Jersey Shore Officials Address Memorial Weekend Safety Concerns
TL;DR
Wildwood, NJ police attribute Memorial Day weekend disturbances to aggressive crowds of teens and young adults, not a lack of officers. Despite deploying over 30 officers and seeking additional help, the volatile behavior led to a local state of emergency. Officials argue recent state law changes have emboldened juveniles, complicating enforcement efforts.
- Jersey Shore police say 'aggressive' crowds, not lack of police, caused Memorial weekend problems The Associated Press
- Ocean City holds press conference to reaffirm town's safety The Philadelphia Inquirer
- Jersey Shore police chief disputes AG’s claim that city did not have enough cops on boardwalk NJ.com
- Officials in Ocean City, NJ, detail public safety improvements following boardwalk attack NBC Philadelphia
- N.J. attorney general blames Wildwood for holiday weekend chaos 69News WFMZ-TV
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