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Jury Deadlocked in Case of Atlantic City Driver Who Struck Pedestrian and Fled Scene

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Jurors in Atlantic City struggled to reach a consensus in the trial of Harris Jacobs, who was accused of leaving the scene after fatally striking a pedestrian. On Tuesday, the jury informed Superior Court Judge Christine Smith that they were deadlocked regarding Jacobs’ knowledge of the incident. It is undisputed that he hit the pedestrian in the early hours of September 4, 2022. The crucial question centered on Jacobs’ actions immediately following the collision. Surveillance footage showed him pulling into a Dunkin’ Donuts at Atlantic and Indiana avenues, rushing to the scene, and appearing to … Read more

Atlantic Beach Enforces Tougher Penalties for Public Camping, Offers Shelter Alternatives

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Atlantic Beach, Fla. – In an effort to align with a new state legislation enacted last year, the city of Atlantic Beach has updated its regulations to increase penalties for camping and sleeping in public areas. This legislative change gives police enhanced powers to handle such occurrences, marking a significant shift in the city’s approach to managing public spaces. The updated ordinance comes in response to concerns about public safety and the availability of appropriate accommodations for individuals found sleeping outside. Previously, city policy required law enforcement to verify the availability of shelter beds before … Read more

Artists and Tenants at Atlantic Mills Mobilize to Protect Cultural Hub as Ownership Change Looms

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Providence, RI — Concerns are mounting among the long-standing tenants of Atlantic Mills, a pivotal cultural and artistic center in Providence’s Olneyville neighborhood, as they brace for potential displacement due to the impending sale of the building. The tenants, many of whom are artists and small business owners, fear the new owners could increase rents and evict those who are currently behind on payments, threatening the existence of a historic hub that has supported cultural and artistic endeavors for decades. Atlantic Mills, known for its rich history of nurturing notable artists like Shepherd Fairey and … Read more

Pleasantville Man Indicted for Girlfriend’s Murder, Evidence Tampering in Atlantic County

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Pleasantville, NJ – A local man faces murder and tampering with evidence charges following the death of his live-in girlfriend last year, officials said. The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office announced that a grand jury has indicted 26-year-old Boris Lainez-Rosales in the murder of 25-year-old Leslianet Quintana-Betancourt, which occurred in December. Authorities responded to a 911 call just before 2 am on December 2, reporting an unresponsive woman at a Pleasantville residence. Upon arrival, emergency medical teams rushed Quintana-Betancourt to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Investigations led by Pleasantville Police along with the Prosecutor’s … Read more