Man Admits Fleeing Stop, Nearly Hitting Detectives In Lakewood

Kevin Valverde-Cruz, 21, nearly hit the detectives who tried to pull him over on Oct. 18.

Minivan Rolls Over Woman's Foot In Driveway In Lakewood

Lakewood police said she was reaching in to take the key out of the ignition when the vehicle rolled backward over her foot.

Man Sought In Bank Robberies In Lakewood: Police

The man succeeded in getting cash from one of the banks, police said.

Lakewood Man Admits Role In $21.7M Medical Equipment Fraud Scheme

The man also defrauded a federal program providing COVID relief funds for more than $322,000, federal authorities said.

Fire Destroys UPS Trucks, Packages At Lakewood Facility: Reports

At least six trailers and the building were heavily damaged, the reports said.

Man Ordered Held In Leisure Village Slaying Of Girlfriend

John Filistovich, 59, arrested in Maryland in Betty Perry's car, has been ordered held until trial on murder and theft charges in her death.

Man Vandalized Home After Killing Girlfriend In Lakewood: Affidavit

John Filistovich also took valuables, including Betty Perry's debit card and cell phone, when he left her home, authorities said.

Man Charged In Leisure Village Killing Of Girlfriend Back In NJ

John C. Filistovich has been extradited from Maryland to face murder and theft charges in the killing of Betty Perry, the prosecutor said.

Man Indicted In DWI Crash That Killed Woman In Lakewood: Prosecutor

Mordechai Berkowitz, 21, was driving over 90 mph at the time of the head-on crash in July 2022, authorities said.

Missing Woman, Daughter Found Safe: Authorities

The woman and her 4-year-old daughter have been located, police said.

Teens Hospitalized After Machete Attack During Argument In Lakewood

One teen suffered "substantial blood loss," police said; they are trying to determine what led to the confrontation.

Man Accused Of Killing Girlfriend In Lakewood Had Prior Threats Arrest

John Filistovich, charged in the killing of Betty Perry, 60, violated a restraining order at their home in 2022, a police report shows.

'Suspicious' Death Of Woman In Leisure Village Probed: Prosecutor

The woman's body was found during a wellness check at the home, the prosecutor's office said.

Sex Offender From Lakewood Admits Sharing Child Porn Via WhatsApp

The man, who was on parole in a sex assault conviction, also was working at a Brick business but never notified police, authorities said.

Lit Explosive Tossed From Pickup Truck In Lakewood: Police

Two pickup trucks were seen driving slowly, side by side, along the road right before a lit item was tossed and exploded, police said.

Teen Hit, Killed While Crossing Route 70 With Family In Lakewood: PD

The 15-year-old girl was crossing in a crosswalk, police said. The driver, a 19-year-old from Toms River, is cooperating with police.

12 Officers Join Lakewood Police Force

The officers are undergoing training; some will begin patrols soon, Police Chief Gregory Meyer said.

Lakewood Man Admits Money Laundering In $1M Wire Fraud Scam

Multiple fraudulent financial transactions cost a card payment company more than $1 million, and the man had a key role in the scam.

Lakewood Motorcyclist Killed In Manchester Crash

Good Samaritans and witnesses tried to save the man's life right after the crash, police said.

Get Rid Of Unneeded Prescriptions At Drug Take Back Day In Lakewood

Medications that are no longer needed can be disposed of safely at the collection event, which aims to keep pills off the streets.

3 Hurt As Bounce House Goes Airborne At Lakewood Carnival: Reports

One person suffered a skull fracture when a strong wind lifted the inflatable house in a Lakewood parking lot, according to reports.

Tornado Confirmed In Jackson: National Weather Service

"Do not drive over downed wires," the Ocean County Sheriff's Office said. The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down.

Driver Hits Student Getting Off School Bus In Lakewood: Police

The 18-year-old student suffered a head injury; police said the driver ignored the bus's flashing red lights when it stopped.

Truck Driver Threatened To Shoot, Tried To Hit Lakewood Worker: Police

A dispute over a stock cart led to the truck driver trying to hit the employee with his truck at the Evergreen Kosher Market, police said.

Machete-Wielding Man Menaced Pedestrians In Lakewood: Police

Max M. Sanchez of Lakewood is accused of brandishing the machete at people walking down the street on Monday night, police said.

Man Accused Of Setting 2 Fires Behind Lakewood Business: Prosecutor

Ricardo C. Buitron, 21, of Lakewood, is accused of setting the fires after trying to rob a man while armed with scissors, officials said.

9-Year-Old Hit By School Bus In Lakewood

Police said the school bus driver did not realize he had hit the child and returned as soon as he was notified.

Man Accused Of Abducting Girlfriend, Baby From Jackson Home

Gerson A. Aguilar-Lara, 24, of Lakewood, was arrested in Toms River; his girlfriend and their baby were unharmed, authorities said.

Laundry Room Attack Suspect May Have Harmed Others: Ocean Prosecutor

Malcolm Hamilton is facing charges of harming 2 women; authorities believe more women in Lakewood, Jackson, and Howell may be victims.

Man Fleeing Home Invasion On Stolen Bicycle Arrested: Lakewood Police

The Lakewood man is accused of forcing his way into a woman's home and forcing her to show him were her valuables were kept, police said.

No Credible Threat To Lakewood From 'Day Of Hate' Posts: Police

Social media postings have drawn law enforcement attention nationally, Lakewood police said, but no real threat has been found.

Lakewood Man Pleads Guilty To Federal Child Porn Charge

Samuel Schwinger admitted to posing as a young girl to get other children to send him sexually explicit videos, authorities said.

Lakewood Man Charged After He's Found Driving Stolen Vehicle: Police

The man said he had borrowed the vehicle from a roommate, police said.

Man Stole Building Materials In From 5 Companies In Lakewood: Police

Five building supply companies were burglarized over a two-month period, police said.

Arrow In Lakewood Home's Door An Accidental Shot: Police

The arrow, likely shot from a crossbow, does not appear to have been shot deliberately at the home, Lakewood police said.

Arrow Pierces Lakewood Resident's Door

Lakewood police said the arrow appears to have been fired by a crossbow.

Trooper Hit On Parkway While Investigating Crash In Lakewood

New Jersey State Police said the trooper's injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.

Man Accused Of Fleeing, Nearly Hitting Police In Lakewood

Authorities tried to pull him over for speeding, but he took off 3 times, and in one hit a detective's car, officials said.

Burglars Stole $10K In Prescription Drugs From 2 Lakewood Pharmacies

Authorities are seeking tips after two men smashed glass doors to break into the pharmacies, Lakewood police said.

Man Armed With Machete Sought In Lakewood

Lakewood police said the man stood outside a building screaming profanities until police were called.