Egg Harbor City Teen Arrested After January Shooting

19-year-old Shawn Thorpe charged with multiple weapons and assault offenses.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged with several weapons and assault offenses following a shooting incident in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey last month. The investigation led to multiple search warrants being executed, resulting in Thorpe's arrest on charges including unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and aggravated assault.

Why it matters

Gun violence and repeat offenders are ongoing concerns in many communities, and this case highlights the importance of thorough police investigations and the need for effective crime prevention strategies.

The details

On the evening of January 21st, Egg Harbor City police responded to reports of gunfire in the 200 block of Cincinnati Avenue. No one was injured, and no property was damaged. An investigation led to four search warrants being executed on Friday, resulting in the arrest of 19-year-old Shawn Thorpe. Thorpe was charged with multiple weapons and assault offenses, including unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and aggravated assault. He was remanded to the Atlantic County Justice Facility pending further court proceedings.

  • On the evening of Wednesday, January 21st, Egg Harbor City police responded to reports of gunfire.
  • On Friday, four search warrants were executed as part of the investigation.
  • 19-year-old Shawn Thorpe was arrested and charged following the investigation.

The players

Shawn Thorpe

A 19-year-old resident of Egg Harbor City who was arrested and charged with multiple weapons and assault offenses following the shooting incident.

Egg Harbor City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting incident and led the investigation, with assistance from the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office, New Jersey State Police, and Atlantic City Police Department's SWAT Team.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Shawn Thorpe's bail status at a future court hearing.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges communities face in addressing gun violence and repeat offenders, underscoring the need for comprehensive crime prevention strategies and effective law enforcement collaboration.