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Barnegat Township Man Pleads Guilty to Narcotics Distribution, Burglary and Firearms Charges
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on July 15, 2024, Quaison Ellis, 25, of Barnegat Township, pled guilty to Possession of More than One Half Ounce but Less than Five Ounces of Heroin with Intent to Distribute before the Honorable Kenneth T. Palmer, J.S.C., in connection with an incident that occurred in Barnegat on September 10, 2021. Additionally, Ellis pled guilty to Possession of More than One Half Ounce but Less than Five Ounces of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, being a Certain Person Not to Possess a Firearm, and Burglary, all in connection with an incident that also occurred in Barnegat on December 9, 2022. At the time of his sentencing on September 13, 2024, the State will be seeking a term of ten years New Jersey State Prison (NJSP) as to the possession with intent to distribute heroin charge, ten years NJSP relative to the possession with intent to distribute cocaine charge, five years NJSP – with a five year period of parole ineligibility – as to the weapon offense, and three years NJSP with regard to the burglary charge. The sentences are to run concurrently.
Father Charged After Infant Daughter Dies in Sweltering Hot Car Amidst Heat Wave
An 8-week-old girl tragically lost her life after being left in a hot car in New Jersey, as the area grapples with a severe heat wave. The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office reported that the infant was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical services. The father has since been charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child, according to a statement obtained by FOX29. High temperatures on Monday reached a scorching 97 degrees, contributing to the rapid escalation of heat inside the vehicle that proved fatal for the child.
Brick Township’s Recreation Director Arrested For Theft And Fraud
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Brick Township Police Chief David Forrester announced the arrest of Daniel Santaniello, 46, of Brick, on charges of theft and uttering a forged instrument. Santaniello, the former Director of Recreation for the Township of Brick, allegedly stole cash payments from private organizations using the township’s recreational facilities and concealed his theft by issuing fraudulent permits.
Fugitive wanted for alleged role in dismembering Toms River man found in Marlboro
TOMS RIVER — A fugitive wanted for his alleged role in dismembering the body of a local homeowner has been taken into custody in Marlboro, said Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer on Tuesday night. Jared Krysiak, 34, of Brick, was charged Saturday with hindering apprehension and with the desecration of human remains...
Brick Township Director Of Recreation Charged With Theft And Uttering A Forged Instrument
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Brick Township Police Chief David Forrester announced that on July 17, 2024, Daniel Santaniello, 46, of Brick Township, was charged with Theft and Uttering a Forged Instrument relative to his position as Director of Recreation for the Township of Brick. These charges are...
Big box store shopping in New Jersey just got smaller
In an ever ugly and sad trend another big box store announced that they are closing a chunk of their stores and trying to reorganize to stay above drowning in debt. National discount retailer Big Lots, with close to 1,400 stores nationally including twenty-seven in Monmouth and Ocean counties here in New Jersey, has announced that they are closing up to forty stores nationally and opening three more. Big Lots closed fifty-two stores in 2023 due to inferior performance.
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.
8-week-old baby dies after N.J. dad leaves her in hot car, authorities say
An 8-week-old girl died after being left alone in a hot car by her father “for an extended period” Tuesday afternoon in Lakewood, authorities allege. Avraham Chaitovsky, 28, of Jackson, has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office said. Additional charges are possible.
Big box store shopping in New Jersey just got smaller
In an ever ugly and sad trend another big box store announced that they are closing a chunk of their stores and trying to reorganize to stay above drowning in debt. National discount retailer Big Lots, with close to 1,400 stores nationally including twenty-seven in Monmouth and Ocean counties here in New Jersey, has announced that they are closing up to forty stores nationally and opening three more. Big Lots closed fifty-two stores in 2023 due to inferior performance.
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...
A Brand New Fried Chicken Chain Is Opening Its First NJ Store In Monmouth County
Move over Colonel, there's a new chicken joint coming to Jersey and it looks like it's going to change the game for fried chicken lovers all over the state!. Now, I've never heard of this place before but after doing a little digging into what they're all about, I'm excited to see that they're making a move towards the Jersey Shore.
10 most expensive homes sold in Ocean County, July 8-14
A house in Brick that sold for $5.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Ocean County in the past week. In total, 238 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $570,185. The average price per square foot was $339.
Beachwood Beach in New Jersey Bans Swimming For Rest of Summer 2024
A popular New Jersey beach has banned all swimming for the remainder of the 2024 season. Officials representing Beachwood Beach, which is located in Ocean County, NJ, just made the announcement that swimming has been banned for the remainder of the 2024 season. The decision comes as borough officials cited...
Ocean County Man Pleads Guilty To Dealing Drugs
BRICK – A Township man has pled guilty to possessing large amounts of cocaine and cash, officials said. Ezra Wheeler, 27, of Brick, pled guilty to Possession of More than One Half-Ounce but Less than Five Ounces of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute in connection with an investigation that took place in Brick in June of 2023.
Fulfill Food Bank Appoints New Chair and Executive Officers as It Marks 40 Years of Service
NEPTUNE, NJ – Fulfill, the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, has made significant leadership changes as it celebrates its 40th anniversary of combating hunger and fostering food security along the Jersey Shore. The organization, known for its extensive network of nearly 300 partners including soup kitchens, food pantries, and shelters, provides vital food and services to over 100,000 residents, families, children, seniors, and veterans in need. In a unanimous decision, the Board of Trustees elected Susan Doctorian Kyrillos, Principal at SK Partners, as the new Chair. Kyrillos, a distinguished businessperson and community leader, has a...
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