Christmas Parade Cancelled - Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Governor Murphy's most recent New Jersey Executive Order on gathering limitations, the Lacey Township 2020 Christmas Day Parade (coordinated by the Lacey Elks Club #2518) scheduled for December 6th, 2020 has been cancelled. Thank you.
Fraud- On Thursday, November 12, 2020, at 1:18 p.m., Officer Andrew Slota was dispatched to a Lanoka Harbor residence in reference to fraud. The victim reported that she received an email from “Defender Firewall” regarding a $299 purchase that she did not authorize. When she contacted the attached phone number she was told that her account was accidently reimbursed $2,999 and asked to refund the difference by purchasing gift cards. The amount [...]
The above photos depict Lacey Township Police Officer Michael Verwey being promoted to the rank of Police Sergeant, during the November 12, 2020 Township Meeting. The Lacey Township Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of 16-year Veteran Police Officer Michael Verwey. On the evening of Thursday, November 12th, 2020, during the Township meeting, Officer Michael Verwey was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant Michael Verwey is a resident of Lacey Township [...]
DWI- On Friday, November 6, 2020, at 10:25 p.m., Officers Bruce Carver and Anthony Ravallo were dispatched to 7- Eleven on Lacey Road for an intoxicated subject. Prior to their arrival, the subject drove from the parking lot and was stopped on Lacey Road. The driver, John Sanabia, 52, was deemed under the influence and arrested. Sanabia was charged with DWI, Reckless Driving, and Failure to Submit to Breath Tests. Arrest- On [...]
******* Veterans Day 2020 ******** While we recognize, honor, and thank all the Veterans of our United States Military on this Veterans Day, we would especially like to do so for those we call our own. The attached photos depict several, of many, Lacey Township Police Officers of both past and present, who have served our country with distinction and bravery, to protect our freedoms. Photographed above are as follows (left to right beginning with [...]
DWI- On Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 6:01 p.m., Officer Bruce Carver conducted a motor vehicle stop on Lacey Road. During the stop it was determined that the driver, Francis Magliola, was under the influence. Magliola, 52, was arrested and charged with DWI, Reckless Driving, Failure to Maintain Lane, and Failure to Signal. He was released pending a Court appearance. Downed Wires- On Monday, November 2, 2020, at 10:21 a.m., officers were [...]
In connection with a large funeral procession, traffic delays are expected on Route 9 North between 11:00 am and 1:00 p.m. Although police will be assisting with traffic, the largest delays will occur on Route 9 between Bay Way and Haines Street. Drivers are urged to find alternate routes to progress their travels.
The above photo depicts (in no particular order) members from the Lacey Township Police Department and the Lanoka Harbor EMS, during the 2020 No Shave November Keep it Local “Before Photo.” Each November, since 2016, the members of the Lacey Township Police Department have broken protocol for a good cause. We have, in a joint effort with members of our Township's Emergency Services, participated in the national "No-Shave November" campaign. During our four years, [...]
Theft- On Thursday, October 22, 2020, at 12:14 p.m., Officer Michael Hutman was dispatched to a Buena Vista Road home for a reported theft. The homeowner stated that he recently had cash stolen from two separate locations, his home and vehicle. The theft is estimated at $1,670. No forced entry was observed at either location. Fire- On Friday, October 23, 2020, at 12:08 a.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Route [...]
Theft- On Saturday, October 17, 2020, at 7:50 a.m., Officer Jason Lee was dispatched to the Lanoka Harbor Fire Department for a theft. It was reported that an unknown suspect(s) cut the catalytic converter from the Lanoka Harbor Dive Team vehicle. The damage is estimated at $600. Arrest- On Saturday, October 17, 2020, at 5:17 p.m., Officer Anthony Sarno was dispatched to Route 9 and Parker’s Point Boulevard for a possible dispute. [...]