Matawan Man Pleads Guilty to Killing His Own Father, Hiding Body in Basement

FREEHOLD, NJ – Kenneth H. Knapp Jr., a 32-year-old resident of Matawan, admitted to the first-degree Aggravated Manslaughter of his father, Kenneth Knapp Sr., in a hearing at Monmouth County Superior Court.…

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Middletown Police Officer Charged with Shoplifting

In a recent development from Freehold, a Middletown Township police officer has been formally charged with Shoplifting and Attempted Shoplifting. Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced these charges, which stem from…

Fulfill Boosts Local Pantry Operations with New Van Donations

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Fulfill, a prominent food bank in New Jersey, recently enhanced its operations by donating five new 2023 Ram ProMaster vans to local pantries. This significant move, funded by…

Toms River Man Pleads Guilty to Arson in Wall Township Vehicle Fires

FREEHOLD, NJ — In a recent court proceeding, a Toms River man, Harcourt “Paul” S. Ward, 70, admitted to committing arson by setting fire to several commercial vehicles in Wall Township, as…

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School Closures and Delayed Openings for Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — Following an overnight storm that left 2-4 inches of snow across Monmouth County, various school districts have announced closures and delayed openings for Tuesday, January 16th. Parents, guardians,…

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Three-Year-Old Killed in Crash on Route 34 in Howell Township

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced an ongoing investigation into a tragic three-vehicle collision that resulted in the death of a 3-year-old girl. The accident occurred on New…

Third Suspect Charged in 2016 Bradley Beach Murder Case

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced the recent charges against Stephon Keys, 31, of Neptune Township, in connection with the 2016 shooting death of Andre Thorne, a 20-year-old…

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Brielle Police Officer Charged with Computer Theft

FREEHOLD, NJ – Brian M. Dreher, a 37-year-old Brielle police officer from Brick Township, has been charged with third-degree Computer Theft. Announced on Friday by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago, the…

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Keansburg Man Admits to Narcotics and Firearm Possession

FREEHOLD, NJ – A significant drug and weapons case has concluded with a guilty plea from Davidson Jules, a 42-year-old resident of Keansburg. The announcement was made by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond…

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Ex-CFO Charged with Embezzlement in Long Branch

FREEHOLD, NJ – John O’Donnell, 57, of Scotch Plains, Union County, faces charges of second-degree Theft by Unlawful Taking, third-degree Forgery, and third-degree False Uttering, as announced by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond…

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Wall Township Police Report Multiple Arrests

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Local law enforcement officers conducted several arrests on Saturday, handling cases involving warrants, driving offenses, and a motor vehicle accident. Patrolman Trent Powers of the local police department…

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Double Homicide Sentence in Neptune Township Announced

FREEHOLD, NJ – Gabriel J. Braithwaite, 21, of Keansburg, and Jeron D. Dearin, 24, of Aberdeen, have been sentenced to 40 and 5 years respectively in state prison for a double homicide…

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Marlboro Man Charged with Aggravated Manslaughter in New Year’s Day Homicide

FREEHOLD, NJ — Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced today that Carl A. Richards, 38, of Marlboro, has been charged with first-degree Aggravated Manslaughter related to a homicide on New Year’s…

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Two Charged for 2016 Neptune Murder

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced the arrest of two individuals in connection with the 2016 fatal shooting of a 20-year-old Bradley Beach man. Quashon J. McDuffie, 30,…

Local Resident Donates Handmade Quilts to Hospitalized Children for the Holidays

FREEHOLD, NJ – Sgt. Michael Grochwoski and P.O. Thomas Parise of the local police department facilitated a heartwarming gesture earlier this week, delivering handmade quilts to Centre State Hospital in Freehold. The…

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Monmouth Man on Indicted Multiple Charges, Including Vehicular Homicide

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office announced that a grand jury has indicted Altonia Williams, 46, on a 19-count indictment for various crimes occurring on August 14th. The charges include…

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Ocean County Bids Farewell to Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari After 42 Years

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Joseph H. Vicari, Ocean County’s longest-serving Commissioner, concluded his final meeting amidst an audience of officials, employees, and family at the Ocean County Administration building on Wednesday. Vicari,…

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Dirty Jersey Cop Stole Thousands from PBA Charities to Help Sick People

FREEHOLD, NJ — James R. Cadigan, a 41-year-old sergeant with the Wall Township Police Department, has admitted to stealing over $115,000 from various organizations, including his local Police Benevolent Association (PBA) chapter…

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Tinton Falls Woman Accused of Stealing Funds from Online Fundraiser

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced charges against a Tinton Falls woman for allegedly stealing over $15,000 from an online fundraiser. Nicole C. Weidelman, 46, faces a third-degree…

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Wall Township Police Arrest Man After Foot Chase at Motel

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Saturday, December 16, 2023, Wall Township Police engaged in a foot pursuit at the Budget Inn Motel on State Highway 35, leading to an arrest. The incident…

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Matawan Man Pleads Guilty to Killing His Own Father, Hiding Body in Basement

Middletown Police Officer Charged with Shoplifting

Fulfill Boosts Local Pantry Operations with New Van Donations

Toms River Man Pleads Guilty to Arson in Wall Township Vehicle Fires

School Closures and Delayed Openings for Monmouth County

Three-Year-Old Killed in Crash on Route 34 in Howell Township

Third Suspect Charged in 2016 Bradley Beach Murder Case

Brielle Police Officer Charged with Computer Theft

Keansburg Man Admits to Narcotics and Firearm Possession

Ex-CFO Charged with Embezzlement in Long Branch

Wall Township Police Report Multiple Arrests

Double Homicide Sentence in Neptune Township Announced

Marlboro Man Charged with Aggravated Manslaughter in New Year’s Day Homicide

Two Charged for 2016 Neptune Murder

Local Resident Donates Handmade Quilts to Hospitalized Children for the Holidays

Monmouth Man on Indicted Multiple Charges, Including Vehicular Homicide

Ocean County Bids Farewell to Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari After 42 Years

Dirty Jersey Cop Stole Thousands from PBA Charities to Help Sick People

Tinton Falls Woman Accused of Stealing Funds from Online Fundraiser

Wall Township Police Arrest Man After Foot Chase at Motel

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