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12/08/2025

WILDWOOD POLICE: The 300 W block of Glenwood Ave is shut down due to a structure fire. Access to West Wildwood can be obtained via Magnolia to Lake Ave

11/08/2025

For Immediate Release – August 11, 2025

Cape May Court House, New Jersey - Cape May Court House, NJ – Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Middle Township Police Chief Tracey Super announce the arrest of Harold Perez, 34, of the Green Creek section of Middle Township, following a multi-agency investigation into the distribution of controlled dangerous substances.

On August 11, 2025, the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office Gangs, Guns, and Narcotics Task Force, in cooperation with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Cape May County Regional SWAT Team executed court-authorized search warrants on several residences and a motor vehicle associated with Perez.

As a result of the searches, law enforcement seized approximately 2,100 bags of he**in, over one-half ounce of co***ne, a R***r handgun, drug paraphernalia consistent with distribution, approximately $10,000 in U.S. currency. Investigators also recovered additional evidence indicating Perez was operating a drug manufacturing facility.

Harold Perez was charged with Maintaining a Narcotics Manufacturing Facility, a crime of the First Degree; Possession with the intent to Distribute of He**in, a crime of the First Degree; Possession with Intent to Distribute Co***ne, a crime of the Second Degree; Possession of a Firearm while Committing a Drug Offense, a crime of the Second Degree; Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a crime of the Second Degree; Conspiracy to Distribute He**in, a crime of the Second Degree; Possession of He**in, a crime of the Third Degree; Possession of Co***ne, a crime of the Third
Degree; Transport or Possess Property Derived from Criminal Activity, a crime of the Third Degree; Hindering Apprehension, a crime of the Third Degree and the Distribution of Drug Paraphernalia, a crime of the fourth Degree.

Harold Perez was processed and lodged in the Cape May County Correctional Facility pending Court proceedings.

Under New Jersey law, individuals convicted of a first-degree crime face a prison sentence of 10 to 20 years in New Jersey State Prison.

Prosecutor Sutherland emphasized the commitment of his office to aggressively target individuals involved in the distribution of illegal narcotics and the unlawful possession of fi****ms. “We will continue to collaborate closely with our federal, state, and local law enforcement partners to combat the spread of dangerous drugs and protect our communities,” said Prosecutor Sutherland.
“We encourage all residents to report suspicious or criminal activity. Together, we can ensure Cape May County remains a safe place to live and visit.”

Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is urged to contact the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-465-1135 or report tips anonymously at cmcpo.tips.

09/08/2025

A bomb threat on Friday afternoon brought police and K-9 units to the same block of the Wildwood Boardwalk as a pizzeria that has attracted outrage online for displaying alleged N**i imagery.

The Wildwood Police Department received a call at 3:24 p.m. about the threat, which targeted an unnamed business on the 3300 block of the boardwalk.

The Wildwood Police Department said the threat was made to an unnamed business sitting on the same block as Franconi's Pizza.

31/07/2025

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED
The Cape May Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying the individual pictured above. She was involved in an incident that occurred on the Washington Street Mall and may have information that could assist in the ongoing investigation.

Anyone who can identify this individual or has relevant information is urged to contact the Cape May Police Department Detective Division at 609-884-9500.

Your cooperation is appreciated.

31/07/2025

WILDWOOD POLICE: Periodic Lane Closures on Rio Grande Ave from Wawa to George Redding Bridge from 8am-12pm today. Use Caution.

26/07/2025

...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1245 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of southern New Jersey, including the following county, Cape May.

* WHEN...Until 1245 AM EDT.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 945 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area with standing water in some low lying areas and intersections being reported. Rainfall is slow to drain with it being around high tide. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Cape May, West Cape May and North Cape May. -

10/07/2025

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING ISSUED

An intense line of thunderstorms are approaching our area. Arrival will be around 10pm, depending on your area. Some of these cells are capable of producing heavy rains and may cause flooding. Be mindful of where you are parked.DEE

09/07/2025

Severe Thunderstorm Watch until midnight. Flood Watch (2-3 inches/hr possible) until late tonight.

08/07/2025

Flood watch and Severe Thunderstorm watch: Widespread rain and thunderstorms may cause rainfall rates of up to 2 inches per hour or more will be possible, leading to flash flooding. Storms are 80+ miles to our NW as of now

02/07/2025

For Immediate Release – July 2, 2025

Cape May Court House, New Jersey - Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Chief Kevin Lewis of the Lower Township Police Department announce the arrest of Rayvon Knight, 34, a resident of the Villas section of Lower Township, NJ.

On June 30, 2025, the Lower Township Police Department received a report of a possible sexual assault of a minor. On this same date, the Lower Township Police Department and the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit initiated an investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Rayvon Knight was arrested and charged with one count of Sexual Assault, a crime of the second degree, and one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a crime of the second degree. Knight was processed and is currently being held at the Cape May County Correctional Center, pending further court proceedings.

A person convicted of a second-degree crime typically carries a sentencing range of 5 to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison and is subject to the provisions of the No Early Release Act.

Prosecutor Sutherland urges anyone with additional information regarding this case to contact the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit at 609-465-1135, submit an anonymous tip through the Prosecutor’s Office website at cmcpo.tips, or use the Cape May County Sheriff’s Tip Line at cmcsheriff.net by clicking on “anonymous tip.”'

*Any charges are merely accusations, and the defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

02/07/2025

UPDATE: We are seeing traffic flowing again on 347.

347 is closed due to a sinkhole. Traffic is being re-routed along 47. The sinkhole is reported to be at East Creek Pond and repairs are expected to be completed before tomorrow.

02/07/2025

Round 2.