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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/Lacey Township Emergency Services – No Shave November Keep it Local 2020
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, we have successfully raised over $21,000. These funds were disseminated through various cancer charities including, Prevent Cancer Foundation, Fight Colorectal Cancer, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as directed by the No-Shave November campaign. This year, the members of the Lacey Township Police Department will once again be breaking protocol in the No Shave way, to help one of our own community leaders who has recently passed away. All of our donations raised this year will be forwarded to the family of Chief John Szafranski III of the Lanoka Harbor Volunteer Fire Company. Chief Szafranski was a dedicated No-Shave participant who was privately fighting his own courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer for the past several years. Our initial goal for this year’s fundraiser was to [...]
Traffic Alert–Route 9/Bay Avenue (Forked River)–Road Closed
The Lacey Township Police Department is currently investigating a serious motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Route 9 and Bay Avenue in Forked River. Route 9 will be closed in both directions until the investigation is complete. Please use caution if traveling in that area.
Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Route 9 and Laurel Blvd – Road Closure/Detour – October 3rd, 2020
Due to a motor vehicle crash at Route 9 and Laurel Boulevard in Lanoka Harbor (Lacey Township) involving a telephone pole, that area of Route 9 will be closed for several hours. There will be detours at two locations (Route 9 and South Street) along with Route 9 and Haines Street in Lacey Township. Please avoid the area if possible and drive safely. Thank you. -Chief Michael C. DiBella
News Release-Lacey Township Police Department-December 16, 2019
On Monday, December 16, 2019 at 8:02 p.m., the Lacey Township Police Department responded to the Walmart, 580 Route 9 N, Lanoka Harbor, to investigate a suspicious incident involving an unspecified bomb threat. As a precaution, the manager of the store made the determination to evacuate the building while the incident remained under investigation. At approximately 11:23 p.m., the store was re-opened to the public after it was determined to be safe. The Lacey Township Police Department was assisted by various K-9 units from throughout Ocean County, as well as patrol officers from Berkeley Township. Additionally, the Lanoka Harbor Fire Department and the Lanoka Harbor First Aid Squad responded to the scene as a precaution. There is no active threat to the public. The incident remains under investigation. Released by Lt. Paul Sullivan
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – December 6th through December 12th, 2019
DWI- On Friday, December 6, 2019, at 3:10 p.m., dispatch received a phone call concerning an intoxicated driver. Officers Michael Hutman and Anthony Ravallo were able to locate the vehicle on Adolphus Street. The driver, Randy Miles, 52, was ultimately arrested and transported to headquarters. Prior to being released, Myles was charged with DWI and Reckless Driving. Burglary- On Saturday, December 7, 2019, at 9:50 p.m., Officer Randolph Plis was dispatched to a Brookdale Park Drive residence in reference to a vehicle burglary. The victim reported that someone had entered her vehicle and stole an amount of cash and a debit card. The vehicle was parked in the victim's driveway at the time of the theft. Burglary- On Sunday, December 8, 2019, at 8:00 a.m., Officer John Simonson was dispatched to a Brightwood Drive residence after the homeowner reported a theft. The victim stated that someone entered his vehicle that was parked in the driveway stealing a cell phone and a credit card. The theft is valued at $100. Arrest- On Sunday, December 8, 2019, at 8:45 a.m., Officer Michael Hein arrested Amy Haas, 45. Haas was arrested at the Dollar General in connection with an outstanding [...]
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – November 29th through December 5th, 2019
CDS Arrest- On Friday, November 29, 2019, at 12:49 p.m., Officers Michael Hein, Darrell Nick, and Dan Ricciardella responded to the parking lot of Walmart after a caller reported possible drug activity. As officers arrived they made contact with David Michaelson of Matawan and Robbiejo Ewan of Rahway. While speaking with the two, officers noticed drug paraphernalia on the floor of the vehicle. Both suspects were placed under arrest and a further search revealed an amount of heroin and additional paraphernalia. Both suspects were charged with Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Michaelson was also issued a summons for Possession of CDS in a Motor Vehicle. Both were released on their own recognizance in accordance with bail reform. Juvenile Delinquency- On Friday, November 29, 2019, at 4:30 p.m., officers responded to a wooded area behind Heritage Apartments for a juvenile problem. Officers located three juvenile males, all from Lacey, who appeared to be lighting fires in the area. Each was charged with Criminal Mischief and released to their respective parent. Fires- On Friday, November 29, 2019, at 6:50 p.m., Officer Randy Plis responded to a Dogwood Lane residence for a reported fire. It appeared that [...]