Police arrest six over the weekend, multiple drug offenses reported
Wall Township Police

Police arrest six over the weekend, multiple drug offenses reported

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October 14, 2025

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a series of arrests over the weekend, local police apprehended six individuals on various charges, including drug offenses.

On Monday, Patrolman Jerry Baker arrested Meccalah Anthony, 28, of Highlands, for a traffic warrant out of Jackson Township following a stop on State Highway 18. She was processed and released on her own recognizance.

On Thursday, Patrolman Powers took David Rozar, 61, of Howell, into custody for possession of crack cocaine and related drug paraphernalia during a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 18. Rozar was processed and released via summons.

Patrolman Kyle Pelech arrested Sean Breuche, 26, of Manasquan, early Friday morning for driving while intoxicated after stopping him on State Highway 70 around 12:10 AM. Breuche was processed and released under John’s Law.

Additionally, Patrolman Jerry Baker arrested Shawn Frederick, 36, of Camden, on a warrant from Neptune City following an investigation on State Highway 70. Frederick was processed and released on his own recognizance.

On Saturday, Patrolman James Yannazzone arrested Bret Strumberger, 45, of Sayreville, due to a traffic warrant out of Keansburg following a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 33/34. Strumberger was processed and released after posting bail.

Patrolman Johan Moreno detained Regina Pagano, 34, of Old Bridge, for multiple charges including DWI and possession of cocaine after an accident investigation on State Highway 34. She was processed on a summons and released following the protocol.

On Sunday, Patrolman Joseph Phillips arrested Sam Plummer, 44, of Freehold, for possession of ecstasy and drug paraphernalia after a stop on Interstate 195. Plummer was processed and released on a summons. Additionally, Patrolman Baker arrested Amie Jost, 46, of Ocean Township, for multiple charges including eluding and obstruction following an investigation near Marconi Road. Jost was processed and transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution.

All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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