Bucket Truck Tips Toward Home As Ground Sinks In Point Pleasant

A tree service was trying to remove a tree from the property when the ground gave way, Point Pleasant Police said.

Bicycle Theft, DUI Arrests: Point Pleasant Police Blotter

The Point Pleasant Police Department made six arrests charging people with driving under the influence in February.

Police Training Session Ongoing In Point Pleasant

The training session is going on all morning.

Truck Crashes At Point Pleasant Beach Councilwoman's Property: Report

The truck hit the side of a gym along Route 35 before winding up on the councilwoman's property, the report said.

2 Men Arrested In Separate Point Pleasant Incidents

Point Pleasant police released police blotter for January 2024.

Meet Point Pleasant Police Officers At Coffee With A Cop

Take the opportunity to ask questions and meet the officers who serve Point Pleasant.

Point Pleasant Man Will Remain Jailed Ahead Of Attempted Murder Trial

Authorities allege the man strangled a woman and left her unconscious in 2022, then spent nearly 16 months on the run.

Fugitive Held In 2022 Attempted Murder In Point Pleasant: Prosecutor

Juan Santiago-Rojas was on the run for 16 months; authorities allege he strangled a woman and left her unconscious in 2022.

Police Officers Sought For Summer In Point Pleasant Beach

The police department is accepting applications for Class I and parking enforcement for summer 2024.

Ex-Point Beach Business Owner Admits $1M Vehicle Arson In Wall

Harcourt "Paul" S. Ward of Ward Realty and Insurance in Point Pleasant Beach set fire to the vehicles at a Wall Township site in 2022.

Fake 'Hacker' Scam Warning Issued In Point Pleasant

Police are warning residents of a scam where callers say money needs to be moved to a "safe" account to keep it away from hackers.

Point Pleasant Beach Hiring Class I Police Officers For Summer

The Point Pleasant Beach Police Department is accepting applications for SLEO Class I officers, for people hoping to get started as police.

Fishing Boat Sinks After Removal From Point Pleasant Beach

The commercial fishing vessel Susan Rose sank not far from where it ran aground on Friday, a tug captain said.

Commercial Fishing Boat Runs Aground In Point Pleasant Beach

Three people were rescued from the boat, jumping from the vessel amid strong waves on the beach, reports said.

Point Pleasant Police Issue Warning On Off-Road E-Bikes

Some electric motorbikes are designed for off-road use only, not public roads, police said. Riders require licenses for the off-road types.

Point Pleasant Woman Stole $195K From Employer: Prosecutor

The Point Pleasant resident is accused of forging checks and making unauthorized ATM withdrawals from the Wall company's bank account.

Driver Drunk In Route 35 Crash That Hurt Point Pleasant Pair: Police

The man was driving on a suspended license in addition to being intoxicated, authorities said.

Scammers Posing As Point Pleasant Beach Water Employees

If you get a call claiming your bill is past due and threatening shut-off, it's a scam, police said.

Point Pleasant Police Officer Resigns, Brick Shoplifting Case Resolved

Joshua H. Gunnell received a conditional discharge of the charges and paid restitution, the prosecutor's office said.

Point Pleasant Couple Injured In Head-On Crash On Route 35

The driver of the other vehicle, a Georgia man, has been charged with reckless driving and driving on a suspended license, Wall police said.

Unidentified Body Washes Up In Point Pleasant Beach: State Police

NJ State Police said authorities were working to confirm the identity of the person, who was found nine days after a boater went missing.

Boat Broke Apart At Manasquan Inlet, Pieces Found In Seaside: NJSP

A video from a surf camera captured the moment the boat was hit by a wave and capsized; the search for the missing boater continues.

Missing Boater ID'd As Search Resumes Off Manasquan Inlet

New Jersey State Police said searchers are still trying to find the body of the missing man; the stern of the boat was located Sunday.

Search For Missing Boater Continues In Manasquan Inlet Incident

Coast Guard officials are searching for debris in addition to the missing person from the boat they believe capsized Thursday night.

2 Rescued, 1 Missing After Manasquan Inlet Boat Incident: Coast Guard

The search for the missing person was continuing Friday morning, Coast Guard officials said.

Swimmer Rescued From Rip Current In Point Pleasant Beach

Point Pleasant Beach police said it is the second rescue in 10 days in the borough and urge people to stay out of the water.

Shoplifting Case Continued For Point Pleasant Detective Sergeant

Joshua H. Gunnell, who is suspended, is accused of shoplifting at Walmart in Brick on June 25. Two additional charges were filed.

Crosswalk Upgrades Prompt Traffic Alert In Point Pleasant

The work is being done along Route 88, police said.

Point Pleasant Car Burglary Under Investigation, Police Say

Residents in the Library section of Point Pleasant Beach are asked to check surveillance camera footage from Friday, authorities said.

Ex-Treasurer Stole $100K From Point Beach Fire Company: Prosecutor

The former treasurer is accused of using fire company funds to pay off his credit cards, the prosecutor's office said.

Point Pleasant Detective Charged With Shoplifting In Brick

Detective Sgt. Joshua H. Gunnell, commander of the Point Pleasant Police Detective Breau, was arrested June 25 at Walmart, a report said.

Ex-Point Boro High School Substitute Sent Nudes To Student: Prosecutor

Matthew C. Marinelli, who was fired by the district, is accused of begging the girl to deny the contact and delete photos and texts.

Stay Out Of Ocean Unless Lifeguards Are Present, NJ Authorities Plead

Point Pleasant Beach police shared a message from the Coast Guard, urging people to heed red flags and safety warnings.

DWI Checkpoint Set For Point Pleasant Beach

The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office announced the checkpoint to look for drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Point Pleasant Driver Charged After Fleeing Rt. 88 Road Rage Incident

Jonathan Weydig​, 24, took off after police tried to pull him over; police said he and another driver were blocking Route 88 while arguing.

Firearm, High-Capacity Magazines Seized From Point Pleasant Man: PD

Point Pleasant police released the borough's police blotter for April; a prohibited weapon complaint led to the charge, police said.

Detective Honored On Retirement From Point Pleasant Beach Police Force

Detective Derek O'Neill is retiring after spending much of his career working with the youth of Point Pleasant Beach.

Families Displaced As Fire Rips Through Point Pleasant Inn

Firefighters fought the fire at the inn on Arnold Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach for four hours to bring it under control, officials said.

Police Youth Camp Registration Begins Monday In Point Pleasant

Registration forms will be available at police headquarters. The program is set for July.

Woman Stole $184K From Clients Of Point Pleasant Law Firm: Prosecutor

Donna Frustieri, 55, is accused of writing checks to herself and family from a trust account that held clients' money, the prosecutor said.