ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Families lined Albany Avenue Beach as the Atlantic City Police Department joined the 25th Annual Officer Dennis McGurk Memorial “Hooked on Fishing – Not on Drugs” Fishing Derby, a community event dedicated to honoring a fallen officer while steering local youth toward positive activities.

A legacy of service

The derby, named in memory of Officer Dennis McGurk, has become a tradition that unites children, parents, and law enforcement in a day of fishing, prizes, and community bonding. McGurk, remembered for his commitment to public service, is honored each year through the program that highlights fun and healthy alternatives for young people.

Youth and police side by side

Atlantic City Police Department officers, joined by the New Jersey State Police, spent the day a

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