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Former Atlantic County Officer Charged in Sexual Assault of Inmate
A former Atlantic County corrections officer is facing sexual assault charges after investigators say DNA evidence linked him to an attack on an inmate. Court documents allege 24-year-old Sebastian Flores-Huamani entered the woman’s cell while on duty and remained off-camera for several minutes during the incident. Flores-Huamani, who is no longer employed by the jail,… The post Former Atlantic County Officer Charged in Sexual Assault of Inmate appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Severe Cold Triggers Code Blue Alerts Across New Jersey
Freezing temperatures have prompted officials across New Jersey to issue Code Blue alerts, authorizing emergency shelter and warming centers for vulnerable residents. While declarations in Atlantic, Camden, and Mercer counties run through today, alerts in Essex and Hudson counties have been extended through December 7th and 9th, respectively. Residents can locate open facilities, including libraries… The post Severe Cold Triggers Code Blue Alerts Across New Jersey appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Ocean City Council Reconsiders Vote on Wonderland Pier Redevelopment
Ocean City officials are set to vote again today on a redevelopment designation for the shuttered Wonderland Pier site, a measure they previously rejected in August. Developer Eustice Mita and local merchants are urging the council to approve the step, arguing that a proposed $170 million resort is necessary to support struggling boardwalk businesses. While… The post Ocean City Council Reconsiders Vote on Wonderland Pier Redevelopment appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Judge Orders Mental Health Treatment for Former Congressional Aide Accused of Staging Attack
A federal judge has ordered inpatient mental health treatment for Natalie Greene, the former aide to Representative Jeff Van Drew accused of staging a violent political attack on herself. Prosecutors allege Greene conspired with a friend and a body modification artist to fake the July 2025 assault, during which she was found bound and marked… The post Judge Orders Mental Health Treatment for Former Congressional Aide Accused of Staging Attack appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Atlantic County Man Sentenced for Sexual Assaults
An Atlantic County man, Jose Castro-Vega, has been sentenced to 18 years in state prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting and having inappropriate contact with multiple minors. The 60-year-old Pleasantville resident was sentenced on convictions including aggravated sexual assault and sexual assault and will not be eligible for parole. Authorities stated that Castro-Vega admitted… The post Atlantic County Man Sentenced for Sexual Assaults appeared first on Coast News Today.