Crime & Safety

Galloway Police Charge Teen with Possession Following Reports of Gunshot

A 17-year-old was charged with possession of heroin and marijuana.

A 17-year-old from Egg Harbor City was charged with possession of heroin and marijuana after Galloway police reported to a hotel after reports of a gunshot Sunday afternoon, Sept. 4.

Police reported to America's Best Inn on the 300 block of East White Horse Pike following reports of a disturbance on a second floor hotel room at 12:51 p.m.

Several witnesses reported hearing loud arguing and a single gunshot. The occupants of the room were removed and detained, and while no firearm was located, a 17-year-old was found to be in possession of a quantity of heroin and marijuana consistent with distribution.

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Police charged the juvenile with possession of CDS, possession of CDS with intent to distribute and tampering with evidence. He was released to his mother pending juvenile court.


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