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Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – May 27 through June 3, 2021

Criminal Mischief- On Saturday, May 29, 2021, at 3:14 a.m., police received a call from a Brentwood Road resident reporting damage to his home. Officers discovered that a large rock was thrown through the front window of the residence while the family slept. A search of the area did not reveal any suspects. Missing Person- On Saturday, May 29, 2021, at 10:10 a.m., Officer Alan Abrecht took a report concerning a missing 73 year-old man. [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-06-03T20:07:47-04:00June 3rd, 2021|All Announcements, Weekly Police Blotter|Comments Off

Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Memorial Service Being Held for Chief Thomas R. Darmody III (Retired Lacey Township Police)

On Sunday, June 6, 2021, a Memorial Service for Chief Thomas R. Darmody III (Retired Lacey Township Police) will be held at Riggs Funeral Home, 130 Route 9 North in Forked River. The Memorial will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (services beginning at 12:00 p.m). I have attached a copy of our original news release below from May 7, 2021. It is with great sadness that the Lacey Township Police Department announces the [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-06-02T18:00:50-04:00June 2nd, 2021|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Memorial Day – May 31, 2021

*** Memorial Day 2021 *** Today we honor all the brave men and women of our armed forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. All the members of the Lacey Township Police Department salute the fallen and give thanks on this Memorial Day.

By LaceyPD|2021-05-31T14:07:04-04:00May 31st, 2021|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Search for Missing 73 Year-Old Male Leads to Safe Return – May 29, 2021

On Saturday, May 29, 2021 at 10:10 am, the Lacey Township Police Department was contacted regarding a missing person from a Lanoka Harbor residence. The missing person, identified as a 73-year old male, had walked away from his residence in the Bayberry Section of Lanoka Harbor, on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at approximately 12:00 pm and had not returned home. It was further reported that the missing male suffered from Parkinson’s disease and dementia. Police Officers [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-05-29T22:50:48-04:00May 29th, 2021|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – May 20 through May 26, 2021

Theft- On Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 6:53 p.m., Officer Elton Copes took a theft report from a local business. An employee reported observing a customer acting suspicious prior to leaving the store. Afterward, the employee discovered that her wallet was missing. Officer Copes was able to locate the customer and recover the wallet. No criminal charges were filed. Theft- On Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 7:01 p.m., Officer Patrick Watkins was dispatched to the [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-05-27T18:45:02-04:00May 27th, 2021|All Announcements, Weekly Police Blotter|Comments Off

Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Several Law Enforcement Agencies Surprise 5 year-old Jaxon – May 21, 2021

The above photo depicts law enforcement officers from various agencies presenting 5 year-old Jaxon with several police patches for his "Tiny Superhero" cape. The photo was taken earlier this afternoon outside the Lanoka Harbor Elementary School in Lacey Township. Earlier this afternoon, members from various law enforcement agencies in Ocean County, along with representatives from the New Jersey State Police, responded to the Lanoka Harbor Elementary School in Lacey Township to meet outside with [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-05-21T20:22:38-04:00May 21st, 2021|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Township News – Lacey Township Police Department – May 21, 2021

On April 19, and May 17, 2021, the Walmart Corporation sponsored COVID-19 vaccination clinics for residents of Lacey Township 55 years of age or older. The vaccination clinics took place at the Lanoka Harbor Fire Department, 2 Warren Ave in Lacey Township. In total, 870 vaccinations were provided over the course of these two dates. These clinics would not have been possible without the support of Mr. Joseph Michael, who is the Health and Wellness [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-05-21T16:13:45-04:00May 21st, 2021|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – May 13 through May 20, 2021

Shoplifting- On Friday, May 14, 2021, at 7:34 p.m., Officers Keith Pearce and Brian Holt were dispatched to Walmart for a shoplifting incident. During their investigation, officers determined that two Bayville residents, Valerie Coelho, 53, and Pelagio Coelho, 49, attempted to steal merchandise valued at $185.72. Both were arrested and charged with Shoplifting prior to being released. Theft- On Saturday, May 15, 2021, at 8:21 p.m., a Llewellyn Parkway resident contacted police reporting a theft. [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-05-20T17:51:19-04:00May 20th, 2021|All Announcements, Weekly Police Blotter|Comments Off

Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – 6 year-old Celebrates her Birthday at Lacey PD – May 18, 2021

The above photos depict 6 year-old Hazel celebrating her birthday with the Lacey Township Police Department (May 13, 2021). Last Thursday, May 13, 2021, the Lacey Township Police Department was honored to meet with 6 year-old Hazel from Lacey Township and celebrate her 6th birthday. Hazel met with Lacey Police Officer Michael Hutman, who taught her how to utilize the emergency lights, sirens, and PA system in his patrol vehicle (see attached photos). Police Chief [...]

By LaceyPD|2021-05-18T14:40:07-04:00May 18th, 2021|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off

Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – National EMS Week – May 18, 2021

This week (May 16-22, 2021), is the 46th annual National EMS Week. This year's theme is “This Is EMS: Caring for Our Communities.” The Lacey Township Police Department would like to honor and thank all of our EMS providers, especially the members of our local EMS squads. We thank you for your dedication and service to our community each and every day. -Chief Michael C. DiBella

By LaceyPD|2021-05-18T13:58:40-04:00May 18th, 2021|All Announcements, Department News|Comments Off