Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – November 25, 2021 through December 2, 2021
Motor Vehicle Stop/Warrant Arrest: On Friday, November 26, 2021, at 10:45 pm, Officer Dylan Emmett conducted a motor vehicle stop at the intersection of Route 9 and Haines Street in Lanoka Harbor, for no head lights on. The driver, Jacquelyn Smith, age 30, was found to have an outstanding no-bail warrant from the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department. As a result of the warrant she was arrested and transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility without incident.
Motor Vehicle Stop/Warrant Arrest: On Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 1:51 pm, Officer Michael Hyle conducted a motor vehicle stop on Laurel Boulevard in Lanoka Harbor. The driver, William Frank, age 77, was found to have a suspended driver’s license and an outstanding Berkeley Township Municipal Court warrant. W. Frank was transported to headquarters where he posted his bail in full. He was issued a motor vehicle summons and released.
Criminal Mischief: On Sunday, November 28, 2021, at 5:46 pm, Officer Michael Hyle responded to Gille Park for a report of criminal mischief to the bathrooms. Upon arrival, he discovered graffiti within the women’s bathroom, located closest to the soccer fields. The bathrooms were secured and the damage to the bathrooms were photographed. The DPW was notified about the incident for removal.
Motor Vehicle Stop/Warrant Arrest: On Thursday, December 2, 2021, at 8:06 pm, Officer Martin Julian conducted a motor vehicle stop for speeding near the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Route 9 South in Forked River. Investigation at the scene revealed that the driver, Zalika Hamilton, age 26, had an outstanding warrant. Z. Hamilton was placed under arrest and transported to Headquarters. She was later released on her own recognizance after being issued a motor vehicle summons.
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – November 18 through November 25, 2021
Theft- On Friday, November 19, 2021, at 12:36 a.m., Officer Scott Keefe was dispatched to Wawa, 800 Lacey Road in reference to a theft. The victim reported that she exited the store and accidently left her purse behind. As she returned to retrieve the purse, it was missing. The purse was later located in the lot with contents removed. The incident remains under investigation.
Arrest- On Friday, November 19, 2021, at 1:04 p.m., Officer Nyeem Calhoun arrested a Forked River resident on the strength of an outstanding warrant. Craig Roberson was arrested in connection with $500 cash bail set by the Haddon Township Municipal Court. He was released after the bail was satisfied.
Summons- On Friday, November 19, 2021, at 11:37 p.m., Officer Dallas Gant issued a Special Complaint Summons to an adult female at the Deerhead Lake parking lot. Lauren Hartman, 30, was charged with Possessing/Inhaling a Toxic Chemical and released from custody. Hartman was charged with the same offense on November 20 by Officer Hyle while in the parking lot of Walmart.
Fraud- On Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at 9:44 p.m., Office Anthony Ravallo was dispatched to 7-Eleven, 524 Lacey Road. The store employee reported that a couple entered the store and purchased items valued at $35. Shortly thereafter, the employee realized that the bills were counterfeit. Video surveillance is being used to help identify the actors.
Fatal MVA- On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at 7:02 p.m., officers were dispatched to Beach Boulevard for the report of a pedestrian struck. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 72 year-old Forked River man stepped into the lane of travel as he began to cross the road when he was struck. The driver, a 19 year-old male, was traveling west bound with his juvenile sister as a passenger when the accident occurred. Speed does not appear to be a contributing factor to the accident.
Lacey Township EMS and RWJ Paramedics responded to the scene. As a result of injuries sustained during the accident, the victim succumbed to his injuries while enroute to the hospital. The driver and passenger were not injured during the accident and denied medical attention.
The collision remains under investigation by Sergeant George Resetar and Patrolman Michael Baldasari. The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department Crime Scene Unit also participated in the investigation.
Anyone with information pertaining to the investigation should contact Patrolman Baldasari at (609) 693-6636, 2542.
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – November 11 through November 18, 2021
MVA- On Thursday, November 11, 2021, at 2:24 p.m., Officer Dan Ricciardella investigated a motor vehicle accident on West Lacey Road. It was reported that the accident occurred when the 85 year-old driver of one vehicle turned in front of another vehicle being operate by a 72 year-old Forked River resident. Although the vehicles did not collide, the second vehicle was forced to leave the roadway and strike a traffic sign. Through video surveillance, Officer Ricciardella was able to determine that Charles Hicks, 51, was the driver of the first vehicle and not his mother Joan Hicks. Charles was charged criminally with Operating a Motor Vehicle During License Suspension. Joan was charged with Hindering the Apprehension. Both were released on their own recognizance pending a Court appearance.
Assault- On Friday, November 12, 2021, at 4:31 p.m., Officers Anthony Sarno and Elton Copes were dispatched to a Harris Road residence for a landlord/tenant dispute. The owner of the home, Sean Mahoney, 51, was issued a summons for simple assault after striking the tenant.
Arrest- On Friday, November 12, 2021, at 9:04 p.m., Officers Anthony Sarno and Patrick Watkins were dispatched to a Radcliffe Road residence. During an interaction with Randy Rozell, he kicked and struck officers while making threats. Randy, 30, was ultimately charged with Resisting Arrest, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, and Terroristic Threats.
Arrest- On Friday, November 12, 2021, at 11:08 p.m., Officers Anthony Sarno and Scott Keefe arrested a Barnegat Township woman for two outstanding warrants. Both Freehold Township and Freehold Boro issued warrants for Quasandra Everett, 35, with bail totaling $1,499. Quasandra was later released from custody after the bail was satisfied.
Arrest- On Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 3:36 p.m., officers were dispatched to the wooded area behind 7-Eleven, 403 Route 9, for a possible fire. Upon arrival, officers located Moses Sutton who had two outstanding warrants. Moses was arrested and transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in lieu of $2,700 cash bail. The warrants were issued by the Lacey and Barnegat Township Municipal Courts.
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – November 4 through November 11, 2021
Burglary- On Thursday, November 4, 2021, at 10:32 a.m., Officer Michael Hein was dispatched to Key West Road in reference to theft from a vehicle. The victim reported that during overnight hours, an unknown suspect(s) stole tools, cash and medication from his vehicle. The actor is suspected to have gained entry through a broken window that was covered with plastic.
Arrest- On Saturday, November 6, 2021, at 12:42 a.m., Officers Randy Plis and Brian Holt encountered a Long Branch man sleeping in his vehicle at Wawa, 444 Route 9. During their interaction, officers discovered an outstanding warrant for the driver, William Greene-Vonglahn, 26. While being placed under arrest, Vonglahn was found in possession of heroin and drug paraphernalia. Vonglahn was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe. He was later lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility on the strength of the warrant.
Fraud- On Sunday, November 7, 2021, at 9:17 p.m., Officer Dan Biel met with a Forked River resident in reference to fraud. The victim reported that he was contacted by a person representing himself as technical support from a computer company. The suspect convinced the victim to allow access to his computer to address an alleged virus. The suspect was able to enter banking and other personal information prior to the victim making a $1,500 payment. The payment was forward to Warren, Ohio.
Arrest- On Monday, November 8, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to Walmart in reference to shoplifters being detained by asset protection. Officers arrested James DeCarlo, 28, and Deja Rojas, 24, for attempting to exit the store with concealed merchandise. Rojas was released on her own recognizance while DeCarlo was transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in accordance with bail reform.
Weekly Police Blotter – Lacey Township Police Department – October 28 through November 4, 2021
Storm Conditions- On Friday, October 29, 2021, officers fielded an extensive amount of calls in connection with a severe storm. In many waterfront neighborhoods, tides exceeded normal limits causing flooding and damage. High winds resulted in falling trees leading to damaged property.
Arrest- On Friday, October 29, 2021, at 5:30 p.m., Officer Bruce Carver was dispatched to Wawa, 444 Route 9, for a subject causing a disturbance. The actor, Moses Sutton, was ultimately arrested for an outstanding warrant issued by the Barnegat Township Municipal Court. Sutton was transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of $1,000 bail.
DWI- On Saturday, October 30, 2021, at 9:34 p.m., our agency received a call in reference to an erratic driver. The vehicle was located on Bowsprit Drive and the operator was identified as Samantha Mazzeo, 29. The investigation led to the arrest of Samantha for DWI. She was processed and later released after being charged with DWI and Reckless Driving.
Arrest- On Sunday, October 31, 2021, at 12:27 a.m., Officers Anthony Ravallo and Dan Biel conducted a motor vehicle stop after a violation. The stop resulted in the arrest of the driver for an outstanding warrant. Izm Rodriguez, 20, was processed and released for a Barnegat Township Municipal Court warrant after satisfying the $450 bail.
Arrest- On Monday, November 1, 2021, at 4:05 p.m., officers responded to Walmart in reference to a shoplifter. While there, it was determined that Rhiannon Bogdan, 23, concealed items valued at $205 and attempted to exit the store. While being placed under arrest, officers discovered that Rhiannon was in possession of a hypodermic syringe. In addition, Rhiannon was wanted by the Ocean County Superior Court for outstanding shoplifting charges. Rhiannon was charged with Shoplifting and Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe prior to being transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility.
Fire- On Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 6:51 p.m., officers responded to Gille Park in reference to smoke. Officers discovered that the garbage can inside the men’s bathroom was smoldering. The Lanoka Harbor Fire Department extinguished the fire.