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Migrant Burglary Suspect Held in Ocean County Jail As ICE Detainer Issued

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April 27, 2026

Toms River, NJ — A man booked into the Ocean County Jail Sunday is being held without bail on burglary and criminal mischief charges, with federal immigration authorities also placing a detainer on him, according to jail records. The arrest led to immediate detention under a no-bail status, signaling the seriousness of the charges under New Jersey law.

The inmate, identified as Washington Javier Hernandez Montesde, was committed to custody on Sunday, April 26, in Ocean County. Jail records list charges including burglary and criminal mischief involving property damage, both classified as third-degree offenses.

Immigration detainer adds federal hold

In addition to the state charges, U.S. Immigration authorities have issued a detainer, requesting that the jail notify federal agents before any potential release. The detainer does not change the current no-bail status but could affect custody if the defendant becomes eligible for release later in the legal process.

Key Points
• Ocean County man charged with burglary and criminal mischief
• Held without bail following April 26 booking
• ICE detainer filed, adding potential federal custody hold

What happens next

Hernandez Montesde is expected to face court proceedings in Ocean County Superior Court, where a judge will review the charges and determine next steps in the case.

As of now, no projected release date has been listed, and the investigation tied to the charges has not been publicly detailed.

The case remains active, with both state and federal authorities involved in the custody status moving forward.

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