Monmouth County News

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A report of “shots fired” at the AMC movie theater on Trotters Way late Tuesday night led to a significant police response. Still, authorities have since …

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County Grand Jury has returned a nine-count indictment against a Long Branch man in connection with a July 2023 shooting in Asbury Park that left …

MARLBORO TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A motor vehicle crash has led to the closure of the right lane on Route 18 south near Route 79, according to a statement by the …

Marlboro, NJ — Tennant Road is currently closed between Wooleytown Road and Greenwood Road following a serious motor vehicle crash that resulted in an overturned car. The accident also caused …

Marlboro, NJ — Texas Road between Wooleytown Road and Greenwood Road is currently closed after an electrical power line fell into the woods, igniting a small brush fire. Fire personnel …

RED BANK, NJ – Monmouth County, NJ, might be famous for its shorelines and scenic parks, but let’s be real—what keeps the locals hooked is the pizza. Lucky for us, …

GAITHERSBURG, MD – Montgomery County Police have charged a 17-year-old male for his alleged involvement in a violent confrontation that resulted in a shooting on Hartford Avenue in Silver Spring …

FREEHOLD, NJ—Markies L. Wells, also known as Messiah Law-Elbey, faces numerous criminal charges after falsely claiming ownership of two vacant properties. Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago detailed that Wells, …

FREEHOLD, NJ — Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced today that a local youth soccer coach has been indicted on 30 counts by a Monmouth County Grand Jury. The …

BELMAR, NJ— A man who was visibly drunk and crashed into a vehicle after nearly missing several pedestrians is facing multiple charges. On July 11, at around 9:16 AM, Belmar …

Holmdel, NJ – A single-vehicle accident involving a box truck and utility wires has resulted in the closure of Schanck Road between Holmdel Road and Highway 34. Holmdel Police Department …

As heavy rains continue, significant flooding has impacted various roads in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, leading to closures and detours. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and seek alternative routes …

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Wall Township Police are urging the public to avoid the area around Herbertsville Road and Easy Street following a car accident that resulted in a utility …

FREEHOLD, NJ – Thomas A. Redding, a 45-year-old Howell Township resident, has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses related to a fatal traffic collision that occurred in July 2023. …

BRICK, NJ – Retired Sergeant David Mazza, known affectionately as Dave or Maz, has passed away on July 27th, 2024, following a valiant struggle with cancer. Born and raised in …

HOLMDEL, NJ –  A New Jersey fisherman fooled the Asbury Park Press and others who ran with the APP story without fact-checking on their own with a tall tale about catching …

Freehold Township, NJ — The Freehold Township Police Department has reported an increase in calls from residents about unpermitted solicitors, particularly from a pest control company, going door to door. …

DEAL, N.J. — Former President Donald Trump is planning to appear at a fundraiser at the Jersey Shore this weekend, featuring a host of prominent Republican figures. The invitation for …

WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ—A tense situation unfolded at Monmouth University after a threatening email prompted an extensive overnight lockdown. Shortly after midnight on Tuesday, July 23, the university police received …

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department reported a series of arrests from July 15 to July 21, 2024, including multiple cases of shoplifting and drug-related offenses. Monday, …

ASBURY PAK, N.J. – Due to an emergency repair and increased demand from a heat wave, New Jersey American Water has issued a mandatory water conservation restriction for Monmouth and …

HOWELL, NJ — The Howell Township Police Department has taken proactive steps to prevent an unauthorized “pop up” style pool party planned within the local area. Authorities have issued a …

Ocean County, NJ—No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue, dedicated to saving neglected and abandoned animals in Monmouth and Ocean County, New Jersey, is facing a severe crisis. The group is …

RED BANK, NJ — There is an increased police presence on River Street as the Red Bank Police Department investigates a homicide. Though a suspect has not been apprehended, authorities …