DWI/Hit and Run Crash- On Thursday, June 2, 2022, at 6:27 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Sea Bright Road and Clearwater Drive, for a report of a motor vehicle crash (hit and run).  The caller reported that a vehicle crashed into a tree and left the scene.  The vehicle was later located a short distance away.  Officers identified the driver, Jeremy Hofer, 25, of Beach Boulevard. Investigation at the scene revealed that Jeremy had been driving while intoxicated.  Jeremy was placed under arrest and transported to headquarters, where he was processed.  Jeremy was issued several motor vehicle summons including DWI, Reckless Driving Failure to Maintain Lane, Suspended Registration, Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, Failure to Report an Accident, and Open Container. Jeremy was later released pursuant to John’s Law. Shoplifting- On Friday, June 3, 2022, at 7:16 p.m., Officer Hyle responded to Walmart for a report of a male subject who was shoplifting. Upon arrival, Officer Hyle met with the Assistant Manager who pointed out the suspect, Robert J. Thomas, 41, of Jackson, NJ.  Investigation at the scene revealed that Robert utilized a pocket knife to open packages, then conceal them on his person.  [...]

Criminal Mischief- On Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 10:03 p.m., while closing the Gille Park, Officer Hyle located graffiti in both the men’s and women’s bathroom near the softball field.  The estimated value in damage was $50.00. Criminal Mischief- On Friday, May 27, 2022, at 10:06 p.m., while closing the Gille Park, SLEO II Lepeshko observed graffiti in the men’s bathroom closest to the lacrosse/softball fields. The estimated value in damage was $50.00. Shoplifting- On Saturday, May 28, 2022, at 1:58 p.m., Officer Ricciardella responded to Walmart for a report of a female shoplifter in custody. Upon arrival Officer Ricciardella met with Loss Prevention who indicated Jennifer Frazer, 39, of Forked River, had concealed items in her purse and attempted to leave the store without paying for them. The total theft amounted to $367.84.  Jennifer was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was processed.  Jennifer was charged on a summons and released. Thef/Forgery- On Sunday, May 29, 2022, at 7:09 p.m., Officer Walsh responded to the Lacey Shell for a report of a theft of gasoline.  Upon arrival, the gas attendant stated an unknown male subject paid for a small quantity of gasoline using a counterfeit $100 bill.  [...]

DWI- On Monday, May 23, 2022, at 3:12 p.m. Officer Emmett responded to the Ocean County Library, 10 East Lacey Road, for a report of a possible intoxicated driver. Upon arrival, Officer Emmett located the vehicle in the parking lot of the Library and conducted a motor vehicle stop. Officer Emmett made contact with the driver, Margaret Elsenback (57) of 1673 Woodland Road, and observed symptoms of alcohol impairment.  At the conclusion of the investigation, Margaret was arrested for DWI.  She was transported to police headquarters for processing.  Margaret was later issued summonses for DWI and Reckless Driving and released in accordance with John’s Law. DWI- On Monday, May 23, 2022, at 3:30 p.m., Officer Simonson and Officer Calhoun responded to Manhattan Bagel for a report of an unconscious female slumped over the steering wheel of a vehicle.  Upon arrival Officer Calhoun located Sylwia Kalinowska (36), of Seaside Park, unconscious while behind the wheel of her running vehicle.  Officers also observed her foot on the brake pedal and the vehicle was in drive. Officers later administered two doses of Naloxone and provided rescue breaths, which caused Sylwia to regain consciousness.  Sylwia was displaying symptoms of opiate use and refused medical [...]