Barnegat Police: An Act Of Kindness During The Storm

by Patricia A. Miller

The call for help came in on Sunday night, as the blizzard was starting to wind down.

An elderly resident called Barnegat police to tell them she was snowed in and plowed snow was blocking her driveway.

Sgt. Jason Caroll and Sgt. Wayne Eslinger didn’t waste any time. They rounded up a few more officers, grabbed their shovels and headed out into the 24-degree night, according to the department’s Facebook page.

“After 30 minutes of teamwork and effort, the driveway was cleared out and the resident had safe access to the street,” the post states. “The BTPD wishes to recognize the dedication and hard work of Officers Lauren Keilitz, Nicholas Venuto, Anthony Carlo, and Stephen Russoniello along with the leadership of Sergeants Carroll and Eslinger.”

Photo credit: Barnegat Police Department