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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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Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – May 21st through May 28th, 2020
Fraud- On Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 2:38 p.m., Officer Alan Abrecht met with a Forked River resident reporting fraud. The victim stated that an unknown suspect opened a checking account and a credit card in his name. It also appears that the same suspect put a stop on the victim’s mail so he would not be made aware of the transactions. The suspect took cash advances totaling $1,900. Theft- On Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 6:17 p.m., Officer Andrew Slota met with a Norwood Street resident in reference to a theft. The victim reported several items missing from her home including an undetermined amount of cash and prescription medication. Assist Other Agency- On Saturday, May 23, 2020, at 6:07 p.m., Officers Keith Pearce and Michael Hutman responded to the Capstan Drive area for a reported female swimmer in distress. The caller reported that a female had fallen off a jet ski and appeared to need assistance. Several people in the area, including two fisherman, advised that they observed two females on a jet ski go into the lagoon and then exit as if they entered the wrong lagoon. The New Jersey State Police Marine Unit and [...]
Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Memorial Day – May 25, 2020
Today we honor all the brave men and women of our armed forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. The members of the Lacey Township Police Department thank you. Have a safe Memorial Day.
Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – A Thank You to Ocean County Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Captain’s Inn, Fusaro’s Pizza, Fusciello’s Deli, Tomato’s Pizzeria and Diesel’s Subs and Wraps – May 22, 2020
The members of the Lacey Township Police Department remain grateful, and humbled, by the continuous support and generosity shown by our community. We would like to thank the following residents, and local businesses, for their generous contributions throughout this past week: Ocean County Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Dr. Glenn Candeletti of the Stress Center and the Candeletti Family, The Captain’s Inn, Fusaro’s Pizza and Pasta, Fusciello’s Butcher and Deli, Tomatoes Pizzeria, and Diesel’s Subs & Wraps. Thank you for everything, we truly appreciate all of your support. While we are all affected by the hardships the COVID-19 pandemic has brought, we encourage the support of our great local businesses, as you are able to. As always, stay well and be safe. Thank you.
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – May 3rd through May 9th, 2019
Fraud- On Friday, May 3, 2019, Officer Michael Baldasari took a report of fraud from a Township resident. The resident reported that he received an offer via Craigslist for outdoor furniture that he had posted for sale. The purchaser forwarded a check via overnight mail for an amount much higher than the asking price. The buyer asked that the check be cashed and the extra money to be given to the moving company that was hired to transport the furniture. After becoming suspicious of the proposed sale, the seller discovered that the check originated from an Oklahoma bank that had no record of the account. Assist other Agency – On Thursday, May 2, 2019, at 7:45 p.m., officers began checking the waterfront of the Barnegat Bay in an attempt to locate a lost kayaker after receiving a request from the Berkeley Township Police Department. It was immediately determined that the subject was near the mouth of the Forked River. Agencies including the Forked River Fire Department and Lacey Township Underwater Rescue & Recovery were summoned to assist the NJSP Marine Unit. The subject, a 46 year-old Maryland man, later pulled himself to safety using a dock [...]
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – April 26th through May 2nd, 2019
Fires – On April 26, 2019, Officer Julie Barcalow and Officer Michael Baldasari responded to the report of an appliance fire at an East Lacey Road, Forked River residence. The homeowner was able to extinguish the fire that emerged from the back of the range. Forked River Fire Department assisted with fans to blow out the heavy smoke. Dispute/DWI – On April 26, 2019, Officer Michael Baldasari and Officer Patrick Watkins responded to the report of a dispute at a Woodland Road, Forked River home. As officers were responding they were advised that one of the subjects drove from the home in a silver truck. Officer Baldasari observed the vehicle on Sommerell Avenue and conducted a motor vehicle stop. The driver, Eric Doeffinger, 42, was determined to be under the influence of alcohol after failing field sobriety tests and placed under arrest. He was charged with DWI, Refusal to Submit to Breath Testing, Reckless Driving, and Failure to Maintain Lane. His vehicle was impounded in accordance with John’s Law. Doeffinger also had a warrant issued by Toms River Municipal Court in the amount of $350. He was released after satisfying the warrant. Burglary-On April 26, 2019, Officer [...]
Department News-Lacey Township Police Department-Burglary Arrest
BURGLARY ARREST On April 25, 2019 at 3:24 p.m., the Lacey Township Police Department responded to a residence on Cedar Drive, Lanoka Harbor, for a report of an unknown male subject entering a residence. Officers responded to the scene and learned that the unknown male had entered the residence through an unlocked front door. After entering the home, the male was confronted by the resident of the home. The male then left the residence. The Lacey Township Detective Bureau was advised and responded to assist. During the investigation, a detailed description of the suspect was quickly ascertained from witnesses and video surveillance. The investigation revealed the male had been riding a bicycle, while wearing a large backpack, in the area of Cedar Drive in Lanoka Harbor. The male subject was seen riding his bicycle onto several residential properties, where he would check areas of the properties for items of value, enter fenced in areas, as well as knock on doors to check and see if residents were home. As the investigation continued, it was determined that several burglaries and thefts had occurred in the area. The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department - Crime Scene Investigations responded and assisted [...]