Car Explodes, Igniting House Fire In Ocean Acres: Police

A man was working on the car in the garage when the gas tank exploded, igniting both the vehicle and the house, police said.

What Caused The South Jersey Wildfire? What We Know

The Jones Road Wildfire has been 40 percent contained as of Wednesday afternoon, but authorities are still investigating its exact cause.

Masks Offered In Barnegat As Air Remains Smoky From Wildfire

Smoke from the Jones Road wildfire was expected to continue to cause air quality issues all day Wednesday, possibly longer, officials said.

NJ Farm Evacuates Multiple Horses As Jones Road Wildfire Burns: Report

The Jones Road Wildfire had burned 12,000 acres by Wednesday afternoon, prompting evacuations and road closures.

Jones Road Wildfire Prompts State Of Emergency In South Jersey

The governor's office declared a state of emergency in response to the Jones Road Wildfire, which has burned 12,000 acres in South Jersey.

South Jersey Wildfire Swells To 13,250 Acres

The Jones Road Wildfire has grown to 13,250 acres and is 50 percent contained as of 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Wildfire Grows To 3,200 Acres In Barnegat: Officials

The fire grew to 3,200 acres and 5 percent containment as of 8 p.m. Tuesday, authorities said. Thousands have been evacuated.

Man Uploaded Child Porn From Tuckerton Home: Prosecutor

Reuben Tallman, 62, was charged with two counts of distribution of child pornography and one count of possession of child pornography.

Ship Bottom Fire Thanks 911 Dispatchers

Ship Bottom Fire Company Honors National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week & Recognizes the Important Role of Dispatchers

Barnegat Woman Dies In Atlantic City Expressway Crash: State Police

The 80-year-old woman was killed Thursday afternoon when her car stopped in the left lane and was rear-ended, police said.

Man Sentenced For Drugs, Weapons Offenses In Southern Ocean

Jackson's Shawn Garretson assaulted a man in Barnegat and was found with cocaine and a gun in his car in Tuckerton on separate occasions.

Special Education Incident Sparks Investigation In Barnegat

Several staff members are on leave following the investigation into the incident involving a special education child, officials said.

Man Caught Trying To Break Into Stafford Homes: Police

The Manahawkin man was caught in all black and a ski mask, trying to break into homes in Stafford Park, police said.

Police Look Back On 'Year Of Change' In Barnegat 2024 Report

The annual report celebrates the highlights of the department in 2024, notable incidents responded to and statistics.

Cocaine, Fentanyl Stored At Southern Ocean Home: Prosecutor

Joelene Leck of Waretown, Thomas Rotella of Bayville and Danny Skinner of Seaside Heights were charged in the drug investigation.

1 Charged In Manahawkin Check Washing Investigation: Police

A Mays Landing man is wanted in a check washing investigation in Manahawkin, Stafford police said.

PA Woman Lit Surf City Home On Fire, Fled From Cops: Prosecutor

Juliette Tournier, 29, set the home on fire and fled from police in a SUV that had a stolen license plate, authorities said.

Counterfeit Bills Used, $9K Stolen In Separate Incidents In Manahawkin

A New York man tried to pay for two PlayStations with counterfeit bills, police said. In another incident, two stole thousands from shops.

Man Uploaded Child Sexual Abuse Images From Barnegat Home: Prosecutor

Fabian Lugo, 27, had several items of child pornography on his devices, authorities said.

Pinelands HS Employee Exposed Himself, Lured Young Girls: Prosecutor

Michael Marto, a paraprofessional at Pinelands High School, exposed himself and propositioned girls between 10- and 17-years-old: officials.

Father-Son Shoplifting Duo Charged In Manahawkin: Police

The two Long Island men were caught stealing about $1,600 worth of merchandise from the Manahawkin Lowe's, Stafford police said.

Meet Ship Bottom Volunteer Firefighter Jose Martinez

Once Himself the Scared Kid on Scene, Jose Provides Help and Reassurance to Others

Man Admits To String Of Robberies In Manahawkin

Nicholas Santiago of Barnegat robbed OA Convenience at knifepoint, and also shoplifted several times at ShopRite, authorities say.

Car Crashes Into Manahawkin Home: Police

A 34-year-old woman crashed into two parked cars in a driveway before striking the garage shortly after 12 a.m. Tuesday, police said.

Man Stole From Manahawkin ShopRite 43 Times In 2 Months: Police

The Forked River man stole about $1,800 worth of merchandise in 43 trips over the span of about two months, police said.

Unlicensed Contractor Accused Of Stealing From Stafford Residents

Robert Sprague Jr. was operating a home improvement business but he wasn't properly licensed by the state, police said.

Meth, Guns Stored At Auto Shop In Southern Ocean: Prosecutor

Two sawed-off shotguns, hollow point bullets, methamphetamine and more were discovered at the Little Egg Harbor business, authorities said.

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Barnegat Woman Admits Helping In Toms River Dismemberment Slaying

Danielle Bolstad admitted that she helped dismember and dispose of a body, which was uncovered following a police standoff in Toms River.

Manahawkin Woman Killed In Head-On New York Crash: Police

Sabrina M. Surita, of Manahawkin, was one of three people killed in a head-on collision in New York state in December, police said.

Body Pulled From Lagoon In Southern Ocean: Prosecutor

Authorities are investigating an apparent drowning after the body of an elderly woman was found floating in a lagoon Sunday.

Donation Jar For Homeless Veteran Stolen From Manahawkin IHOP: Police

A Forked River man is accused of stealing the tip jar in November, which was full of cash meant to support a homeless veteran, police say.

Christmas Morning Fire Damages Ocean Acres Home: Police

A Navy Lane family was displaced from their home on Christmas following an early morning house fire, authorities said.

Firefighter Injured Battling Hours-Long Blaze At Jersey Shore Home

Volunteer firefighters were on the scene from just after 4 a.m. to around 8 p.m. as the bayfront LBI home was destroyed by flames.

Utility Van Explodes In Beach Haven West: Police

One person was injured when there was an explosion inside of a plumbing/heating utility work van, Stafford police said.

Waterfront Jersey Shore Home Destroyed In Massive Fire: Reports

The multiple-alarm fire broke out at the Long Beach Island home early Monday, authorities said.

Several Injured In Multi-Car Chain Crash In Barnegat: Police

Multiple cars were rear-ended waiting to turn left onto Bengal Boulevard Tuesday morning, with one overturning, police said.

Watch For Holiday Package Thefts, Stafford Police Warn

Several have been charged in package thefts this year in Stafford. In the holiday season, police are sharing tips to avoid being a victim.

See Drones In Barnegat? Here's What Police Say To Do

"There is no call that is too small for our agency to investigate as we take our community's safety and comfort seriously!" police said.

$50K Of Lottery Tickets Stolen In Barnegat, Lacey: Prosecutor

Over the course of nearly three years, Kenneth Franke stole more than $50K worth of lottery tickets from Wawa stores, authorities say.