South Jersey Coach Arrested for Sexual Assault Allegations Involving High School Student

August 6, 2026
South Jersey Coach Arrested for Sexual Assault Allegations Involving High School Student
  • A South Jersey track and football coach, Joel Deanley Jr., 26, was arrested and charged by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office with three counts of second-degree sexual assault and three counts of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child for a sexual relationship with a female high school student since June.

  • Investigators say the offenses involved Timber Creek High School in Gloucester Township, where Deanley served in multiple coaching roles and as a school aide.

  • Deanley held positions including head coach for boys and girls winter track, assistant football coach, and assistant girls track coach, in addition to being a school aide at Timber Creek High School.

  • Authorities have reached out to Black Horse Pike Regional School District for additional information.

  • One identified victim has been named, and investigators say there may be further allegations, with the investigation continuing if new information emerges.

  • No additional victims have been confirmed at this time, according to officials.

  • Anyone with information is urged to contact the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit or Gloucester Township Police, or submit tips via CAMDEN.TIPS.

  • Public tips and cooperation are being sought from the community to aid the investigation.

  • Timber Creek Regional School District has not publicly stated whether Deanley remains employed; district officials did not respond to inquiries about his employment status.

  • Deanley has been removed from all student-facing duties and barred from district property as the investigation proceeds.

  • The incident is centered on Timber Creek High School in Gloucester Township, with law enforcement agencies investigating the case.

  • Deanley previously attended Sterling High School and Rowan University.

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