Weekly Police Blotter

Weekly Police Blotter – Press Release

May 6^th, 2014 thru May 12^th, 2014

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• Theft – On Monday, May 12, 2014, at 4:44 p.m., Officer Michael Hein responded to Taylor Lane in Forked River for a theft. The complainant reported that between November 1, 2013 and May 12, 2014, an unknown person or persons stole a red Roto Tiller (unknown make or model) valued at $300 from his backyard. In addition, the complainant reported that on May 8, 2014, an unknown person or persons stole a vehicle transmission (unknown what kind of vehicle the transmission belonged) valued at $800, that was also in the backyard.

• Criminal Mischief (Residence) – On Sunday, May 11, 2014, at 8:17 a.m., Officer Frederick Anderson responded to the 200 block of Lane Place in Forked River for a damaged mailbox. The complainant reported that between 7:00 p.m. on May 10, 2014 and 7:30 a.m. on May 11, 2014, an unknown person or persons struck his mailbox with an unknown object causing damage valued at $100. Officer Anderson is investigating the incident and is attempting to identify three juveniles seen in front of the residence on May 10, 2014, at approximately 9:30 p.m. causing the damage to the mailbox.

• DUI (Arrest) – On Sunday, May 11, 2014, at 3:21 a.m., Officer Michael Verwey conducted a traffic stop on Lacey Road near Lake Barnegat Drive in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, identified as 26-year-old Armando Quiroz-Martinez of Lacey Road in Forked River for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Armando Quiroz-Martinez was released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, Failure to Maintain Lane, and Unlicensed Driver. In addition, the vehicle’s registered owner, identified as 21-year-old Beatriz Lopez-Reyes of Route 9 in Howell, NJ, was issued a traffic summons for allowing a DUI to operate her vehicle. She was a passenger in the vehicle during the traffic stop. The vehicle being operated was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• DUI (Arrest) – On Sunday, May 11, 2014, at 12:43 a.m., Officers Evan Androcy and Dimitri Tsarnas conducted a traffic stop from Bay Avenue to across Rt 9 into the parking lot of the Forked River Freezer located at 308 Route 9 South in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 38-year-old Theodore J. Hutler, 3rd of Forked River for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Theodore J. Hutler, 3rd was released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, DUI Refusal, Reckless Driving, Failure to Observe a Stop Sign, Speeding, Failure to Maintain Lane, and Failure to Exhibit Required Documents. The vehicle being operated was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 11:29 p.m., Officers Dimitri Tsarnas and Evan Androcy conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of Walmart located at 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 36-year-old Melissa O’Rourke of Dolan Street in Lanoka Harbor on an outstanding warrant. The warrant was issued by the Lacey Township Municipal Court in the amount of $600. Melissa O’Rourke was transported to police headquarters and processed. She was released by the court ROR pending a new court date.

• Theft – On Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 6:55 p.m., Officer George Resetar responded to the 300 block of Beach Boulevard in Forked River for a theft report. The victim reported that during the afternoon of May 10, 2014, while in the Lacey Shop Rite located at 348 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor, an unknown person or persons stole approximately $275 in cash from her purse while in her shopping cart. Officer Resetar is continuing the investigation.

• Theft – On Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 3:40 p.m., Officer John D. Simonson responded to the 200 block of Haines Street in Lanoka Harbor for a report of theft. The victim reported that earlier in the day, her daughter’s bicycle described as a pink Huffy Cranbrook valued at $150.00 was stolen from the driveway.

• Municipal Ordinance Violation (Formal Summons) – On Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 2:05 p.m., Special Officer Jesse Urban responded to the 1200 block of Taylor Lane in Forked River for a complaint of open burning in the backyard. Upon arrival, Special Officer Urban observed a 55-gallon steel drum with flames emitting from it. In addition, the open burn fire was unattended and the homeowner did not have an open burn permit. As a result, the homeowner, identified as 47-year-old Patrick Nascimento of Taylor Lane in Forked River, was issued a Complaint Summons for the open burn violation.

• Suspicious Incident – On Thursday, May 8, 2014, at 12:21 p.m., Officer John Cernek responded to the 1200 block of Spruce Street in Forked River for a suspicious incident. The resident stated that she received a letter in the mail from “Global Capital Investment Inc” claiming that she had won $650,000 in the “International Money Sweepstakes.” Along with the letter was a check made payable to her in the amount of approximately $5,000 to help her cover the costs of taxes, insurance, and shipping fees. The check was to be deposited in her bank account and the funds forwarded to a different location. The resident contacted her bank who informed her it was a scam and to call the police. The letter was postmarked from Canada and the check was listed as drawn on Comercia Bank – Texas, Comstock Oil and Gas, LP Account.

• Driving While Suspended (Arrest) – On Thursday, May 8, 2014, at 11:11 a.m., Special Officer Jesse Urban conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of the Walmart located at 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 67-year-old Francis Burke of Ensign Avenue in Beachwood, NJ, for Driving While Suspended during a suspension period for multiple prior DUI convictions. Francis Burke was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was charged on a criminal summons for the fourth degree criminal violation and released pending a court appearance. In addition, Francis Burke received two traffic summonses, one for Driving While Suspended and a second violation for Failure to Install an Ignition Interlock Device.

• DUI (Arrest) – On Thursday, May 8, 2014, at 8:45 p.m., Officer Charles May conducted a traffic stop on Lacey Road near Vaughn Avenue in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 46-year-old Mark McGinley of Village Drive in Barnegat, NJ, for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Mark McGinley was released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, Failure to Signal, Failure to Maintain Lane, and Utilizing a Cell Phone while Driving. The vehicle Mark McGinley was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Overdose/Lifesaving Efforts – On Thursday, May 8, 2014, at 10:37 p.m., Officers Darrell Nick, Julie Barcalow, and Adam Ewart responded to a Forked River Residence for a report of a 31-year-old male having a suspected heroin overdose. Upon arrival, the male was unresponsive. Life saving efforts were started including the utilization of Naloxone (Narcan). After the utilization of two Naloxone kits, the male subject regained consciousness and began breathing on his own. The Lacey Township EMS and Monoc Paramedics also responded to the scene. The male subject was transported to Community Medical Center for further treatment. No charges have been filed nor are any pending pursuant to the restrictions of the Overdose Prevention Act.

• Criminal Mischief (Auto) – On Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at 11:40 a.m., Officer Scott Keefe responded to the 1200 block of Ocean Street in Forked River for criminal mischief. The complainant reported that between 11:40 p.m. on May 6, 2014, and 11:30 a.m. on May 7, 2014, an unknown person or persons “keyed” the front driver’s side door of her vehicle while it was parked in the driveway. The damage is estimated at $200.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at 11:16 a.m., Officer Peter Donahue met with Lacey Police Detectives Alan Abrecht and Samuel Della Sala on the 600 block of Twin River Drive in Forked River in reference to a warrant issued from the United States Military. Upon arrival, the accused, 27-year-old Brian M. Kornse of Twin River Drive in Forked River, was arrested and transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility.

• Theft – On Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at 8:57 a.m., Officer Scott Keefe responded to the intersection of Lakeside Drive South and Arient Road in Forked River for a theft. An unknown person or persons stole the 350 pound cast iron catch basin from the side of the road. The catch basin is valued at approximately $300.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at 7:49 p.m., Officer Peter Donahue responded to the 600 block of Nautilus Boulevard in Forked River to serve an NCIC warrant out of the State of Virginia. Upon arrival, Officer Peter Donahue arrested 43-year-old Wayne White of Nautilus Boulevard in Forked River on an outstanding no bail NCIC warrant issued from the State of Virginia for a probation violation. Wayne White was transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility to await extradition to Virginia.

• Suspicious Fire – On Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at 11:55 a.m., Officers Scott Keefe and Robert Flynn responded to the CVS located at 700 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor for a report of a rear fence on fire. Two males, possibly juveniles, were observed fleeing the area in a small light blue pickup truck prior to the officers’ arrival. The Lanoka Harbor Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire consisting of a few sections of wooden fence. Lacey Police Detective Brian Flynn responded and is investigating.

Weekly Police Blotter – Press Release

April 29^th, 2014 thru May 5^th, 2014

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• DUI (Arrest) – On Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at 9:18 p.m., Officer Julie Barcalow conducted a traffic stop on Manchester Avenue in Lanoka Harbor. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, identified as 42-year-old Jennifer Bruno of Longwood Drive in Forked River, for DUI. She was transported to police headquarters and processed. Jennifer Bruno was released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, Failure to Maintain Lane, Impeding the Flow of Traffic, and Open Container in a Motor Vehicle. The vehicle Jennifer Bruno was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at 12:47 a.m., Officer Darrell Nick conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of the Wawa located at 444 Route 9 South in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 33-year-old Timothy S. Jordan of Skiffway Drive in Forked River on an outstanding warrant. The warrant was issued from the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department in the amount of $1,029. Timothy Jordan was transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of the bail.

• Burglary and Theft (Residence) – On Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at 6:23 p.m., Officer Daniel Ricciardella responded to a residence on South Street in Lanoka Harbor for a report of a burglary. The victim reported that between 7:20 a.m. and 6:15 p.m. an unknown person or persons forced entry into the residence by kicking in a door. Once in the residence, the suspect or suspects stole property. Detective Sam Della Sala responded and assumed control of the investigation.

• DUI (Arrest) – On Wednesday, April 30, 2014, at 12:30 a.m., Officers Charles May and Julie Barcalow responded to the parking lot of the Wawa located at 800 Lacey Road in Forked River for a suspicious vehicle. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, identified as 41-year-old Michael S. Clark of Tappan Street in Forked River, for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Michael Clark was released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, Failure to Inspect, and Open Container in a Motor Vehicle. The vehicle Michael Clark was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Friday, May 2, 2014, at 8:31 p.m., Officer Andrew Slota conducted a traffic stop on West Lacey Road near Lacey Materials. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 29-year-old Teressa M. Lopez of Linden Avenue in Elizabeth, NJ, on an outstanding warrant. The warrant was issued by the Hoboken Municipal Court and was in the amount of $389. Teressa Lopez was transported to police headquarters and processed. She was later released after posting bail.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Saturday, May 3, 2014, at 11:46 p.m., Officer Michael Verwey was on patrol when he observed a suspicious male subject in the area of Bayside East Parkway and Nautilus Boulevard in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 37-year-old Phillip Scheller of Capstan Drive in Forked River on an outstanding warrant. The warrant was issued from the Belleville Township Municipal Court in the amount of $400. Phillip Scheller was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was released after posting bail.

• Theft – On Saturday, May 3, 2014, at 7:55 p.m., Officer Michael Verwey took a report of a theft. The victim stated that during the day, while at the Gille Park soccer fields on Manchester Avenue in Forked River, an unknown person or persons stole his Samsung Galaxy III Cell phone valued at approximately $500.

• Shoplifting (Arrest) – On Saturday, May 3, 2014, at 12:25 a.m., Officer Noah Schaffer and Special Officer Travis Horton responded to the Walmart located at 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor for an adult female who reportedly took merchandise off the shelf and then attempted to return it to the customer service desk for a refund. Upon arrival of the officers, the female was located. The investigation led to the arrest of the adult female, identified as 34-year-old Michelle D. DellaPietro of Harbor Inn Road in Bayville, NJ, for shoplifting. She was transported to police headquarters and processed. Michelle DellaPietro was released after receiving a criminal summons for shoplifting merchandise valued at approximately $50.

• Shoplifting (Arrest) – On Saturday, May 3, 2014, at 2:56 p.m., Officer Michael Hein responded to Walmart, located at 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor for a recent shoplifting incident. Walmart staff advised that a male subject took a 55 inch flat screen TV and left the store without paying for it. An investigation commenced and the accused was identified as 37-year-old William J. Hoefsloot, of Parkside Drive in Forked River. Officers John D. Simonson and Michael Hein responded to William Hoefsloot’s residence where he was placed under arrest for the shoplifting and transported to police headquarters. The TV was recovered at the scene. William Hoefsloot was processed and later released after receiving a criminal summons for shoplifting merchandise valued at approximately $700.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Sunday, May 4, 2014, at 5:52 p.m., Officer Evan Androcy observed 51-year-old Rocco A. Selig of Cedarwood Drive in Forked River walking on the 300 block of Merrimac Drive in Forked River. Officer Androcy learned that there was an outstanding warrant for Rocco Selig’s arrest. The warrant was issued out of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office in the amount of $27,721.84 for nonsupport. Rocco Selig was arrested on the warrant without incident and transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of the bail.

• Drug Possession (Arrest) – On Sunday, May 4, 2014, at 5:43 p.m., Officers Dimitri Tsarnas and Michael Hein responded to the Wawa located at 701 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor for a report of a male subject who reportedly appeared to be under the influence of drugs. Upon arrival, officers located the subject. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 22-year-old Christopher P. Boardingham of Lakeside Drive North in Forked River for possession of various forms of illegal drugs. Christopher Boardingham was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was released after receiving criminal summonses for Possession of Heroin, Suboxone, Xanax, and hypodermic needles.

• Residential Structure Fire – On Sunday, May 4, 2014, at 12:03 p.m., Sergeant Vincent Meehan, along with Officers John D. Simonson and Michael Eden, responded to 133 Caldwell Drive in Forked River for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, flames and heavy smoke were observed coming from the upstairs of the residence located directly over the garage. The Forked River, Lanoka Harbor, and Bayville Fire Departments responded and extinguished the fire. There were no reported injuries. The Ocean County Fire Marshal, along with Lacey Township Police Detective Alan Abrecht responded to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

• Burglary and Criminal Mischief (Garage) – On Sunday, May 4, 2014, at 10:35 a.m., Sergeant Vincent Meehan and Officer Michael Hein responded to the 1200 block of Beach Boulevard in Forked River for the unlawful entry of a garage. The victim reported that between March 30, 2014, and the report date, May 4, 2014, an unknown person or persons forced entry into the garage of the residence by forcing open a rear door. The garage was checked and there did not appear to be anything missing. It appears that the actual residence was not entered. The damage to the door is estimated at $50.

• DUI (Arrest) – On Sunday, May 4, 2014, at 2:11 a.m., Officer Dimitri Tsarnas conducted a traffic stop on Route 9 near Beach Boulevard in Forked River for a speeding violation. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 27-year-old Danielle D. Fiorenzo of Mizzen Way in Waretown, NJ, for DUI. She was transported to police headquarters and processed. Danielle Fiorenzo was later released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, and Speeding. The vehicle Danielle Fiorenzo was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Life-Saving Use of Naloxone on 19-year-old Lanoka Harbor Resident – At approximately 6 p.m. on Monday, May 5, 2014, Lacey Township Police Officers Dimitri Tsarnas and Evan Androcy responded to a suspected Heroin overdose incident at a Lanoka Harbor residence involving a 19-year-old male who resides in Lanoka Harbor. Upon the arrival of the officers, they found the teen to be unresponsive with very shallow breathing. Officer Dimitri Tsarnas needed to utilize two separate Naloxone kits before the teen regained responsiveness. A volunteer crew from the Lanoka Harbor First Aid Squad arrived and administered oxygen with assisted breathing to allow the medication to have the desired effect. The Lanoka Harbor First Aid Squad transported the patient to the Community Medical Center for further treatment.

  The medication Naloxone is administered to overdose victims pursuant to the Overdose Prevention Act of 2013 (N.J.S.A. 24:6J-1 et seq.). The Overdose Prevention Act is the same law that prohibits law enforcement from arresting or charging the person who overdoses. Both the person who calls for medical assistance as well as the patient are protected from arrest, charge, prosecution, or conviction for the possession or use of the illegal drugs. This Naloxone save is the second such incident in Lacey Township within the past two weeks.

Weekly Police Blotter – Press Release

April 21^st, 2014 thru April 28^th, 2014

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• Shoplifting (Arrest) – On Tuesday April 22, 2014, at 6:45 p.m., Officer Ewart responded to Walmart in reference to shoplifting. A loss prevention employee reported observing a female shopper place a sheet set and a large comforter set into her cart and then return them at the customer service desk where she received a monetary benefit for the returned items. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 45-year-old Dawn Lagnese of 25 Staysail Court in Bayville. Dawn Lagnese was transported to Lacey Township Police Headquarters where she was processed, charged with shoplifting, and released on a criminal summons.

• Life-Saving Use of Naloxone – At approximately 10:54 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, Lacey Township Police Sergeant Paul J. Sullivan responded to a Heroin overdose incident at a Forked River residence. Upon his arrival, he found a 30-year-old female unresponsive with very shallow breathing and a faint pulse. Sgt. Sullivan administered the Naloxone spray. The victim subsequently became responsive and alert within a minute of being administered the medication. The Lacey Township First Aid Squad transported the patient to the Southern Ocean County Hospital for further treatment. The Overdose Prevention Act of 2013 (NJSA 24:6J-1 et seq.) prohibits an arrest, charge, prosecution, or conviction under these circumstances.

  The Naloxone program was implemented within the Lacey Township Police Department just two weeks prior to this incident. Currently, the officers on patrol are equipped with Naloxone nasal spray kits in the event of a Heroin or opioid pill overdose. As in this incident, the administration of the medication in a timely manner can quickly reverse the deadly effects of an overdose.

• Burglary of Residence – On Wednesday, April 23, 2014, at 3:52 p.m., Officer Scott Keefe and Sergeant Paul Sullivan responded to 702 Oxford Road in Lanoka Harbor in reference to a residential burglary. The homeowner reported that upon arriving home she discovered that her home had been forcibly entered through a window. The homeowner reported that jewelry and two laptops had been stolen. The homeowner believes that other items were stolen were stolen as well. The detective bureau responded to the scene and is investigating.

• Theft – On Thursday, April 24, 2014, at 11:27 a.m., a boat owner reported that between September 15, 2014 and April 24, 2014, an unknown person or persons stole his dock box from the Lacey Township South Docks located at the end of East Lakeside Drive in Forked River. The dock box is described as a white, fiberglass, 52 inch long by 24 inch wide by 30 inch deep box valued at $750. The dock box was bolted down in front of slip #58. The victim also reported that a Danforth anchor valued at $90, assorted chemicals valued at $50, and assorted brushes valued at $100 were stored in the dock box and were stolen as well.

• Warrant Arrest – On Thursday, April 24, 2014, at 6:51 a.m., Officer John McKee stopped a motor vehicle on Lake Barnegat Drive North and Cranberry Court for speeding. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 30-year-old Alfred Riccuiti 3^rd of 153 Brennan Concourse in Bayville on an outstanding $150 Berkeley Township Municipal Court traffic warrant. He was transported to Lacey Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after posting bail.

• Cruelty to an Animal – On Friday, April 25, 2014, at 3:47 p.m., Officer John Simonson responded to Gille Park in Forked River in reference to a male juvenile being chased by a group of juveniles. Investigation by Officer Simonson indicated that the male being chased had just purposely killed a gray squirrel with a skateboard. The juvenile suspect was taken into custody and charges have been forwarded to the juvenile court for the cruelty.

• DUI and Drug Possession (Arrest) – On Saturday, April 26, 2014, at 1:11 a.m., Officer Noah Schaffer responded to 504 Cedarwood Drive in Lanoka Harbor in reference to a vehicle that struck a tree in the front yard of that residence. Upon arrival, Officer Schaffer observed a Ford F-150 pickup in the front yard of the residence. Investigation at the scene indicated that the vehicle was traveling north on Cedarwood Drive when it jumped the curb. The vehicle traveled approximately twenty feet onto the property before striking a tree where it came to rest. Further investigation led to the arrest of the driver, 21-year-old Armando J. Chavez-Lua of Bayberry Drive in Lanoka Harbor for DUI. During the investigation, Marijuana and drug paraphernalia were also located. The vehicle was impounded pursuant to John’s Law. Armando J. Chavez-Lua was transported to police headquarters. Where he was processed, issued motor vehicle summonses for DUI, failure to maintain lane, reckless driving, possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle, and failure to exhibit a valid registration card. Armando J. Chavez-Lua was also issued a criminal summons for possession of Marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Hindering Apprehension and Warrant Arrest – On Saturday, April 26, 2014, at 5:52 p.m., officers responded to Predmore Avenue residence in reference to a dispute. Officer Evan Androcy stopped a male and female walking away from the residence. The male initially provided a false name, and was later identified as 39-year-old Vincent P. Lefurge of Winding River Way in Land O Lakes, Florida. Investigation at the scene led to the discovery of an active $500 warrant out of Toms River. Vincent P. Lefurge was placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters where he was processed and released after posting bail on the Toms River warrant. Vincent Lefurge was also served with a warrant for hindering his own apprehension and was released on his own recognizance as per the judge.

• Warrant Arrest – On Saturday, April 26, 2014, at 8:31 p.m., Officer Dimitri Tsarnas responded to the area of Laurel Boulevard and Briar Road in Lanoka Harbor for a report of two females possibly involved in drug activity. Upon arrival, Officer Tsarnas observed two females in the area. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 26-year-old Amanda Walters of 26 Laurel Boulevard on a $1,000 Ocean County Sheriff’s Department warrant. Amanda Walters was transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of bail.

• Hit & Run Motor Vehicle Accident – On Sunday, April 27, 2014, at 10:45 p.m., Officers responded to the parking lot of Caffrey’s for a hit and run motor vehicle accident. The caller took a picture of the license plate of the vehicle that struck her vehicle and provided it to officers. The officers were able to locate the vehicle a short while later at the residence of the registered owner on Beach Boulevard in Forked River. The registered owner, 27-year-old Devin Piekkola was issued motor vehicle summonses for leaving the scene of an accident and failure to report an accident.

• Theft – On Sunday, April 27, 2014, at 12:50 p.m., Laura Anne Cavanaugh responded to police headquarters to report a theft. Laura Anne Cavanaugh reported that an unknown person or persons stole sixty (60) feet of metal chain with six (6) “No Trespassing” signs that they put up around the vacant land next to their property on Binnacle Road in Forked River. The theft occurred between April 25, 2014 and April 27, 2014. The value of the stolen property is estimated at $72.

• Theft – On Sunday, April 27, 2014, at 1:29 p.m., Officer Michael Eden responded to Arient Road in Forked River for a theft report. Mark Olivieri reported that an unknown person or persons stole two kayaks from his front yard between Friday, April 25, 2014 and Sunday, April 27, 2014. One kayak was described as a yellow “Pelican” brand with green paint flecks valued at approximately $250. The other kayak was described as being a yellow “Ozark” brand kayak and is valued at approximately $200.

• Debit Card Fraud Alert -In addition to the 6 ATM bank card frauds reported early Monday, April 28, 2014, the Lacey Township Police Department received more than 20 additional reports (as of 12:00 Noon) Tuesday, April 29, 2014, from Lacey Township residents regarding fraudulent activity on their debit card accounts. Residents have reported that their Bank of America ATM cards have been fraudulently used at locations in North New Jersey within the past several days. The victims in each reported incident currently have physical possession of their debit cards, yet funds are being withdrawn from their bank accounts at ATM locations in North Jersey. PIN numbers are apparently being used to access the money through ATMs. Each incident is currently under investigation by the Lacey Township Police Department. It is strongly suggested that residents change their PIN numbers on their debit card accounts regardless of which local bank they utilize. Early indications are that unknown subjects may have set up a system over the prior weeks to capture debit card information and PIN numbers at one or more ATM locations in town. Residents are asked to check their bank accounts to ensure there has been no fraudulent activity. If any fraudulent activity is discovered, residents are asked to immediately report the fraud to their respective banks, then report the matter to the Lacey Township Police Department. The Lacey Township Police Department will be working with bank personnel to determine the method utilized to obtain the debit card information.

• Disorderly Conduct – On Monday, April 28, 2014 at 10:32 a.m., Officer Jeffrey Slota conducted a motor vehicle stop on Lacey Road near the intersection of Briggs Avenue for a suspended registration. During the course of the motor vehicle stop, the driver of the vehicle, Robert Carmosino, exited his vehicle and confronted Officer Slota regarding the status of his registration. Robert Carmosino disregarded Officer Slota’s direction to return to his vehicle, at which point Robert Carmosino became irate and aggressive, ultimately challenging officer’s on scene to a fight. Robert Carmosino’s actions became alarming to a witness in the area. Officer Slota issued a special form of complaint summons to Robert Carmosino, charging him with disorderly conduct. Additionally, Robert Carmosino was issued several motor vehicle summonses. His vehicle was impounded for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration. He was provided a courtesy transport to his residence following the incident.

• Shoplifting and Drug Possession (Arrests) – On Monday, April 28, 2014, at 10:52 p.m., Officer Peter Donahue arrested two female shoplifters from Walmart. Melanie Stocko, 19, of Haines Street in Lanoka Harbor and Vada Opalenik, 19, of Devon Street in Forked River were both arrested for concealing merchandise in their purses.  Both subjects were charged with shoplifting. Vada Opalenik was also found in possession of drug paraphernalia containing Marijuana. Vada Opelenik was also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of Marijuana. Both subjects were released on criminal summonses.

• Warrant Arrest – On Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at 12:34 a.m., Officer Darryl Nick conducted a motor vehicle stop for a suspended driver’s license. The driver, Timothy Jordan, 33, of Skiff Way in Forked River was subsequently arrested for an outstanding warrant issued by the Ocean County Sherriff’s Department in the amount of $1,029. Timothy Jordan could not post bail and was transported to Ocean County Correctional Facility. Timothy Jordan was also issued a summons for operating a motor vehicle during a period of license suspension.

• Warrant Arrest – On Monday, April 28, 2014, at 7:34 p.m., Officer Peter Donahue conducted a motor vehicle stop for a suspended driver’s license. The driver, Andrew Pelyak, 50, of Parker Street in Forked River was subsequently arrested for an outstanding warrant issued by the Howell Township Municipal Court in the amount of $349. A. Pelyak was able to post bail and was released from police headquarters.

UPDATE: Debit Card Fraud Alert – In addition to the six ATM bank card frauds reported early Monday, April 28, 2014, the Lacey Township Police Department received more than 20 additional reports (as of 12:00 Noon) Tuesday, April 29, 2014, from Lacey Township residents regarding fraudulent activity on their debit card accounts. Residents have reported that their Bank of America ATM cards have been fraudulently used at locations in North New Jersey within the past several days. The victims in each reported incident currently have physical possession of their debit cards, yet funds are being withdrawn from their bank accounts at ATM locations in North Jersey. PIN numbers are apparently being used to access the money through ATMs. Each incident is currently under investigation by the Lacey Township Police Department. It is strongly suggested that residents change their PIN numbers on their debit card accounts regardless of which local bank they utilize. Early indications are that unknown subjects may have set up a system over the prior weeks to capture debit card information and PIN numbers at one or more ATM locations in town. Residents are asked to check their bank accounts to ensure there has been no fraudulent activity. If any fraudulent activity is discovered, residents are asked to immediately report the fraud to their respective banks, then report the matter to the Lacey Township Police Department. The Lacey Township Police Department will be working with bank personnel to determine the method utilized to obtain the debit card information.