CCPO Promotes Five Veteran Supervisors and Detectives

Camden, NJ – Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay is pleased to announce the promotions of five veteran members of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office.

On November 5, 2025, Captain Jose Rosado, Lieutenant James Brining Jr., Lieutenant Jenna Gamble, Sergeant Allison Dubé-Smith, and Sergeant Tanner Oglivie were sworn-in by Prosecutor MacAulay before Chief of Detectives Robert Ferris, Deputy Chief of Detectives Randall MacNair, and Chief of Staff Michael Mangold.

Captain Rosado will supervise the Special Victims Unit, High Tech Crimes Unit, Megan’s Law Unit, Trial Team Unit, Grand Jury Unit, Juvenile Unit, and Community Engagement and Outreach Unit.  He began his law enforcement career as a police officer at the Lawnside Police Department in 2006 and later worked at the Barrington Police Department.  In 2014, he joined the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office as a detective and served in the Narcotics Unit, Homicide Unit, Special Victims Unit, and Domestic Violence Unit.  In 2021, he was promoted to sergeant and served with the Grand Jury Unit, Homicide Unit, and Special Victims Unit.  In 2024, he was promoted to lieutenant and oversaw the Special Victims Unit, High Tech Crimes Unit, and Megan’s Law Unit as well as served as the coordinator for the Child Abduction Response Team (CART) and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT).

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Join GTPD at Gloucester Premium Outlet’s Starbucks For Coffee With A Cop

HAPPENING NEXT TUESDAY! Gloucester Township Police and Starbucks presents GTPD Coffee With A Cop! 

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Starbucks in the Gloucester Premium Outlets near the center courtyard! 

Stop by while shopping and enjoy a free cup of coffee and a chat with a GTPD Police Officer and Staff! Hope to see you there on Tuesday! 

Rowan Men’s Basketball Drops 94-87 Overtime Decision at Mary Washington

FREDERICKSBURG, VA – Brycen Williams scored 28 points but Mary Washington (3-0) used an 11-point run in overtime to defeat Rowan, 94-87, in men’s basketball action. 

With the game tied, 81-81, the Eagles scored 11 straight points to begin overtime, taking a 92-81 lead. Williams hit a three at :42, but it was too late for the Profs to make up the difference. 

Williams made eight three-pointers in the game while Taz Cantey scored 20 points on 8-for-10 shooting. Khalil Baker had 14 points and 11 rebounds for the Profs while Dan Mason grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds.  

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How to Create a Welcoming Entrance That Sets the Tone

What story does the entrance to your home tell? That short journey from the pavement to the front door is your property’s opening line, the first chapter in its story. It’s a space that can so easily be overlooked, treated as a purely functional corridor to get from A to B. Yet, a neglected approach like a cracked path, a peeling door or a lonely, bare brick wall can’t help but suggest a home that’s a little unloved on the inside, too. The good news is that crafting an entrance that feels genuinely welcoming is less about a huge budget and more about thoughtful intention.

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Philly Goes to Oz: Wicked Movie Themed Events, Drag Shows, GayBINGO, Foods

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia is ready to celebrate the most anticipated movie release of the year with Wicked: For Good, opening nationwide on Friday, November 21st. Local restaurants, bars, and organizations are rolling out the green carpet with themed menus, drag brunches, dazzling desserts, and a charity night worthy of Glinda herself. In Fishtown on November 23, 2025, the viral sensation Journey to Oz Drag Brunch returns to Evil Genius Beer Company, featuring Philly and Delaware’s fiercest queens, over-the-top performances, sing-along numbers, and special Wicked collaborations. In Northern Liberties now through December, Madison K Cookies is baking up a spellbinding collection of Wicked-themed cookies, cupcakes, and cakes — each hand-designed with shimmering pinks, greens, and glitter inspired by the movie’s beloved characters. In Old City on November 23, 2025, Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti transforms into an Emerald City dreamscape for their Wicked Vibe Brunch. Guests can expect themed photo ops, DJ sets, props, and cocktails inspired by Glinda and Elphaba. On North Broad on November 8, 2025, Action Wellness celebrates the 30th Anniversary of GayBINGO with a special Wicked: For Good edition and Holiday Toy Drive. Attendees are encouraged to bring toy donations, wear their best pink and green accessories, and enjoy a night of laughter, prizes, and goodwill. Each experience offers a uniquely “Wicked” way to celebrate the magic of friendship, empowerment, and standing up for what’s right 0 just in time for the movie that’s already casting a spell across the country.

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Lindenwold Man Charged with Murder in Delayed Homicide

Lindenwold, NJ – A Lindenwold man has been arrested and charged for a delayed homicide following a June 2025 assault that resulted in the death of another man two months later, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Lindenwold Police Chief Michael McCarthy Jr. Wilmer A. Velasquez-Orellans, 37, is charged with first-degree Murder in the death of 42-yearold Alvaro I. Reyes-Rizo of Lindenwold. On June 13, 2025, at approximately 4:58 a.m., officers from the Lindenwold Police Department were dispatched to the Pinewood Estates apartment complex on the 500 block of East Gibbsoboro Road in Lindenwold for a report of an assault. Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering from an injury to the head. He was transported to Cooper University Hospital for treatment. During the investigation, detectives obtained surveillance video that captured a suspect – later determined to be Velasquez-Orellans – striking the victim in the head with a club-like weapon during a physical altercation.

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Wanted: Suspects for Robbery in the 3rd District [VIDEO]

On November 9,2025 at approximately 1:25 AM, the victim was making a pizza delivery in the 1200 block of Wharton Street. While looking for the address, suspect #1 approached and stated that the pizza was hers. As suspect #1 took the pizza, suspect #2 pulled out a gun, pointed it at the victim and said, “Give up the food!” Both suspects then ran East on Wharton Street with the pizza.

Note: This video has no audio.

If you have any information about this crime or these suspects, please contact:
South Detective Division:
215-686-3013/3014
DC 25-03-056189

For additional information and updates, visit https://www.phillypolice.com/news-blotter/wanted-suspects-for-robbery-in-the-3rd-district-video-2/

Detectives Investigating Homicide in Camden

Camden, NJ – Detectives are investigating a shooting that killed a man in Camden this morning, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez.

On Thursday, November 6, 2025, at approximately 6:41 a.m., officers from the Camden County Police Department responded to the 1200 block of Chase Street in reference to a ShotSpotter activation.  Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious gunshot victim – identified as 26-year-old Premire Wilson of Camden – on the porch of a residence.  The victim was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at approximately 7:25 a.m. The investigation is active and ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Joseph Fogg of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at (856) 225-5063 and Detective Matthew Blantz of the Camden County Police Department at  (609) 923-6853.  Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

Wreaths Across America Returns to Dover Motor Speedway

  • Monster Mile stop is part of the annual trek from Maine to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
  • Parade and ceremony to honor nation’s veterans free to the public.

DOVER, Del. (Nov. 12, 2025) – Dover Motor Speedway once again hosts the only First State stop on Wreaths Across America’s annual trek down the East Coast to honor America’s heroes laid to rest at Arlington National Cemeteryon Thursday, Dec. 11. This marks the second annual visit to Dover Motor Speedway for the event.

Wreaths Across America’s 60-vehicle convoy of tractor-trailers, Patriot Guard riders, veterans, Gold Star Families and first responders will parade through Delaware before arriving in Dover at the Monster Monument at Victory Plaza for a ceremony before making its way to Arlington.

The festivities will be hosted by Matt Pencek, on-air host of WRDE Coast TV.

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SJ Gas Reminds Customers of Available Energy Assistance Programs

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ, November 12, 2025 – As the arrival of seasonal cold weather quickly approaches the region, South Jersey Gas wants to remind customers that several federal and state assistance programs are available to help manage winter energy costs.
“At South Jersey Gas, we’re committed to ensuring that our customers have access to safe, reliable and affordable natural gas service no matter their financial circumstances,” said Bubba Schomber, President and COO, South Jersey Gas. “With winter on the horizon, our dedicated Energy Assistance teams are proactively building awareness around resources, tips and tools that customers can leverage to meet their energy needs now and well into the future.”
In response to the ongoing economic challenges experienced by residential utility customers, the following assistance programs are available for low- to moderate-income families. For instance, a family of four can make up to $160,276 and may be eligible to receive assistance through the SHARES/ PAGE program. South Jersey Gas’ Energy Assistance team is available to help customers determine if they are eligible for any of these services and identify which program is suitable for each household.
The programs available to customers include the following:
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides federally funded energy assistance to help low- to moderate-income families meet their energy needs. LIHEAP also offers an added emergency crisis benefit component, offering eligible applicants an additional benefit to maintain or restore service. Grants are provided on an average of $300. Emergency LIHEAP is an additional grant of up to $800. LIHEAP accepts applications from October 1 through June 30 each year and accepts applications for its ancillary emergency grant from March 16 through June 30 each year. For more information on the application process or to apply online, visit the Department of Community Affairs’ website www.energyassistance.nj.gov.

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