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New Rio Grande Police Substation Officially Open

At the ribbon cutting for the new police substation were, from left, Grant Russ, Middle Township Committeeman-elect Christopher Leusner, county Commissioner Andrew Bulakowski, Middle Township Deputy Administrator Susanne Schumann, Committeeman Jim Norris, Police Chief Jennifer Pooler, Capt. Brian Murphy, Middle Township Mayor Tim Donohue, Assistant County Administrator Ron Simone, Lt. Ken Martin, county Commissioner Director Leonard Desiderio and Capt. Tracey Super.

By Christopher South

RIO GRANDE – Middle Township Police Chief Jennifer Pooler announced the official opening of the new Rio Grande substation on Friday, Dec. 22, reinforcing the department’s commitment to ensuring the safety of the community, a statement from the Police Department said.

The new substation is located at the County Commons, 3801 Route 9 south, Unit 7, adjacent to the Cape Square Entertainment Center. This positioning allows the department to better serve the southern portion of Middle Township, enhancing its responsiveness to the needs of the community, the statement said.

Pooler expressed her enthusiasm about the new facility, saying, “The opening of the Rio Grande substation allows us to continue to maintain a strong presence in the Rio Grande area and is a testament to our dedication to community safety.

“This location will enable us to provide more efficient and accessible services to the residents of the southern part of Middle Township. We believe that proximity to the Cape Square Entertainment Center will foster a sense of community and security.”

The Middle Township Police Department invites the community to visit the new substation and engage with its officers. The department remains committed to fostering positive relationships with residents and businesses alike, the statement said.

Contact the author, Christopher South, at csouth@cmcherald.com or 609-886-8600, ext. 128.

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Christopher South is a reporter for the Cape May County Herald.

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