17-year-old male : Driver Arrested in Fatal Absecon Hit-and-Run

By | May 18, 2024

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The Absecon Police Department in NJ has successfully apprehended a driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident on US Route 30, resulting in the death of a 17-year-old male. Everette D. Williams, 52, of Atlantic City, was identified as the driver and arrested by the US Marshal Task Force in Atlantic City. Williams faces charges including leaving the scene of a fatal crash and operating a vehicle with a suspended license resulting in death. The Absecon Police Department expressed gratitude to various law enforcement agencies for their collaboration in the investigation. Everette Williams is currently detained at the Atlantic County Justice Facility.

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1. Suspect charged in deadly hit-and-run in Absecon
2. Fatal pedestrian collision leads to arrest in Absecon

ABSECON, NJ — The Absecon Police Department made a significant breakthrough in a tragic hit-and-run case that took the life of a 17-year-old male on February 17, 2024, along US Route 30, also known as Absecon Boulevard, in Absecon, New Jersey. This heartbreaking incident shook the local community and left many questions unanswered.

Identification of the Suspect

After an extensive investigation, authorities were able to identify Everette D. Williams, a 52-year-old resident of Atlantic City, as the driver responsible for the fatal crash. Williams managed to evade capture initially, but thanks to the relentless efforts of law enforcement agencies, he was apprehended by the US Marshal Task Force in Atlantic City on May 16, 2024, without any resistance.

Charges and Legal Ramifications

Williams now faces a slew of charges, including second-degree knowingly leaving the scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash. Additionally, he is charged with third-degree offences for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license resulting in death and tampering with a vehicle identification number. The severity of these charges reflects the gravity of the situation and the impact it has had on the victim’s family and the wider community.

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Collaborative Efforts

The successful apprehension of Everette Williams was made possible through the collaborative efforts of various law enforcement agencies. The Absecon Police Department expressed their gratitude towards the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office, US Marshal’s Service, Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office, Pleasantville Police Department, and the Vineland Police Department for their unwavering support and cooperation throughout the investigation and subsequent arrest.

Current Status of the Suspect

As of now, Everette Williams is being held at the Atlantic County Justice Facility, where he awaits trial and further legal proceedings. The community continues to mourn the loss of the young victim and seeks justice for the tragic incident that has left a lasting impact on all those involved.