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Code Red Reverse 911 Emergency Alert Registration
Lacey Township residents are encouraged to sign up for Reverse 9-1-1 notifications through Onsolve CodeRed on their cellular telephones. Click here to be taken to the account access page. The police department utilizes the Reverse 9-1-1 system to send out important telephone messages to residents based on the geographic location of each resident’s home telephone. While land-line, home and business telephones are already in the system’s database, cellular phone numbers are not in the system. This feature allows residents to register additional phone numbers in the Onsolve CodeRed system, so an emergency message related to Lacey Township will be received regardless of the resident’s location at the time. Please click here to go to the registration page.
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Lacey Township Police Department to protect the lives and property of those who visit, work, or reside in Forked River, Lanoka Harbor, and Bamber Lake, New Jersey. We, as the dedicated members of the Lacey Township Police Department, are committed to working diligently toward reducing criminal activity and victimization while improving the quality of life of the residents we so proudly serve. Our promise is to serve with honor and the highest level of integrity to maintain the public’s confidence in our organization.
Welcome to the Lacey Township Police Department Website
The dedicated members of the Lacey Township Police Department are committed to providing the highest level of service to the community. This includes the use of technology to not only ensure our law enforcement efforts are more efficient and effective, but to also provide the community with convenient services and timely information. You may obtain a motor vehicle accident report, valuable information on identity theft, neighborhood crime alerts, information on the passage of new laws, and much more. Please feel free to browse this website to familiarize yourself with the Lacey Township Police Department and the services available. This site will continue to evolve as additional opportunities to serve you better become available.
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Township News – Lacey Township Police Department – Gille Park Skate Park Evening Event – This Friday, September 8th, 2017
Gille Park Skate Park Evening Event Scheduled for This Friday, September 8th, 2017. The next Gille Park Skate Park Evening event will be held this Friday night, September 8th, 2017, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The skate park will be open from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 pm, with a live DJ playing music. Lighting will be provided by the Lacey Township Police Department with assistance from both the Forked River and Lanoka Harbor Fire Departments. In addition, both the Lacey Township EMS and Lanoka Harbor EMS will be on scene. The Lacey Municipal Police Foundation and the Lacey Township Municipal Alliance have partnered together to bring a mobile gaming trailer to this event. The mobile gaming trailer will be provided by "Party Crashers" and will be at the skate park from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Age appropriate games will be available to the kids. The "Party Crashers" mobile gaming trailer participated in last year's Lacey Day Event, and has participated in numerous events throughout Ocean County. The skate park is specifically for the use of skateboards, scooters, and in-line skates. Bicycles are not permitted. All users are required to wear a helmet in the skate park at all times, and follow all of the posted skate park rules. Bottled water will [...]
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – August 25th Through August 31st, 2017
Shoplifting – On Thursday, August 31, 2017, at 4:17 p.m., Officer Andrew Slota responded to One Love Surf Shop, located at 312 South Main Street in Forked River, for a report of a shoplifting. The owner reported that on August 25, 2017, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a white female, between 20 and 30 years of age, brought merchandise into the dressing room for an extended period of time and then left without purchasing anything. The store owner reported that at approximately 2:00 p.m. on August 31, 2017, the same female entered the store and took several items of clothing into the dressing room and then left again without purchasing anything. The store owner reported that they discovered a short time later that several items of clothing had been stolen. The stolen merchandise included an O’Neill shirt valued at $44, a Jetty zip up hooded sweatshirt valued at $49, and a swimsuit valued at $18. The total value of the stolen merchandise is $103. The female was observed by the store employee entering a red 2001 Saturn sedan. The suspect remains at large and the incident is under investigation. Theft – On Thursday, August 31, 2017, at 9:35 a.m., Officer Frederick [...]
Township News – Young People in Recovery (YPR) of Ocean County to Hold Next Monthly Meeting on September 7th, 2017
*** Young People in Recovery (YPR) of Ocean County to hold meeting next Thursday, September 7th, 2017 *** Young People in Recovery (YPR) of Ocean County will be meeting in Lacey Township on Thursday evening, September 7th, 2017. The meeting will be held in the Lacey Township Recreation building and will start at 7:30 p.m. Additional dates include October 5th, November 2nd, and December 7th, 2017. YPR of Ocean County NJ is looking to build their team of Chapter members to organize workshops, recovery events and to speak at Recovery Based Forums. Young or old you can help. In Recovery or not you can help. The Recovery community consists of those in recovery, family and supporters. If anyone is interested or has any questions please email: oceancountynj@youngpeopleinrecovery.org.
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 Flynn at 609.693.6636 x2593 or forward an anonymous crime tip via the department's website at www.laceypd.org/crime-tips.
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 recliners, two ottomans, and other smaller furniture had been stolen from the residence. The stolen property is estimated at $5,000. Entry was gained through a window on the ground floor level of the residence between Saturday, November 9, 2013, and Wednesday, November 13, 2013. Detective Samuel Della Sala responded to the scene and is investigation. Criminal Mischief (Auto) – On Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at 8:14 a.m., Officers responded to the 200 block of Barramore Avenue in Lanoka Harbor for a report of criminal mischief. The complainant reported that between 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, and 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, an unknown person or persons smashed the front driver’s side window of his vehicle that was parked at the residence. [...]
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 and drug paraphernalia. She was turned over to the custody of her parent and school. She was later charged on a juvenile complaint with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Additional charges are pending. • Burglary and Theft (Residence) – On Tuesday, November 5, 2013, at 11:04 a.m., Officers responded to the 700 block of Briar Road in Lanoka Harbor for a theft. The complainant stated that between October 19, 2013 and October 26, 2013, an unknown person or persons entered his residence and stole property valued at approximately $2,400. The property consisted of, but was not limited to: a laptop computer, a bicycle, a camera, and various tools. There were no signs of forced entry. • Theft – On Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at 2:38 p.m., [...]