HOPATCONG, NJ— A New Jersey police officer is being charged with simple assault after slapping a man dressed in a bunny suit, the Sussex County Prosecutor's Office said.

Hopatcong Police Officer Nicholas J. Maresca, Jr., is being charged with one count of simple assault for slapping a man who was turning himself in to police... while dressed as a bunny.



Kevin Hemmerich was wanted by the Sheriff's Office after crashing his car without insurance, and failing to complete a 12-day-sentence. Instead of going quietly, Hemmerich donned his bunny best to go to the police station, blowing an airhorn to make sure his presence was not missed.