Weekly Police Blotter

Weekly Police Blotter – Press Release

January 28^th,  2014 thru February 3^rd,2014

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• Warrant & Possession of Heroin (Arrest) – On Monday, February 4, 2014, at 4:50 p.m., Officers Michael Verwey and Dimitri Tsarnas responded to 2006 Brookdale Drive in the Pheasant Run section of Forked River in an attempt to serve an arrest warrant. Upon arrival, officers located 27-year-old Dillon J. Dittenhofer who was subsequently arrested on an outstanding $1,000 failure-to-appear warrant out of the Lacey Township Municipal Court. In addition, he was found to be in possession of 35 bags of Heroin. Dillon Dittenhofer was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was charged with Possession of Heroin, Possession of Clonazepam, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. His bail was set at $35,000 with no 10 percent option. Dillon J. Dittenhofer was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of the bail.

• Possession of Stolen Property (Arrests) – On Saturday, February 1, 2014, at 12:31 a.m., Officer Jeffrey Slota was patrolling the parking lot of Rella’s Restaurant, 443 Route 9 South, in Forked River, when he noticed that an unknown person or persons damaged and stole parts from several air conditioning units from the building. Officer Jeffrey Slota initiated an investigation. On Monday, February 3, 2014, at approximately 10:02 a.m., this agency was contacted by a caretaker from Rella’s Restaurant who was reporting three suspicious males that were in the rear parking lot of Rella’s Restaurant retrieving items from the woods and placing them into the rear of a pickup truck. The caller stated that the vehicle left the parking lot, and the caller proceeded to follow the suspect vehicle. Officers located the vehicle in the parking lot of Caffrey’s Restaurant. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of three males identified as 19-year-old Casey Sinopoli of Clairmore Avenue in Lanoka Harbor; 19-year-old Eric Anderson of Dolphin Court in Forked River; and 20-year-old Nicholas B. Cicerello of Deguise Street in Lanoka Harbor. Each was charged with Possession of Stolen Property; specifically, air compressor coils and copper piping valued at approximately $1,800. Nicholas Cicerello and Eric Anderson were processed and served with a criminal summons pending a court date. Casey Sinopoli was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility with bail set at $10,000. The vehicle they were operating was impounded for possible forfeiture proceedings.

• Shoplifting (Arrests) – On Sunday, February 2, 2014, at 2:52 p.m., loss prevention personnel of the Walmart, 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor, reported the theft of two Vizio 32” LED televisions that occurred earlier in the day. Officer Peter Donahue conducted an investigation which led to the arrest of 34-year-old Charles C. English of Mallard Road in Bayville, NJ, and 38-year-old Kevin T. Reilly of Sica Road in Toms River, NJ, for the shoplifting incident. Charles English was arrested at his home by Officer Donahue with the assistance of Berkeley Township police officers. He was transported to the Lacey Township Police Headquarters, processed, and released after receiving a criminal summons for Possession of Stolen Property and Fencing. Kevin Reilly was arrested on two outstanding warrants in Toms River by the Toms River Police Department. Officer Donahue responded to Toms River Police Headquarters and took custody of Kevin Reilly. He was transported to Lacey Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and charged with Shoplifting and Fencing. Bail was set at $10,000 with no ten percent option. He was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of the bail.

• Fraud – On Saturday, February 1, 2014, at 11:07 a.m., a resident of Sunrise Boulevard in Forked River reported that on Wednesday, January 29, 2014, he received a phone call at his home from a man claiming he was from a Microsoft Security Agency. The caller advised the resident that his computer had a virus. He was further advised that if he paid a $375 fee, the supposed Microsoft agent could remotely fix his computer. The victim provided his credit card number and social security number. On January 30, 2014, an unknown person had $1,024 transferred from the victim’s bank account to Western Union without the victim’s consent. It was determined that the Microsoft incident was a scam.

• DUI (Arrest) – On Friday, January 31, 2014, at 11:46 p.m., Officer Peter Donahue conducted a traffic stop on Lake Barnegat Drive North and Easy Street in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 53-year-old Timothy Mason of Serpentine Drive in Forked River for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Timothy Mason was released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, DUI Refusal, Reckless Driving, Speeding, and Failure to Maintain Lane. His passenger, the registered owner of the vehicle, identified as 57-year-old Suyuan C. Mason, was issued a traffic summons for allowing the driver to operate her vehicle DUI. The vehicle Timothy Mason was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Theft – On Friday, January 31, 2014, at 8:30 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick responded to the 800 block of Rogers Street in Lanoka Harbor for a theft report. The complainant stated that between 10:00 p.m. on January 30, 2014, and 8:00 a.m. on Friday, January 31, 2014, an unknown person or persons stole a furnace valued at $200 that was on the side of the residence. The victim reported that she first became aware of the theft when a neighbor found the furnace on the neighbor’s property. The complainant has since recovered her furnace.

• Theft and Criminal Mischief (Business) – On Friday, January 31, 2014, at 4:35 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick responded to 510 Route 9 South in Forked River for a theft. The complainant reported that during the last two weeks an unknown person or persons entered a commercial building located at 510 Route 9 S in Forked River and stole items including but not limited to several hundred feet of copper wire and multiple hard drives. The exact total for the theft and damage is unknown at this time. Detective Alan Abrecht is conducting the follow-up investigation.

• Drug Possession (Arrest) – On Friday, January 31, 2014, at 10:57 a.m., Officers Dan Ricciardella and Jeff Slota responded to the 100 block of Seabright Road in Forked River for a resident reportedly under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS). Upon arrival, officers spoke with 30-year-old Dorian Knorr. Investigation at the scene led to his arrest for Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Dorian Knorr was transported to police headquarters, processed, and released after receiving a criminal summons for Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

• Shoplifting and Warrant (Arrest) – On Friday, January 31, 2014, at 11:32 a.m., Officer Robert Flynn responded to Kohl’s, 344 Route 9 North in Forked River, for a male shoplifter. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 30-year-old Edward Bizzaro who resides at the Lacey Inn, Forked River, for shoplifting merchandise valued at $59.99. He was also found to have an outstanding arrest warrant from Lacey Township in the amount of $500. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Edward Bizzaro was charged with Shoplifting with bail set at $500. He was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility with a total bail of $1,000 which included the outstanding warrant and the warrant issued on the shoplifting offense.

• Theft and Criminal Mischief – On Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at 7:28 p.m., Officer Noah Schaffer responded to the 700 block of Spruce Road in Lanoka Harbor for criminal mischief. The complainant reported that between 12:00 a.m. on Monday, January 27, 2014, and 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2014, an unknown person or persons stole a battery valued at $100 from his RV that was parked in the driveway. During the theft, the battery cables were cut causing $100 in damage.

• Traffic Accident with DUI (Arrest) – On Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at 6:32 p.m., Officer Michael Verwey responded to Route 9 South near the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station for a motor vehicle accident. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 21-year-old Joshua Allota of 5th Street in Waretown, NJ, for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters, processed, and released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, Careless Driving, and Open Container in a Motor Vehicle. The vehicle Joshua Allota was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Shoplifting (Arrest) – On Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at 6:32 p.m., Officers John Simonson and Keith Pearce responded to Kohl’s, 304 Route 9 North in Forked River for two female shoplifters. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 18-year-old Bianca Soliz and 21-year-old Kirsten G. Golda, both of Beach Boulevard in Forked River, for shoplifting merchandise valued at approximately $85. They were both transported to police headquarters, processed, and released after they each received a criminal summons for Shoplifting.

Weekly Police Blotter – Press Release

January 21^st, 2014 thru January 27^th, 2014

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• Multiple Incidents of Shoplifting (Warrant Arrest) – On January 23, 2014, at 5:04 p.m., Officer Scott Keefe responded to Kohl’s, 304 Route 9 North, in Forked River, for a shoplifting incident and learned of an unrelated, ongoing shoplifting scheme. Officer Keefe received information regarding multiple incidents involving an adult male, later identified as 29-year-old Adam Tanner of Pointe Circle in Jackson, NJ. Adam Tanner had reportedly returned clothing to the Lacey Kohl’s store without a receipt on three separate occasions, including January 20th, 21st and 23rd, 2014. During each visit to the store and after returning the clothing, Adam Tanner was reportedly observed shoplifting various electronic devices including Sol Republic headphones, N-Ergy Ear-buds and N-Tune Headphones, totaling approximately $669. An arrest warrant for shoplifting was issued for Adam Tanner. Bail was set at $10,000. On Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at 9:33 a.m., Officers Anderson and Simonson responded to Kohl’s for a report of a shoplifting incident involving a male subject later identified as Adam Tanner. Kohl’s reported that the male subject fled the store on foot and ran into the woods toward Shop Rite after concealing headphones on his person and attempting to leave the store with them. When confronted, he reportedly dropped the headphones and fled. Kohl’s provided a description for the subject along with his name. Adam Tanner was later located near Route 9 and Sunrise Boulevard in Forked River. He was arrested for shoplifting merchandise from Kohl’s valued at $149.99, along with the outstanding $10,000 warrant. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Adam Tanner was charged on a warrant with shoplifting. His bail was set at $5,000. He was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional facility in default of $15,000 bail.

• Drug Possession (Arrest) – On Monday, January 27, 2014, at 9:44 p.m., Officers Robert Duffy and Evan Androcy observed a suspicious vehicle parked in the dark at the Trestle located near Cedar Avenue in Lanoka Harbor. The officers located two people in the vehicle. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the passenger, 18-year-old Frank J. Losardo of Cedar Drive in Lanoka Harbor, for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Frank Losardo was released after receiving a criminal summons for Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

• Theft (Business) and Criminal Mischief – On Saturday, January 25, 2014, at 4:58 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick responded to “The Furniture Source,” 512 Route 9 South in Forked River, for a theft. The owner reported that between 4:30 p.m. on January 22, 2014, and 9:00 a.m. on January 25, 2014, an unknown person or persons stole the coils from the four outside air conditioner compressors. The four outside air compressor units were located in the rear of the building. The theft and damage done to the commercial units was estimated at $50,000 by the building owner.

• Shoplifting and Drug Possession (Arrest) – On Friday, January 24, 2014, at 5:38 p.m., Officers Scott Keefe and Peter Donahue responded to Walmart, 580 Route 9 North, in Lanoka Harbor, for a male shoplifter. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 23-year-old Michael Mele of Sunnydale Court in Bayville, NJ, for shoplifting merchandise valued at $186. Further investigation revealed Michael Mele was in possession of heroin, a hypodermic syringe, and drug paraphernalia. Michael Mele was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was later released after receiving a Criminal Summons for Shoplifting, Possession of CDS (Heroin), Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Friday, January 24, 2014, at 12:15 p.m., Special Officer Russell Moller responded to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Williams Avenue and Tappan Street in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 33-year-old Anthony Rocco of Earie Way in Forked River on an outstanding $250 South Brunswick warrant. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Anthony Rocco was later released after posting full bail.

• Heroin Distribution (Search Warrant & Arrests) – Late Friday afternoon, January 24, 2014, Lacey Detectives executed a search warrant at 727 Briar Road in Lanoka Harbor, NJ. The warrant was sought during a narcotic investigation involving the distribution of heroin and prescription drugs. During the execution of the search warrant, the target ofthe investigation and Briar Road resident, 37-year-old Kirk Feinstein, was arrested after 82 bags containing heroin were located. Additionally, the search yielded other contraband including prescription medication known as Suboxone and Xanax. As a result of the investigation and the search warrant, Kirk Feinstein was charged with two counts of possession of heroin, two counts of distribution of heroin, and one count of possession with the intent to distribute heroin. Kirk Feinstein was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of $100,000 cash bail. Detectives also arrested 18-year-old Tiffany Remington of Belmar who was present at the residence at the time of the search warrant execution. Tiffany Remington was charged with possession of a hypodermic syringe and possession of drug paraphernalia. An additional arrest was made at the scene when 38-year-old Scott Speck of Waretown arrived at the scene and was found to be in possession of the prescription drug Suboxone. Both Tiffany Remington and Scott Speck were charged and released on their own recognizance pending a court appearance.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Friday, January 24, 2014, at 1:09 a.m., Special Officer Travis Horton investigated a suspicious vehicle parked at the Wawa, 701 Laurel Boulevard in Lanoka Harbor. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 30-year-old Richard Barlow of Puffin Glade in Bayville on two outstanding arrest warrants. One warrant was issued from Holmdel Municipal Court in the amount of $500 and the second warrant was issued from Ocean Gate Municipal Court in the amount of $478. Richard Barlow was also issued a traffic summons for having an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle. Richard Barlow was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was later transferred to the custody of the Holmdel Police Department.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Thursday, January 23, 2014, at 10:09 p.m., Officer John McKee and Special Officer Travis Horton responded to the 400 block of Lake Barnegat Drive in Forked River to serve an arrest warrant. Upon arrival of the officers, 20-year-old Erick C. Moore was taken into custody on a Lacey Township warrant in the amount of $750. Erick Moore was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was later released after posting full bail.

• Shoplifting (Arrest Warrant Issued) – On Thursday, January 23, 2014, at 5:04 p.m., Officer Scott Keefe responded to Kohl’s, 304 Route 9 North, in Forked River, to report a shoplifting incident not in progress. Upon arrival, he met with Loss Prevention. Officer Keefe was informed that on January 20, 2014 an adult female, later identified as 31-year-old Danielle Kwityn of Hovsons Boulevard in Toms River, reportedly shoplifted a Kitchen Aid appliance valued at $449. Later that day she attempted to return the Kitchen Aid appliance to the Brick Township Kohl’s, located at 644 Route 70 in Brick, NJ. As part of the transaction, the clerk at the Brick Kohl’s asked her for her driver’s license. That driver’s license provided positive identification. Danielle Kwityn was advised she was only going to receive store credit. As a result, the exchange did not occur and Danielle Kwityn left the store with the appliance. The Lacey Kohl’s was contacted. A warrant for Shoplifting at the Lacey Kohl’s has been issued for Danielle Kwityn’s arrest. Bail has been set at $1,500.

• Theft – On Thursday, January 23, 2014, at 2:01 p.m., Special Officer Jesse Urban responded to West Lacey Road near the VFW for a theft report. The complainant and owner of CME Associates stated that between 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. on January 23, 2014, an unknown person or persons stole a surveying tripod valued at $500 that was left on the side of Lacey Road approximately a half a mile west of the VFW. The complainant stated that they were surveying the area and had left for a short time when the theft occurred.

• Arrest on Out-of-State Warrant (Hawaii) – On Thursday evening, January 23, 2014, while conducting an investigation into suspected drug activity at 2006 Brookdale Drive in the Pheasant Run section of Forked River, Patrol Officer Peter Donahue located 27-year-old Dillon Dittenhofer living at the residence. Dillon Dittenhofer was known to be wanted in the NCIC system with an extraditable warrant out of Honolulu, Hawaii. The warrant was listed as being based on two counts of “Dangerous Drugs in the 3rd Degree” under the state laws of Hawaii. Officer Donahue arrested Dillon Dittenhofer at the residence. The customary procedure for an extradition involves lodging the arrestee in the county jail until a legal process is completed so the out-of-state authority can arrange for transportation of the arrestee back to that state. Although the Hawaiian authorities initially confirmed the extradition, once arrested and at police headquarters, the Hawaiian authorities decided to release Dittenhofer on his own recognizance.

• Attempted Burglary and Criminal Mischief – On Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at 10:40 a.m., Officer Michael Hein responded to JR’s Liquors, 1000 Lacey Road in Forked River, in reference to an attempted burglary. The owner reported that between Saturday, January 11, 2014, and Tuesday, January 21, 2014, an unknown person or persons attempted to gain entry into the business. Several pry marks were discovered around the rear entrance door handle and lock. The door was also bent outward. Damage is estimated at $1,600 to replace the door.

• Shoplifting (Arrest) – On Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at 9:35 a.m., Officers John Simonson and Officer Anthony Sarno responded to Walmart, 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor, for a female shoplifter. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 39-year-old Donna Shaffery of Commodore Court in Barnegat for shoplifting merchandise valued at $254. She was transported to police headquarters and processed. Donna Shaffery was later released after receiving a criminal summons for shoplifting.

Heroin Distribution (Search Warrant & Arrests) – Late Friday afternoon, January 24, 2014, Lacey Detectives executed a search warrant at 727 Briar Road in Lanoka Harbor, NJ. The warrant was sought during a narcotic investigation involving the distribution of heroin and prescription drugs.

During the execution of the search warrant, the target of the investigation and Briar Road resident, 37-year-old Kirk Feinstein, was arrested after 82 bags containing heroin were located. Additionally, the search yielded other contraband including prescription medication known as Suboxone and Xanax. As a result of the investigation and the search warrant, Kirk Feinstein was charged with two counts of possession of heroin, two counts of distribution of heroin, and one count of possession with the intent to distribute heroin. Kirk Feinstein was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of $100,000 cash bail.

Detectives also arrested 18-year-old Tiffany Remington of Belmar who was present at the residence at the time of the search warrant execution. Tiffany Remington was charged with possession of a hypodermic syringe and possession of drug paraphernalia. An additional arrest was made at the scene when 38-year-old Scott Speck of Waretown arrived at the scene and was found to be in possession of the prescription drug Suboxone. Both Tiffany Remington and Scott Speck were charged and released on their own recognizance pending a court appearance.

Arrest on Out-of-State Warrant (Hawaii) – On Thursday evening, January 23, 2014, while conducting an investigation into suspected drug activity at 2006 Brookdale Drive in the Pheasant Run section of Forked River, Patrol Officer Peter Donahue located 27-year-old Dillon Dittenhofer living at the residence. Dillon Dittenhofer was known to be wanted in the NCIC system with an extraditable warrant out of Honolulu, Hawaii. The  warrant was listed as being based on two counts of “Dangerous Drugs in the 3rd Degree” under the state laws of Hawaii. Officer Donahue arrested Dillon Dittenhofer at the residence. The customary procedure for an extradition involves lodging the arrestee in the county jail until a legal process is completed so the out-of-state authority can arrange for transportation of the arrestee back to that state. Although the Hawaiian authorities initially confirmed the extradition, once arrested and at police headquarters, the Hawaiian authorities decided to release Dittenhofer on his own recognizance.

Weekly Police Blotter – Press Release

January 14^th, 2014 thru January 20^th, 2014

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• DUI (Arrest) – On Monday, January 20, 2014, at 10:54 p.m., Officer Evan Androcy conducted a traffic stop on Route 9 South near Station Drive, in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 31-year-old Stanley N. Zalewski, of Imperato Court in Toms River for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. Stanley N. Zalewski was later released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, Failure to Maintain Lane, and Failure to Exhibit both insurance and registration documents. The vehicle Stanley N. Zalewski was operating was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Attempted Theft from a Vehicle – On Sunday, January 20, 2014, at 8:30 p.m., Officer George Resetar responded to the 400 block of Hickory Lane in Forked River for an attempted theft from a car. The complainant reported that he was inside his residence and observed his exterior motion sensor light come on. When he looked outside, he observed the driver’s side door of his vehicle open and a male subject inside. He exited the residence and confronted the white male subject from a distance. The unidentified subject walked away and entered a vehicle parked nearby in the street then drove away. Nothing appeared to be missing from the vehicle. The incident was reported to the police department approximately 45 minutes after the subject departed the area. No other vehicles were reported to have been entered. The suspect had a full, long, light-colored goatee and a stock build. He was dressed in blue pajama pants, (possibly “New York Giants” sweatpants), and a dark blue hooded sweatshirt. The vehicle is described as a gold or tan sedan with rain guards on the windows. The complainant stated that he believes the first three letters of the New Jersey license plate are S-A-Y.

• Improper Business Practice (Ordinance Violation) – Officer Michael Verwey charged 43-year-old Quan Jing of the Green Spa, 445 Lacey Road, Forked River, with a violation of Lacey Township Ordinance 234-11. The violation came as a result of Officer Verwey observing various male subjects enter the establishment on Monday, January 20, 2014, for approximately 20 to 30 minute durations during the evening hours. A brief investigation revealed the business was in violation of the local ordinance. The ordinance requires that a massage parlor not associated with a doctor’s office or physical therapist only provide same gender massages. Quan Jing, new owner/operator, was served the summons and will be required to appear in Lacey Township Municipal Court.

• DUI (Arrest) – On Saturday, January 18, 2014, at 4:09 p.m., Officer Scott Keefe conducted a traffic stop on Laurel Boulevard in Lanoka Harbor. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 21-year-old Joseph Bellettiere of Cedar Drive in Lanoka Harbor for DUI. He was transported to police headquarters, processed and released after receiving traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, Failure to Maintain Lane, and Failure to Wear Seatbelt. The vehicle was impounded pursuant to John’s Law.

• Drug Possession (Arrest) – On Sunday, January 19, 2014, at 1:34 p.m., Officers Michael Eden and Keith Pearce responded to the area of Foch Avenue and Lee Way for suspicious activity. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 25-year-old Thomas Staunton, Lee Way, in Forked River, for Possession of heroin. He was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was later released after receiving a criminal summons for possession of heroin.

• Warrant (Arrest) – On Sunday, January 19, 2014, at 5:25 p.m., Officer Evan Androcy responded to the 1000 block of Orlando Drive in Forked River to serve an arrest warrant. The individual named on the warrant, 37-year-old Daniel J. Stellato, was arrested on a Sussex County no bail child support warrant. Daniel J. Stellato was later turned over to the custody of the Sussex County Sheriff’s Department.

• Burglary and Theft (Residence) – On Friday, January 17, 2014, at 10:49 a.m., Officer Daniel Ricciardella responded to a vacant residence being renovated on Bay Way in Lanoka Harbor for a burglary. The complainant reported that during the overnight hours of January 16, 2014, into January 17, 2014, an unknown person forced entry into the residence and stole various tools and equipment. The total value of the stolen property is unknown at this time.

• Theft from a Residence – On Tuesday, January 14, 2014, at 9:04 p.m., Officer Darrell Nick took a report from the complainant who reported that during the day, an unknown person or persons entered her residence on Dugout Drive, Lanoka Harbor, and stole a laptop computer and a Coach Purse containing $200 in cash. There were no signs of forced entry. The complainant reported a possible suspect known to the complainant.

• Shoplifting and Employee Theft (Arrest) – On Wednesday, January 15, 2014, at 12:06 p.m., Officer Robert Flynn  responded to TJ Maxx in the Lacey Mall, 348 Route 9 North, Lanoka Harbor, for a female shoplifter. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 19-year-old Ashley Cavalier, Devon Street, in Forked River, for shoplifting merchandise valued at $75.00. In addition, she was charged with stealing cash and merchandise valued at $150.00 while working as an employee in the store.  She was processed and later released after receiving a criminal summons.

• Shoplifting (Arrest) – On Wednesday, January 15, 2014, at 1:11 p.m., Officer Daniel Ricciardella responded to the Walmart, 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor, for a male shoplifter. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 29-year-old Korey James of Dess Street in Toms River for shoplifting merchandise valued at $740. He was processed and later released after receiving a criminal summons for shoplifting.

• Burglary and Theft (Residence) – On Wednesday, January 15, 2014, at 9:16 p.m., Officers Adam Ewart and Darrell Nick responded to the 900 block of Clairmore Avenue in Lanoka Harbor for a burglary. The victim reported that between 6:15 p.m. on January 15, 2014, and 8:40 p.m. on January 15, 2014, an unknown person or persons entered the residence and stole property including, but not limited to, iPods, jewelry, and cash valued over $500. Detective Surtees responded to the scene and is handling the follow-up investigation.

• Warrant (Arrest) –On Sunday, January 17, 2014, at 9:35 p.m., Officer Peter Donahue responded to the Bay Harbor Motor Lodge for an unrelated call. While at the scene, an arrest warrant was located for 53-year-old Christopher J. Apostolos of Lanoka Harbor. The warrant was issued by the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department in the amount of $2,500. Christopher Apostolos was later turned over to the custody of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department.

• Burglary and Theft (Residence) – On Monday, January 20, 2014, at 12:39 p.m., Officer Michael Hein responded to a residence located on Taylor Lane in Forked River for a reported burglary. The victim reported that between 5:00 p.m. on January 19, 2014, and 12:20 p.m. on January 20, 2014, an unknown person or persons entered his residence and stole approximately $1,500 in cash. There were no signs of forced entry.