The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office has taken over the daily operations of
a southern New Jersey town’s police
department amid allegations of misconduct by its chief.
Prosecutor Damon Tyner announced the move
Monday, noting it took effect Jan. 1 and will remain in force indefinitely.
The directive came after an investigation into “several complaints” of alleged misconduct by Linwood Police Chief John
Hamilton, who was put on paid administrative leave by the Linwood City Council.
Officials have not disclosed further details
about the allegations or the investigation.
Linwood officials declined comment, saying the
situation was considered a personnel matter.