Barnegat Man Sentenced to 10 Years in State Prison for Narcotics Distribution, Burglary, and Weapon Charges

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Barnegat Township man has been sentenced to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison for narcotics distribution and other charges, following multiple investigations that led to his…

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Increased Police Presence at Southern Regional High School on Wednesday

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Southern Regional High School will see an increased police presence on the morning of Wednesday, August 28, as part of a scheduled interagency drill focused on enhancing safety…

Christopher Gregor Gets 20 Years in Prison for Treadmill Death of Son Corey

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Christopher Gregor, a 32-year-old man from Monroe Township, has been sentenced to 20 years in New Jersey State Prison for the aggravated manslaughter of his six-year-old son, C.M.…

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Ocean County Introduces Kayak Rentals at A. Paul King County Park

Calling all kayaking enthusiasts! The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, is excited to announce the opening of the new Kayak Kiosk…

New Jersey Firefighters Deployed to Aid in Idaho Wildfires

Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 announced the deployment of Lieutenant Oakley Spisak with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service to Boise, Idaho. Lieutenant Spisak is part of a 20-person Type 2…

Water Quality Advisories Issued for Five Jersey Shore Beaches for High Fecal Counts

TRENTON, NJ—The New Jersey Department of Health has issued water quality advisories for five beaches along the Jersey Shore due to elevated levels of bacteria. The advisories impact beaches in Atlantic and…

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No Happy Ending for Jersey Shore Massage Parlor Madame

A Jersey Shore massage parlor operator is in trouble after police discovered illegal up-charged services that weren’t on the official price sheet. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, alongside Barnegat Township Police…

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Ocean County Traffic Report: June 26, 2024

LAKEWOOD & TOMS RIVER, NJ—Traffic on US 9 is experiencing minor delays in both directions. As of 9:02 AM, there is a 5-10 minute delay on US 9 southbound from CR 547/8th…

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Pickpockets Arrested in Brick

Brick Township, NJ – Brick Township Police Chief David Forrester announced that three individuals have been charged in connection with a series of distraction pickpocket thefts reported in May. Oswaldo Uribe-Acosta, 35,…

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New Jersey Dad Who Killed Son on Treadmill Convicted

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Authorities have announced the conviction of Christopher Gregor, a 32-year-old from Monroe Township, for the aggravated manslaughter of his six-year-old son, identified only as C.M. The verdict followed…

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Large Crowds of Unruly Teens, Stolen Car Pursuit Highlights Wild Night for Toms River Cops

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Police in Toms River had a wild night on March 29th. Residents on social media noted an increase in police presence across the town that Friday night. Today,…

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Humpback Whale Found Dead on Beach at the Jersey Shore

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – This morning, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) was alerted to a report of a dead whale washed ashore on Long Beach Island. At approximately 6:45 a.m. on…

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Fatal Motor Vehicle Crasgh on Route 539 Claims Life of Browns Mills Man

STAFFORD, NJ – A tragic motor vehicle collision occurred on Route 539 near milepost 11.5, resulting in the death of a Browns Mills resident. The Stafford Township Police Department reported to the…

Stolen Car Full of New Jersey Teens Captured After Police Chase in Ocean County

STAFFORD TWP, NJ – In a dramatic late-night operation on Friday, the Stafford Township Police Department apprehended all occupants of a stolen 2019 Mercedes GLC following a high-speed chase. The incident began…

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School Placed on Lockdown After Suspicious Man with ‘Bulletproof Vest’

Early Sunday morning, the Stafford Township Police Department was alerted to a potentially concerning situation involving a suspicious male spotted near Mckinley Avenue and Doc Cramer Blvd. The caller described the individual…

Traffic Alert: Route 72 Closures During Bridge Work Project

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — Motorists are advised of upcoming travel disruptions on Route 72 due to the Manahawkin Bay Bridges project. The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced lane closures…

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Fire At Ocean County Elementary School Caused by Faulty Equipment

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Police Department was called to Oxycocus Elementary School, located at 250 Route 9 North, following a report of a structure fire. Officers arriving at the…

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“Distract and Grab” Theft Ring Busted After Statewide Investigation

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Police Department announced the arrest of three individuals involved in a series of “Distract and Grab” thefts and credit card fraud incidents across New Jersey…

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Police Warn Illegal ATV Riders at Warren Grove

The Stafford Township Police Department is responding to a significant number of complaints regarding All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) use in the Warren Grove area. While acknowledging that ATV riding is a popular activity…