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Alleged Shoplifting Incident in Freehold Results in Arrests of 2 Wanted Women

January 19, 2015
Colts Neck NJ Shoplifting Defense Attorneys

Two women were recently arrested in Freehold Township after allegedly shoplifting thousands of dollars worth of merchandise from a local Walmart. Subsequent background checks conducted by the police revealed that both women had outstanding warrants for their arrests. According to a report issued by the Freehold Township Police Department, officers arrested 31-year-old Naishauna Smith-Wilson and […]

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Manasquan Ice Hockey Coach, Former NJ Devil, Accused of Assault

January 15, 2015
Keansburg NJ DWI and DUI Defense Attorneys

In a shocking new case involving the current coach of the Manasquan High School boy’s ice hockey team and former player for the New Jersey Devils, officials have suspended the coach pending the investigation of an alleged assault on a juvenile. Charles Webster, a spokesman for the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, announced the investigation, which was […]

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Neptune Company Employees Charged with Theft and Fraud Crimes

January 13, 2015
Colts Neck NJ Forgery Defense Attorneys

Authorities have charged two employees at a Neptune company with a variety of theft and fraud crimes for allegedly forging checks, utilizing the company’s credit card to make unauthorized purchases, and illegally employing the payroll system to steal over $300,000 from the enterprise. Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher Gramiccioni recently announced the arrests of 54-year-old Neptune […]

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Violent Crime Rates Decreased in Asbury Park in 2014, Say Authorities

January 9, 2015
Violent Crime Rates Decreased in Asbury Park in 2014, Say Authorities

Law enforcement officials recently released a report related to gun violence in Asbury Park, noting a reduction in both homicides and non-fatal shootings in 2014. Authorities have attributed the notable decline in violent crime rates in Asbury Park to coordinated efforts among the Asbury Park Police Department, the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, and faith-based organizations within […]

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Authorities Investigating Asbury Park Stabbing Murder

January 6, 2015
Authorities Investigating Asbury Park Stabbing Murder

Authorities are currently investigating a recent stabbing that resulted in the death of a young man in Asbury Park. Acting Chief Anthony Salerno of the Asbury Park Police Department announced that the incident occurred on the 400 block of Ridge Avenue on Monday, January 5th. The victim, a 19-year-old man, was reportedly transported to Neptune’s […]

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Belmar Man Charged with DWI, Assault by Auto

January 5, 2015
Fair Haven NJ DUI Defense Attorneys

A man from Belmar was just charged with driving while intoxicated and assault by auto, as Ocean County authorities allege that he was intoxicated when he struck two police officers with his vehicle during an incident last summer. According to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, 43-year-old Belmar resident Jeffrey Carstens was taken into custody on […]

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Neptune Car Accident Prompts Search for Driver

January 1, 2015
Neptune Car Accident Prompts Search for Driver

Neptune police officers are currently investigating a recent car accident involving a driver who crashed into a guardrail and subsequently fled the scene, leaving the vehicle behind. According to Lieutenant Scott Cox of the Neptune Police Department, officers arrived at the scene of the accident on Route 18 at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 1st. […]

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Theft at Eatontown Church Results in Two Arrests

December 26, 2014
Wall Township NJ Resisting Arrest Defense Attorneys

A man and a woman have been arrested on charges including burglary and theft for allegedly stealing thousands in collection money from an Eatontown church recently. Authorities have accused 44-year-old Brick resident Pedro Aviles and 49-year-old Wall resident Helen Dabrowski of stealing approximately $1,500 from the St. Dorothea Roman Catholic Church located on Broad Street […]

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West Long Branch Attorney Sentenced for White Collar Crimes

December 23, 2014
West Long Branch Attorney Sentenced for White Collar Crimes

A disbarred attorney and former candidate for U.S. Senate from West Long Branch was recently sentenced in Monmouth County Superior Court for white-collar crimes and contempt of court, as officials say he misappropriated court-entrusted funds for personal purposes. 50-year-old Eugene M. LaVergne, a former attorney, faced criminal charges for allegedly stealing approximately $108,000 of the […]

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Monmouth County Prescription Fraud Investigation Leads to 7 Arrests

December 22, 2014
Shrewsbury NJ Prescription Fraud Defense Attorneys

Following an extensive investigation conducted by detectives from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office in coordination with officers from the Middletown and Hazlet Police Departments, a total of seven individuals have been arrested for allegedly participating in transactions involving fraudulent oxycodone prescriptions. Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher Gramiccioni recently announced the arrests of 51-year-old Kenneth Lewandowski, […]

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