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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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Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – National Nurses Day – May 6th, 2020
The members of the Lacey Township Police Department would like to take a moment to thank all of the nurses out there on National Nurses Day. What a perfect time to honor these heroes. Thank you for everything you do!!
Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Thank You to All Teachers!! – May 5, 2020
The members of the Lacey Township Police Department would like to say thank you to all of the teachers on National Teacher’s Day! Although your classrooms are now virtual, you have all continued to help our children grow in so many ways. We are grateful for everything you do for our children. Thank you!!
Department News – Lacey Township Police Department – Thank You Captain’s Inn – May 5, 2020
While we continue to remain humbled by the outpouring show of support from our community, we would like to recognize the Captain's Inn, 304 E. Lacey Road, Forked River. This past Sunday evening, the Captain's Inn, provided dinner for our police officers and dispatchers. We would like to extend our utmost gratitude to Debbie, and her staff, for their overwhelming support and kindness to the members of the Lacey Township Police Department. The Captain's Inn continues to support our community during these difficult times and for that, we sincerely thank them. http://captainsinnnj.com We would also like to thank our community for their continued support and cooperation, as we all adjust during these difficult times. Thank you.
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – January 4th, 2019 through January 10th, 2019
Credit Card Fraud – On Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at 10:55 a.m., Officer Alan Abrecht responded to the 800 block of Anchor Drive in Forked River for a report of fraudulent credit card use. The victim stated that she received a judgment letter from Mercer County Superior Court indicating they would garnish her wages for an unpaid credit card debt of $1486.86. An account was opened in her name with the address of Elm Avenue in Bordentown, NJ, the address of her deceased spouse. The victim was advised to contact the credit company regarding the incident and inform that a police report has been filed. Criminal Mischief – On Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at 7:48 a.m., Officer Alan Abrecht responded to the 200 block of Predmore Avenue in Lanoka Harbor for a report of criminal mischief to a vehicle. The victim stated that an unknown person(s) smashed the driver side window of his 1997 Ford pickup. The victim believes the incident occurred during the evening of January 8, 2019, at around 10:30 p.m. The damage to the vehicle is estimated at $250. Credit Card Fraud – On Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at 2:21 p.m., Officer Dimitrios [...]
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – December 28, 2018 through January 3, 2019
• Shoplifting – On Thursday, January 3, 2019, at 1:45 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick responded to the Walmart, located at 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor for a shoplifting. Investigation led to the arrest of 25-year-old Samantha V. Binford of Seaside Heights, NJ, for shoplifting merchandise valued at $52.77. She was transported to police headquarters and processed. Samantha V. Binford was charged on a complaint summons with shoplifting and released. • Theft – On Thursday, January 3, 2019, at 10:51 a.m., Officer John McKee responded to a Lacey Township residence for a theft report. The complainant reported on December 27, 2018, he responded to his residence located on the 800 block of Dolan Street in Lanoka Harbor, and observed $4450.00 worth of property missing from a fenced in area. The property included but was not limited to aluminum siding, steel braces and pins, a cement mixer, a ladder, and various masonry tools. • Theft by Deception/Forgery Arrest – On Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at 3:19 p.m., Officer Daniel Ricciardella responded to the Lacey Shell Station, 922 Lacey Road in Forked River for a report of fraud/theft involving a counterfeit $100 bill. Officer Ricciardella met with an employee of Shell, [...]
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – December 21st through December 27th, 2018
Warrant Arrest – On Thursday December 27, 2018, at 11:58 p.m., Officer Jesse Dalziel was investigating an incident at the Walmart, Lanoka Harbor, when he came across a male subject identified as Michael Bowman, 50, of Gladney Ave, Toms River, who had multiple warrants issued for his arrest. Michael Bowman was arrested on a no bail warrant out of Ocean County, and two Lakewood Municipal Court Warrants totaling $1732.00. He was lodged in Ocean County Jail. Warrant Arrest- On Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at 10:26 a.m., Special Officer John Cate conducted a motor vehicle stop at Newark Avenue and Lacey Road in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 52-year-old Tammy A. Cirone of Newark Avenue, Forked River, to have an active warrant out of Lacey Township Municipal Court in the amount of $600. She was processed and released on her own recognizance. DWI Arrest – On Monday, December 24, 2018 at 4:09 a.m., Officers Scott Keefe and Anthony Sarno responded to the area of Briggs Avenue and Chelsea Street in Forked River for a suspicious vehicle. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 59-year-old Charles E. Wilbert of [...]