Suspect Identified in Weekend Stabbing at Hamilton Mall

Following an arrest warrant being issued, Hamilton Township Police have taken a suspect involved in an assault at Hamilton Mall on Saturday into custody.

Based on their investigation and tips from the public, the suspect was identified as 27-year-old Haniff Cooper of Atlantic City.  A warrant was issued charging Cooper with with 3^rd degree Aggravated Assault, 3^rd degree Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purpose, 4^th degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and 4^th degree Possession of a Weapon by a Convicted Felon.

According to police, Cooper turned himself into police. Bail was set at $150,000 full cash. Cooper has been transferred to the Atlantic County Justice Facility pending court.