Beachwood driver gets five years for 86 mph drug and booze-fueled fatal crash
Plumsted Township, NJ – A Beachwood man will serve five years in New Jersey State Prison for a 2023 drunk and drug-impaired driving crash that …
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Beachwood outlines safety rules and closures ahead of fireworks celebration
BEACHWOOD, NJ — Beachwood Police issued traffic and safety guidelines Saturday ahead of the town’s annual fireworks display, which is scheduled to begin at dusk. …
Beachwood opens Mayo Park center as cooling site amid heat
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The Mayo Park Recreation Center at 501 Beacon Avenue will operate as a cooling center from noon to 4 p.m. on Monday …
Overnight shed fire in Beachwood under investigation, no injuries reported
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — A shed fire broke out just after midnight Monday in the rear yard of a residence on the 700 block of Forecastle …
Beachwood Police Investigating After Person Found Dead on Forepeak Avenue
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The Beachwood Police Department is conducting an active death investigation in the 400 block of Forepeak Avenue, the agency confirmed Monday. Authorities …
Beachwood soccer fields to remain closed, DPW asks residents to stay off
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The Beachwood Soccer Field, originally slated to reopen in June following renovations, will now remain closed until approximately August 30, according to …
Fire engulfs Beachwood home, spreads to cars, collapses second floor
BEACHWOOD, N.J. — A fast-moving overnight fire destroyed a home and ignited three vehicles early Wednesday on Capstan Avenue, prompting a multi-department response and forcing …
New speed limits in effect along Grand Central Parkway in Berkeley and Beachwood
BERKELEY TWP., N.J. — Officials have announced new speed limits now in effect along County Road #91 — also known as Grand Central Parkway, Pinewald …
New four-way stop coming to busy Beachwood intersection
BEACHWOOD, NJ — The Beachwood Police Department announced that a new full four-way stop will be implemented at the intersection of Ocean Avenue and Chestnut …
Beachwood Police Warn of Phone Scam Targeting Residents
Beachwood Police Warn of Phone Scam Targeting Residents
**BEACHWOOD, NJ** – The Beachwood Police Department has issued a warning to local residents about a phone scam circulating in the area. The scam involves a caller impersonating “Officer Adams” from the Beachwood Police Department, asking victims to return the call to discuss supposed “important documents.”
The Beachwood Police have confirmed there is no truth to these calls. They urge anyone who receives a suspicious call to contact them directly at 732-349-1242 to verify any claims made by the caller.
To reaffirm their policy, the Beachwood Police Department reminds residents that they will never request payment for fines over the phone. They stress the importance of verifying the identity of any caller claiming to represent the police department.
Residents are advised to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities or communications to the authorities.
Beachwood Police Department Welcomes New Officers
Beachwood, NJ – The Beachwood Police Department swore in three new officers during the council meeting on Wednesday night. Officer Tyler Gebler joins from East …
Active Shooter Preparedness Training Scheduled in Beachwood
BEACHWOOD, NJ — The Beachwood Police Department has announced an Active Shooter Preparedness Training to take place at Beachwood Elementary School. The training is scheduled …
Traffic Alert: Crash and Signal Down on Route 9 in Beachwood, NJ
BEACHWOOD, NJ – A significant traffic incident on US 9 near Admiral Lane in Beachwood has led to the closure of all lanes in both …
Beachwood Elementary School Students D.A.R.E. Program A Success
BEACHWOOD, NJ – School Resource Officer (SRO) Chad Anthony has successfully concluded a 10-week Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program at Beachwood Elementary School. This …
Overnight Roadwork Scheduled in Beachwood This Week
BEACHWOOD, NJ – Residents and motorists in Beachwood are advised of upcoming milling and paving operations set to commence tonight, April 8, and continue through …
Quick Check Gas Station Attended Robbed in Beachwood
BEACHWOOD, NJ — Officers were dispatched to the Quick Chek convenience store on Wednesday, February 14th, following a report of a robbery. Upon arrival, law …
Attempted Vehicle Theft Reported in Beachwood
BEACHWOOD, NJ – Authorities were dispatched to Mizzen Avenue following a report of vandalism to a motor vehicle. Upon entering the vehicle, the car owner …
Beachwood Juveniles Charged After Shooting Orbeez Guns at Students
BEACHWOOD, NJ — The Beachwood Police Department has reported an incident involving several students from Toms River Int. School South being shot at with Orbeez …
Beachwood Police Officers Awarded for Life-Saving Heroism
Beachwood, NJ – Two Beachwood Police Department officers, Ptl. Michael Batullo and Ptl. Thomas Prince, have been recognized for their critical life-saving efforts that saved …
Beachwood Weather Alert: Snow Expected to Turn to Rain or Sleet Overnight
BEACHWOOD, NJ – The Beachwood Police Department issued a weather alert anticipating 1-3 inches of snow overnight, followed by a transition to rain or sleet. …
Beachwood Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
BEACHWOOD, NJ – Beachwood Police Department reported a series of incidents throughout October, leading to multiple arrests and investigations. Warrant Arrest on Atlantic City Blvd: …
Barnegat Woman Charged with DWI, Child Endangerment in Beachwood Crash
BEACHWOOD, NJ – A 36-year-old woman from Barnegat faces multiple charges, including DWI and child endangerment, following a vehicle accident on Route 9 & Route …
Five Arrested in Beachwood for Motor Vehicle Burglaries
BEACHWOOD, NJ — Police apprehended five individuals early Friday morning in connection with a series of motor vehicle burglaries in Beachwood and neighboring Berkeley Township. …
Beachwood Residents Advised to Boil Water
BEACHWOOD, NJ — Residents in the Borough of Beachwood were instructed to boil their tap water following a water main break at Ship Ave and …
Beachwood Police Remind Sleeping in Cars is Against Local Law
Borough Ordinance Prohibits Sleeping in Vehicles LACEY TWP, NJ – On Thursday, August 10th, a 33-year-old man from Lacey Twp was found sleeping in his …
Beachwood Visit Promotes Autism Awareness
BEACHWOOD, OH – On Tuesday, Alex W. Mann from Malvern, PA, visited the Beachwood Police Department. Mann’s mission is to raise Autism awareness and to …
Local Business Donates $750 to Support Beachwood Police Department’s K9 Program
Beachwood, NJ – The Beachwood Police Department has received a generous donation of $750 from local business owners Pete and Lisa Sansevere of MTE Accessories. …
Beachwood Man Charged for Deadly Crash Was Impaired Police Say
Ocean County, NJ – John Zinkoski, 41, of Beachwood, turned himself in to the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office on August 22, in the presence of …
Beachwood Structure Fire Leads to Senior Citizen’s Hospitalization
BEACHWOOD, NJ – On Monday, May 16, Officers Batullo and Prince from the Beachwood Police Department responded to a structure fire at 226 Beachwood Blvd. …
Stolen Vehicle Recovered by Beachwood Police Department
BEACHWOOD, NJ – In the early hours of last Friday, Officer Matthew Tapp of the Beachwood Police Department discovered a 2021 Hyundai Kona with New …
Rash of Catalytic Converter Thefts Reported in Beachwood, Police Offer Prevention Tips
BEACHWOOD, NJ – On May 2, 2023, several residents of Beachwood, New Jersey, reported thefts of catalytic converters from their vehicles. Late model Hondas appear …
Beachwood Police Officers Honored with Life-Saving Awards for Heroic Actions in Cardiac Emergency
BEACHWOOD, NJ- In a ceremony held on Wednesday evening, Chief Glen DeMarco of the Beachwood Police Department presented officers Justin Apel and Michael Tapp with …
Fire in Beachwood Blvd Residence Under Investigation
BEACHWOOD, NJ – A structure fire occurred on Beachwood Boulevard, causing extensive damage to a residential property. The Beachwood Fire Department, along with Ocean County …
Body of missing Beachwood man found in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The body of 32-year-old John Applegate was found by a family member assisting in a search for the missing man on …
19-year-old charged for Beachwood shooting incident
BEACHWOOD, NJ – A 19-year-old male suspect was arrested and charged for a shooting incident that occurred in Beachwood on Monday. According to the Beachwood …
Shots fired in Beachwood, police investigating
BEACHWOOD, NJ – Shots broke the silence in an otherwise quiet community in Ocean County on Monday. Police in Beachwood are investigating after shots were …
What’s next for the old Beachwood Plaza
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – It was an eyesore in Ocean County for decades. In the 80s and 90s, it saw some of its final act …
Beachwood Freelancer Charged with Money Laundering, Theft
BEACHWOOD, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on September 19, 2022, Martin D’Amato, 37, of Beachwood, was charged with Money Laundering …
Beachwood Man Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Berkeley Township
BAYVILLE, NJ – A 26-year-old man was killed after the motorcycle he was driving was involved in a crash with another vehicle that sent him …
Fire Damages Home in Beachwood
BEACHWOOD, NJ – A fire at a home on Neptune Avenue in Beachwood caused extensive damage on Wednesday. The fire was reported to 9-1-1 at …
Beachwood Intersection Now a Four-Way Light
by Beachwood Police Department BEACHWOOD, NJ (PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT) – As of mid-morning today, the intersection of Beachwood Blvd. and Birch Street has been transitioned …
Crash Prone Beachwood Intersection to be Upgraded to Multi-way Stop This Week
BEACHWOOD, NJ – The flashing light at the intersection of Birch Street and Beachwood Boulevard will be switching over to a multi-way stop intersection on …
Beachwood Man Gets 16 Years in Prison for String of Robberies
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Beachwood man was sentenced to prison for 16 years for his role in a string of robberies in 2020. According …
Road Rage May Have Prompted Beachwood Shooting
BEACHWOOD, NJ – Police in Beachwood are investigating after two cars entered a quiet neighborhood in the borough and the driver of one car fired …
Beachwood woman sentenced to 17 years in prison for stealing the identities of more than a dozen people and filing false tax returns
A Beachwood woman was sentenced to more than 17 years in prison for stealing the identities of more than a dozen people and filing false …
Toms River High School North theatre troupe helps Beachwood PTO collect 170 toys for children in need
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Students from Toms River High School North’s theatre troupe rolled up their sleeves for the holidays and helped spread holiday cheer …