Lacey Township
CRIME & SAFETY
Ocean County, NJ, man charged with fatally stabbing elder roommate: Prosecutor
An Ocean County man has been arrested in connection to a fatal stabbing early Friday morning. Louis Gargiso of Jackson Twp., NJ, charged with murder. Prosecutors say 38-year-old Louis Gargiso of Jackson Township has been charged with murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and unlawful possession of a weapon.
Baby in NJ dies after being left in 100-degree parked car
LAKEWOOD — An infant died Monday afternoon after being left inside a vehicle on one of the hottest days of the year, according to the Ocean County Proseuctor's Office. Prosecutor Bradley Billihimer said Lakewood police were notified about a child in cardiac arrest outside the Kollel Cheshek Shlomo on New Egypt Road around 1:45 p.m.
Police Seeking Information Involving Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident in Ocean County
According to Stafford Police Department, On July 20, 2024, at approximately 7:40 PM, the Stafford Township Police responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident in the area of Route 72 and Mill Creek Road. We are currently seeking any information from the public that may assist our investigation. If you...
NJ man admits to causing older bicyclist’s death at Jersey Shore
A Seaside Heights man has admitted to causing the death of an older local man, who was knocked from his bicycle last year. On Monday, 41-year-old Anthony Collins pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of 70-year-old Robert May, also of Seaside Heights, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer announced.
Police Officers Promoted In Brick
BRICK – Police Chief David Forrester and Mayor Lisa Crate presided over the promotion of two police officers during the most recent Township Council meeting, which was attended by many members of the township police department. The first to be sworn in, Sgt. Brenden Barnes, graduated from Brick Memorial...
Celebrated NJ township official stole recreation permit fees, cops say
BRICK — An award-winning recreation director has been charged with stealing municipal fees. Daniel Santaniello, 46, of Brick, asked private organizations that pay township facility permit fees to pay him directly in cash instead of paying the township, investigators said/. Santaniello pocketed the cash and issued fraudulent receipts to...
New Officers Welcomed, Promotions Congratulated
JACKSON – Township officials recognized both new hires and promoted officers of the township police department during a recent council meeting. Jackson Police Department Public Safety Director Joseph Candido, assisted by Captain John Giovanetti announced the promotion of seven officers and introduced two newly appointed full-time police officers. Lt....
Suspect arrested in burglary of three businesses
BRICK TOWNSHIP — A suspect has been arrested following a string of burglaries at businesses in Ocean and Monmouth counties. Todd M. Lansing, 46, of Brick Township, was arrested and charged with two counts of attempted burglary and one count of burglary to three commercial businesses in Brick Township. He also was charged with three counts of criminal mischief, two counts of possession of burglary tools and one count of theft, on July 2, Brick Township Chief of Police David Forrester announced.
Manchester Township Police Department Welcomes New Patrolmen
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department recently held a swearing-in ceremony for three new patrolmen: Carlos Belardo, Michael Contreras, and Ryan Thompson. The event, which took place…
Lakewood fire rousts people from 15 apartments out of their homes
LAKEWOOD - A fire tore through a block of apartments in the township Thursday evening, displacing people from at least 15 units, gutting two second-floor duplexes and damaging several others, an official said. The call about the fire on Deer Path in the Amber Grove apartment complex came in about...
Barnegat Offering Citizens Police Academy
BARNEGAT - Barnegat announced that they are offering the Barnegat Township Police Citizens Police Academy: Apply now using the following link:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER https://barnegatpolice.us/citizenspolice/ *Must be 21 or older to apply. After applying you will receive a confirmation email. You will need to click on the blue link to confirm your email address to complete the application process* For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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