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.