Atlantic City, NJ, man arrested after allegedly assaulting homeow

An Atlantic City man is facing a long list of charges after authorities say he broke into a woman's home, resisted arrest, and attempted to disarm officers.

The scene unfolded around 9:30 this past Friday night, September 6th, in the 1500 block of Ohio Avenue.

After receiving a 9-1-1 call from a resident who reported someone was forcibly entering her home, ACPD officers responded and several citizens pointed out the alleged suspect, 37-year-old Jerome Younger.

In a press release, the Atlantic City Police Department provided a description of what then followed,

As Officer Jordan was exiting his vehicle, Younger approached him and grabbed hold of his clothing and then pushed Officer Jordan to the ground. Officer Jordan attempted to arrest Younger who began to resist arrest and fight. During the struggle, Younger attempted to grab Officer Jordan’s firearm and taser. Additional officers arrived, but Younger continued to resist arrest and fight the officers. A conducted energy device, or taser, was deployed but was initially unsuccessful in getting Younger to submit. Younger grabbed hold of an assisting officer’s rifle during the altercation.

After a lengthy struggle and being Tased a second time, Younger was taken into custody.

According to police, officers learned that,

Younger arrived at the residence and was loudly banging on the door. The homeowner did not know Younger and called 911. Younger than forcibly kicked in the door and entered the residence. He assaulted the homeowner and pulled her outside. Younger also damaged the victim’s cell phone.

The homeowner was treated at the scene by medical personnel.

Younger is facing the following charges: