Plain-language summary (this site, from the cited record only)
Winslow Twp PD reported that Patrolman Nicholas Cobian was involved in an off-duty motor vehicle crash and was arrested for operating under the influence of liquor or drugs. The agency reported that the incident violated a settlement agreement and general release between Cobian and the Township of Winslow. On February 13, 2024, the township adopted Cobian's retirement with an effective date of October 1, 2022, before discipline was imposed. The sustained charges included Conduct Unbecoming an Officer and Insubordination.
Synopsis as reported by the agency
Officer Cobian was involved in an off duty motor vehicle crash and was arrested for operating under the influence of liquor or drugs. This incident violated a Settlement Agreement and General Release between Officer Cobian and the Township of Winslow. On 2/13/2024, Winslow Twp. adopted the retirement of Officer Cobian with an effective date of 10/01/2022, prior to discipline being imposed.
Plain-language summary (this site, from the cited record only)
Winslow Twp PD reported that Patrol Officer Nicholas Cobian was suspended for 180 days after crashing his assigned patrol vehicle at the start of his shift. The agency determined that intoxication was a contributing factor. The year reported was 2021, and the sustained charge was Neglect of Duty.
Synopsis as reported by the agency
Officer Cobian was suspended for 6 months after crashing his assigned patrol vehicle at the start of his shift. Intoxication was determined to be a contributing factor.
Compensation and pension
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Sources
[1]New Jersey Major Discipline Data, 2020-2025. New Jersey Office of the Attorney General. Sheet "Major Discipline Data", row 1026. Snapshot retrieved 2026-07-03. ↩
[2]New Jersey Major Discipline Data, 2020-2025. New Jersey Office of the Attorney General. Sheet "Major Discipline Data", row 2500. Snapshot retrieved 2026-07-03. ↩