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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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Township News – Lacey Township Police Department – Rotary Club of Forked River Pro Wrestling Event for Tonight Postponed – May 16, 2020
The Lacey Township Police Department has been receiving phone calls today from residents regarding the Rotary Club's Pro Wrestling fundraiser event that was previously scheduled for this evening at the Lacey Township High School. Due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, and the current New Jersey Executive Orders (holding this event now would be a violation of those orders) this event had been postponed and will be scheduled for a later date. Thank you.
Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Walmart Donation – May 15, 2020
While we continue to remain humbled by the outpouring show of support from our community during the COVID-19 pandemic, we would like to once again recognize our local Walmart, 580 Route 9 North, Lanoka Harbor. Earlier today (May 15, 2020) for National Police Week, members of the Lacey Walmart arrived at police headquarters with a donation of food for our entire staff. We would like to extend our gratitude to the staff at Walmart for their generous support of the Lacey Township Police Department, during both National Police Week and the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you.
Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Cub Scout Pack #35 Donation – May 15, 2020
The above photo depicts Lacey Township Police Officer Michael Baldasari (right), along with Mason and Maverick from Cub Scout Pack #35, after making a generous food donation to the Lacey Township Police Department. While we continue to remain humbled by the outpouring show of support from our community during the COVID-19 pandemic, we would like to recognize Cub Scout Pack #35. Last evening (May 14, 2020), for National Police Week, Cub Scout Pack #35 arrived at police headquarters with a substantial donation of food for our police officers and dispatchers. We would like to extend our utmost gratitude to the Cub Scouts for their generous support of the Lacey Township Police Department, during both National Police Week and the COVID-19 pandemic. Just a couple of days ago, on May 13, 2020, the police department was provided with an amazing "Thank you" video from Cub Scout Pack #35 (posted on our Facebook). The members of the Lacey Township Police Department were extremely appreciative of this video. The Cub Scouts continue to support and give back to our community. A big thank you to all the members of Cub Scout Pack #35!! Thank you.
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – March 29th, through April 4th, 2019
Theft — On Thursday, April 04, 2019, at 7:43 p.m., Officer Martin Julian responded to the area of the 200 block of Donald Street for a report of a theft. The victim stated that an unknown person(s) entered his unlocked Honda Civic and removed his wallet, credit cards, driver’s license and debit card out of the vehicle. The theft remains under investigation. Warrant Arrest — On Thursday, April 04, 2019, at 1:38 p.m., Officer Daniel Ricciardella responded to the area of the 1400 block of Clearview Street for a report of a suspicious incident. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 29-year-old Christopher Cox of Jay Street, Forked River, on two outstanding warrants. The first warrant was out of Seaside Heights Municipal Court in the amount of$450. The second warrant was out of Robbinsville Municipal Court in the amount of $1,168.99. He was transported to police headquarters, processed and turned over to Robbinsville Police Department in lieu of bail. CDS Arrest – On Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at 7:17 p.m., Special Officers Matthew Edwards and John Cate conducted a motor vehicle stop on Beach Boulevard in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the [...]
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – March 22nd, through March 28th, 2019
Criminal Mischief — On Thursday, March 28, 2019, at 7:20 p.m., Officer Christopher Meyler responded to the 1500 block of Beach Boulevard in reference to criminal mischief to a residence. Unknown person(s) sprayed paint on the side of the residence damaging the vinyl siding in the amount of approximately $300. CDS Arrest — On Wednesday, March 27, 2019, at 1:09 a.m., Officer Scott Keefe responded to a possible disabled vehicle on Route 9, near the Oyster Creek Power Plant. Sergeant Robert Surtees and Officer Julie Barcalow arrived to assist. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 42-year-old Edwin J. Nieves of Route 166, Toms River, NJ, and 35-year-old Heather A. McMillan of Marine Road, Waretown, NJ for CDS. Both were transported to police headquarters and processed. Edwin Nieves was charged on a warrant for Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Heather McMillan was charged on a warrant for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of Marijuana. Both were transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in accordance with bail reform. Warrant Arrest — On Wednesday, March 27, 2019, at 6:04 p.m., Officer Randolph Plis responded to the area of Biscayne Drive [...]
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – March 15th, through March 21st, 2019
Theft – On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at 1:13 p.m. Officer Randolph Plis responded to police headquarters to take a report of theft. The complainant reported that a trailer was stolen from his property located on the 1700 block of Lakeside Drive South, between Monday, March 18, and Tuesday, March 19, 2019. The total amount of the theft is estimated at $4,000. The incident remains under investigation. Residential Burglary – On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at 7:11 a.m., Officer Darrell Nick responded to the 1700 block of Lakeside Drive South in Forked River for a report of an attempted residential burglary. The complaint reported that sometime between 10:45 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19th, an unknown person(s) attempted to gain entry to the residence through a bedroom window on the side of the house. Nothing appeared to be missing from the home. The estimated cost to repair the damage to the window is $300. Warrant Arrest – On Monday, March 18, 2019, at 9:33 p.m., at police headquarters, Officer Patrick Watkins arrested 34-year-old Lauren M. Keller of Oak Road, Lanoka Harbor, for two outstanding Cranford Township warrants in the amount of $500. Lauren Keller was [...]