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The case was part of a larger investigation called "Operation Checkmate," according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer.
James Hemenway, of Morganville, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess cocaine and with intent to distribute, Billhimere said.
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force managed and directed three simultaneous multi-agency investigations into alleged high-level cocaine distribution in Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex Counties, as well as New York City.
The three cocaine networks were responsible for the import of more than three kilograms of cocaine per week into the Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex County areas, Billhimer said.
On Oct. 26, 2021, “Operation Checkmate” closed with the apprehension of 24 individuals for various offenses involving drugs.
Detectives executed court-authorized search warrants on Hemenway’s residence in Morganville as well as two motor vehicles. As a result, Detectives seized approximately 130 grams of cocaine and $29,000 in cash, Billhimer said.
Hemenway was taken to the Ocean County Jail, and later released due to New Jersey Bail Reform.
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