Neighbor News
Teens set fire in woods near Toms River school
Dog-walkers and others witnessed 3 teenagers from Brick leaving scene in Silverton; high wind gusts could have led to a major wildfire
Police were called to investigate a report of three teenagers from Brick starting a fire in a wooded area next to Silver Bay Elementary School on Monday afternoon. Witnesses included local teens who identified the alleged perpetrators.
The fire was extinguished by a Toms River adult who had been walking his dog in the woods. Winds gusts at the time were up to 50 MPH.
Anyone else with additional information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Toms River Police Department at 732-349-0150. Informants' names will be kept confidential.
