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Cape May County, NJ – Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey Sutherland and Wildwood Crest Police Chief Robert Lloyd announce the arrest of Michael J. Lupacckino, a resident of Wildwood Crest, in connection with ongoing sexual assault allegations.

These charges follow a joint investigation initiated by the Wildwood Crest Police Department Detective Division and the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, Special Victims Unit. On March 17, 2025, the Wildwood Crest Police Department received information regarding Lupacckino's involvement in multiple incidents of sexual assault that began in October of 2024.

Following the receipt of this information, a joint investigation was launched. The investigation, which included statements from witnesses, the collection of forensic evidence, and the execution of search warrants at Lupacckino's residence, resulted in the following charges. Aggravated Sexual Assault, a crime of the first degree; Sexual Assault, a crime of the second degree and two counts of Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, a crime of the third degree.

Lupacckino is currently being held at the Cape May County Correctional Facility pending further legal proceedings. “This case highlights the strong partnership between the Wildwood Crest Police Department and the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office in our shared commitment to holding offenders accountable and ensuring the safety of our community,” said Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland.

“We are continuing our efforts to investigate and bring justice to all victims involved.” The investigation is ongoing, and authorities believe there may be additional victims. Prosecutor Sutherland and Chief Lloyd encourage anyone with additional information or who may have been a victim to come forward.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, Special Victims Unit, at 609-465-1135, the Wildwood Crest Police Department, Detective Division, at 609-522-2456 or submit an anonymous tip through the Prosecutor’s Office website at cmcpo.tips *Any charges are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless he is proven guilty.