09/14/2026
North Wildwood Police Announces Arrest for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Weapons Offenses
On September 11, 2026, the North Wildwood Police Department responded to the area of 400 E. 26th Avenue, for an emergency. Upon arrival, officers located a female, later identified as Tammy M. Paulin (46) from Greenville, PA exhibiting signs of a possible drug overdose. Officers also located two juveniles on premise who contacted 911.
A court authorized search warrant was conducted at the residence in which a loaded Ta**us G3 9mm handgun and two high-capacity magazines were located, unsecured underneath a mattress. Paulin was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and Possession of High-Capacity Magazines. Paulin was placed on a warrant as per bail reform guidelines and transported to the Cape May County Correctional Facility. She is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The North Wildwood Police Department would like to recognize the efforts of our Patrol & Detective Bureau for their collaboration and investigative efforts during this case. We would also like to thank the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office Child Advocacy Center for their assistance. If you have any information related to this case, please contact the North Wildwood Police Department Detective Bureau at (609) 522-2411. The public can also provide tips anonymously through our website at www.nwpd.org/tips “Submit a TIP” icon.
