Overview

• A vehicle crash investigation in New Jersey last fall led to the suspension of the local police chief and one of his officers after an altercation caught on bodycam footage.
• Police Chief Leonard Guida allegedly arrived at the scene intoxicated, leading to a physical confrontation with Sgt. William Major, who slammed Guida onto a police cruiser.
• Guida, who earns between $174,000 and $204,000 a year, was placed on paid leave following the incident, while Major has since returned to duty.
• The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office has completed its investigation into the matter, and the borough of Bradley Beach is reviewing the report to determine appropriate consequences.
• The incident has sparked discussions about police conduct and the need for accountability within law enforcement agencies.