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Boy, 4, Critical After Near-Drowning In Jersey Shore Swimming Pool: Police Boy, 4, Critical After Near-Drowning In Jersey Shore Swimming Pool: Police
Boy, 4, Critical After Near-Drowning In Jersey Shore Swimming Pool: Police A 4-year-old boy was in critical but stable condition after nearly drowning in a Jersey Shore swimming pool Friday, Aug. 30, authorities said. Berkeley Township Police responded to a home in South Seaside Park on a report that a boy had been removed from a swimming pool and found to unresponsive around 3:30 p.m., Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. Emergency life-saving techniques were performed on the child. He was transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center, where he is listed in critical but stable condition. The incident is under investigation by the Oce…
3 Charged In Fentanyl Overdose Death On Jersey Shore 3 Charged In Fentanyl Overdose Death On Jersey Shore
3 Charged In Fentanyl Overdose Death On Jersey Shore Three people have been arrested in a fatal fentanyl overdose earlier this fall at the Jersey Shore, authorities said. Michael Wormann, 38 of Toms River, Ryan Thompson, 35, of Trenton, and Tina Martinez, 61, also of Trenton, were charged with strict liability drug-induced death in connection with the fatal overdose of a 55-year-old man in Berkeley Township, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On Sept. 29, 2023, Berkeley Township police responded to a Torrey Pines Drive home for a report of an unresponsive male. Police found the body of the vict…
Jersey Shore Man Gets 7 Years For Stabbing: Prosecutor Jersey Shore Man Gets 7 Years For Stabbing: Prosecutor
Jersey Shore Man Gets 7 Years For Stabbing: Prosecutor A 40-year-old man from Seaside Heights has been sentenced to seven years in New Jersey State Prison in connection with a stabbing, authorities said. Porfirio Serrano-Cruz previously entered a guilty plea to aggravated assault in connection with a stabbing that occurred in Seaside Park on June 30, 2022.  Att approximately 5:15 a.m., Officers from the Seaside Park Police Department responded to a residence on O Street in response to a 911 call; the caller stated that someone had broken into his residence and tried to kill him. Responding Officers found a 39-year-old m…
Lakewood Man Indicted For GF's Murder: Prosecutor Lakewood Man Indicted For GF's Murder: Prosecutor
Lakewood Man Indicted For GF's Murder: Prosecutor A 59-year-old man from Lakewood has been indicted for murder and theft. The indictment of John Filistovich was in connection with the death of Betty Perry, 60, of Lakewood, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On May 30, at approximately 12:15 p.m., Officers from the Lakewood Township Police Department responded to a residence on Thornbury Court to conduct a welfare check on Betty Perry. Responding Officers made entry into the residence and found the deceased body of a female, later identified as Ms. Perry, on the floor of the bedroom. A subsequent…
Man Charged With Fatally Punching Bicyclist On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor Man Charged With Fatally Punching Bicyclist On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor
Man Charged With Fatally Punching Bicyclist On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor A 40-year-old man is accused of punching another man on a bicycle, killing him, authorities said. Anthony Collins, of Seaside Heights, was charged with manslaughter and endangering an injured victim in connection with the death of Robert May, 70, of Seaside Heights, on Oct. 1, in the Borough of Seaside Heights, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On Sept. 18, at approximately 4 p.m., Officers from the Seaside Heights Police Department responded to the area of Central Avenue and Sumner Avenue for a report of a fall victim. Responding Officers f…
Man Pleads Guilty To Stabbing On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor Man Pleads Guilty To Stabbing On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor
Man Pleads Guilty To Stabbing On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor A 40-year-old Jersey Shore man has pleaded guilty to a stabbing, authorities said. Porfirio Serrano-Cruz, of Seaside Heights, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault on Monday, Aug. 14, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On June 30, 2022, at approximately 5:15 a.m., Officers from the Seaside Park Police Department responded to a residence on O Street in response to a 911 call.  The caller stated that someone had broken into his residence and tried to kill him.  Responding Officers found a 39-year-old male victim with multiple stab wounds to th…
Murder-Suicide Leaves Man, Woman, Dog Dead In Ocean County: Prosecutor Murder-Suicide Leaves Man, Woman, Dog Dead In Ocean County: Prosecutor
Murder-Suicide Leaves Man, Woman, Dog Dead In Ocean County: Prosecutor A man, woman, and dog were found dead in an Ocean County murder-suicide early Saturday, July 29, authorities said. UPDATE: Police have identified the gunman as a 52-year-old man who killed his ex-wife, Kimberly Hoffman. The unidentified 49-year-old woman called Little Egg Harbor police around 5:10 a.m., saying she thought someone was breaking into her Whitemarsh Court apartment, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Little Egg Harbor Township Chief of Police James Hawkins said. Responding officers forced their way into the apartment, where they found the woman, a 52-year-ol…
Human Remains Found On Jersey Shore Identified: Prosecutor Human Remains Found On Jersey Shore Identified: Prosecutor
Human Remains Found On Jersey Shore Identified: Prosecutor Human remains discovered last month in Ocean County have been identified, authorities said. The remains discovered in Plumsted Towns have been positively identified as those of Joseph Izquierdo, 37, of Egg Harbor, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer  On April 9, the Plumsted police received a 911 call about human remains foiund in a wooded area approximately one-quarter mile from Route 528, Billhimer said. Officers found the remains to be in advanced stages of decomposition, he said. On May 14, the results of an examination of the human remai…
Verizon Solicitor Indicted For Fatally Stabbing Ocean County Man During Fight Verizon Solicitor Indicted For Fatally Stabbing Ocean County Man During Fight
Verizon Solicitor Indicted For Fatally Stabbing Ocean County Man During Fight A man soliciting customers on behalf of Verizon has been indicted in connection with a fatal stabbing, authorities said. Michael Tsamas, 33, of Laurence Harbor, was indicted by a grand jury on the charges of aggravated manslaughter and weapons offenses in the death of Joseph Delgardio, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On May 26, 2022, at approximately 6:15 p.m., officers from the Jackson Township Police Department responded to West Veterans Highway and Conor Road in reference to a 911 call stating that a male was lying in the road…
Suspect Backed Jeep Into Detective's Vehicle, Fled Police On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor Suspect Backed Jeep Into Detective's Vehicle, Fled Police On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor
Suspect Backed Jeep Into Detective's Vehicle, Fled Police On Jersey Shore: Prosecutor A 20-year-old man from Jackson was arrested after fleeing from police and backing his Jeep into a detective's vehicle, authorities said. Kevin Valverde-Cruz was charged with three counts of aggravated assault and eluding police, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On Oct. 18, 2022, detectives from the Lakewood Township Police Department observed a white Jeep Grand Cherokee traveling at a high rate of speed. The operator of the vehicle failed to stop and the police pursuit was ultimately terminated on the Garden State Parkway due to public safety co…
Jersey Shore Man Indicted In Stabbing, Burglary: Prosecutor Jersey Shore Man Indicted In Stabbing, Burglary: Prosecutor
Jersey Shore Man Indicted In Stabbing, Burglary: Prosecutor Porfirio Serrano-Cruz, 39, of Seaside Heights, has been indicted for attempted murder during a break-in, authorities said. The charge is in connection with a stabbing that occurred in Seaside Park on June 30, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Serrano-Cruz was also indicted on weapons and drug offenses and burglary, the prosecutor said. On June 30, at approximately 5:15 a.m., Seaside Park police responded to a residence on O Street in response to a 911 call; the caller stated that someone had broken into his residence and tried to kill …
Shooting Victims ID'd In Toms River: Prosecutor Shooting Victims ID'd In Toms River: Prosecutor
Shooting Victims ID'd In Toms River: Prosecutor Two additional shooting victims have been identified in an incident that occurred Saturday, Aug. 27 in Toms River, authorities said. Police previously said Nymere Tinsley, 25, of Brick was killed in the shooting at 1769 Hooper Avenue in Toms River. Two other victims also suffered gunshot wounds. They have been identified as Anthony Miller, 29, of Neptune. Miller was still hospitalized and listed in critical but stable condition. Jamal Bland, 24, of Asbury Park, was treated for his injuries and released. Ocean Coiunty Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer emphasizes the active and …
1 Dead, 2 Hurt In Toms River Shooting 1 Dead, 2 Hurt In Toms River Shooting
1 Dead, 2 Hurt In Toms River Shooting One man died and two others were hurt in a Toms River shooting overnight, authorities said. The three victims were found with gunshot wounds at 1723 Hooper Ave., around 1:20 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Toms River Township Chief of Police Mitch Little said, A 29-year-old man was pronounced dead while another 29-year-old man was critical and a 25-year-old man was stable. The investigation was active and ongoing by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Toms River Townsh…
South Jersey Man Admits Selling Fatal Dose Of Heroin-Fentanyl South Jersey Man Admits Selling Fatal Dose Of Heroin-Fentanyl
South Jersey Man Admits Selling Fatal Dose Of Heroin-Fentanyl A 22-year-old man from Galloway admitted to selling a fatal dose of heroin and fentanyl to a customer,, authorities said. Shemar Jackson pleaded guilty on Monday, Aug. 22 to strict liability drug-induced death, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On Dec. 5, 2019, Toms River police responded to a home for a report of a 24-year-old unresponsive male, Billhimer said. Police found that man was already dead from an apparent drug overdose, he said. A subsequent investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s…
Ocean County Man Indicted In Beating Death Of 6-Year-Old Son: Prosecutor Ocean County Man Indicted In Beating Death Of 6-Year-Old Son: Prosecutor
Ocean County Man Indicted In Beating Death Of 6-Year-Old Son: Prosecutor A 30-year-old man from Ocean County has been indicted in connection with the death of his 6-year-old son, authorities said. Christopher Gregor, of Monroe Township, was indicted by a Grand Jury sitting in Ocean County on a murder charge in connection with the death on April 2, 2021, at Southern Ocean Medical Center in the Manahawkin section of Stafford Township, authorities said. The mother had said she tried to protect her son against her husband. She identified the child as Corey Micciolo.  Gregor was also indicted on a child endangerment charge, according to …
Pleasantville Woman Accused Of Causing Jersey Shore Man's Fatal Fentanyl/Heroin Overdose Pleasantville Woman Accused Of Causing Jersey Shore Man's Fatal Fentanyl/Heroin Overdose
Pleasantville Woman Accused Of Causing Jersey Shore Man's Fatal Fentanyl/Heroin Overdose A 39-year-old woman from Pleasantville is accused of causing a South Toms River man's drug overdose death, authorities said. On June 21, Michele Baker was charged with strict liability drug-induced death, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. She was additionally charged with drug dealing and possession violations, he said. The 44-year-old victim died on April 19 of a fatal overdose of fentanyl mixed with heroin, Billhimer said. South Toms River Police Officers responded to a residence on South Main Street for a report of an unresponsive male. Upon arrival, Office…
Jersey Shore Home Invader Charged With Attempted Murder: Prosecutor Jersey Shore Home Invader Charged With Attempted Murder: Prosecutor
Jersey Shore Home Invader Charged With Attempted Murder: Prosecutor A 38-year-old Seaside Heights man broke into a victim's home and stabbed him multiple times, authorities said. Porfirio Serrano-Cruz's 39-year-old victim was flown to  Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune with stab wounds to his arms, chest, abdomen and groin after the 5:15 a.m. incident on Thursday, June 30, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. The victim was in critical condition, Billhimer said, while Serrano-Cruz was charged with attempted murder, weapons offenses and possession of Clonazepam without a prescription. The Ocean County Prosec…
Ocean County Man Pleads Guilty To Assault, Stalking: Prosecutor Ocean County Man Pleads Guilty To Assault, Stalking: Prosecutor
Ocean County Man Pleads Guilty To Assault, Stalking: Prosecutor A 53-year-old man from Ocean County has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and stalking, authorities said. Donald Rutter, of Tuckerton, admitted to the crimes on Monday, June 13, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On Jan. 5, 2021, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Little Egg Harbor Township Police were dispatched to Jarvis Marine on Radio Road in response to a 911 call for an individual who had been shot. Police found Thomas Jarvis, 55, of Little Egg Harbor, with an apparent gunshot wound to his midsection. Jarvis was transported to AtlantiCare Regional M…
Suspect 'Intended To Terrorize Jewish Community,' Ocean Prosecutor Says, Filing New Charges Suspect 'Intended To Terrorize Jewish Community,' Ocean Prosecutor Says, Filing New Charges
Suspect 'Intended To Terrorize Jewish Community,' Ocean Prosecutor Says, Filing New Charges A 27-year-old man arrested in a hate-centered crime spree has been charged with multiple new offenses in the anti-Semitic attacks, authorities said. Dion Marsh of Manchester Township was charged on Wednesday, April 13 with: Attempted murder, Attempted carjacking, Attempted kidnapping, and Three counts of bias intimidation.                                                                Marsh also was charged with terrorism on Th…
Pair Charged In Fatal Jersey Shore Shooting During Robbery: Prosecutor Pair Charged In Fatal Jersey Shore Shooting During Robbery: Prosecutor
Pair Charged In Fatal Jersey Shore Shooting During Robbery: Prosecutor Two men from Ocean County have been charged with multiple offenses in connection with a fatal shooting, authorities said. Craig Dillard, 56, of Berkeley Township, has been charged with possession of a firearm, several drug offenses, and tampering with evidence, said Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer alongside Berkeley Township Police Chief Kevin Santucci.  George Burke, IV, 40, of Freehold Borough, was charged with robbery, burglary, tampering with evidence and weapons offenses, Billhier and Santucci said. All charges are in connection with the March 9 shooting death o…
Carjacker's Anti-Semitic Jersey Shore Rampage Sparks Sadness, Outrage Carjacker's Anti-Semitic Jersey Shore Rampage Sparks Sadness, Outrage
Carjacker's Anti-Semitic Jersey Shore Rampage Sparks Sadness, Outrage Jewish communities around the world were left reeling following a series of anti-Semitic attacks against Orthodox Jews carried out by a carjacker on the Jersey Shore last week. All three victims of 27-year-old Dion Marsh's violent crime spree in Jackson and Lakewood were believed to have been Orthodox Jews. Marsh struck two pedestrians and stabbed a victim before his arrest on Friday, April 8, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) was "saddened and outraged" by the attacks. “I am personally horrified at the cruelty with which the suspect alle…
Pennsylvania Man Indicted For Jersey Shore Motel Shooting: Prosecutor Pennsylvania Man Indicted For Jersey Shore Motel Shooting: Prosecutor
Pennsylvania Man Indicted For Jersey Shore Motel Shooting: Prosecutor A 43-year-old man from Pennsylvania has been indicted for attempted murder at a Jersey Shore motel, where he allegedly shot a man in the head, authorities said. Jose Serrano-Robles, of Lebanon, PA, also was indicted on Thursday, March 24 for weapons offenses, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. The indictment was in connection with a shooting on Aug. 16, 2021, in Seaside Heights, Billhimer said. At approximately 2 a.m. that day, Seaside Heights police responded to a 9-1-1 call for gunshots fired at the La Fontana Motel on Grant Avenue. Police found a 5…
Toms River Man Indicted For Shooting 2 Men In The Head: Prosecutor Toms River Man Indicted For Shooting 2 Men In The Head: Prosecutor
Toms River Man Indicted For Shooting 2 Men In The Head: Prosecutor A 39-year-old man from Ocean County has been indicted for murder in connection with the shootings of two men in the head, authorities said. Tyshaun Drummond of Toms River was indicted in connection with the deaths of Nicholas Hardy, 36, of Toms River, and Sergio Chavez-Perez, 32, of Lakewood, in Lakewood Township, they said. Drummond also was indicted on weapons charges, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On Dec. 19, 2021, at approximately 7:20 a.m., Lakewood police were called to an apartment complex on River Avenue for shots fired. Responding offic…
Jersey Shore Man Gets 16 Years State Prison In Stabbing Death: Prosecutor Jersey Shore Man Gets 16 Years State Prison In Stabbing Death: Prosecutor
Jersey Shore Man Gets 16 Years State Prison In Stabbing Death: Prosecutor A 38-year-old man from the Jersey Shore has been sentenced to 16 years in New Jersey state prison in connection with a fatal stabbing, authorities said.  Darneil Reeves of Lakewood Township was sentenced on Friday, Feb. 11 for the stabbing death of Hassan Parker, of South Toms River, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Reeves pleaded guilty to the charge of aggravated manslaughter on Dec. 22, 2021. On June 22, 2015, Lakewood Township police, who were working an off-duty road detail, witnessed a motor vehicle crash into a telephone p…
Drunken Man Who Stalked, Sliced Jersey Shore Woman With Knife Gets Prison Time Drunken Man Who Stalked, Sliced Jersey Shore Woman With Knife Gets Prison Time
Drunken Man Who Stalked, Sliced Jersey Shore Woman With Knife Gets Prison Time A 38-year-old man was sentenced to prison after he pleaded guilty to stalking a woman, threatening to kill her, slicing her face, then crashing into two cars while leading police on a chase across the Jersey Shore in May 2021. Michael Mahan, of Ewing Township, was sentenced by Superior Court Judge Michael T. Collins to eight years in prison on Friday, Feb. 4, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. The sentencing comes after Mahan entered a guilty plea to eluding, terroristic threats, and aggravated assault, from the May 8, 2021 incident in Jackson Township. Collins also su…
DOUBLE HOMICIDE: Lakewood Killings Under Investigation DOUBLE HOMICIDE: Lakewood Killings Under Investigation
Double Homicide: Lakewood Killings Under Investigation Two people were killed and one person was in custody in a shooting Sunday morning in Lakewood, authorities said. The incident occurred near 780 River Ave., around 7:30 a.m. The public's safety was not in danger. The Lakewood Scoop obtained exclusive footage from the scene in the original reporting of the story. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Lakewood Scoop (@thelakewoodscoop) The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Lakewood Township Police Department and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investig…
Jersey Shore Man Gets 14 Years State Prison In Fatal Stabbing, Prosecutor Says Jersey Shore Man Gets 14 Years State Prison In Fatal Stabbing, Prosecutor Says
Jersey Shore Man Gets 14 Years State Prison In Fatal Stabbing, Prosecutor Says A 29-year-old man has been sentenced to 14 years state prison in connection with a Jersey Shore stabbing death, authorities said. Kendrick Coley of Little Egg Harbor previously entered a guilty plea on an aggravated manslaughter charge, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Coley pleaded guilty to the charge before Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan on Oct. 1. On May 16, 2018, at approximately 8:15 p.m.,  Little Egg Harbor police responded to a 9-1-1 call about a stabbing at a residence on Maplewood Drive, Billhimer said. Police found Richard Pone, 28, in…
Jersey Shore Pair Indicted On Charges In 16-Year-Old Boy's OD Death Jersey Shore Pair Indicted On Charges In 16-Year-Old Boy's OD Death
Jersey Shore Pair Indicted On Charges In 16-Year-Old Boy's OD Death A pair of Jersey Shore residents have been indicted in charges stemming from the overdose death of a 16-year-old boy, authorities said. David Belk, 45, and Stephanie O’Neill, 44, both of Little Egg Harbor, were indicted by an Ocean County Grand Jury Nov. 4 on charges of strict liability drug induced death, endangering the welfare of a child, distribution of heroin, possession of heroin with intent to distribute and possession of heroin, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. Belk and O’Neill supplied heroin and fentanyl to the 16-year-old boy, who was found unresponsive on the f…
Prosecutor: Jersey Shore Pair Supplied Heroin/Fentanyl In 16-Year-Old Boy's OD Death Prosecutor: Jersey Shore Pair Supplied Heroin/Fentanyl In 16-Year-Old Boy's OD Death
Prosecutor: Jersey Shore Pair Supplied Heroin/Fentanyl In 16-Year-Old Boy's OD Death A Jersey Shore couple was jailed in connection with an overdose heroin/fentanyl death of a 16-year-old boy last month, authorities said. David Belk, 45, and Stephanie O’Neill, 44, both of Little Egg Harbor, have been charged with strict liability, endangering the welfare of a child, and drug related charges, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Captain James Hawkins said. Belk and O’Neill supplied heroin and fentanyl to the 16-year-old boy, who was found unresponsive on the floor of an East Susquehanna Driver on July 3, authorities said. Responding officers administered li…
SEEN HIM? Police Seek Fugitive In Ocean County ShopRite Parking Lot Stabbing SEEN HIM? Police Seek Fugitive In Ocean County ShopRite Parking Lot Stabbing
Seen HIM? Police Seek Fugitive In Ocean County ShopRite Parking Lot Stabbing Authorities in Ocean County are seeking the public’s help locating a man charged with attempted murder in connection to a stabbing in the parking lot of a local ShopRite. A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Michael Stallworth, 37, who is accused of stabbing a 44-year-old man in the back multiple times in the parking lot of ShopRite on Route 70 in Brick around 4 p.m. Monday, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Brick Township Chief of Police James Riccio said. The victim was taken to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, where he remains in critical but stabl…
BMW Driver Arrested For Allegedly Assaulting 2 Pedestrians At Stop Sign, Ocean Prosecutor Says BMW Driver Arrested For Allegedly Assaulting 2 Pedestrians At Stop Sign, Ocean Prosecutor Says
BMW Driver Arrested For Allegedly Assaulting 2 Pedestrians At Stop Sign, Ocean Prosecutor Says A 27-year-old motorist from Union County has been arrested in connection with a Fourth of July street fight in Toms River that allegedly left two pedestrians hurt near a stop sign, authorities said. A suspect in the alleged assaults turned himself into the Ocean County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Raziel Mancebo of Scotch Plains had been charged with several assault charges on Monday in connection with a clash the day before, Billhimer said. On July 4 at about 9:15 p.m., Toms River police were called to Cattus Isla…