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Fatal Police Shooting of Lacey Township Woman Under Investigation

The radio recordings and video footage are available here: https://njoag.box.com/s/t059mdzkldska43t4ip7g4s6a9y4u43k 

After an officer saw a dog bleeding inside, two other officers tried unsuccessfully to kick open the door to the house. The woman came outside and shouted to the police that she wanted everyone gone.

IMAGES and VOICE RECORDINGS RELEASED BY NJ Attorney General’s Office

TRENTON NJ (JULY 14, 2026)— The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) today released radio recordings and video footage from four police body-worn cameras related to a March 16, 2026 fatal police-involved shooting in the Lanoka Harbor section of Lacey Township, New Jersey. The civilian who died during the encounter had previously been identified as Susanne Clarke, 55, of Lacey.

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Route 44 Bridge over Mantua Creek taken out of service

The Route 44 Bridge over Mantua Creek between West Deptford and Paulsboro, Gloucester County was taken out of service for marine traffic today because of excessive heat. Route 44/Crown Point Road remains open for vehicles.

The excessive heat has caused the expansion of some components on the bridge, which prohibits the bridge from opening to allow marine traffic to pass. In the closed position, the bridge has 2 feet of clearance over mean high water. Vessels that can transit safely under the bridge may do so. The United States Coast Guard has been notified.

The closure of the bridge to marine traffic is expected to last until 7 a.m. Saturday, July 18 when conditions are forecasted to improve. If conditions improve earlier, the bridge may resume normal operations for marine traffic sooner.

Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for construction updates and real-time travel information. For NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT, on the NJDOT Facebook page, or Instagram @NewJersey.DOT.

Air Quality Alert until 12:00AM Friday

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code red air quality alert Thursday for Southwestern New Jersey. A code red air quality alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region are unhealthful for the general population. The effects of air pollution can be minimized by avoiding strenuous activity or exercise outdoors. For more information on ground-level ozone and fine particles…visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/

* AFFECTED AREAS: GLOUCESTER … CAMDEN … NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON

I-295 southbound/Al-Jo’s Curve closed and detoured tonight in Bellmawr

The I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo’s Curve, is scheduled to be closed and detoured tonight as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. In addition, overnight lane and ramp closures are scheduled on Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound and I-76 eastbound tonight through Saturday nights. The lane and ramp closures, as well as traffic slowdowns, are necessary to install structural steel and construct a retaining wall.

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Homicide Arrest

On June 5, 2026, at approximately 12:32 a.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of Edgley Street following a radio call reporting a person with a gun. Upon arrival, responding officers discovered an unresponsive male lying on the highway. The victim, identified as Anshul Kuncha, a 28-year-old male, was suffering from a gunshot wound to the back of the head. Officers immediately transported Kuncha to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 12:43 a.m.

Following the investigation, an arrest was made on Friday, July 10, 2026. Sincere Camps, a 14-year-old male from the 23XX block of W. Diamond Street, was taken into custody. He is charged with Murder, Robbery, VUFA and related offenses.

The motive was Robbery.

All those charged are innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

America’s Charitable Food System Is Missing the Most Important Ingredient

By Daniel Leckie

America’s fight against hunger has long centered on one question: Are people getting enough food?

That narrow focus is no longer enough — and thankfully, the federal government is starting to take action. The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA) just invested millions of dollars in an initiative to expand access to protein-rich foods nationwide.

That investment couldn’t come at a more critical time. Staple protein-rich foods, like beef, seafood, and dairy, are among the most expensive items in Americans’ grocery carts.

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Concert at New Brooklyn Park

Stabbing Investigation

At approximately 7:48 p.m., officers responded to a call on the 4200 block of North 15th Street, where they located the juvenile male suffering from a stab wound to the head. Medic rushed the 14 year old victim to St. Christopher’s Hospital in stable condition.

At this time, no arrests have been made, and a motive for the attack has not yet been established. The investigation is ongoing with Northwest Detectives.

The information surrounding this incident is preliminary and subject to change. Further updates will be provided as they become available. 

Philadelphia Police Crime Incidents

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating two separate overnight incidents involving a fatal mass shooting in the 2nd District and a critical multi-vehicle crash involving a dirt bike in the 24th District. The information for both incidents is preliminary and subject to change as updates become available.

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Camden County Office of Emergency Management Issues “Code Red” Heat Advisory

The Camden County Office of Emergency Management declared that that Camden County will be under a Code Red Advisory for the following dates and times due to projected dangerously high temperatures by the National Weather Service:

  • Wednesday, July 15, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Projected Temperature 100°
  • Thursday, July 16, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Projected Temperature 97°

A Code Red Advisory is issued when the National Weather Service forecasts temperatures of 95°F or higher for at least two consecutive days, or a single-day temperature of 100°F or above.

Additionally, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert for our region on Tuesday, July 14, and Wednesday, July 15, meaning that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children and seniors.

In accordance with state law, Camden County is activating their Code Red Response Plan to provide shelter and support for vulnerable populations during these periods of extreme heat. Based on that, cooling centers are being activated throughout the county to ensure anyone in need of respite can find it.

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