Teen Struck In Face With Paintball In Matawan, Police Say

MATAWAN, NJ — A juvenile in Matawan has been taken into custody after police say he is suspected of striking another teen in the face with a paintball while walking down Main Street in Matawan.

The incident happened yesterday, Monday, June 3; the teen said he was walking down Main Street when he was struck in the face with a paintball, according to Matawan police.

The police were notified and, after conducting a thorough investigation, the Matawan police department said they identified a juvenile suspect. The juvenile suspect was taken into custody Tuesday morning by Detective Brian Murphy and charges are being referred to the Monmouth County prosecutor's office.

Police say this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public.