Police: Woman Brandished Axe, Assaulted Officer in Mays Landing, NJ

• Police say they encountered a woman in a tent along Leipzig Avenue
• The woman allegedly brandished an axe before dropping it
• She then allegedly struck an officer in the face and was arrested

Woman in Mays Landing Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Cop

A woman in Mays Landing has been charged after she allegedly assaulted a police officer.

The Hamilton Township Police Department says that at about 5:30 on the afternoon of Tuesday, August 26th, its officers and an outreach initiative were providing assistance to those who needed a helping hand.

While out, officers encountered Shiryle L. Seyler, who was inside of a tent on private property along Leipzig Avenue in the area of the old race track.

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Police: Woman Brandished Axe, Then Struck Officer

According to the department, upon contact, Seyler became erratic, yelling at officers, and she brandished an axe.

Police say she eventually dropped the weapon; however, as officers attempted to secure it and move it out of her reach, "Seyler struck an officer in the face with a closed fist."

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Charges Filed Against Seyler

Seyler was taken into custody and she is facing the following charges:

• Aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer
• Unlawful possession of a weapon
• Resisting arrest

The public is reminded that charges are accusations and all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.