Actor Arrested After Road Rage Shooting Near Stockton University Unsettles Community

Road rage led to a New Jersey actor shooting a woman in the face. The actor is now charged with major crimes. Because of this, Stockton University Galloway Township students were urged to stay put. The event took place at the building’s front door at 12:45 p.m. on September 11, 2012.

The 46-year-old Port Republic resident Heinz drove a white Honda SUV. Her victims stated Heinz blocked her from joining lanes. Heinz allegedly made threats, drew a firearm, and shot the woman in the nose. Both cars were stopped at a red signal near Redwood Avenue and West Jimmie Leeds Road. The bullet wound enlarged her upper lip and cheek. After hospitalization, she is doing well.

The police responded shortly to the call. This person reported the attacker was white with ponytailed blonde hair. Investigators claimed the shooter drove a white SUV. Late that day, Galloway Township police found the suspect at Heinz’s Blue Heron Pines Development home. The inquiry involved search warrants for multiple Port Republic and Galloway Township homes and two autos.

Stockton University warns Galloway campus residents to stay inside since the culprit is still at large and could hurt anyone. Students were urged to stay indoors. Campus administrators clarified that the event occurred in the non-campus area next to the university. The shelter-in-place order was lifted after several hours. This occurred shortly after the culprit was arrested and questioned. The institution canceled classes for the day. Next morning, everything was fine.

Authorities allege Heinz attempted murder, hit someone hard with a gun, and committed additional firearms crimes. The Atlantic County Justice Facility holds him. The victim’s recovery worried university officials, and locals said the episode demonstrates how fast road rage can turn lethal, even over a minor driving dispute.

Many individuals have discussed this incident and what drivers should do to stay safe, regulate guns, and handle anger on the road. Officials say they will help community members affected by this horrific tragedy while investigations continue.

Sources
NBC Philadelphia
WPVI 6-ABC
CBS Philadelphia
News-12 New Jersey