Police Blotter

The poster child of New Jersey’s flailing bail reform system is finally in jail where he belongs to await trial.  Accused repeat sex crime suspect Christopher Wilson was remanded back to jail after the judge who set him free on pretrial release, according to the Asbury Park Press.

The Asbury Park Press today reported that Wilson was taken back into custody on Thursday where he will wait for his trial.

 

A new video released by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Officer in New Jersey describes possible end game scenarios for teenagers who send others naked and provocative pictures to each other.

It’s a video every parent should watch with their children.

See what can bring horrid/negative consequences for the rest of your child’s life?

Entitled, “Will You Hit Send” is a 16 minute action drama movie with the goal of highlighting the consequences of using social media for sending, receiving, and/or displaying sexually explicit or sexually suggestive communications over the internet.

https://www.facebook.com/OCProsecutor/videos/636963159835128/

This weekend, a joint effort by the Lacey Police Department and Ocean County Sheriff’s Department netted a man dealing cocaine out of his Maui Drive home went bust under New Jersey Bail Reform after the man was released without bail shortly afterwards.

According to records from the Ocean County Jail, the man has since been released from incarceration without bail.

From the Lacey Township Police Department:

The Lacey Township Police Detectives recently completed an ongoing drug investigation into cocaine distribution. The investigation began after information was obtained that a resident from Maui Drive in Forked River, was distributing cocaine from his residence.  Search warrants were obtained for both the residence and the vehicle of the suspect, identified as 32-year-old John Appleby, 3^rd.

On the afternoon of Saturday, March 18, 2017, detectives from the Lacey Township Police Narcotics Unit executed search warrants for the suspect’s Maui Drive residence and his vehicle. John Appleby was stopped while he was traveling northbound on Route 9 in Forked River in his Jeep Rubicon. During the search of his vehicle, detectives discovered approximately one ounce of cocaine and a small amount of methamphetamine.  John Appleby and his passenger, identified as 19-year-old Samantha Matthias of Maui Drive in Forked River, were both arrested and the Jeep Rubicon was impounded.  The search of the Maui Drive residence revealed digital scales and packaging consistent with distribution.

Both John Appleby and Samantha Matthias were charged with Possession of Controlled Substances, Intent to Distribute more than One-Half Ounce of Cocaine, and Conspiracy to Distribute Cocaine.  John Appleby was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility to await a bail hearing (in conjunction with Bail Reform) while Samantha Matthias was released on her own recognizance.

Several K-9 Units from the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department and two officers from the Lacey Township Police Patrol Division assisted with the searches. The street value of the drugs is estimated at $3,000.

Manchester Twp. NJ – On Sunday, March 19, 2017, at approximately 12:10 pm, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the area of Route 70, near mile post 41.4 in the Whiting section of the Township for the report of a collision involving a motorcycle and a pick-up truck.  Upon arrival, officers located a gray, 2006 Dodge Ram pickup truck and a black, 2016 Harley Davidson FXD, on the eastbound shoulder of the roadway. Both vehicles had been moved out of the roadway by assisting motorists prior to police arrival.

The initial investigation revealed that both the pick-up truck and the motorcycle were traveling eastbound on Route 70 when the driver of the pick-up applied his brakes due to the slowing of traffic ahead.  In doing so, the operator of the motorcycle which was traveling behind the pick-up applied heavy braking and intentionally laid the motorcycle down on its left side to avoid direct impact with the rear of the Dodge. The motorcycle slid a significant distance before colliding with the rear bumper of the pick-up truck and coming to rest underneath it.

The operator of the motorcycle, 18-year-old James Hughes III of Whiting, was not wearing a DOT approved helmet at the time of the collision and sustained moderate injuries to his face, both hands, and left ankle.  He was transported to Community Medical Center in Toms River for treatment of his injuries.  The driver of the Dodge, 58- year-old Michael Connor, and his front seat passenger, 49-year-old Catia Connor, both of Lakewood, were properly restrained with seatbelts and were uninjured in the collision.

Assisting at the scene were EMT’s from Quality Medical Transport.  The crash remains under investigation by Patrolman Ian Bole of the Manchester Township Police Department Traffic Safety Unit.  The Manchester Township Police Department wants to remind all motorcyclists to always wear a DOT approved helmet. Not only is it the law but it can save your life.

FREEHOLD — A grand jury has indicted a physician assistant from Ocean County on charges he prescribed medication when he wasn’t licensed to do so. The indictment, handed up by a grand jury in Monmouth County on Thursday, charges Frank Campione, 47, of Brick, with unlawful practice of medicine. The indictment says he prescribed prescription medication…

TOMS RIVER-A pizza delivery guy who never leaves the restaurant without his dashcam running captured a shocking video from Friday evening show what he felt was an impaired driver crashing into the median on Route 37.

The crash was caught on video just east of BJ’s Wholesale Club.   As the driver weaved between lanes, he caught the attention of a Toms River policeman who got behind the vehicle.  Seconds later the truck veers towards oncoming traffic and crashes into the median.

Police did not release any details on this incident.  This case is now open to the internet’s online judge and jury. Leave your comment below.

More Toms River Mayhem: WOBM radio host’s crash moved to Atlantic County after conflict of interest issues.

ATLANTIC COUNTY-Jay McKeen, a spokesperson for the Atlantic City Prosecutor’s Office said his office is now reviewing a case against local Ocean County philanthropist and WOBM radio host Jeremy Grunin.

The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the incident that occurred involving Grunin in Island Heights last July has been transferred to Atlantic County over a conflict of interest issue.  Grunin’s foundation had previously awarded a $10,000 donation to Tina’s House, a charity promoted by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.

In July of 2016, Grunin was involved in a car crash and subsequent police chase in Island Heights, as reported by the Island Heights Police Department.

A source close to the case said Atlantic County may have a hard time trying the case against Grunin since the incident was not reported to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office for nearly a month after it happened and a proper accident scene investigation was never conducted.

McKeen said at this time no trial date has been scheduled.

The incident was also never reported in the media.

According to the Island Heights Police Department, this is what happened that night:

On Sunday July 17, 2016 @ 12:23am, while on patrol, Patrolman Robert Sinnott observed what appeared to be a lot of smoke in the roadway on Central Ave. Upon arrival at the scene, there were two vehicles into a pole both with extensive damage.

The 2nd vehicle was occupied by a male who had blood running down his face. At this time, Ptl. Sinnott notified the county dispatch to dispatch fire & first aid.

Ptl. Sinnott quickly exited his vehicle to check on the driver of the vehicle, at which time, the driver backed his car up and began to drive away. Ptl. Sinnott was yelling to the driver to “stop” but he continued on his way. Ptl. Sinnott when returning to his vehicle, saw the vehicle lose control and crash into a parked car pushing it along the curb.

Ptl. Sinnott went over to the vehicle and spoke with the driver who did not realize he was just in two accidents and he stated to Ptl. Sinnott that everything was ok and he was going home. Ptl. Sinnott advised him to stay in his car while he checked the other vehicles. As Ptl. Sinnott walked away, he started up his vehicle and began to drive away. Ptl. Sinnott signaled him to stop and he did not acknowledge his order.

Ptl. Sinnott concerned for the driver’s safety and others, reached his hand in attempt to turn off the vehicle but he began to drive away while Ptl. Sinnott was ordering him to stop his vehicle. Ptl. Sinnott at this point stepped away from the vehicle and returned to his marked unit to follow and stop the vehicle in question. Ptl. Sinnott activated his lights & siren and the vehicle stopped. Ptl. Sinnott advised the driver to turn off his car and give him his keys and he did. As Ptl. Sinnott again attempted to check on the other vehicles, the car started up due to it having a key fob.

Ptl. Sinnott quickly opened the door and had the driver who was having trouble maintaining his balance get out of the vehicle. Ptl. Sinnott assisted him with sitting down on the side of the road. The Island Heights Fire Chief arrived along with Toms River CSO MED unit, MONOC paramedics and Toms River Police Department.

It was at this time, that the driver was identified as Jeremy Grunin, 42 years old of Toms River. Mr. Grunin refused medical attention several times but in the end did end up being transported to Community Medical Center for a head laceration. Due to his medical condition, Ptl. Sinnott was unable to conduct a field sobriety test. Mr. Grunin was charged with eluding police, failure to wear seatbelt, careless driving(2), leaving the scene of an accident(2), failure to report an accident(2), failure to maintain lane(2) and failure to observe police officers orders. A court date is pending. Lt. Kevin Arnold, Ptl. Paul Rutledge & Ptl. Michael Conrad assisted.

 

Source: Island Heights Police Department Facebook Page.

News release published by Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office:

Today (3/14/17) the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Major Crimes Unit, along with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department CSI, were dispatched to the Silver Ridge Apartments located at 109 Edgewood Court in Toms River reference a reported police involved shooting.

OCPO’s investigating detectives preliminarily report that at approximately 12:30 pm, two members of the Toms River Police Department were following up on a prior report of a person believed to be in need of professional mental health intervention services.  During the course of their investigation a physical altercation took place after making contact with the 56 year old white male subject.  That altercation lead to the discharge of a service weapon(s).  The male subject was subsequently pronounced deceased.  An autopsy by the Ocean County Medical Examiners Office will be conducted and a full report regarding the cause and manner of death will be included in future investigative findings.

At this time the investigation and scene processing are the priority.  When all the facts and circumstances surrounding the event are definitively confirmed a full account will be issued to the press by our office.  This will not take place today.  We ask for your patience and willingness to refrain from soliciting unofficial sources in an effort to rush to judgement.

An Ocean County man admitted in court today he stole over $10,000 in cash from the Howell Township municipal office where he served as director, announced Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni.

Christian Jackson, 45, of Jackson, pleaded guilty Thursday to one count of third degree Theft by Unlawful Taking in front of Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Richard W. English. Jackson admitted he stole $10,639 in cash receipts between February 2014 and June 2016, while serving as the Director of Land Use for Howell Township. The stolen cash was money the township received for permit applications from residents and businesses.

As part of his plea agreement with the State, this Office will recommend a term of probation at the time of sentencing. Jackson will also be prohibited from holding any public office, position or employment in the future. Jackson will forfeit his retirement benefits under the state’s Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and pay restitution in the amount of $10,639. Sentencing is scheduled for May 26, 2017 before Judge English.

The case is assigned to Monmouth County Assistant Prosecutor Lawrence Nelsen.

Jackson is represented by Mitchell J. Ansell, Esq., of Ocean Township.

In November 2012, the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, under the leadership of Prosecutor Gramiccioni, launched a Corruption Tip Line designed to solicit the public’s assistance in identifying and targeting corruption, fraud and misconduct occurring in local governmental agencies.

Citizens may report concerns via the following: Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Corruption Tip Line – 855-7-UNJUST (855 786-5878); or E-mail at: corruption@co.monmouth.nj.us  write “Corruption/Misconduct Tip” in the subject line.

Submitted by TRPD

Toms River Police Officers Ken Thomas and Matt Crosta just had the pleasure of attending a ceremony at TD Bank on Bridge Ave in Point Pleasant. This follows up a week long fundraising event by several TD Bank branches, including all of the branches located in Toms River. The PBA was presented with a check in the amount of $7,750 for the Brett Hansen Fund. All TD Bank employees and administrators sent their best wishes to Brett and to our entire agency. It was a very humbling experience for our officers to witness firsthand the community support we continue to receive. A special thank you goes to Officer Kyle Martucci for working closely with TD Bank, not only on this fundraiser, but with all aspects of the Brett Hansen Fund.

MANCHESTER – The New Jersey State Police, with assistance from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and Manchester Police Department have arrested Artemio Gayton, 43, of Manchester Township, N.J. after detectives seized more than $1 Million worth of heroin from his residence.

During a week-long investigation, State Police detectives from the Trafficking South Unit discovered that Gayton was distributing heroin in Manchester Township. On Wednesday, March 1, detectives, along with members of the New Jersey State Police Crime Suppression Central Unit, located and arrested Gayton during a car stop. Further investigation led detectives to Gayton’s residence where they seized 10 kilograms of heroin.

PATERSON-Former Jackson Township Business Administrator Jose “Joey” Torres said today that he is innocent of charges against him levied by the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General.

“I am extremely disappointed and surprised that the Attorney General has elected to pursue this case and file these charges against me,” Torres said. “I have never wavered from the fact that I am innocent.”

Torres is being charged for allegedly directing public workers to perform work at a beer distribution facility being opened by his family. The work, including renovation, painting, carpentry, and electrical work, was allegedly performed while the three supervisors and other DPW employees were working for and being paid by the City of Paterson.  City workers were paid overtime for the work, the state says was not only ordered by Torres, but in which he oversaw.

“This is a case of old-school public corruption and abuse of power,” said Attorney General Porrino “Mayor Torres is alleged to have misappropriated public resources and workers to advance a family business, and his co-defendants allegedly joined in his blatantly crooked scheme. We have zero tolerance for this type of abuse of public office in New Jersey.”

Torres today said he was shocked because his lawyer had been engaged in dialogue with the Attorney General’s Office as recently as February 14th.

“We were cooperating,” he said. “We were notified at the last possible moment that the state would be unsealing an indictment.”

“Thankfully, we live in a country where everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty,” Torres added. “an indictment is not a proof of any wrongdoing.”

Torres said when the full story is told, he will be vindicated.   Torres said he will not step aside from his duty as mayor and will continue working for the city.

“I do not intend to let these baseless charges deter me from those more important tasks,” Torres said.

 

Press release issued by NJ Attorney General’s Office
Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino today announced that a state grand jury has indicted Paterson Mayor Jose “Joey” Torres and three supervisors in the Paterson Department of Public Works (“DPW”) for allegedly conspiring to have city employees perform work at a private warehouse leased by the mayor’s daughter and nephew while the employees were being paid by the city.

The Division of Criminal Justice Corruption Bureau obtained a six-count indictment yesterday, March 6, which was unsealed today, charging the following defendants with conspiracy (2nd degree), official misconduct (2nd degree), pattern of official misconduct (2nd degree), theft by unlawful taking or disposition (3rd degree), tampering with public records or information (3rd degree), and falsifying or tampering with records (4th degree):

Mayor Jose “Joey” Torres, 58, of Paterson, N.J.;
Joseph Mania, 51, of Randolph, N.J., Supervisor, Paterson DPW Facilities Division;
Imad Mowaswes, 52, of Clifton, N.J., Supervisor, Paterson DPW Traffic Division; and
Timothy Hanlon, 30, of Woodland Park, N.J., Assistant Supervisor, Paterson DPW Facilities Division.
The mayor and the three supervisors were indicted in an ongoing investigation by the Division of Criminal Justice Corruption Bureau and the New Jersey State Police Official Corruption Bureau into alleged abuses involving the Paterson DPW and improper use of city employees and overtime pay. The defendants are being processed on the charges at the Totowa State Police Station.

The indictment alleges that, at Mayor Torres’ behest and under his supervision, Mania, Mowaswes and Hanlon performed work and/or assigned subordinate employees to perform work at a private warehouse leased by “Quality Beer,” a limited liability company formed by Torres’ daughter and his nephew. The work, including renovation, painting, carpentry, and electrical work, was allegedly performed while the three supervisors and other DPW employees were working for and being paid by the City of Paterson.

“This is a case of old-school public corruption and abuse of power,” said Attorney General Porrino “Mayor Torres is alleged to have misappropriated public resources and workers to advance a family business, and his co-defendants allegedly joined in his blatantly crooked scheme. We have zero tolerance for this type of abuse of public office in New Jersey.”

“Mayor Torres played the generous father and uncle, but he left the bill for his largess with city taxpayers, who paid for the overtime shifts that city employees worked at this private warehouse,” said Director Elie Honig of the Division of Criminal Justice. “We allege that these defendants corruptly exploited public workers and funds for their own benefit.”

“Jose Torres generously helped his family finance their endeavor to start a local business, but chose to leave the bill with the taxpayers who trusted him to run the city,” said Colonel Rick Fuentes, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police. “I commend the great work of the troopers of the State Police Official Corruption Bureau and our partners for exposing this alleged betrayal of public office.”

On multiple dates between July 2014 and April 2015, Mania, Mowaswes, Hanlon and other DPW employees allegedly performed work at the private warehouse facility at 82 East 15th Street in Paterson while “on the clock” with the DPW. Mayor Torres allegedly directed that the work be performed and supervised the work. The daughter and nephew intended to use the warehouse as a wholesale liquor distribution facility, but they ultimately terminated the lease after failing to obtain the necessary permits and license from the state.

It is further alleged that Mania, in his capacity as a DPW supervisor, caused false time-keeping records to be submitted to the city, including overtime verification forms and bi-weekly timesheets. These records allegedly falsely stated that Mania and other DPW employees were working overtime details on legitimate city projects, when, in fact, Mania knew that he and the other employees spent at least part of these overtime shifts working at the private warehouse. By submitting and signing off on these timekeeping records and authorizing the overtime details, Mania caused the City of Paterson to make overtime payments to himself and other employees for hours spent performing private work for the mayor and his relatives, with no connection to any legitimate city business. Mania’s co-defendants, including the mayor, also are charged with falsifying these records as accomplices and co-conspirators.

Deputy Bureau Chief Jeffrey Manis and Deputy Attorneys General Cynthia Vazquez and Peter Baker presented the case to the state grand jury for the Division of Criminal Justice Corruption Bureau. They are conducting the ongoing investigation with detectives in the New Jersey State Police Official Corruption North Squad. Attorney General Porrino commended all of the members of the State Police Official Corruption North Squad for their work on the investigation.

Attorney General Porrino and Division Director Elie Honig urged anyone with information pertaining to this ongoing investigation to contact the Division of Criminal Justice at its toll-free Corruption Tipline 1-866-TIPS-4CJ to report the information confidentially. The public can also log on to the Division webpage at www.njdcj.org to report suspected wrongdoing confidentially.

Second-degree crimes carry a sentence of five to 10 years in state prison and a criminal fine of up to $150,000. The official misconduct and pattern of official misconduct charges carry a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison without eligibility for parole. Third-degree crimes carry a sentence of three to five years in prison and a fine of up to $15,000, with a mandatory minimum period of parole ineligibility of two years on the tampering with public records charge. Fourth-degree crimes carry a sentence of up to 18 months in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.

The indictment is merely an accusation and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

The indictment was handed up to Superior Court Judge Peter E. Warshaw in Mercer County, who assigned the case to Bergen County, where the defendants will be ordered to appear in court at a later date for arraignment on the charges.

An ongoing FBI probe into the activities of former Jackson Township Business Administrator Jose “Joey” Torres is reportedly expanding, according to a report in today’s Star Ledger. Torres served as township administrator before bumping up his pension and retiring in Jackson Township.

Torres was approved by the township council despite claims and concerns from residents that he was both unqualified and for his political connections. Jackson Township’s Republican majority council of Ken Bressi, Scott Martin and Anne Updegrave approved Torres’ eventual appointment. Since leaving Jackson after his retirement, Torres once again was elected to be mayor of Paterson, but has been the source of numerous accusations of wrongdoing, ethics accusations and the center of an FBI investigation.

The following is a report from today’s Star Ledger newspaper.

PATERSON — Federal authorities issued a subpoena for Paterson’s records with an Ocean County lawyer as part of an ongoing investigation, the Paterson Press reported. Investigators issued the subpoena for documents concerning a $100,000, annual contract with the firm, Gilmore and Monahan of Toms River, according to the report. One of the firm’s partners and Ocean…

An Ocean County man walking along a Florida highway jumped off an overpass after twice trying to push a police officer into oncoming traffic on Saturday, authorities said. Brandon N. Lintner, 25, of Little Egg Harbor, got into what Pensacola police described in a news release as a “violent struggle” with an officer along Interstate 110…

It was a deadly weekend across New Jersey with at least eight people killed in fires or car crashes. Three of those killed were pedestrians, while a Union City father and a 30-year-old man were critically hurt following separate incidents which killed family members A former Elizabeth police officer died after his car crashed into a…

TOMS RIVER – Before a packed courtroom of family, friends and fellow firefighters, the man accused of slaying a retired FDNY lieutenant in 2015 pleaded not guilty Monday to murder and other charges. Conrad Sipa, 52, was indicted in February on charges of murder, hindering apprehension, tampering with evidence and multiple weapons offenses in connection with…

At 3:08am on March 5, 2017 the Jackson Police Department received a 911 call regarding a structural fire at 109 First Street. First Street is in the Southwind Mobile Home Development off East Veterans Highway. Upon officer’s arrival, the sole homeowner and his dog were already outside the residence. The homeowner indicated he emptied his ashtray into the garbage can prior to going to sleep. About an hour later, the homeowner stated he was awoken when his dog Marley jumped on his bed to get his attention. After waking, the homeowner noticed smoke in the air, an orange glow coming from the kitchen area of the mobile home and the smoke detectors alarming. The homeowner was able to exit the mobile home through a bedroom window with his dog without sustaining any injuries.

Jackson Fire Companies Station 55, 56 and 57 responded along with Jackson First Aid. The Ocean County Fire Marshall also responded and assisted with the investigation. Jackson Police Officer Javier DeLaTorre, Officer Kafton and Officer Daniels responded and assisted. A portion of the mobile home development and East Veterans Highway were closed to all traffic until approximately 6:30am.

Photo: GoogleMaps/StockPhoto

by Ralph Stocco, TRPD

TOMS RIVER-On March 3^rd at 7:13 pm police and medical units responded to the corner of Bay Avenue and Coolidge Avenue for a woman that was struck by a vehicle.  Upon arrival they observed an unconscious female in the roadway.  They immediately began life saving measures and transported her to Community Medical Center.

Initial reports are that Gina Russomanno, 57, who resides on Coolidge Avenue; was walking north on Coolidge approaching Bay Avenue.  She was crossing Bay Avenue when she was struck by a 2001 Toyota Tacoma driven by Nicolo Accreditato, 19, of Hunt Drive in Toms River.  Accreditato’s vehicle was traveling West on Bay Avenue prior to the crash.

Ms. Russomanno died a short time after arriving at the hospital as a result of multiple injuries.

Traffic Safety Officer Adam Koeppen is leading the investigation with the assistance of the Ocean County Prosecutors Office Vehicular Investigation Unit, and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department CSI Unit.

On March 2nd at 7:38 pm police and medical units responded to the area of Route 37 and Hawser place for a motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival they located Lovell Smith, 39, lying in the travel lane of Route 37. Smith, of South Toms River, was transported by medevac helicopter to Jersey Shore Medical Center where she remains in critical condition.

Traffic Officer Adam Koeppen determined that Ms. Smith was at the Pine Rest Motel and was dog sitting a friends pet. The dog broke free and ran into Route 37 where it was struck by a 2006 GMC Envoy. The driver of the GMC immediately stopped to check on the dog. Ms. Lovell then entered the roadway, presumably to check on the dog. She was subsequently struck by a 2003 Ford Explorer that was being driven westbound on Route 37. The driver of the Ford, Gary Meseroll, 53, had no opportunity to avoid the impact with the woman. Meseroll, of Toms River, had no signs of impairment and charges are not expected to be filed against him.

by Al DellaFave, OCPO

TOMS RIVER-Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy today announced the arrest of Lt. John C. Adams, 40, of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department. Lt. Adams is charged with second degree Official Misconduct, second degree Theft and third degree Possession of Cocaine.

The charges stem from an investigation conducted by investigators from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Federal Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms Bureau. The investigation revealed that on May 15, 2015, Lt. Adams, who was assigned to the Canine Unit, legitimately came into possession of cocaine for the purpose of training canines to detect the drug. He worked within the unit as a certified canine handler and a certified canine handler instructor. Between May 15, 2015 and February 11, 2017, cocaine was determined to be missing from the location within the Sheriff’s Department where it was kept for periodic training. Subsequent investigation alleges that Adams had diverted the cocaine to his own personal use.

Adams surrendered himself to the Toms River Police Department. He was issued his complaint summons and the Superior Court will schedule his first appearance. Adams is presently suspended from his position with the Sheriff’s Department. He has been an employee of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department since July 2000.

BERKELEY-Berkeley Township Mayor Carmen Amato and the township council on Monday passed a resolution to call for the repeal of New Jersey’s new Bail Reform and Speedy Trial Act.

The governing body unanimously approved the resolution which will be sent to Governor Chris Christie, the New Jersey Legislature, New Jersey Courts and office of Attorney General Christopher Porrino.

The council cited the recent resolutions passed by the Ocean County Association of [Police] Chiefs that called for the immediate suspension of the law which has allowed even violent criminals to be release from jail after pre-trial hearings, in some cases, multiple times.

Just hours after liberal Fox News commentator Alan Colmes died on Thursday, a Slate writer devoted an entire article to viciously attacking Colmes as a “buffoon” and a “patsy.” Colmes, who hosted “The Alan Colmes Show” on Fox News radio and was a former co-host of “Hannity & Colmes” with conservative counterpart Sean Hannity from 1996-2009,…

MANCHESTER-A Manchester man was arrested on numerous drug charges following a two month narcotics distribution investigation which was led by the Manchester Township Police Department’s Narcotics Enforcement Team (NET).

Jemel Cooper, age 37, of Ridgeway Road was arrested and charged with narcotics offenses after he was found to be in possession of a quantity of heroin and cocaine when officers stopped his vehicle on Route 70 and later executed a court authorized search warrant on his residence.