Police and EMS report summer call increases; borough buys nine new AEDs and promotes National Night Out

Wildwood Crest public safety officials on July 30 summarized a busy summer period and steps the borough is taking to support first responders.

Police statistics: the chief reported 2,284 calls for service in June 2025, with 1,170 requiring more than one officer, 154 investigations, 482 service calls (alarms, citizen assists, fires, medical assists, school‑related activities, utilities), 461 motor‑vehicle stops and 120 summonses, and 15 motor‑vehicle accidents. The department logged 456 property checks, 327 hours of training, and 30 adult arrests, including eight DWIs. The chief urged residents to attend National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at Centennial Park, which will feature music, K‑9 and drone demonstrations, public‑safety displays and family activities.

EMS summary: the EMS supervisor and OEM coordinator reported 158 EMS calls in June, with respiratory calls, traumatic injuries and falls prominent during recent weather. He noted two cardiac‑arrest events this summer and that EMT Jeremy Heft inspects AEDs monthly. The borough purchased nine new AEDs (six for the police department, two for beach patrol and one for EMS), making units compatible across buildings and departments.

Public‑safety messaging: EMS/OEM cautioned residents about flash‑flooding during heavy rain, advised against driving through standing water, and reminded motorists that law enforcement places barricades for safety.

What happens next: officials will continue training and public outreach around National Night Out; equipment inventories and maintenance will be tracked by EMS and police.