Lakewood Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Charges, DUI, Police Say

LAKEWOOD, NJ — A 61-year-old Toms River man is facing drug distribution and DWI charges after a traffic stop in Lakewood on Saturday, June 6, police said.

Members of the Lakewood Police Department Patrol Division stopped the vehicle after observing a traffic violation, according to police. During the investigation, officers determined the driver, Robert Gadson, was impaired and placed him under arrest.

A search conducted as part of the investigation resulted in the seizure of a quantity of marijuana, cash and items commonly associated with the distribution of controlled dangerous substances, police said.

Gadson was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was also issued several motor vehicle summonses, including driving while intoxicated and refusal to submit breath samples.

He was processed at Lakewood Police Headquarters and transported to the Ocean County Jail pending court proceedings.

"This arrest highlights the importance of proactive patrol and traffic enforcement," Chief Gregory Meyer said. "By remaining vigilant, our officers were able to remove an impaired driver from our roadways while also disrupting suspected illegal drug activity. We remain committed to keeping our community safe."

The investigation remains ongoing. All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

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