegedly attempting to defraud an elderly man of over $100,000 through a bank account scam. The duo reportedly contacted the victim online, claiming his bank account was hacked and coaxing him into two payments, including an initial $50,000 and a subsequent request… The post New Jersey Duo Arrested in Alleged $100K Bank Account Scam appeared first on Coast News Today.

The PigDog Beach Volleyball Classic is set to return to the Wildwoods beaches on June 7th and 8th, offering competitive volleyball for all ages and skill levels. Featuring divisions from recreational to top-tier, and accommodating both doubles and teams of four, the event welcomes players from youth through adult. Spectators can enjoy the action for… The post Wildwoods to Host Annual PigDog Beach Volleyball Classic appeared first on Coast News Today.

The legendary rock band Heart is appealing for the return of two stolen instruments, a custom purple sparkle baritone Telecaster guitar belonging to Nancy Wilson and a vintage 1966 Gibson EM-50 mandolin, which were taken from their setup at Atlantic City’s Hard Rock Hotel & Casino just before their May 31st tour launch. The band… The post Heartbroken Heart: Stolen Instruments Mar Tour Launch in Atlantic City appeared first on Coast News Today.

More than 3,000 New Jersey law enforcement officers will participate in the 42nd Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run on Friday, carrying the “Flame of Hope” across 26 routes to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics New Jersey. This annual event, which began in 1984 after an officer was inspired by Special Olympics athletes, is… The post NJ Law Enforcement Prepares for 42nd Annual Special Olympics Torch Run appeared first on Coast News Today.

The Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum is set to receive a former Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II+ jet, renowned for its vertical takeoff and landing capabilities, on loan from the National Naval Aviation Museum. This acquisition is part of a Navy and Marine Corps initiative to place retiring Harriers in museums, honoring those who… The post Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum to Exhibit Iconic Harrier Jet appeared first on Coast News Today.

West Wildwood’s police department is facing a critical juncture, with a recent report suggesting options including disbandment due to chronic understaffing, disorganization, and failure to meet state policies. The New Jersey Association of Chiefs of Police report proposes solutions like shared-service agreements with neighboring towns or internal reforms such as new recruitment and training initiatives.… The post West Wildwood Police Face Potential Disbandment Amid Staffing and Policy Failures appeared first on Coast News Today.

A former Atlantic City councilman, Muhammad Zia, has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of witness tampering and terroristic threats. The charges stem from an alleged confrontation during a legal challenge to his eligibility as a councilman, a seat he was later ousted from due to residency issues. Zia, who allegedly threatened a… The post Former AC Councilman Indicted on Witness Tampering appeared first on Coast News Today.

A popular beach camp-out event in Wildwood, New Jersey, was postponed Friday evening due to a tornado watch and the threat of severe thunderstorms. The Wildwood Police Department evacuated campers and dismantled tents for the Morey’s Pier Beach Jam event, which was scheduled to take place all weekend. Morey’s Piers offered discounted hotel rates and… The post Tornado Watch Halts Wildwood Beach Camp-Out appeared first on Coast News Today.