Double Shooting; Philly Police Investigating

PHILADELPHIA, PA (October 3, 2026)–On October 2, 2026, at approximately 8:55p.m., 22nd District officers responded to the 2100 block of Susquehanna Avenue for a report of a shooting.

A 41-year-old male was shot twice in the left leg.

A 20-year-old male was shot once in the back, four times in the right upper torso and once in the right leg.

Police transported both males to Temple University Hospital, where they were listed in stable condition.

No arrests have been made at this time.

This investigation remains active and ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Anyone with information about this incident are asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).

Celebrate National Seafood Month

As we welcome autumn, we also celebrate National Seafood Month! Join us all month long to celebrate sustainable seafood with new feature stories, recipes, videos, and more. There’s a lot to celebrate because—aside from being scrumptious—seafood is good for you, good for the economy, and good for the planet!

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Halloween in the Atlantic City Region

Calling all ghosts, ghouls, and witches! Halloween is creeping into Atlantic City, bringing a lineup of thrilling entertainment, festive parties, and family-friendly experiences to the destination and region. Whether you want to dress up and dance the night away, catch a spooky show, or enjoy some Halloween fun with the family, there are plenty of ways to celebrate.

Congressman Van Drew Leads Federal Response to Nor’easter Disaster

Today, Congressman Van Drew led a tour of South Jersey shore communities impacted by the recent nor’easter to assess storm damage, discuss federal disaster assistance, and review long-term coastal protection needs. Joining him were senior officials from FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, including Performing Assistant Secretary for the Army D. Lee Forsgren, Interim Deputy Commanding General for Civil and Emergency Operations Brigadier General Geoffrey Van Epps, and FEMA Region 2 Administrator Christopher Hartnett. Representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection also participated, along with state, county, and local officials.

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TOUCH-A-TRUCK Event!

Visit Gloucester Township Police’s Special Response Team and Community Outreach Team, along with Gloucester Township Fire Departments, TODAY October 3rd from 11 AM to 3 PM at Gloucester Premium Outlets, Parking Lot E near the Michael Kors entrance, for the annual Touch-A-Truck event!

Explore an exciting variety of local vehicles, including our BearCat Armored Vehicle, Community Outreach Gaming Truck, fire trucks, street sweepers, and more! Enjoy family-friendly activities, meet local community heroes, and experience these impressive vehicles up close. FREE admission and fun for all ages! This year’s event is held in partnership with the Gloucester Township Fire Department’s Fire Safety Event!

U.S. Parents Gave $26.6 Billion to Their Adult Children in 2024

About 2.6 million U.S. parents provided $26.6 billion in financial support to 3.7 million children 21 or over who lived outside their households, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2025 Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP).

This does not take into account money parents spent on adult children living at home. In 2024, 58.3% of men and 56.4% of women ages 18 to 34 lived with their parents.

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Route 130 To Be Closed For Railroad Crossing Repairs

Route 130/Crescent Boulevard is scheduled to be closed and detoured in both directions tonight at Klemm Avenue for railroad crossing repairs in Gloucester City, Camden County. Access will be maintained for local traffic. This is a continuation of work that began in August.

Beginning at 7 p.m. tomorrow, Friday, October 2 until 7 a.m. Saturday, October 3, Route 130/Crescent Boulevard northbound and southbound will be closed between Klemm Avenue and the Bridge over Newton Creek to replace the railroad crossing and approaches. Access to local businesses will be maintained. The following detours will be in place:

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Woodbury Man Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison for Aggravated Assault

Woodbury, NJ – Jose Velez, 39, of Woodbury, was sentenced to 3 years in state prison Friday for third-degree aggravated assault by the Honorable Kevin T. Smith, pursuant to a plea agreement, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns, announced.

According to documents filed in this case and statements made in open court: On November 27, 2025, a 43-year-old female victim reported to Woodbury Police that Velez was outside of her residence and strangled her until she nearly passed out. She reported that over the next few hours he assaulted her by kicking her “like a soccer ball” and hitting her “like a punching bag.”

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SBA Disaster Assistance Available for New Jersey Businesses, Private Nonprofits

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible small businesses and private nonprofit organizations impacted by drought beginning April 26.

Eligible Counties

New Jersey: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, and Salem

Delaware: Kent and Newcastle

Pennsylvania: Bucks, Delaware, and Philadelphia

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Gloucester Township Police Presents Our 2026 Thanksgiving Food Drive!

We are now accepting canned food and non-perishable items between now and November 17 for our 2026 Thanksgiving Food Drive! Our food drive drop box is located at our GTPD Headquarters Watch Desk located at 1261 Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ 08021.