Cape May County Freeholder E. Marie Hayes will talk about her 29 years in law enforcement at the next installment of the Ocean City Historical Museum Thursday Night Series at 7 p.m. July 17.
The lecture is free and open to the public. Her fascinating stories grow out of her sometimes harrowing assignments. It will be held at the museum in the Ocean City Community Center at 1735 Simpson Avenue.
Hayes was the first female director of a Major Crime Unit, supervising three lieutenants, three sergeants, 14 detectives and six agents. Her work took her to situations that would rival any police stories on television — from the county-wide Gun Buy-Back Program (300 firearms, including 2 assault weapons) to investigations of child abuse and death, computer crimes and sexual assault response. Her investigative assignments included Alcohol Beverage Control violations, insurance fraud, arson investigations and even voice stress analysis.
She has been president of the Mid-Atlantic Association of Women in Law Enforcement, and continues to be an FBI National Associate. Now a Cape May County Freeholder, she understands criminal justice.
Thursday’s presentation will include a time for a question-and-answer session. The Ocean City Historical Museum preserves history and celebrates those who make history.
The museum is in the midst of a new members drive with memberships ranging from $25 for individuals, $50 for families, $125 for benefactor. Corporate sponsorships are also provided by businesses in Ocean City. Members receive special opportunities and discounts at the museum.
— News release from the Ocean City Historical Museum
