West Deptford Man Charged with Attempted Murder

Woodbury, NJ – Randall D. Bilger, 61, of West Deptford, was arrested and charged with first-degree attempted murder and third-degree unlawful possession of a weapon following a stabbing that left one adult injured, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.

According to documents filed in this case:

West Deptford responded Friday morning after a witness called 911 to report Bilger was bleeding and holding a knife. The witness had gone to the residence to check on the victim, an adult female. They told officers that after finding the front door locked, they went to the back door, where Bilger answered, holding a knife and covered in blood, and said “It’s not a good time.”

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GTPD Arrests Youth in Vehicle Burglary Attempt

On Saturday, February 14, 2026 at approximately 12:33 AM, Gloucester Township Police Department (GTPD) were dispatched to the area of Whitall Drive in the Sicklerville section of Gloucester Township for the report of a someone attempting to burglarize the caller’s vehicle. As officers responded to the area, it was reported the person had fled the area and a description was obtained. An alert motorist flagged down an officer and reported that a person fitting the description was now observed running into the nearby Terrestria Development. Officers quickly located the person, later identified as a 16-year-old juvenile, fleeing on foot while ignoring numerous officer commands to stop. After a brief foot pursuit, the suspect was taken into custody by officers and was found to be in possession of burglar tools. The suspect was transported to the GTPD Headquarters and was charged on a Juvenile Complaint and released pending court with the following charges: Criminal Attempt Burglary – 3^rd Degree Crime, Resisting Arrest by Flight – 4^th Degree Crime, Possession of Burglar Tools – a Disorderly Persons Offense and Criminal Mischief – a Disorderly Persons Offense.

Due to proactive operations across Gloucester Township, this allowed officers to flood the area of the crime almost immediately, thus assisting with the successful apprehension of the suspect. One officer sustained a minor injury during the foot pursuit. Chief Anthony Minosse said, “this case is a clear example on the importance of a strong partnership between the GTPD and our residents working together to help keep our community safe.” The prompt reporting of suspicious activity and potential criminal conduct allows police officers to respond quickly to address community concerns. The GTPD urges residents to remain alert to unusual behavior, LOCK YOUR VEHICLES, remove key fobs, and pick up your phone to immediately report any suspicious activity.

Arrest:
16-year-old male suspect was charged with Criminal Attempt Burglary – 3^rd Degree Crime, Resisting Arrest by Flight – 4^th Degree Crime, Possession of Burglar Tools – a Disorderly Persons Offense and Criminal Mischief – a Disorderly Persons Offense.

Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Gloucester Township Police Department at (856)228-4500. You may also provide information anonymously through the GTPD online tip portal at https://gtpolice.com/tips , via the GTPD Anonymous Tip Line at (856)842-5560, or by texting “TIPGLOTWPPD” and your tip message to 888777.

Investigation of Double Shooting

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.

On February 15, 2026, at approximately 9:29 a.m., officers from the 12th District responded to a report of a double shooting on the highway in the 1200 block of South 53rd Street. Two adult male victims sustained multiple gunshot wounds and were transported in private vehicles to HUP Cedar. One victim is listed in stable condition, while the second victim remains in critical condition. The scene was held for investigation. At this time, no motive has been determined, and no arrests have been made.

The investigation is ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Earlier that day, at approximately 12:48 a.m., officers from the 1st District responded to a report of a male shot on the highway in the 1800 block of South 18th Street. Officers located a 43-year-old male victim who was uncooperative at the scene. The victim was transported by police to Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was treated for a gunshot wound and is listed in stable condition. The motive is unknown, and no arrests have been made.

The investigation is ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

In a separate incident on February 14, 2026, at approximately 11:54 p.m., officers from the 25th District responded to a radio call reporting a male shot in the left hand near the intersection of 8th and Venango streets. Medics transported the 43-year-old male victim to Temple University Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition. The victim reported that he was walking when he heard several gunshots and then realized he had been struck in the hand. Officers located a blood scene in front of the victim’s residence in the 600 block of West Venango Street. The motive remains unknown, and the investigation is ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Additionally, on February 14, 2026, at approximately 12:22 p.m., a 9-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in the 800 block of South 56th Street. The child sustained various injuries and was transported to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where he is listed in stable condition.

The striking vehicle is described as a 2010–2013 Honda Crosstour, mostly burgundy in color, with a black passenger-side fender, a green passenger-side front door, and a white passenger-side rear door. The vehicle also had a bicycle rack on the roof. The driver is described as a Black male, approximately 25 to 35 years old, with short hair and a beard. The driver and vehicle fled the scene.

The investigation is ongoing with the Crash Investigation Division.

Suspect Arrested for Robbery at McDonald’s in Berlin Township

Berlin Township, NJ – A West Berlin man has been arrested and charged in reference to a robbery that occurred yesterday at a McDonald’s in Berlin Township, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Berlin Township Police Chief Michael FitzGibbon.

On Friday, February 13, 2026, at approximately 6:39 a.m., officers from the Berlin Township Police Department responded to the McDonald’s located on the 200 block of Route 73 for a report of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers learned that a masked suspect – later identified as 42-year-old William Alvarado Jr. – entered the restaurant and demanded the employees turn over U.S. currency. During the robbery, the defendant kept his hands in his sweatshirt pocket, which led employees to believe that he was armed with a firearm. After receiving U.S. currency, he fled the restaurant on foot.

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A Philadelphia Man Killed; Juvenile Shot Treated at the Children’s Hospital, Stable

Philadelphia, PA (February 15, 2026)–The following is Preliminary information and is subject to change. Updates will be provided when available.

On February 14, at approximately 7:59 p.m., officers from the 22nd District responded to a shooting that occurred on the highway in the 1500 block of West Boston Street. Police transported the adult male victim, who had a gunshot wound to the chest, to Temple Hospital, where doctors pronounced him deceased at 8:21 p.m. At this time, no arrests have been made and no motive has been identified. The investigation remains ongoing and is being handled by the Homicide Unit.

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Suspect Arrested for Robbery at McDonald’s in Berlin Township

A West Berlin man has been arrested and charged in reference to a robbery that occurred yesterday at a McDonald’s in Berlin Township, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Berlin Township Police Chief Michael FitzGibbon.
On Friday, February 13, 2026, at approximately 6:39 a.m., officers from the Berlin Township Police Department responded to the McDonald’s located on the 200 block of Route 73 for a report of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers learned that a masked suspect – later identified as 42-year-old William Alvarado Jr. – entered the restaurant and demanded the employees turn over U.S. currency. During the robbery, the defendant kept his hands in his sweatshirt pocket, which led employees to believe that he was armed with a firearm. After receiving U.S. currency, he fled the restaurant on foot. No firearms were displayed and no injuries were reported.
During the investigation, detectives from the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Berlin Township Police Department used surveillance video from multiple locations to track Alvarado from the restaurant to his vehicle and ultimately to his residence in West Berlin. The defendant was taken into custody and charged with one count of 2nd -degree Robbery. He was remanded to the Camden
County Correctional Facility, pending a future court hearing.
Anyone with information is urged to call Detective Michael Manning of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit at (856) 365-3246 and Detective Lieutenant David Childs of the Berlin Township Police Department at (856) 767-5878, ext. 214. Tips may also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.
All individuals charged with crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Overnight Incidents

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.

In the 15th District, at approximately 9:43 a.m., an adult male sustained a graze wound to the head inside a private residence on the 1900 block of Auth Street. The victim was transported by medic to Temple Hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. No arrests have been made at this time, and the investigation remains ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Additionally, on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at approximately 1:59 a.m., officers from the 19th District responded to a report of a shooting on the highway near 5400 Wyalusing Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a 45-year-old male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the neck and one gunshot wound to the back. The victim was transported by police to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased at 2:33 a.m. There is no motive or arrest at this time, and the investigation is ongoing with the Homicide Unit.

In the 9th District, at approximately 1:19 a.m., a female victim was stabbed near North 12th Street and Brown Street. She was transported to Jefferson Center City Hospital, and her condition is unknown at this time. The investigation is ongoing with the Central Detective Division.

Suspect Arrested in Robbery of 66-Year-Old Woman at Bus Stop

On January 18, 2026, at approximately 6:39 a.m., a robbery occurred at the intersection of Benner Street and Castor Avenue while a 66-year-old female victim was waiting for a Route 59 SEPTA bus. At least two offenders exited a red Jeep SUV, and one offender, described as a masked Black female in her twenties, grabbed the victim’s bookbag. A struggle ensued, during which the victim was knocked to the ground and dragged. The offender then produced a taser and used it on the victim’s arms and hands in an attempt to force her to release the bag. The offender ultimately succeeded, and the suspects fled the scene in the red Jeep SUV.

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Clayton Woman charged with Stun Gun Assault on Adult with Autism

Woodbury, NJ – Yolanda F. Johnson, 62, of Clayton, was arrested and charged with third-degree aggravated assault, third-degree endangering a person with a developmental disability, and third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose after allegedly stabbing an adult victim in her care with a stun gun.

According to documents filed in this case:

On Feb. 3, an adult victim, who is diagnosed with autism, disclosed to individuals at school they had been harmed in their home. The victim, who had marks on their left, rear shoulder, told police they had been stabbed with a “stab gun” as they attempted to leave home on Jan. 30.

A search warrant was subsequently obtained and executed at Johnson’s home where a blue stun gun was found.

Johnson was arrested Feb. 5 and released on a summons.

The maximum term of incarceration is 5 years in state prison for each charge.

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Berkeley Township Man Charged With Aggravated Arson and Criminal Mischief

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on February 9, 2026, Joseph Mansueto, 38, of Berkeley Township, was charged with Aggravated Arson and Criminal Mischief in connection with an incident that occurred on February 8, 2026, in Toms River.

On February 8, 2026, at approximately 3:40 a.m., the Toms River Township Police and Fire Departments responded to Planet Fitness on Route 37 West for a report of a structure fire. Responding emergency personnel observed a small fire at the exterior of the building. The fire was contained to the exterior of the building.