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South Jersey Man Committed 'Smash-And-Grab' Burglaries Along Jersey Shore: Police South Jersey Man Committed 'Smash-And-Grab' Burglaries Along Jersey Shore: Police
South Jersey Man Committed 'Smash-And-Grab' Burglaries Along Jersey Shore: Police An Ocean County man was accused of several "smash-and-grab" burglaries along the Jersey Shore, authorities said. Todd Lansing, 46, of Brick Township, was charged with two counts each of third-degree burglary, third-degree theft, fourth-degree criminal mischief, and possession of burglary tools. The Brielle Police Department announced his charges in a news release on Thursday, Mar. 28. Brielle police received a report of a "smash-and-grab" burglary at a business on Route 70 at around 5:27 a.m. on Saturday, Mar. 23. Police then received a burglar alarm activation at a business on Higgins…

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by Chris Spiker
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'Smash And Grab' Burglars Are Back, Toms River Police Warn 'Smash And Grab' Burglars Are Back, Toms River Police Warn
'Smash And Grab' Burglars Are Back, Toms River Police Warn A Jersey Shore police department is warning its residents about "smash and grab" burglars. "Since the beginning of June, the central and northern New Jersey areas have been hit by a group known as the 'Felony Lane Gang,'" Toms River police said. This organized group targets parking areas of public parks, gyms, and recreation areas all over New Jersey with car burglaries. Residents are warned not to leave valuables in cars. A few things to be aware of: They are often driving rental cars with out-of-state plates. This group originates from Florida and drives-up the eastern seaboard to com…

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by Jon Craig