A Camden police officer who was stabbed in the neck while responding to a call outside a grocery store has been released from the hospital, showing signs of recovery and positivity. Officer Jonathan M. was discharged after receiving medical treatment for serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred on Wednesday when Officer M. and other officers responded to a report of a shoplifter at the ShopRite grocery store located in the city. According to Camden County Police, as Officer M. attempted to apprehend the suspect, he was attacked with a knife, resulting in a deep stab wound to his neck. The officer was swiftly transported to Cooper University Health Care, where he underwent surgery. Following the event, Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez expressed gratitude for the officer’s safe recovery, stating, ‘We are thankful our officer is coming home. This is a reminder of the dangers our officers face each day.’ Officer M. stated upon his release, ‘I feel good. I’m just happy to be going home to my family.’ This stabbing incident has raised concerns about officer safety and underscores the risks that law enforcement personnel face while serving the community. The suspect is currently in custody, and a criminal investigation is underway as authorities review footage from nearby surveillance cameras to gather more evidence on the incident.
Camden Police Officer Released from Hospital After Being Stabbed in the Neck
