'Well-Known' Youth Coach Sexually Assaulted Boy In South Jersey: Police

BRIDGETON, NJ — A "well-known" youth coach in South Jersey faces charges after sexually assaulting a boy, authorities said Monday.

Robert "Ronnie" Marino was charged July 4 with sexual assault of a minor and endangering the welfare of a child. The offenses against the 16-year-old victim occurred the day before at Marino's Nixon Avenue home, according to the Bridgeton Police Department.

"Detectives have advised the respective athletic associations that the suspect is affiliated with in a coaching capacity," said Police Chief Michael Gaimari Sr. "Thus far, this incident remains the only investigation we are conducting at this time."

Marino, 73, remains in the Cumberland County Jail. His detention hearing was postponed from Monday to Thursday.

Anyone with information pertaining to the investigation or the suspect can contact Bridgeton Police Det. Marna Coyne at 856-502-2700 or submit the information through BPD.TIPS.