Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Barrington

The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services has been notified by the New Jersey Department of Health that a raccoon found in Barrington has tested positive for rabies.

On August 22, a Barrington resident’s dog got into an altercation with a raccoon in their backyard. The Animal Control Officer (ACO) for Barrington picked up the raccoon and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Trenton (PHEL). On August 26, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services was notified by PHEL that the raccoon was rabid. There were no known human exposures to this raccoon.

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Camden County Roadwork Projects

 Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of August 24 to August 28. 

“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”

Audubon

  • Crews will be working on East Atlantic Avenue from Monday, August 24, to Friday, August 28, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a lane closure between West Merchant Street in Audubon & Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.
  • Crews will be working on Hopkins Road on Thursday, August 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a partial road closure westbound between West Greenman Road in Haddon Township & Kings Highway West in Audubon.
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Juvenile Charged for Fatal Stabbing in Camden

A juvenile has been arrested and charged in reference to a fatal stabbing earlier this month in Camden, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez.

A 15-year-old male from Trenton is charged with first-degree Murder, third-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, and fourth-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.

On August 1, 2026, at approximately 2:53 a.m., officers from the Camden County Police Department responded to Cooper University Hospital in reference to a stabbing victim who had walked to the hospital and collapsed outside of the parking garage.  The victim, who was identified as 28-year-old Davinne Evans of Camden, was pronounced deceased at approximately 3:49 a.m.Officers subsequently located a crime scene in the area of Broadway and Stevens Street.

During the investigation, detectives determined the juvenile was responsible for fatally stabbing Evans.  The juvenile was arrested and charged on August 22, 2026.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jake Siegfried of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at (856) 225-5086 and Detective Matthew Blantz of the Camden County Police Department at (609) 923-6853.  Tips may also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

Detectives Investigating Homicide in Lawnside

Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Lawnside on Friday, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Lawnside Police Captain William Plenty.

On Friday, August 21, 2026, at approximately 5:50 p.m., officers from the Lawnside Police Department responded to the unit block of West Hodges Avenue in reference to a shooting.  Officers learned that the victim – 25-year-old George Rivera of Lawnside – had been transported in a private vehicle to Cooper University Hospital. The victim was ultimately pronounced deceased at the hospital at approximately 11:27 p.m.

This investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Michael Manning of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at (856) 365-3246.  Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

Community Connections with Your County

Stay Engaged Through Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, & Social Media

Check out the various ways to engage with your local government, get important updates, and be involved! Join monthly meetings with the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross, follow our social media, browse the county website for programs and services, and download the free Camden County App for instant access to all events, alerts, concerts, news, and more. 
To download the app, Click Here. The monthly Caucus Meeting was Tuesday, August 18th, and the Commissioners Meeting, Today, August 20th. Meetings are at 520 Market St, 6th Floor, Camden.
To watch meetings online, Click Here. 

The next Town Hall Meeting will be Thursday, September 10th, located at the Haddon Township High School Cafeteria, 406 Memorial Avenue, Westmont. If you have questions or need assistance, please submit them, and we will forward them to the appropriate department.
To submit, Click Here.

Route 130 to be closed for railroad crossing repairs beginning Friday in Gloucester City

Route 130/Crescent Boulevard is scheduled to be closed and detoured in both directions beginning Friday at Klemm Avenue for railroad crossing repairs in Gloucester City, Camden County. Access will be maintained for local traffic.

Beginning at 7 p.m. tomorrow, Friday, August 21 until 7 p.m. Sunday, August 23, 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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Rabid Skunk Confirmed in Cherry Hill

The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services has been notified by the New Jersey Department of Health that a skunk found in Cherry Hill has tested positive for rabies.

On August 14, a Cherry Hill resident’s dog got into an altercation with a skunk in their backyard. The Animal Control Officer (ACO) for Cherry Hill picked up the skunk and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Trenton (PHEL). On August 19, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services was notified by PHEL that the skunk was rabid. There were no known human exposures to this skunk.

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Sadie Gust Takes the Stage at Haddon Lake Park

Making Memories at the Sundown Music Series

Ready to rock? On Wednesday, August19th at 7:30 PM, the winner of WXPN’s 24 Hour Song Challenge, Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter, Sadie Gust will be performing live as part of the Sundown Music Series! Head to the McLaughlin Norcross Memorial Dell for some summer tunes and grooves. Summer fun in Camden County is better together, we can’t wait to see you there!

AAA South Jersey is proud to sponsor the Sundown Music Series at Haddon Lake Park. Visit AAA’s tent at every Wednesday’s concert for a special membership offer – get an entire year of AAA’s trusted roadside assistance for just $20! This offer is only available at the Camden County Summer Concert Series. Plus, stop by to enter to win unique prizes each week, free giveaways, and to learn about AAA’s travel, insurance, discounts, and more. To learn more, Click Here.

Annual Save the Monarch Event

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. at McLaughlin-Norcross Memorial Dell, Haddon Lake Park, Haddon Heights, the Board of Commissioners and Camden County Certified Gardeners will come together for their annual Save the Monarch event, aimed at raising awareness and encouraging action to protect the monarch butterfly and its declining population. The event will feature the release of more than 400 adult monarch butterflies, and attendees will also have the opportunity to take home a milkweed plant of their own.

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Woman Arrested After Fatal Car Crash in Lindenwold

A Pine Hill woman was arrested and charged following a fatal collision involving an e-bike on Saturday night, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Lindenwold Police Chief Michael McCarthy. On Saturday, August 15, 2026, at approximately 10:24 p.m., officers from the Lindenwold Police Department were dispatched to the 1900 block of Laurel Road for a motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers found a motor vehicle had fatally struck a person riding an e-bike. The operator of the e-bike, identified as Erica Beeks, 46, of Lindenwold, was pronounced deceased at the scene at approximately 10:42 p.m.

Officers arrested the driver, identified as 65-year-old Deborah Carey, at the scene. Carey was charged with one count of 2nd -degree Death by Auto and issued multiple summons for traffic-related offenses, including driving under the influence. She was remanded to the Camden County Correctional Facility. The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Samuel Funches III of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Crash Response Investigation Team at (856) 225-8083 and Detective Ryan Brennan of the Lindenwold Police Department at (856) 784-7566. Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS. All individuals charged with crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.