What Happened to Brick Township’s Chief of Police? Mystery Continues After Town Leaders Keep Lid on Brewing Controversy

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — More than a month after Brick Township Police Chief David Forrester was placed on administrative leave, township officials still have not publicly explained why one of Ocean County’s…

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Update: Teen Driver Charged in Fatal Hit and Run Crash that Killed Brick Freshman Student on Bicycle

BRICK, N.J. — A Brick Township High School freshman riding a bicycle near campus died Monday morning after a speeding BMW struck him in a marked crosswalk and fled the scene, according…

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Brick Seniors Fill Dance Floor at Annual Prom as Students Join Celebration

Brick, NJ – Music, dancing, and packed tables filled Brick Township’s Civic Plaza as senior residents gathered for one of the community’s most anticipated traditions — the Annual Senior Prom. Held Friday,…

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Brick Police Chief “Out on Administrative Leave”, Emails Show

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Internal emails obtained through a public records request confirm that Brick Township’s police chief was placed on administrative leave earlier this year, though officials have not publicly disclosed…

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Crime in Brick: Here’s What’s Happening and Where

Top 5 Crimes Driving Arrests in Brick Township: A Closer Look at Where and Why It’s Happening A closer review of Brick Township arrest records from early February through early March shows…

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Brick Township Hit and Runs: Here’s Where They Are Happening Most

Spike in Hit-and-Run Crashes Raises Concerns Across Brick Township Corridors Brick Township is experiencing a troubling surge in hit-and-run crashes, with police records showing nearly 50 reported incidents over a roughly 30-day…

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Intersection scene: STOP painted on the road with a curved right-turn arrow, crossing into a divided street with yellow bollards and a Beaverson Blvd West sign on the right.

Illegal turns continue despite new safety measures in Brick

Drivers warned after illegal turns continue despite new barriers in Brick Township Brick Township, NJ — New safety barriers installed to prevent dangerous turns are being ignored by some drivers, prompting police…

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Brick police K9 teams join FBI-led NYC port drug search

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Brick Township police K9 teams trained alongside federal agents and regional units during a large-scale maritime exercise that spanned the Hudson River and key port locations in New…

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Driver accused of hit-and-run crash that damaged 8 homes, downed poles in Brick Township

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Maryland driver faces multiple summonses after a hit-and-run crash early April 12 knocked down utility poles and damaged eight homes in Brick Township, police said. Brick Township…

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Toms River and Brick Ranked New Jersey’s Safest Large Towns According to FBI Crime Data

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — It’s no secret that Ocean County is not only the most fun county in New Jersey, new data released by the FBI shows that it is also one…

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Brick Township swears in 8 new police officers Tuesday to expand public safety ranks

Brick Township, NJ – Eight newly hired officers joined the Brick Township Police Department on Tuesday after officials administered the oath of office during a Township Council meeting, expanding the force as…

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Brick Township approves multiple community events, including car show and charity walk

Council signs off on series of permits for events at Windward Beach and along Route 35 Brick Township, NJ — A series of community events scheduled throughout spring and summer 2026 received…

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Brick Township backs ‘Polluters Pay’ bill targeting fossil fuel industry for ‘climate costs’

Resolution supports $50 billion state fund aimed at shifting cleanup costs from taxpayers to energy firms Brick Township, NJ — Brick Township officials have formally backed a proposed New Jersey law that…

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Brick Township awards $208K contract for police software support

Council approves one-year agreement with Tyler Technologies for maintenance of public safety system Brick Township, NJ — Brick Township officials have approved a $208,103 contract to maintain and support the police department’s…

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Brick Township man, Brookdale College fire officer charged for suspicious device that canceled St. Patrick’s Day parade

Prosecutors say investigation found conflicting claims from caller who reported device near parade route Keansburg, NJ — A suspicious device reported near a St. Patrick’s Day parade staging area led to the…

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Brick Farmers Market returns May 2 with nearly 70 vendors for 12th season

Brick, NJ – The Brick Farmers Market is set to return for its 12th season next month, bringing dozens of vendors and weekly community gatherings back to Windward Beach as spring gets…

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Brick Boulevard southbound shut in Brick Township after crash damages utility pole

Brick Township, NJ – A key stretch of Brick Boulevard is closed Friday morning as crews work to repair a utility pole damaged in a crash, disrupting traffic through one of the…

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Brick police training to bring daytime gunfire sounds to Ridge Road area

Residents advised not to be alarmed as spring firearms training begins May 12 Brick Township, NJ – Residents in parts of Brick Township may hear the sound of gunfire during daytime hours…

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Brick school injury case settles for $57,500, court approves minor’s claim

“Ocean County judge signs off on settlement tied to alleged school negligence.” Brick, NJ – A lawsuit filed on behalf of a young child injured at a Brick Township school has been…

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Arcade opens in Brick with ribbon cutting led by township officials

New family entertainment venue launches at Boulevard Square Plaza Brick, NJ – A new family entertainment venue has officially opened its doors in Brick Township, as local officials joined business owners for…

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What Happened to Brick Township’s Chief of Police? Mystery Continues After Town Leaders Keep Lid on Brewing Controversy

Update: Teen Driver Charged in Fatal Hit and Run Crash that Killed Brick Freshman Student on Bicycle

Brick Seniors Fill Dance Floor at Annual Prom as Students Join Celebration

Brick Police Chief “Out on Administrative Leave”, Emails Show

Crime in Brick: Here’s What’s Happening and Where

Brick Township Hit and Runs: Here’s Where They Are Happening Most

Illegal turns continue despite new safety measures in Brick

Brick police K9 teams join FBI-led NYC port drug search

Driver accused of hit-and-run crash that damaged 8 homes, downed poles in Brick Township

Toms River and Brick Ranked New Jersey’s Safest Large Towns According to FBI Crime Data

Brick Township swears in 8 new police officers Tuesday to expand public safety ranks

Brick Township approves multiple community events, including car show and charity walk

Brick Township backs ‘Polluters Pay’ bill targeting fossil fuel industry for ‘climate costs’

Brick Township awards $208K contract for police software support

Brick Township man, Brookdale College fire officer charged for suspicious device that canceled St. Patrick’s Day parade

Brick Farmers Market returns May 2 with nearly 70 vendors for 12th season

Brick Boulevard southbound shut in Brick Township after crash damages utility pole

Brick police training to bring daytime gunfire sounds to Ridge Road area

Brick school injury case settles for $57,500, court approves minor’s claim

Arcade opens in Brick with ribbon cutting led by township officials

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