'I basically snapped': New Jersey mayor charges at resident during chaotic council meeting
Video captures New Jersey Republican Mayor Matthew Bianchini lunging at a resident during a Pemberton Township council meeting before being restrained.
TL;DR
- Pemberton Township Mayor Matthew Bianchini lunged at resident Michael Sawka during a council meeting.
- Bianchini admitted to losing his temper and stated he "snapped."
- The mayor claims Sawka made rude comments towards his family, which Sawka denies.
- Sawka has filed a municipal court complaint for assault and terroristic threats.
- The Pemberton Township Democratic Club called for leaders who can remain professional.