Man Who Stole $1.3M From Toms River Auto Dealership Sentenced

Martin D'Amato created fake ad agencies and billed the dealership for ads that never appeared, paid for ads, then sent funds to himself.

Paralegal Stole $75K From Toms River Law Firm's Client, Prosecutor Says

The woman wrote checks to herself and to family members using her access to the client's money, authorities said.

Neighbor Saves Family From Burning Toms River Home

Two adults, a 17-year-old, a 9-month-old baby and the family dog escaped thanks to the neighbor's quick actions, the homeowner said.

Woman 'Fiercely Loved And Believed In You', Family Says Of Toms River Crash Victim

Ashli Crespo Galanos had been married less than a year before the Sept. 11 crash on Hooper Avenue that killed her and another woman.

Pedestrian Killed In Toms River Crash, NJ State Police Records Show

The crash on Saturday night partially closed Fischer Boulevard, the Ocean County Sheriff's Office said.

2 Women Killed, Man, 4-Year-Old Boy Injured In Toms River Crash

The crash closed part of Hooper Avenue near Fischer Boulevard for about four hours, authorities said.

Driver Was Drunk, Going 94 MPH As Airborne Car Traveled 189 Feet In Lakewood Crash, Prosecutor Says

Prosecutors identified the woman killed in the May crash as a Monmouth County resident.

Man Pleads Guilty To Having Sex With A Child In Norway, US Attorney Says

The Manchester Township man flew to Norway in December 2023 to have sex with a 14-year-old girl and was talking to her about another trip.

NJ Man Shot NBA Star's Sister Dead While She Was On The Ground In The Parking Lot, Witness Says

Toraya Reid was found on her back next to her vehicle shot to death, court documents say. Witnesses heard the gunshots.

Motorcyclist From Toms River Dies After Crash In Lakewood, Police Say

The man suffered grave injuries after being thrown from his motorcycle in the crash on Shorrock Street, police said.

Woman Shot Dead In Ocean County Is NBA Star's Sister, Reports Say

Toraya Reid 28, was shot and killed by her boyfriend outside a Jackson apartment complex, authorities say.

Woman Shot To Death In Ocean County, Man Charged With Murder, Prosecutor Says

They had reportedly been dating, prosecutors said.

New Details Revealed In Drunk Driving Crash That Killed Road Worker In Toms River

Douglas P. Smith was arrested at a woman's apartment after she and a second woman denied seeing him, according to court documents.

Driver Who Killed NJ Road Worker Had Drug Mix, Alcohol In His Blood, Prosecutor Says

The man had nearly twice the alcohol limit plus cocaine, fentanyl and meth in his blood in the fatal Toms River crash, authorities said.

Teen Killed In Parkway Crash In Toms River

The 18-year-old from Toms River died after his car hit a tree, state police said.

Swimmer Dies After Being Pulled From Ocean At Jersey Shore, Police Say

The North Jersey resident was found in the water off Lavallette, police said. Lifeguards are not on duty at most beaches at the shore.

NJ Grocery Store Chain Sold Spoiled Beef, Poultry, Agrees To $75K Fine, Officials Say

Ocean County officials said the company had stamped beef and poultry as freshly packaged when it was near or past expiration dates.

Couple Argued Over Truck Before Man Hit, Killed Woman In Ocean County, Prosecutor Says

The couple had been in a "highly toxic and abusive relationship" that led to what his attorney called "a horrible accident."

18-Year-Old Indicted In High-Speed Route 37 Crash That Killed Toms River Woman, Injured Husband

The teenager was driving 76 mph at the time of the May crash near the bridge to Seaside Heights, authorities said. He fled after the crash.

Trooper Cleared In Motorcycle Crash That Killed Toms River Man

A state grand jury declined to charge the New Jersey State trooper in the 2024 crash on Route 70 in Southampton, the attorney general said.

1 Swimmer Dies, 4 Rescued From Rip Currents In Seaside Heights, Authorities Say

The people were swimming after lifeguards had left for the day, the reports said. Rip current warnings have been high for several days.

South Toms River Man Was High When He Hit, Killed Pedestrian, Prosecutor Says

Marie Bellavista, 57, was found dead in the road after she was hit early on June 7, authorities said.

Beachwood Man Sentenced To Prison In Fatal High Speed Crash Where He Was Drunk, High

The man was driving 86 mph at the time of the crash, authorities said.

Man Arrested In Health Care Worker's Stabbing In Toms River, Police Say

The Ocean County man had been sought for more than a week before his arrest.

Apartment Complex Shooting Under Investigation In Toms River: Police

Police are seeking the public's help regarding a late-night shooting Monday in the Winteringham Village apartment complex.

Toms River Man Had Child Sex Abuse Images On USB Drive, Prosecutor Says

A tip about someone uploading child pornography images to the internet led to the man's home, authorities said.

Man Sought In Aggravated Assault, Toms River Police Say

Christopher Therien was being sought in an aggravated assault, police said.

Drunk Driver Kills Road Construction Worker On Jersey Shore Thoroughfare, Authorities Say

Authorities say the driver showed signs of impairment and they are awaiting lab results.

Body In 'Advanced State Of Decomposition' Found After Wellness Check In South Toms River

A haz-mat team responded due to the advanced state of decomposition, the police chief said.

Toms River Man Had Child Porn On His Phone, Prosecutor Says

The man has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse material, authorities said.

Man Indicted In Wife's Slaying In South Toms River

Gustavo Juarez-Perez told a dispatcher he had killed his wife on March 8; the children were in the next room, authorities said.

Marijuana Distribution Probe Leads To 2 Arrests In Beachwood

The men were charged with maintaining and operating a drug production facility in addition to distribution, police said.

As Dog Bites Skyrocket In Ocean County, Health Officials Urge People To Be More Careful

The number of dog bites reported in 2025 already exceeds the number reported in 2024. Officials are urging people to be safer around pets.

Woman Faces Weapons Charges After Stolen Handgun, Rifle Found In Toms River Home: Police

Toms River police had been called to the home about a disorderly persons incident and learned about the weapons, authorities said.

Woman Hits 2 Men With Vehicle In Toms River Parking Lot, Takes Off, Prosecutor Says

One of the men was critically injured; the woman was arrested, authorities said.

Man's Video 2 Weeks After Fatal Route 37 Crash Shows Him Driving 122 MPH, Prosecutor Says

The defendant posted the video to Snapchat showing himself driving at high speed, prosecutors say. His attorney suggested he was hacked.

'Sneakers And Socks Blown Off His Feet': New Details In Fatal Jersey Shore Lightning Strike

The man was undergoing CPR when first responders arrived. The strike happened during a Cub Scout outing at an archery range, police said.

1 Killed As Multiple People Struck By Lightning In Jackson

The victims range in age from 7 to 61 years old, Jackson Police Chief Matthew Kunz said.

Man Sentenced In Cocaine Distribution In Toms River

Detectives saw an apparent drug deal happening and when they approached, saw cocaine in the vehicle in plain sight, authorities said.

'They're Not For Us. Go Go Go': Fatal Route 37 Crash Trip 'Filmed For Clout', Prosecutor Says

Videos shared on Snapchat show the 3 in the car mocking police as they sped along Routes 35 and 37 before the March crash, officials said.