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Power Outage – Lacey Township – Sunday, November 24, 2013

UPDATE: Lacey Township experienced a power outage throughout the township this morning (Sunday, November 24, 2013). All of the traffic lights throughout the township were out, and as a result, residents were temporarily asked stay off the roadways for safety reasons. The power was quickly restored to most of the township by 8:28 a.m. with only the traffic light at Haines Street and Manchester Avenue in Lanoka Harbor still being out. As of 9:28 a.m. the intersection of Haines Street and Manchester Avenue is being [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-24T08:26:31-05:00November 24th, 2013|All Announcements, Emergency Alerts|Comments Off

Crime Alert (Arrest) – Lacey Township Police Department – Friday, November 22, 2013

Continuing Investigation - At 2:30 a.m., on Friday, November 22, 2013, Patrol Officer Evan Androcy of the Lacey Township Police Department was patrolling the Laurel Boulevard area in Lanoka Harbor when he observed 19-year-old Cody Diaz of Bayville near a vehicle on Sycamore Drive in Lanoka Harbor. Cody Diaz of 149 Harlequin Glade in Bayville attempted to hide but was quickly located by Officer Androcy. Although Officer Androcy suspected Cody Diaz of committing car burglaries, Diaz quickly attributed his suspicious actions to his possession of Marijuana and his desire [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-22T12:02:45-05:00November 22nd, 2013|All Announcements, Neighborhood Crime Alerts, Weekly Police Blotter|Comments Off

Crime Alert – Lacey Township Police Department – Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Attempt to Identify - The Lacey Township Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying the subject depicted in this photo captured from an ATM in Forked River. The clothing color(s) may be inaccurate due to the picture quality and lighting. The investigation involves multiple incidents of the unlawful entry of vehicles Lanoka Harbor and Forked River as well as the subsequent illegal use of stolen credit cards. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Brian [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-20T14:54:45-05:00November 20th, 2013|All Announcements, Neighborhood Crime Alerts, Weekly Police Blotter|Comments Off

Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – Nov. 13th thru Nov. 18th, 2013

Weekly Police Blotter - Press Release November 13th thru November 18th, 2013 . . Burglary and Theft (Residence) - On Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at 6:54 p.m., Officer Androcy responded to the 300 block of Sunrise Boulevard in Forked River for a burglary of a residence. Upon their arrival, the homeowners stated they saw water pouring out of their garage area and discovered that copper piping, an outside air conditioning unit, two televisions, two [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-19T15:26:06-05:00November 19th, 2013|All Announcements, Weekly Police Blotter|Comments Off

Heroin Use and Abuse Presentation – Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library – Monday, November 25, 2013 at 6:30 p.m.

Special Presentation - On Monday, November 25, 2013 the Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library will be hosting a special program entitled, "Drug Use and Abuse - Heroin." This presentation will focus on the effects of heroin on the body, how to tell if someone is using heroin, and what the legal consequences are if a person is caught using or dealing heroin. Sign-in is at 6 p.m. and the program is scheduled to begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. This [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-18T13:14:59-05:00November 18th, 2013|All Announcements, Upcoming Events|Comments Off

“Shooting Down Drugs” Film Festival – Lacey Township High School – Friday, November 15, 2013

Anti-Drug Public Service Announcements (PSAs) - The staff and students of the Lacey Township High School did an excellent job with the anti-drug film festival. The film productions created by the students of the high school are exceptional and will help send a necessary and very important message to the school community for months to come. The participants should be very proud of their work and recognize that they are contributing in a very positive way toward progress [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-15T23:22:33-05:00November 15th, 2013|All Announcements|Comments Off

Retirements and New Officer Hired – Lacey Township Police Department – Friday, November 15, 2013

Retirements and New Officer Hired - The Lacey Township Police Department has a new officer in the ranks with the appointment on Thursday, November 14, 2013 of Michael Verwey as a lateral transfer from the Burlington City Police Department. Officer Verwey is a resident of Lacey Township who graduated from the Monsignor Donovan High School before attending Stockton State College. He worked for the Medford Police Department for more than six years before drastic cuts resulted in the layoff of 12 [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-15T15:48:35-05:00November 15th, 2013|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Special Honors – Lacey Township Police Department – Friday, November 15, 2013

Special Honors - On Thursday, November 14, 2013, at the Lacey Township Committee Meeting, Officer Michael Eden received special recognition and honors regarding his heroic actions on Friday, October 18, 2013, when he saved a 28-year-old pregnant woman (Brittany Bodzak) from a burning home at 2:35 a.m. on Lane Place in Forked River. New Jersey State Senator Christopher J. Connors personally attended the meeting and presented Officer Eden with a Proclamation from both the New Jersey State Senate and Assembly which was signed [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-15T12:06:34-05:00November 15th, 2013|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – Nov. 5th thru Nov. 11th, 2013

Weekly Police Blotter - Press Release November 5th thru November 11th, 2013 . . • Drug Possession (Formal Charge) – On Tuesday, November 5, 2013, at 9:26 a.m., Officers Darrell Nick and Anthony Sarno responded to the Lacey Township High School in regard to a student who was found to be in possession of illegal drugs. The student, identified as a 15-year-old female from Forked River, was found to be in possession of marijuana [...]

By LaceyPD|2013-11-12T15:14:39-05:00November 12th, 2013|All Announcements, Weekly Police Blotter|Comments Off

Veterans Day – Monday, November 11, 2013 – Lacey Township Police Department

The staff at the Lacey Township Police Department would like to thank all of the veterans of the United States armed forces for their service to this country. A special thanks goes out to all of our department members who have served in the armed forces.

By LaceyPD|2013-11-11T10:32:36-05:00November 11th, 2013|All Announcements|Comments Off