Atlantic City Police arrested a man who broke into a woman’s home, resisted arrest, and attempted to disarm officers. On September 6, 2024, at 9:38 PM, patrol officers responded to the 1500 block of Ohio Avenue for a 911 caller stating that someone was forcibly entering her home. As officers were responding, it was learned that the suspect had attacked the homeowner.
Officer Keith Jordan arrived and several citizens pointed out the suspect, 37 year old Jerome Younger. As Officer Jordan was exiting his vehicle, Younger approached him and grabbed hold of his clothing and then pushed Officer Jordan to the ground. Officer Jordan attempted to arrest Younger who began to resist arrest and fight. During the struggle, Younger attempted to grab Officer Jordan’s firearm and taser. Additional officers arrived, but Younger continued to resist arrest and fight the officers. After a lengthy struggle, Younger was taken into custody