Egg Harbor City Teen Charged in January Shooting

19-year-old Shawn Thorpe faces multiple weapons and assault charges after investigation

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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A 19-year-old Egg Harbor City resident named Shawn Thorpe has been arrested and charged with several counts related to a shooting incident that occurred on January 21st in the 200 block of Cincinnati Avenue in the city. The investigation led to search warrants being executed and Thorpe being charged with weapons and assault offenses, while another individual, 31-year-old Gayla Hart, was also taken into custody on unrelated outstanding warrants.

Why it matters

Gun violence and public safety are ongoing concerns in many New Jersey communities, and this case highlights the importance of thorough police investigations to identify and apprehend suspects involved in such incidents. The charges against Thorpe reflect the seriousness with which authorities are treating this case.

The details

On the evening of January 21st, Egg Harbor City police responded to reports of gunfire on the 200 block of Cincinnati Avenue. While no one was injured and no property was damaged, an investigation was launched that led to the execution of four search warrants this past Friday. As a result, 19-year-old Shawn Thorpe was arrested and charged with two counts each of unlawful weapon possession, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and certain persons not to possess weapons, as well as charges of aggravated assault, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and conspiracy to commit aggravated assault.

  • On the evening of January 21st, 2026, Egg Harbor City police responded to reports of gunfire on the 200 block of Cincinnati Avenue.
  • On February 6th, 2026, four search warrants were executed in Egg Harbor City as part of the investigation.

The players

Shawn Thorpe

A 19-year-old resident of Egg Harbor City who was arrested and charged in connection with the January 21st shooting incident.

Gayla Hart

A 31-year-old Egg Harbor City resident who was taken into custody on unrelated outstanding warrants during the investigation.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Shawn Thorpe's bail status at a hearing scheduled for February 15th.

The takeaway

This case underscores the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies to investigate and apprehend suspects involved in gun-related incidents, highlighting the ongoing challenges communities face in addressing gun violence and public safety concerns.