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School Resource Officer and Faculty Member Assaulted at Williamstown High School

The adult and juvenile involved in the assaults were taken into custody.

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Williamstown, New Jersey – A serious incident occurred at Williamstown High School this morning, resulting in the arrest of a parent and a student.

At approximately 9:08 AM, a school resource officer requested assistance from law enforcement due to a disturbance in the school lobby.

The officer was assaulted by both a parent and a student, and a faculty member was also physically attacked.

The adult and juvenile involved in the assaults were taken into custody.

The officer sustained injuries to their face and hands but did not require hospitalization.

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The school was placed on a temporary hold during the incident but has since returned to normal operations. There was no threat to the safety of students at any time.

The incident remains under investigation, and further details are not being released at this time. The school administration has emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for such behavior, including from parents and students.


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14-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Selma, 17-Year-Old Suspect in Custody

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SELMA, AL – 14-year-old boy Jamarj Acoff was fatally shot in Selma over the weekend, and a 17-year-old suspect is now in custody in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.The Selma Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1400 block of Weaver Street in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, at approximately 1:55 a.m.

SELMA, AL – A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Selma over the weekend, and a 17-year-old suspect is now in custody in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.

The Selma Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1400 block of Weaver Street in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, at approximately 1:55 a.m.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a 14-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds.

Later that evening, Selma City Schools identified the victim as Jamarj Acoff in an official statement.

“This is a challenging time for us all as we deal with the loss,” Selma Interim Superintendent Darryl Aikerson stated.

Authorities arrested a 17-year-old suspect on Saturday afternoon in connection with Acoff’s murder.

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The suspect’s name has not been released due to their status as a juvenile.

The 17-year-old is currently being held without bond at the Perry County Detention Center, pending a court hearing.

At this time, police have not disclosed a motive for the shooting, and the investigation remains ongoing.

In light of the tragedy, Selma City Schools announced that grief counseling services will be available for students upon their return to school on Monday.

Authorities are urging anyone with additional information about the shooting to contact the Selma Police Department as the investigation continues.

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