Man Hospitalized After Possible Gunshots, Screaming In Stafford: Cops

Stafford Park Apartment staff told police they heard possible gunshots, glass breaking and screaming from one of the apartments.

Victim Of Little Egg Harbor Murder-Suicide Identified: Prosecutor

Authorities say that a Little Egg Harbor woman was killed by her ex-husband in a murder-suicide over the weekend.

Woman, Dog Killed In Apparent Murder-Suicide In Ocean County

Little Egg Harbor Township police said both the woman and the dog were fatally shot inside an apartment early Saturday.

Car Stolen From Gas Pumps At Manahawkin Wawa: Police

The Porsche was later located in Pleasantville and warrants were issued for two teenagers in connection with the theft, police said.

$1.2M Stolen From Business By Southern Ocean Bookkeeper: DA

Linda Mansi of Tuckerton used the business's money to pay for her son's prison expenses, travel, sports tickets and more, officials said.

Truck, Credit Card Stolen In Manahawkin: Police

Kevin C. Downes of Barnegat stole the Ford F-150 and fraudulently used the truck owner's credit card, Stafford police said.

NJ 19-Year-Old Killed In Crash; Cop, Others Hurt While Responding

5 people were injured, including a police officer, during a police response to the fatal crash in South Jersey.

Unlocked Car Thefts On The Rise In Stafford, Police Say

Police are urging residents to lock their cars and bring their keys inside to prevent being victims of theft.

Coast Guard Rescues Passengers In Boat Fire Off NJ Coast

PHOTOS: Plumes of black smoke could be seen off the shore of Barnegat Light Tuesday afternoon during firefighting efforts.

Police Seek Cars Involved In Barnegat Hit-And-Run

A car struck a parked car on David Drive and fled the scene on the night of June 26, Barnegat police said.

NJ 12-Year-Old Wielding Gun Bit Cop During Arrest, Police Say

An armed 12-year-old from Atlantic City was charged after assaulting a police officer during a "lengthy struggle" Thursday, police said.

Warrant Issued For Theft Of Iconic Jersey Devil Statue In Stafford

Police are seeking the location of Ohio resident Thomas L. Bintz, 52, charged in connection with the theft of the statue at Lucille's.

Iconic Jersey Devil Statue Stolen From Popular Ocean Co. Diner

The wooden carving of NJ's favorite cryptid was stolen from in front of Lucille's Luncheonette over the weekend, its owners said.

Watch For Comcast Bill Scam, Barnegat Police Warn

The scammer pretends to be Comcast and texts residents to buy gift cards to lower your monthly bill, Barnegat police said.

Human Trafficking Arrests Made At Jersey Shore Motel: Police

2 NY men were arrested at a Jersey Shore motel on Saturday following a tip to police regarding possible human trafficking, authorities said.

Child Porn, Marijuana Found In Ocean Co. Home: Prosecutor

Michael Kozdron, 41, was uploading child pornography and growing marijuana in his Little Egg Harbor home, officials said.

NJ 13-Year-Old Charged With Sex Assault In ‘Disturbing’ Video: Police

A 13-year old was charged after police found a video posted online of him engaging in sexual conduct with a younger child, authorities said.

Lewd Activity Investigation Leads To Man Charged In Stafford: Police

Police said that William MacDonald, 79, repeatedly approached another man on Stafford Avenue to solicit him.

Barnegat Baby’s Death Ruled A Homicide

The baby was found unconscious in a Staten Island home in March, police said. His death has been ruled a homicide.

Manahawkin Man Sexually Assaulted Teen At Jersey Shore: Police

Police said they found Thomas G. Aljian, Jr., 55, and a teenage boy in a car parked behind the Brigantine Observation Tower at about 4 a.m.

Little Egg Sex Offender Sentenced For Soliciting Nudes From Minor: AG

David M. Frew was already a registered sex offender when he convinced a minor to send him explicit photos, authorities said.

Little Egg Woman Charged In Crash That Brought Down Wires On 37

Denise McKinnon, 43, crossed the center lane and hit a utility pole on Lakehurst Road Monday night, causing a brush fire, police said.

Prison For Employee Who Stole $108K From Barnegat Marina: Prosecutor

Lisa Dowd, 52, will also have to pay back the entire amount she stole, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said.

Missing Children's Day: Do You Know Where This Barnegat Teen Is?

Dozens of children are missing from New Jersey, including Angelica Santos Escobar from Barnegat. Have you seen her?

Manahawkin Driver Who Killed Teen While High Sentenced To Prison

Michael Pillarella, 28, will spend two decades in prison after the crash where he was speeding and on drugs killed a teenage girl.

NJ Lightning Strike Sparks Residential Fire, Officials Say

Fire officials in South Jersey responded to a structure fire that reportedly stemmed from a lightning strike Saturday night, officials said.

Ocean Acres Home Damaged In Evening Fire: Officials

A fire on the rear deck had extended into the house, Stafford firefighters said. Authorities are currently investigating.

2 Vehicle Burglaries Under Investigation In Manahawkin: Police

Two cars in Ocean Acres had their passenger windows smashed and purses stolen on April 15, Stafford police said.

How Prescribed Burns Kept Southern Ocean Safe In Recent Wildfire

Thanks to recent prescribed burns at Warren Grove, the latest fire was kept under control, according to state officials.

1,600-Acre Forest Fire Fully Contained In Southern Ocean

The Little Egg Harbor fire, called the Log Swamp Forest Fire, was fully contained Sunday after burning 1,607 acres.

Log Swamp Fire In Little Egg Harbor Is 60% Contained

The fire was first reported off Route 539 in Bass River State Forest, New Jersey Forest Fire Service​ officials said.

Manahawkin Student Killed In Crash At Massachusetts College

The death of Manahawkin's Frank Petillo, Jr., has sparked a petition demanding better street safety on the campus of UMass Dartmouth.

2 Rescued From Aground Boat In Barnegat Inlet: Coast Guard

The 38-foot vessel ran aground off the coast of Barnegat Light on Monday night, the Coast Guard said.

Ex-State Trooper From Waretown Misused ID While Suspended: AG

Ex-NJSP Sgt. Marc Dennis, 51, of Waretown, used ID he shouldn't have had while suspended to get out of nine traffic stops, officials said.

$108K Stolen From Barnegat Marina By Employee: Prosecutor

Lisa Dowd, 52, admitted to forging numerous checks and deposited some into her personal checking account and used others to pay her bills.

Barnegat House Fire Was Set By Resident: Prosecutor

Lisa Ziobro intentionally lit two fires at her house on Waterfall Lane Tuesday morning, officials said. She received multiple arson charges.

Morning House Fire Extinguished In Barnegat

A structure fire in Mirage was reported Tuesday morning; firefighters spent two hours battling the blaze.

Manahawkin Man Charged In Jan. 6 Riot: Officials

Manahawkin's Larry Fife Giberson helped rioters in shoving police at the Capitol, cheering when weapons were used against them, feds say.

418-Acre Wildfire Contained In Little Egg Harbor

The cause of the wildfire is currently under investigation, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service.

125 Acre Wildfire Burns In Little Egg Harbor

Part of Route 539 is closed Tuesday afternoon as the New Jersey Forest Fire Service battles a wildfire in Little Egg Harbor.