Instagram account alleges rampant sexual abuse at N.J. beach patrol
Updated 12:22 PM;
Authorities are investigating allegations of sexual abuse involving the Ocean City Beach Patrol after the anonymous claims were posted on social media, a city spokesman confirmed Friday.
The Instagram account — @ocbp_predators — posted multiple anonymous messages containing a range of alleged sexual misconduct involving the organization. The posts provide descriptions of alleged assaults and harassment that some postings claim were carried out by older unnamed members of the beach patrol against other members, including minors.
It was unclear if authorities have verified any of the allegations or anyone has come forward to law enforcement.