The Township of Hamilton Police Department would like to remind residents of 3 easy tips to keep your vehicles and valuables safe and help reduce the chance of becoming the victim of a motor vehicle burglary: 1) Lock your vehicle doors. 2) Park in well-lit areas if possible. 3) Do not leave valuables in plain…
A fire broke out on Wednesday night in Hamilton Township. Police and fire officials responded to the 1500 block of Pinehurst Ave for the report of a structure fire. Upon arrival they found the rear of the residence burning, however fire personnel quickly arrived on scene and extinguished the fire. The house is abandoned and…
Residents of the Township of Hamilton may notice an increased police presence in the Laureldale section, in the area of the Atlantic City Expressway. The New Jersey State Police is investigating a motor vehicle crash that occurred on the Expressway, where an occupant of the vehicle fled the scene on foot. The Township of Hamilton…
A two vehicle crash in Hamilton Township sent two to the hospital. Police say the accident took place on Wednesday at 2:48 p.m. at 4215 Black Horse Pike. It was determined by police that Mohsen Kiriakos, of Egg Harbor Township, drove through a red light and caused an accident with Alicia Riddick, of Pleasantville, Both…
A McDonald’s was robbed in Hamilton Township and police are seeking clues into the incident. The burglary took place on Tuesday around 4:07 p.m. at the 6048 Harding Highway location. It was determined that an undetermined amount of cash was taken. Anyone with information is asked to call 609-625-2700 x570.
A woman’s vehicle was struck by a man who ran a stop sign and then she was hit by another vehicle when she left that vehicle because it was smoking. Barbara Keowen, of Mays Landing was taken to an area hospital for treatment of her injuries. John Payne, 18, ran the stop sign at Dehirsch…
A man was shot to death on Christmas Eve in Hamilton Township. Marquis Smith, of Trenton, was pronounced dead after being transported to an area hospital. Autopsy results have not yet been released. An investigation is on-going.
A man called in a false police report and could have created the use of deadly force by police in Hamilton Township. Police there say they were called on Tuesday night about an armed robbery. Dispatch couldn’t get the identity of the caller and when they arrived at the Evergreen apartment complex they found a…
A pair of men are wanted in for residential burglaries in Hamilton Township. Police there say they are searching for Aaron Mason, 20, and Dewitt Johnson, 20, both of Philadelphia. All of the victims reported that the unknown persons forced entry into their residence and removed valuables. Also, a motor vehicle was recovered a few…
A hit and run crash ended with police discovering a driver was under the influence. Hamilton Township Police responded to County Route 552 and Pittsburg Ave. on Monday afternoon. Brian Waechter, of Bridgeton was eventually charged with driving while intoxicated, with additional charges pending. The victim, Sonya Ivanovs, of Millville, was wearing a seat belt…