PRESS RELEASE
WILDWOOD - As part of its continuing effort to identify and prevent potentially disruptive "pop-up" events, the Wildwood Police Department actively reviews publicly available social media posts promoting unauthorized gatherings within the city.
On July 28, 2026, members of the Wildwood Police Department Detective Division identified a social media post promoting an unsanctioned "Beach/Boardwalk Party, Video Shoot" in Wildwood. The post gained significant attention in a short period of time, and presented the potential for a large, unauthorized gathering that could disrupt public safety, and negatively affect residents, visitors and local businesses.
Wildwood Police Detectives immediately initiated an investigation, and quickly identified the individual Soudyce Diallo, a resident of Philadelphia, who is responsible for creating and promoting the post. A Cease-and-Desists notice was issued, directing the individual to cancel the event, and remove the promotional content from social media.
The Wildwood Police Department also pursued a criminal charge against the under N.J.S.A. 2C:33-2(d), Disturbance at a Public Gathering, based upon the circumstances uncovered during the investigation.
The Wildwood Police Department is committed to protecting the safety and quality of life of city's residents, businesses and visitors. Individuals who organize, promote or participate in unlawful and disruptive gatherings may be subject to enforcement under applicable New Jersey criminal laws and City of Wildwood ordinances.
This should act as a warning for anyone intending to come to Wildwood and unlawfully take over our beaches, Boardwalk, streets or other public spaces. These activities will be met with swift and appropriate enforcement.
The Criminal charge was filed following a finding of probable cause in accordance with the New Jersey Attorney General's Criminal Justice Policies and Directives. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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