Jack Ruth, a.k.a., Eugene Bolan, 54, of Atlantic City, pleaded guilty to third-degree burglary, third-degree theft, third-degree possession with intent to distribute CDS, and simple assault. On August 29, 2022, officers of the Atlantic City Police Department were dispatched Caesar's Hotel and Casino in reference to a stolen motor vehicle. Upon arrival, officers were met by the victim, a delivery driver whose motor vehicle was left running in the valet area while making a delivery. The suspect, Jack Ruth, was observed on surveillance committing the theft and arrested on a later date. Sentencing is scheduled for June 18th.
Alleged AC Drug Dealer Will Stay Behind Bars Pending Case Outcome
An accused Atlantic City drug dealer initially ordered released by a judge will now stay jailed pending the outcome of his case. According to BreakingAC.com, 35 year old Amir Hardy was arrested last month with 186 bricks of heroin, or about 9,300 individual bags, according to the charges against him. Police also confiscated $3,473 in cash believed to be proceeds from drug sales. Judge Dorothy Garrabrant ordered Hardy released April 20, saying his criminal history was dated and that his history does not include violence. The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office disagreed, appealing the decision, which kept Hardy jailed until that was complete.
Stockton University Receives $100K Donation
Stockton University has announced that Johnson & Johnson has donated $100,000 to the Stockton University Foundation to fund a new Nursing scholarship and expand programs addressing food and housing insecurity among students. Half of the donation from the New Brunswick-based pharmaceutical and medical technology company will establish the new Johnson & Johnson Nursing Scholarship, while $25,000 will support student housing essentials and another $25,000 will help fund the university's food assistance program.
Off Duty AC Firefighter Arrested For Alleged Drunk Driving Crash
An off-duty Atlantic City firefighter was arrested early Friday morning, after a crash in which he was allegedly drunk. According to BreakingAC.com, Shay Steele Jr., 25, who lives in the city, failed to stop for a red light at Baltic and Indiana avenues just after 5 a.m., video surveillance allegedly shows.Steele was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, and is charged with fourth-degree assault by auto. The other driver's name was not released. The 44-year-old Egg Harbor Township resident was taken to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center's City Campus for injuries not considered life-threatening. Steele was released on a summons. He also was issued several motor vehicle summonses, including driving under the influence and refusal to submit to a chemical test.
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