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Linwood Man Faces Aggravated Assault Charges on Police Officer; K-9 Dog

January 23, 2015, 5:30 pm
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ATLANTIC COUNTY —A Linwood man was indicted today in connection with the assault on an Atlantic City police officer in 2013, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
This morning, Tuesday, January 20, 2015, an Atlantic County Grand Jury indicted David Connor Castellani, 22, of the 1000 block of Woodland Boulevard, Linwood, NJ, on three (3) criminal counts in connection with the June 15, 2013 assault of an Atlantic City Police Officer while the officer was in the performance of his duties. Castellani was indicted for:
  • Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer—a crime of the3rd degree, Resisting Arrest with threats or use of force or violence—a 3rd degree crime, and Inflicting Harm on a Law Enforcement Animal—a 4th degree crime. 

On June 15, 2013 at approximately 2:40 a.m., Atlantic City police officers were called to Tropicana Casino for a report of violent and disorderly behavior. After arrival, David Castellani was issued a summons complaint for disorderly conduct, and released. 

The State alleges that Castellani was on foot on Morris Avenue a short time later, when he threatened and used force against Atlantic City Police Officer Darrin Lorady, resisted the efforts of Lorady and additional police officers to effect his arrest, and purposely inflicted harm upon the Atlantic City police K-9 dog that was deployed to assist in that arrest. 

Castellani was subdued, arrested, charged for the offenses, and later released on his own recognizance. 

Today, the Grand Jury returned a true bill on all three counts.

Pursuant to an internal affairs complaint filed by David Connor Castellani, the Grand Jury was also presented evidence relating to the propriety of police use of force used during the arrest. The Grand Jury declined to indict the officers on any charges.

Due to the fact that an indictment has been returned against Mr. Castellani, the New Jersey Judiciary Rules of Professional Conduct—specifically RPC 3.6 and 3.8(f)— preclude this office from making any further comment on the factual circumstances which resulted in the grand jury’s decision to charge Mr. Castellani and to not charge any of the officers involved in the incident.

The only further comment that this agency can make at this time is that the grand jury heard all relevant evidence regarding this matter and received the proper instructions regarding the law governing the use of force by police officers.

A crime of the 3rd degree carries a potential sentence of 3 to 5 years of incarceration in New Jersey State prison. A 4th degree crime carries a potential prison sentence not to exceed 18 months.

First Assistant Prosecutor Diane Ruberton represents the State in the matter.

This charge is merely an accusation and not proof of guilt. In all criminal cases, a charged defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at http://www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime Stoppers Website at http://www.crimestoppersatlantic.com/. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those who commit crimes in Atlantic County.
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Atlantic City Police Officer Pled Guilty to Official Misconduct; Sexual Assault on Teenager

January 23, 2015, 5:47 pm
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MAYS LANDING – An Atlantic City Police officer pled guilty today to official misconduct for exploiting his position as a police officer in order to sexually assault a child, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
On Monday, May 19, 2014, as a result of an investigation by the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit, with the assistance of the Atlantic City Police Department, Atlantic City Police officer Andre L. Corbin, 44, of Northridge Drive, Mays Landing, was arrested without incident in Atlantic City.

Corbin was charged with two (2) counts of Official Misconduct, two (2) counts of Sexual Assault, and one (1) count each of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Criminal Sexual Contact.
The charges specified that Corbin committed acts related to his office that constituted unauthorized use of his official position as a police officer in order to obtain benefit for himself, specifically sexual acts with a child. The State alleges that, while performing his official duties, Corbin committed the acts against a 16-year-old female victim.
Today, Corbin waived presentation of the case to a Grand Jury and pled guilty to the accusation. In accordance with a plea agreement, Crobin pled guilty before Atlantic County Superior Court Judge Michael A. Donio to (1) one count of Official Misconduct and one (1) count of Sexual Assault—both crimes of the 2nd degree.
Corbin admitted in Court to using Facetime to transmit an image of his penis while in his police uniform, and to meeting the victim between January and August of 2013 and committing sexual assault by oral and digital penetration of the underage female, while being a police officer with supervisory power over the victim.
At the request of the State, Judge Donio signed an order forfeiting Corbin’s current employment as a police officer, and forever disqualifying him from holding any future public office.
A 2nd degree crime carries a potential penalty of incarceration in New Jersey State Prison for 5-10 years.
First Assistant Prosecutor Diane Ruberton represents the State in the case.
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Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at http://www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime Stoppers Website at http://www.crimestoppersatlantic.com/. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those who commit crimes in Atlantic County.
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Ventnor Man Convicted of Murder for Fatal Shooting Eight Years Ago

January 24, 2015, 3:03 pm
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MAYS LANDING – A Ventnor man was convicted of murder in Atlantic County Superior Court for the fatal shooting eight (8) years ago of an Atlantic City man, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
Today, an Atlantic County jury found Laquay Williams, 36, of Ventnor, NJ, guilty of murder and three weapons possession charges for the 2006 shooting death of Atlantic City resident Jerrod Moss, 20, whose body was found in an Atlantic City parking lot.
On December 29, 2006, after 4:00 a.m., Atlantic City Police and the Atlantic County Major Crimes Unit responded to a New York Avenue parking lot for the report of a shooting. Jerrod Moss was found lying in a parking lot, the victim of a gunshot wound to the head. Moss was pronounced dead at the scene.

On February 14, 2013, at the conclusion of an intensive six-year-long homicide investigation conducted by Major Crimes detectives, Prosecutor McClain authorized charges against Williams for murder, felony murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and weapons offenses.
Williams was served the arrest warrant a week later at New Jersey State Prison in Trenton, where he was serving a prison sentence on an unrelated matter. Atlantic County Superior Court Judge Bernard E. DeLury set bail on these charges at $1 million.
On September 18, 2013, an Atlantic County Grand Jury indicted Williams on four criminal counts: murder, and three (3) weapons offenses.

Today, an Atlantic County jury deliberated for two (2) hours before returning the verdict of guilty on all four criminal charges:
  • Murder, a crime of the 1st degree,
  • Possession of a Firearm for an Unlawful Purpose—a 2nd degree crime, 
  • Unlawful Possession of a Weapon—a 2nd degree crime, and Possession of a Weapon by a Convicted Felon—a 2nd degree crime.

Williams remains in custody, and will be sentenced by Judge DeLury on March 5, 2015.
The murder conviction carries a sentence of life imprisonment in State Prison with a minimum of 30 years without parole. Pursuant to the No Early Release Act (NERA), 85% of the sentence must be served before becoming eligible for parole.
The three weapons possession charges are 2nd degree crimes that carry potential penalties of 5-10 years imprisonment.
Assistant Prosecutor Richard McKelvey, who represented the State in the case, said in his closing remarks that Williams, “killed because he thought he could get away with it. Because the code of the streets would protect him.” McKelvey said, “Eight years have gone by, but even when we think we’re through with the past, the past ain’t through with us. And today is about the past coming and calling on” the defendant.
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Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at http://www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime Stoppers Website at http://www.crimestoppersatlantic.com/. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those who commit crimes in Atlantic County.
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Two Juveniles Robbed at Gunpoint in Galloway for Sneakers and Cell Phone

January 26, 2015, 4:40 pm
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On Saturday, January 24, 2015, at approximately 10:00 p.m., two juveniles were robbed at gun point on the 400 block of Ebony Tree Lane, Galloway Township.  

Three pairs of Nike sneakers and a cell phone were taken during the robbery. Two suspects, one armed with a small black or silver handgun described as tall thin Hispanic male 17-20 years held the victim at gunpoint while taking the sneakers.  

Second suspect was the driver, no description available.  Suspects fled in a light blue colored Toyota Solara.  

Anyone with information is asked to contact DSgt. John Kelly, Galloway Township Police Department (609) 652-3705 x321, Atlantic County Crime Stoppers 609-652-1234 or Galloway Township Facebook.   
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Galloway Police Arrest Two in Robbery of Teenager

January 27, 2015, 9:02 am
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On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 2:55 p.m., Galloway Township Police responded to the area of Liberty Court in reference to the report of a strong arm robbery.  

Upon arrival police met with the 16-year old male victim who stated while walking home from school he was approached by two males on Liberty Court.  The 17-year old suspect grabbed the victim from behind in a bear hug pinning down the victim’s arms.  

The 18-year old suspect told the victim not to say anything and ran through his pockets stealing his wallet that contained approximately $200 in cash.

Police obtained a description of the suspects from the victim and quickly located Jemil Newsome in the area of Colonial Court.  Newsome was positively identified by the victim and was taken into custody.  

Upon further investigation police identified the 17-year old male who was also taken into custody.


With the assistance of a Galloway Township K-9 Unit the victim’s wallet was located in the area where the robbery occurred.  A portion of the stolen money was also located in Newsome’s possession.  

Newsome was charged with robbery and lodged in The Atlantic County Justice Facility on $50,000 bail.  

The 17-year old juvenile male was also charged with robbery and released to his mother.  

The case is being investigated by Detective Casey and Officer Lopez.
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Galloway Township Police Dept. Blotter January 11-18, 2015

January 29, 2015, 3:24 pm
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Galloway Township Police responded to 1051 calls for service during January 11, 2015 through January 18, 2015.


Additional statistics include: 3 Burglaries, 16 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 121 Tickets issued, 0 Driving While Intoxicated, 20 Arrests,10 Domestic Violence, 16 Fire Calls, 91 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.

Burglaries:
500 Block of East Brook Lane
100 Block of Leeds Point Road
Jersey Woods Road

Arrests:
Colleen E. Galloway, 20, of Galloway was arrested by Officer Butler for Possession of 50 grams or less of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia on January 15th.

Juvenile: None

Per Galloway Township Police Department, persons listed here as arrestees are considered innocent until or unless otherwise adjudicated otherwise in court.  

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Local FBI Employee Arrested for Child Pornography; Possession and Distribution

January 29, 2015, 6:53 pm
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On January 13, 2015, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced the arrest of Michael J. Peluso, 44, of Toms River, NJ, for the Possession and Distribution of images of children under the age of 18 engaged in prohibited sexual acts.

According to documents released, Peluso has been identified as an employee of the US Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation. Peluso is listed as a Civilian Analyst - MST; an undercover unit in the FBI under the Critical Incident Response Group. 

The Ocean County High Tech Crime Unit, with assistance from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations, Toms River Police Department and the New Jersey State Police, executed a search warrant at 2149 South Street, Toms River, NJ.  

In December of 2014, a referral was received from the Glendale Heights Police Dept. in Illinois.  A detective at that agency was conducting a proactive investigation for child pornography distribution on the Internet when he discovered a client who was using software to mask their IP address to appear as though they were in Illinois.  

Upon further investigation, it was revealed that the subject was operating in Toms River.  

The case was then referred to the Ocean County Prosecutors’ Office HTCU as part of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.  HTCU detectives continued the investigation which culminated in the search this morning.

A search of the computer evidence at the residence by the partnering agencies found Peluso to be possessing and sharing several hundred images of Child Pornography.  As a result of the search, Michael J. Peluso was arrested.  Charges for Possession and Distribution of Child Pornography were approved by Assistant Prosecutor Hillary Bryce.  

Bail was set at $75000 no 10% by Judge Francis R. Hodgson Jr.,J.S.C.

The media and the public are reminded that criminal charges are merely accusations and that these defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.


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Galloway Police Blotter January 18 - 24, 2015

February 1, 2015, 8:53 am
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Galloway Township Police responded to 921 calls for service during January 18, 2015 through January 24, 2015.


Additional statistics include: 0 Burglaries, 22 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 124 Tickets issued, 2 Driving While Intoxicated, 35 Arrests,10 Domestic Violence, 16 Fire Calls, 87 EMS Calls and 0 Juvenile calls.

ARRESTS:
Katherine J Merlock, 27, of Manchester, NJ, was arrested for DWI, possession of CDS, and Possession of Hypodermic Needle by Ofc. Pat Neal on Jan 18. 
Kenshaba T Kelly, 32, of Galloway was arrested for DWI by Ofc Steve Garrison on Jan 19.
Joana M Queiros, 26, of Galloway was arrested for Theft by Ofc Scott Winneberger on Jan 19.
Nicole C Marchio, 26, of Galloway, was arrested for Possession of more than 50 grams of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute, Possession of CDS with Intent to Distribute, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by Ofc. Ronald Gorneau on Jan 20.
Charles F Miller Jr, 45 of Somers Point, was arrested for Possession of CDS with Intent to Distribute, Possession of more than 50 grams of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by Ofc. Ronald Gorneau on Jan 20.
Jay Edleman, 57, of Galloway was arrested for Possession of less than 50 grams of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by Ofc. Pat Neal on Jan 21.
Randolph L Earle, 31, of North Babylon, NY was arrested for Criminal Attempt, 2 counts of Burglary, and 2 counts of Theft by Det. Jason Kiamos on Jan 21.
Elise Fogarty, 27, of North Babylon, NY was arrested for Fraudulent Use of Credit Cards, 2 counts of Burglary, and 2 counts of Theft by Det. Jason Kiamos on Jan 21.
Joshua L Schoff, 28, of Galloway was arrested for Possession of CDS and Possession of Hypodermic Needle by Ofc. Pat Neal on Jan 22.
Emily A Walker, 24, of Ventnor was arrested for Possession of less than 50 grams of Marijuana by Ofc. Jacqueline Crocker on Jan 22.
Kenneth C Morgan, 46, of Hamilton Twp was arrested for Theft by Ofc. William Schroer on Jan23.
Joseph M Kehoe, 28, of Galloway was arrested for Theft by Det. Brian Casey on Jan 24.
Matthew F Morenz, 21, of Cliffwood was arrested for Defiant Trespass, Obstruction of Justice by Ofc Justin Butler on Jan 24.
Blaise T Sardanelli, 20, of Toms River was arrested for Defiant Trespass, Obstructing Justice and Underage Drinking by Ofc. Raymond Casanova on Jan 24.



Per Galloway Township Police Department, persons listed here as arrestees are considered innocent until or unless otherwise adjudicated otherwise in court.  
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Warning Issued on Dangerous Batch of Heroin Released in Atlantic County

February 1, 2015, 9:06 am
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ATLANTIC COUNTY – The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office is alerting the public to a particularly dangerous batch of heroin that may be responsible for as many as five (5) heroin overdoses in Atlantic County today, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
The bags containing the heroin believed to have caused the overdoses are stamped in purple lettering:
“1 Stop”
Heroin bags with the above stamp are linked to several of the overdose cases, including one that resulted in death, although determination with certainty of the cause of death is pending toxicological analysis. The other victims survived.

The overdoses occurred in different municipalities within the County: in Atlantic City and at mainland locations. This alert is directed to all citizens of Atlantic County.
Those who see someone who appears to be in medical distress should call 9-1-1.
Prosecutor McClain reminds the public that New Jersey’s Overdose Prevention Act ensures that those who seek help for themselves or others experiencing an overdose is immune from arrest, charges, prosecution, or conviction “for obtaining, possessing, using, being under the influence of, or failing to make lawful disposition of,” drugs.
The purpose of this alert is to save lives.

Anyone with information that may help the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office locate the source of this heroin and prevent further overdose victims are asked to contact us at 609-909-7666.
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Township Clerk, Officials Under State Investigation For Allegedly Lying About Existence of Records

February 2, 2015, 5:13 am
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A former New Jersey resident and transparency government activist Harry Scheeler has filed two separate complaints against Acting Clerk Kelli Danieli, Township Solicitor Michael Fitzgerald, and another Attorney assigned to the Township to defend a lawsuit. 

The complaints filed with the Government Records Council (GRC), allege the Township violated Scheeler's right under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) by intentionally withholding a lawsuit settlement agreement made between the Township and former Township Manager Stephen Bonanni. The settlement was approved by Township Council in November 2014 for $92,000. 

Scheeler alleges in the complaints that on two separate occasions he filed an OPRA request for the settlement agreement and the Township denied the release of the agreement by continually stating the agreement was never executed, which Scheeler claims the Township lied.

According to the settlement agreement, once released by the Township, Bonanni executed the agreement on November 4, 2014, sixteen days prior to Scheeler's first OPRA request.

On December 22, 2014, Scheeler filed his second OPRA request for the same document and Acting Township Clerk Kelli Danieli responded again stating the agreement had not been executed. Scheeler alleged in his second complaint that the Township again lied and intentionally withheld the document. 

Regarding the first complaint filed, Township Manager Susan Jacobucci stated, "there was no basis for the complaint" that was filed by Scheeler. 

Township Solicitor Michael Fitzgerald stated, "Pursuant to the instructions of the defense counsel, there were issues which needed to be resolved before the settlement became  final. The document may have been "executed" by Bonanni, but that was only part of the settlement and it remained only tentative until all issues were resolved."

Fitzgerald later stated in an email to Scheeler that the Acting Clerk, "relied upon the prior legal advice that the settlement was not final. Saying that the settlement was "unsigned" was a misunderstanding and wrong, but it wasn't intentional." Fitzgerald further requested Scheeler withdraw his complaint. 

A Township Official further acknowledged the dispute between Scheeler and the Township regarding the release of the documents and stated it was their understanding that the Township Solicitor was at fault for the discrepancy and would work towards correctly the issue moving forward.

Scheeler stated, "OPRA has 24 exemptions. Outside of these exemptions the government can not for any reason withhold a document from the public. After confronting the township with the fact I had knowledge Bonanni was in fact paid they finally released the settlement."

"The settlement clearly showed it was in fact executed prior to the dates which I requested them. Had the clerk just denied the document and claimed an exemption this would have been an unlawful denial complaint" Scheeler stated. 

Scheeler further stated, "Because the clerk attempted to deliberately conceal the document the GRC must impose a fine which the clerk must pay not the taxpayers. Again we have a situation in Galloway where the government acted inappropriately and instead of just admitting wrong doing they are going to spend tax payer money to defend actions that were not permitted under law."

Scheeler requested the Government Records Council fine any of the parties involved responsible for the deliberate and intentional withholding of the agreement. If the GRC determines any of the parties intentionally violated OPRA and charges a fine, the cost of the fine is $1,000.
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Woman Convicted of Vehicular Homicide After 2012 Crash that Killed Husband

February 2, 2015, 5:14 am
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MAYS LANDING – A New Hampshire woman was convicted of vehicular homicide in connection with a 2012 single-vehicle crash in Pleasantville that claimed the life of her husband, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced today.
Today, an Atlantic County jury found Allison Hawks Nasta, 31, of the 300 block of Varney Street, Manchester, New Hampshire, guilty of vehicular homicide and two additional charges.
Shortly before 1:00 p.m. on Aug. 28, 2012, Nasta was driving her minivan westbound on the Black Horse Pike between Chestnut Avenue and Route 9 in Pleasantville, when she crossed two lanes of traffic and collided head-on with a utility pole.

Nasta’s husband, William Nasta, 34, who was the front-seat passenger, was transported to the AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center—City Division, where he died of his injuries.
The couple’s two daughters, a 5-year-old and a 3-month-old—who was in an infant car seat—were in the backseat. Allison Nasta and the children sustained non-life threatening injuries and were also transported to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center— City Campus for treatment.
The investigation of the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Fatal Collision Unit and the Pleasantville Police Department led to Nasta’s arrest the next day at the hospital. Nasta was charged on criminal complaints with operating a motor vehicle while her driver’s license was suspended, resulting in the death of another person, hindering her own apprehension by providing a false name to investigators, obstruction of justice, and with numerous New Jersey motor vehicle law violations, including reckless driving, driving while suspended, and operating a motor vehicle while in possession of narcotics.
Nasta was released on the summon complaints.
On July 31, 2013, as a result of the continuing investigation, Nasta was charged by the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office with vehicular homicide, by driving a vehicle recklessly and causing the death of William Nasta.
Bail was set by Atlantic County Superior Court Judge Kyran Connor at $50,000 full cash. Nasta subsequently posted bail, and has been free pending court.
On September 19, 2013, an Atlantic County Grand Jury indicted Allison Hawks Nasta for vehicular homicide and additional criminal counts.

Today, after a six-day trial before Atlantic County Superior Court Judge Albert Garofolo, an Atlantic County Grand Jury returned a guilty verdict for:
  • Vehicular homicide—a crime of the 2nd degree, 
  • Operating a motor vehicle while her driver’s license was suspended and causing a motor vehicle accident which resulted in serious bodily injury—a 3rd degree crime, and
  • Possession of heroin—a 3rd degree crime. 

Assistant Prosecutor Seth Levy, who represented the State in the case, told the jury during his closing arguments that the State found opiates in Nasta’s system and observed her “21⁄2 hours [after the accident with] red eyes, slurred speech, nodding off.” 
Levy said, “I told you that this case was about priorities. About the defendant’s choices: to use drugs, to get high, and to drive...The evidence proves these facts again and again: Allison Nasta got high, drove recklessly—speeding across two lanes of traffic, and did not try to avoid slamming into a pole; in fact, she sped into it.” 
After the jury returned its verdict, and upon application by Assistant Prosecutor Levy, Judge Garofolo revoked Nasta’s bail and ordered her taken into custody and housed in the Atlantic County Justice Facility pending sentencing. 
A second degree crime carries a potential penalty of incarceration in New Jersey State prison for a period of 5-10 years. The vehicular homicide conviction is subject to New Jersey’s No Early Release Act (NERA), requiring that 85% of the imposed prison sentence be served before becoming eligible for parole. A crime of the third degree carries a potential penalty of 3-5 years in prison. 
Nasta will be sentenced by Judge Garofolo on March 6, 2015. 
Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at http://www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime Stoppers Website at http://www.crimestoppersatlantic.com/. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those who commit crimes in Atlantic County. 
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Second Fatality; Second Brand Reported in Heroin Overdoses in Atlantic & Cumberland County

February 2, 2015, 8:19 pm
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ATLANTIC COUNTY – The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office alerted the public Saturday evening to a high number of suspected heroin overdoses on that day, and of a heroin brand, stamped “1 Stop,” in purple, linked to some of the incidents.
Since then, the reported number of suspected heroin overdoses during the weekend increased to approximately one dozen (12) confirmed in Atlantic County—including a second fatality, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain said
It has also been reported that, during the same weekend, approximately twenty (20) overdoses in total were treated at three local South Jersey hospitals that serve both Atlantic and Cumberland Counties.

Two different stamped brands were located at some of the overdose scenes in Atlantic County. In addition to the brand reported over the weekend, with bags stamped in purple lettering:
“1 Stop”
a second brand, stamped:
“hunger games”
has been found at some incident scenes. Preliminary reports have linked both brands to overdoses in which victims survived, and to the fatalities, although the determination with certainty of the sources of the heroin and the cause of death are pending further investigation and toxicological analysis.
The Atlantic County overdoses occurred both in Atlantic City and in mainland municipalities.
This alert is directed to all citizens. Those who see someone who appears to be in medical distress should call 9-1-1.
Prosecutor McClain reminds the public that New Jersey’s Overdose Prevention Act ensures that those who seek help for themselves or others experiencing an overdose is immune from arrest, charges, prosecution, or conviction “for obtaining, possessing, using, being under the influence of, or failing to make lawful disposition of,” drugs.
The purpose of this alert is to save lives.

Anyone with information that may help the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office locate the source of this heroin and prevent further overdose victims are asked to contact us at 609-909-7666.
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Man Charged with DWI After Crashing into Tree on Route 9 in Galloway

February 4, 2015, 4:30 pm
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On Wednesday, February 04, 2015 Galloway Police responded to the area of Route 9 and Somerstown Lane in reference to the report of a motor vehicle that crashed into a tree.  

Upon police arrival Robert Price, 32, of Egg Harbor Township was seated in the vehicle and appeared disoriented.  Price was initially treated on scene by The Galloway Township Ambulance Squad before being transported to Atlanticare Regional Medical Center for further treatment.

The initial investigation reveals that Robert Price was traveling south bound on Route 9 in the area of Somerstown Lane when his 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt traveled across the center line and into oncoming traffic.  

Price drove through several bushes before striking a tree and coming to rest on the side of the roadway.  Traffic was delayed for approximately 45 minutes while the vehicle was removed from the roadway.  


Price was charged with driving while intoxicated as well as multiple other motor vehicle violations.  He was released pending a future court date.  

This case is currently being investigated by Officer Paul Smith.
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Death of Atlantic City Man Ruled Homicide; Gunshot Wound to Chest

February 5, 2015, 5:15 am
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ATLANTIC CITY – The death of the 61-year-old Atlantic City man found dead Saturday in his home has been ruled a homicide, Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
The Atlantic City Police Department responded at approximately shortly after midnight, Saturday, January 31, 2015, to a residence on North Bellevue Avenue, Atlantic City.
Upon arrival, police found Kenneth Moore, 61, dead in his home on N. Bellevue Avenue.
An autopsy determined yesterday that the death is a homicide, from a gunshot wound to the chest.

The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office and the Atlantic City Police Department continue the investigation.
Anyone with information about this death is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit at 609-909-7666. Witnesses may also contact the Atlantic City Police Department Investigations Division at (609)-347-5766.

Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at http://www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime Stoppers Website at http://www.crimestoppersatlantic.com/. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those who commit crimes in Atlantic County.
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Driver Charged with DWI, Reckless Driving in Serious Accident on Moss Mill Road

February 5, 2015, 3:58 pm
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On February 4, 2015 at 10:01 p.m., a 2007 Jeep Wrangler left the roadway striking a utility pool causing the vehicle to overturn on West Moss Mill Road just west of Prague Ave.  

The only occupant in the vehicle was the driver, a 47 year-old male from Mays Landing.  He was airlifted by helicopter to the Atlanticare Center City Division Trauma Center with moderate injuries.  

The male needed to be extricated from the vehicle by the Germania and Pomona Fire Companies.  The male has been charged with DWI, Reckless driving and with making an unsafe lane change.  

The accident is being investigated by K-9 Officer Kevin Welsh.        
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Burglar Caught by Galloway Police after Brief Foot Pursuit

February 5, 2015, 4:12 pm
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On February 4, 2015 at 11:10 pm, Galloway Police responded to a business alarm at the Dollar General Store in the Smithville section of Galloway Township at 45 South New York Road.  

Upon police arrival Patrol Officer Dan Weigle discovered the back door to the business was damaged and entry was gained to the building.  

The suspect, Daniel Maddelin, a 48-year-old male from Mays Landing, fled the business out another back door and was  arrested by Officer Weigle after a brief foot pursuit.  

Maddelin was charged with burglary, resisting arrest, criminal mischief and for being in possession of burglar tools.  

Bail was set by Judge Freed at $50,000 full cash bail.  Maddelin was lodged in the Atlantic County Justice Facility in Mays Landing.  

The burglary is being investigated by Detective Bryan Casey of the Galloway Township Police, 609-652-3705 ext. 310.     
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Galloway Police Assist in Drug Arrest and Recovery of Stolen Handgun

February 6, 2015, 4:58 am
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On February 4, 2015 the Atlantic County Prosecutors Office Guns, Gangs and Narcotics Unit, the Galloway Township Police Department Detective Bureau as well as The Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit arrested Caleb Bostic, a 23 year old male of Egg Harbor City on numerous charges following a motor vehicle stop and a subsequent investigation.  

Caleb was found to be in possession of 382 baggies of heroin, a small amount of cocaine and marijuana as well as a loaded .40 caliber Glock handgun.  

The arrest occurred on the 100 block of Philadelphia Ave in Egg Harbor City at approximately 4:00pm.   

Prior to being taken into custody Caleb lead officers on a brief foot pursuit but was quickly apprehended.  

Further investigation revealed that the handgun was found to be stolen out of Vineland City.  

Caleb was lodged in the Atlantic County Jail on $200,000 full cash bail.       
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Absecon Police Dispatcher Charged with DWI in Fatal Pedestrian Accident

February 6, 2015, 5:12 pm
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On February 6, 2014 at 1:34 a.m., Galloway Township Police responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian on Tilton Road, south of Aloe Street.
Alfonso L. Dickerson, 29 of Galloway, was walking southbound on the shoulder of Tilton Road when he was struck. 
Richard F. Doherty, 36 of Galloway was driving a 2011 Hyundai Sonata, also traveling southbound, when he left the lane of travel and struck Dickerson.  
Dickerson was pronounced dead at the scene.  Doherty was taken into custody and charged with DWI.  Further charges are pending the investigation. 

Doherty is the supervisor of telecommunications at the Absecon Police Department and has been employed with the City for approximately 10 years. Doherty is currently suspended with pay pending the investigation. 
The collision is being investigated by A/Patrol Sgt. Ryan Goehringer along with SFC Rich Barber and Ptl. Kevin Costa of the Galloway Township Police Fatal Accident Unit.  
The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office is also assisting with the investigation. 
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Morning Fire of Single Family Home in Galloway Under Investigation

February 6, 2015, 6:04 pm
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On February 6, 2015 at 9:09 a.m., the Galloway Township Police Department responded to the 200 block of East Crestview Avenue for a reported structure fire. 

Upon patrol arrival, the single family residence was fully engulfed and no one was home. Galloway Twp. fire personnel from Bayview, Pomona, Oceanville and South Egg Harbor responded as well as Absecon Fire personnel. 

Galloway Twp. EMS was on scene in case of injury. No injuries were reported. Atlantic County Office of Emergency Management responded. 

The cause of the fire is still under investigation at this time. 
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Hamilton Township Man Arrested with Loaded Handgun and Hollow Point Bullets

February 7, 2015, 1:34 pm
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On February 7, 2015 at 2:27pm, the Township of Hamilton Police responded to Cologne Gardens Apartments for a report of a man who pulled a knife on another person during a dispute.  

Responding officers located a man matching the description of the accused walking on Cologne Avenue near Cologne Gardens.  The accused, Darrell Spencer, age 34, of Mays Landing, discarded a backpack before running across Rt. 322 as officers approached.  

He was taken into custody and the backpack was found to contain a Ruger revolver loaded with hollow point bullets, along with personal property bearing his name.  

Spencer was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purpose, Certain Person Not to Have Weapons, and Possession of Hollow Point Bullets.  

He was remanded to the Atlantic County Justice Facility on $25,000 cash bail.
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