without

South Toms River man held without bail in wife’s murder case

South Toms River Man Detained on Murder Charges

**South Toms River, NJ** – On March 18, 2025, Gustavo Juarez-Perez, aged 38, from South Toms River, agreed to remain in custody at the Ocean County Jail awaiting trial. He faces charges of Murder, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon in connection with the March 8, 2025, death of his wife, Cheyanne Juarez, aged 30.

The decision for Juarez-Perez to remain detained was made before the Honorable David M. Fritch, J.S.C., during a hearing. Assistant Prosecutor Nicholas Mezza represented the case at the detention hearing.

These charges are accusations, and the public is reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office continues to handle the case.

Further details on the proceedings or future court dates have not been disclosed at this time.

Read more