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The Atlantic City Police Department arrested a man wanted on two separate assault warrants with a handgun.

On June 19, 2023, at 7:56 PM, Officer Bayron Zelaya-Chavez observed a wanted male, Michael Rodriguez-Noyola, riding his bicycle at California and Pacific Avenues.  Officer Zelaya-Chavez attempted to stop Rodriguez-Noyola when he fled on his bike on to the Boardwalk.  Ultimately, Rodriguez-Noyola was taken into custody by responding officers near Sovereign and Pacific Avenues.  He was found in possession of a loaded handgun.  Two officers sustained minor injuries in the chase.

Rodriguez-Noyola was wanted from two separate incidents that occurred in Atlantic City.  On April 28 and June 1, patrol officers responded to the same residence in reference to a woman being assaulted.  Rodriguez-Noyola was criminally charged in both incidents.   

ARRESTED:  Michael Rodriguez-Noyola, 19, of Atlantic City.

CHARGES:  Unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, possession of hollow-point ammunition, possession of a defaced firearm, obstruction of justice, resisting arrest, simple assault (two counts), and terroristic threats.

Rodriguez-Noyola was remanded to the Atlantic County Justice Facility.  The public is reminded that charges are mere allegations, and the accused is considered innocent until proven guilty.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Atlantic City Police Department Special Investigations Section at 609-347-5858 or submit a text anonymously to tip411 (847411).  Begin the text with ACPD.