Investigation reopened into death of april kauffman s killer
The investigation into the death of April Kauffman, a New Jersey radio host, was effectively reopened following the 2017 arrest of her husband, Dr. James Kauffman, on unrelated charges. Authorities…
Augello guilt or innocence won t hinge on proving dead man was the killer
In the case of Ferdinand “Freddy” Augello, the prosecution’s strategy did not rely on definitively proving the identity of the individual who physically committed the murder of April Kauffman. Instead,…
Co-Defendants Testify Against Ferdinand “Freddy” Augello in Murder Trial
In the trial of Ferdinand “Freddy” Augello, former associates provided testimony detailing a narrative of greed, fear, and prescription drug trafficking that culminated in the murder of April Kauffman. Key…
Division III Football Player Charged in Vineland Shooting Incident
In January 2020, a shooting occurred in Vineland, New Jersey, resulting in the critical injury of an 18-year-old woman. The incident took place inside a vehicle, and the victim was…
Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New Officers
In March 2023, the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office expanded its team by swearing in nine new officers. Sheriff Eric Scheffler officiated the ceremony at the Criminal Courthouse in Mays Landing.…
18-Year-Old Woman Critically Wounded in Vineland Shooting; Suspect Arrested
In January 2020, an 18-year-old woman was critically injured in a shooting inside a vehicle in Vineland, New Jersey. The incident occurred in the Center City section, and the victim…
Atlantic City Shooting Leaves Two Injured; Suspect’s Alleged Accomplice Linked to Multiple Robberies
In November 2019, a shooting occurred at the Bank of America on Atlantic Avenue in Atlantic City, resulting in injuries to two individuals. The assailant, later identified as Edwin Ruiz-Rosa,…
Sixth Rabies Case Confirmed in Atlantic County
In August 2023, Atlantic County health officials confirmed the sixth rabies case of the year after a bat found in Mays Landing tested positive for the virus. The bat was…
Atlantic City Purse-Snatching Suspect Has Prior Conviction for Assaulting Grandmother
In January 2019, Alexander Olaik, 24, of Atlantic City, was arrested for assaulting and robbing a woman at Brighton and Atlantic avenues. The victim reported that Olaik pushed her, stole…
Former Stockton University Student Receives Probation in Sexual Assault Case
In early 2020, Zachary Madle, a former Stockton University student and member of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, was sentenced to five years of probation after pleading guilty to charges…