Weekly Police Blotter

• Warrant Arrest – On Friday, October 25, 2019, at 1:30 a.m., Officer Jesse Dalziel responded to the 600 block of Sunrise Boulevard for a dispute call in.  Investigation at the scene  led to the arrest of 36-year-old Erin K. Royer of 1903 Baltimore Ave, Lavallette, NJ, for four outstanding warrants.  One of the warrants was a no bail warrant out of Bergen County Sheriff’s Department.  The other three warrants were out of Cliffside Park in the amount of $250, Freehold Township in the amount of $2,500 and Berkeley Township in the amount of $500.  She was processed and transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in lieu of bail.
• Criminal Mischief– On Saturday, October 26, 2019, at 10:59 a.m., Officers Michael Verwey and Dallas Gant responded to the area of Hickory Drive for a report of criminal mischief to a vehicle.  The victim reported that he parked his vehicle in the driveway of his home on the evening prior and found the rear windshield shattered at the time of the report.  It is unknown who or what caused the damage.  The damage was estimated at $600.
• Theft– On Saturday, October 26, 2019, at 2:26 p.m., Officers Michael Verwey and Dallas Gant responded to the area of Boox Street for a report of a theft.  The victim reported that he parked his motorcycle in the backyard of his home and that unknown person(s) removed items from the motorcycle’s saddle bags.  The missing items were described as a tool set, a motorcycle cover and a bottle of hydraulic fluid.  The items were valued at $45.
• Fraud– On Sunday, October 27, 2019, at 8:06 a.m., Officer Daniel Ricciardella responded to the Wawa (444 Rt 9 S) for a fraud report. The store manager reported that he counted out the register and found two counterfeit twenty dollar bills.  The bills both had the same serial number on them along with writing stating “This note is not legal, it is to be used for motion pictures only”.  The store surveillance cameras captured the suspect and the incident remains under investigation.
• Criminal Mischief – On Sunday, October 27, 2019, at 4:10 p.m., Officer Michael Baldasari responded to the area of Elwood Street for a report of criminal mischief to a vehicle.  The victim reported that he parked his vehicle in the driveway of his home on the day prior and found the passenger side window shattered on the morning of the report.  It is unknown who or what caused the damage.  The damage was approximately $300.
• Warrant Arrest – On Monday, October 28, 2019, at 3:36 a.m., Officer Scott Keefe stopped a motor vehicle for an improper left hand turn near the intersection of Haines Street and Manchester Avenue.  Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 23-year-old, Mosley L. Wright for two outstanding warrants.  The first warrant was out of Little Silver in the amount of $1,000.  The second warrant was out Berkeley Township in the amount of $350.  He was processed and posted the bail.
• DWI with Accident – On Monday, October 28, 2019, at 6:41 p.m., Officers Michael Baldasari and Noah Schaffer responded to Walmart for a report of a minor motor vehicle accident involving two vehicles.  Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 21-year-old, Joanna L. Miller of Johhny Drive, Farmingdale, NJ.  She was processed and released on summonses for DWI and Reckless driving.  The vehicle she was operating was impounded pursuant to Johns Law.
• Warrant Arrest – On Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at 6:58 p.m., Officer Anthony Sarno responded to the Lacey Inn in reference to Lacey Transportation not receiving funds for providing a ride to a subject.    Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 42-year-old, Kristin Dyas, of New York for three outstanding warrants.  The first warrant was out of Brick Township Municipal Court in the amount of $537.  The second warrant was out of Atlantic City Municipal Court in the amount of $400.  The third warrant was out of Toms River Municipal Court in the amount of $250.  She was processed and released on her own recognizance.

Harassment — On Friday, October 18, 2019, at 9:10 a.m., Officer Patrick Watkins met with a Lacey resident reporting harassment pertaining to approximately 65 phone calls coming in all hours of the night.  The victim reported that a female suspect has been continuously calling and harassing her for unknown reasons.

Fire — On Friday, October 18, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., Officer Patrick Watkins responded to Chase Bank (744 Lacey Road) for a report of a mulch fire.  The Forked River Fire Department arrived on scene and extinguished the fire.

Fuel Leak — On Friday, October 18, 2019, at 1:22 p.m., Officer Patrick Watkins responded to the Captains Inn for a report of a diesel fuel leak coming from a delivery truck. The Forked River Fire Department arrived on scene and contained the fuel leak.

Fire/House — On Friday, October 18, 2019, at 9:50 p.m., Officers Brian Holt and Jason Lee responded to the area of Fox Hollow Drive for a house fire.  The Forked River Fire Department arrived on scene and extinguished the fire. The fire began in the dryer and did not damage any other part of the home.

Recovered (Stolen Motor Vehicle) — On Saturday, October 19, 2019, at 8:51 a.m., Officer John Simonson was dispatched to the area of Lacey Road and Dover Road for a Freightliner Tractor Trailer, parked in the middle of the roadway with no driver in it.  The vehicle’s registration came back to a stolen vehicle out of Cinnaminson NJ.  The vehicle was towed by Lacey Amoco.  Cinnaminson Police Department has an active investigation involving the theft of this vehicle.

Burglary/Theft — On Saturday, October 19, 2019, at 9:04 a.m., Officer Daniel Ricciardella was dispatched to the Bamber Chapel for a theft.  The caller reported that during the overnight hours someone entered the church and removed an undetermined amount of money from the petty cash box.  The incident remains under investigation.

DWI — On Saturday, October 19, 2019, at 3:57 p.m., Officers Michael Baldasari and John Simonson were dispatched to the area of Good Luck Cemetery for a suspicious vehicle.  Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 42-year-old, Jeffrey M. Forbes of DuPont Highway New Castle, DE, for DWI.  Forbes was processed and released on summonses for DWI, Reckless Driving and open container.  The vehicle he was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

Burglary (Vehicle) — On Monday October 21, 2019, at 4:59 p.m., Officer Anthony Sarno was dispatched to the area of Skimmer Court for a burglary and theft of a purse.  The victim reported that sometime between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on 10/20/2019, her purse was stolen out of her vehicle.  She reported that the items removed were worth approximately $100.  The incident remains under investigation.

Warrant Arrest — On Tuesday, October 22, 2019, at 9:06 p.m., Officer Michael Baldasari responded to Hazelton Avenue to serve two active warrants out of Lacey Township Municipal Court for ($1,500) & Allentown Municipal Court for ($1,378).  Officer Baldasari arrested 47-year-old, Lorraine H. Schuster, on the outstanding warrants.  She was processed and transported to Ocean County Correctional Facility in lieu of bail.

Theft (Bicycle) — On Wednesday October 23, 2019, at 5:49 p.m., Officer Jason Lee responded to the area of Elwood Street for a report of a theft of a bicycle.  The victim reported that sometime between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. on 10/23/2019, his BMX “KINK” model bicycle black in color was removed from the front yard of his home.  The bicycle is worth approximately $489.

Harassment — On Thursday, October 24, 2019, at 12:57 p.m., Officer Michael Baldasari responded to the area of Independence Drive to meet with a Lacey resident complaining of harassment.  The victim reported that a few weeks ago her husband was out in front of their home and yelled at an adolescent white male speeding in a newer blue Honda Civic.  Since then, the young male has been continuously driving past their home, blowing his car horn and giving them the middle finger.

Theft (Cell Phone) — On Thursday October 24, 2019, at 2:37 p.m., Officer Michael Baldasari responded to the area of Route 9 N for a theft report.  The victim reported that sometime between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on 10/23/2019, his Apple “Iphone 8” was stolen while he was out shopping at Walmart.  The phone is worth approximately $700.

MVA Cyclist Struck — On Friday October 11, 2019, at 7:07 a.m., officers John McKee and Martin Julian responded to the area of Haines Street and Lake Barnegat Drive North. Upon arrival, they discovered that a juvenile female had been struck while riding her bicycle to the High School. She was treated by LTFAS and transported to the hospital for minor scrapes and bruises. The vehicle in question had left the scene prior to the arrival of officers. Due to eyewitness statements as well as those by the victim, officers located the vehicle in the Walmart parking lot although the driver could not be located.  The investigation is ongoing.

DWI — On Saturday October 12, 2019, at 5:35 a.m., Officers Darrell Nick and Anthony Ravallo responded to Route 539. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a vehicle struck a tree on the side of the road. The investigation led to the arrest of the driver, 24-year-old, Peter Ladinski, of Howell, NJ for DWI. Ladinski was issued summonses for DWI, Reckless Driving, and Failure to Maintain Lane.

Structure Fire — On Saturday October 12, 2019, at 11:30 a.m., officers Michael Hein and Michael Hutman responded to a residence on Serpentine Drive for a structure fire. Upon arrival, officers found smoke and smoke detectors sounding. Officers removed two dogs from the residence prior to the arrival of the Forked River Fire Department who extinguished the fire. The Ocean County Fire Marshal determined the fire originated at the stove and ruled the incident accidental.

Shoplifting — On Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., Officers Darrell Nick and Anthony Ravallo responded to Walmart for a reported shoplifter.  During their investigation, 44-year-old, Deana Walton, of Waretown, was arrested for concealing merchandise valued at $80.00.  Walton was released on criminal summons for shoplifting pending a Court appearance.

Theft — On Sunday October 13, 2019, at 11:05 a.m., Officers Darrell Nick and Anthony Ravallo  were dispatched to the area of Skiff Way Drive for theft of a gas can.  Investigation at the scene revealed that an unknown 5′ 5″ slender white female with a light colored shirt and dark pants walked up the driveway of the home and removed a five-gallon gas-can from the garage.  The vehicle she was operating was described as a light colored SUV with South Carolina plates on it.  The gas can had approximately 2 gallons of gas in it.

Arrest / Possession of CDS — On Sunday October 13, 2019, at 2;15 p.m., Officers Michael Hein and Daniel Ricciardella were conducting an investigation into a theft of a cellular telephone at 332 Route 9 South. During the course of the investigation, the suspect, identified as 40-year-old, Patricia M. O’Connor of 1031 Tuckahoe Road, Millmay, NJ was found not only to possess the stolen phone but a quantity of suspect Methamphetamine, Crack Cocaine, Marijuana and hypodermic syringes.  She was processed and charged with possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, possession of hypodermic syringes, possession of 50 grams or less of Marijuana and possession of stolen property.  She was transported to Ocean County Correctional Facility in accordance with bail reform.

Warrant Arrest — On Sunday October 13, 2019, at 11:51 p.m., Officers Scott Keefe and Randolph Plis responded to Quail Hill Drive to serve an outstanding Seaside Heights criminal warrant for harassment and contempt.  Officers arrested 63-year-old, Henry Svehla of 301 Quail Hill Drive on an active Seaside Heights warrant and transported him to Lacey Police Department for processing.  He was processed and turned over to Seaside Heights on the two outstanding warrants.

Fraud — On Monday October 14, 2019, at 6:39 p.m., Officer Anthony Sarno was dispatched to the area of Beach Boulevard for a fraud investigation.  The victim reported that he recently received a cellular phone bill from Verizon in the amount of $134.87 under his name.  When he contacted Verizon in reference to not owning a Verizon cell phone they referred him to their fraud department.  The incident remains under investigation.

DWI / Refusal – On Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at 11:31 p.m., Officer Jesse Dalziel conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route 9 just into Berkeley Township for failure to maintain lane.  The stop resulted in the arrest of the owner/driver of the vehicle, 33-year-old, Katrina Creagh of Old Freehold Road, Toms River for DWI.  Katrina later refused to provide breath samples and was released on summonses for DWI, refusing to Submit to breath samples, reckless driving and failure to maintain lane.  Accurate Towing responded and impounded the vehicle.

Fire  — On Thursday October 17, 2019, at 6:03 p.m., Officer Elton Copes was dispatched to the area of Tappan Street for a report of a tree on fire.  The Forked River Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire.  The fire occurred due to a power wire falling on the tree.  Power was out in the area for a few hours until JCP&L restored it.

Fraud- On Friday, October 4, 2019, at 2:40 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick met with a Barnegat resident reporting fraudulent activity on his credit card.  The victim reported that an unknown suspect used his credit card number to book two nights at a local hotel.  The incident is being investigated by the detective bureau.

Burglary- On Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 11:50 a.m., Officer Dan Ricciardella responded to a Pine Street, Lanoka Harbor residence for a reported theft.  The victim reported that an unknown person entered his unlocked vehicle during overnight hours.  The suspect stole miscellaneous items valued at $23.

Burglary- On Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 2:37 p.m., a Bricktown resident reported that her car was entered while parked in a commercial lot.  The victim reported that the suspect stole an undetermined amount of cash and gift cards from her purse that was located inside.

Shoplifting- On Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 3:20 p.m., Officer Dan Ricciardella responded to Walmart in reference to a shoplifter.  Louis Spotorno, 56, of Bayville, was arrested and charged with Shoplifting after he attempted to conceal items in his clothing.  Spotorno was released on his own recognizance pending a Court appearance.

Theft- On Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 3:35 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick met with a Neptune, NJ resident.  The complainant stated that while in the process of moving from her former residence in Lacey Township, an unknown person stole her Apple iPhone.  The phone was valued at $500.

Fire- On Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 4:26 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick was dispatched to a Spar Drive residence for a kitchen fire.  The fire reportedly originated in a toaster oven spreading to the wall cabinets above.  The fire was extinguished by the homeowner prior to the arrival of the Forked River Fire Department.

DWI- On Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 10:50 p.m., Officer Scott Keefe conducted a motor vehicle stop on the Railroad Avenue Extension.  The stop was conducted after a license plate inquiry revealed that the owner had an expired driver’s license.  During the stop, Lawrence Havens, 57, of Whiting, NJ, was arrested for DWI.  Havens also had an outstanding probation warrant issued by Jacksonville, Florida.  He was issued summonses for DWI and Reckless Driving.  Jacksonville denied extradition for the warrant.

Robbery- On Sunday October 6, 2019, at 2:20 p.m., a West Creek resident reported to Officer Michael Hein that he was robbed at gunpoint.  The incident reportedly occurred during early morning hours as the victim and suspect were inside the suspect’s vehicle.  The victim was not injured and was deprived of $160.

Fire- On Monday, October 7, 2019, at 1:08 p.m., Sergeant Robert Surtees discovered a small fire on the outside of Rite Aid, 101 Route 9, Forked River.  The Forked River Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire that originated in a mulch bed.  No damage was sustained.

Taking Motor Vehicle without Consent- On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at 8:30 p.m., Officer Jason Lee responded to a Deerhead Lake Drive home in reference to a motor vehicle taken without the owner’s consent.  The vehicle was located in Stafford Township and returned to the owner.  The driver was issued a summons for Driving While Suspended.

Fire- On Wednesday, October 9, 2019, at 12:38 p.m., Officer Frederick Anderson was dispatched to a heater smoking inside a residence in the area of Admiral Road in Forked River.  The Forked River Fire Department responded and turned off the electrical breaker.  No damage was sustained.

Shoplifting- On Thursday, October 10, 2019, at 7:09 p.m., Officer Brian Holt responded to Walmart in reference to a shoplifter.  Megan Waldhelm, 28, of Toms River, was arrested, processed and released on a criminal summons for shoplifting.