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Ocean County Man Charged With Killing Roommate
JACKSON – A township man remains behind bars, accused of the stabbing death of his roommate, authorities said. In a joint news release, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Jackson Township Police Chief Matthew Kunz confirmed 38-year-old Louis Gargiso has been charged with Murder, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, in connection with the death of 74-year-old Robert Sunris. The incident took place on July 19.
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.
FORMER WALL TOWNSHIP TEACHER FACING ADDITIONAL CHARGES.
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: TAPinto previously reported that Julie Rizzitello, 36, of Brick Township, a former Wall Township High School teacher was arrested for having a sexual relationship with a student. Rizzietello has been charged with one count of second-degree Sexual Assault and one count of third-degree Witness Tampering.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Now she is facing additional charges for having a sexual relationship with another student, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Wednesday. According to a press release from the MCPO, as a result of their continued investigation involving members of their Special Victims...
VIDEO: Three-vehicle Accident in Lakewood Leaves Two in Flames
A three-vehicle accident in Lakewood this morning left two of the vehicles engulfed in flames. The accident happened approximately 10:25 AM at the intersection of Laurelwood and County Line Road. No serious injuries were reported. Expect delays. (Via TLS Status)
Disgraced Former Howell Police Chief Sentenced to Two Years Probation
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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...
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…
Township Recreation Director Charged With Theft
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ.- On Thursday, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer reported on Wednesday, Daniel Santaniello, 46, of Brick Township, was taken into custody and charged with Theft; and Uttering a Forged Document in connection with his position as Township Director of Recreation. The charges result from a joint investigation...
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.
Ex-Howell police chief gets probation for lying about extramarital affair with underling
FREEHOLD - In a steep fall from grace, former Howell police chief Andrew Kudrick walked out of court Friday a convicted felon, on probation for lying during an investigation about an affair he was having with a onetime subordinate. Superior Court Judge Paul X. Escandon placed Kudrck, 50, on probation for two years...
Crash on I-195 East in Upper Freehold Township
4:11 p.m. update the traffic delay has resolved and no delays reported in the area. UPPER FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ (MONMOUTH)–Around 2:55 p.m. on July 19, 2024 Hope Fire Company – Upper Freehold Firefighters, EMS and NJ State Police responded to I-195 east bound near mile post 9.6 for a motor vehicle crash. It was reported that a vehicle left the roadway overturned with entrapment. Firefighters and EMS removed the victim and transported the patient to a local hospital.
Brielle man arraigned for his role in $3.4 million insider trading scheme
NEWARK, NJ. – A former partner at a New Jersey broker-dealer firm was arraigned on charges of engaging in an insider trading scheme that netted millions of dollars in illegal trading profits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced on Thursday, July 18. Christopher Matthaei, 44, of Brielle, was arraigned before U.S.
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
Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Celebrates Success of 31st Annual Sheriff Youth Week
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office hosted a successful 31st Annual Sheriff Youth Week, celebrating over 3 decades of the longest running program in the state of its kind.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The 2024 Sheriff Youth Week began on July 8th and the class graduated from the event-filled program on July 12th. Monmouth County's Sheriff Youth Week program offers a unique opportunity for young people to explore their interests in law enforcement through police academy-style training, drill and exercise programs and instructional sessions at the Monmouth County Police Academy, 2000 Kozloski...
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