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  • Burglary and Theft (Shed) – On Monday, November 14, 2016, at 5:28 p.m., Officer George Resetar responded to the 200 block of Oak Lane in Forked River for a report of theft. The victim reported that between 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 12, 2016 and 4:45 p.m. on November 14, 2016, an unknown person or persons entered his shed and stole a 20 inch Stihl 036 Model chainsaw valued at $500. There were no signs of forced.
  • Fraud – On Monday, November 14, 2016, at 4:31 p.m., Officer George Resetar responded to police headquarters for fraud report. The victim reported that she had been alerted that an unknown person or persons had accessed her TD Bank checking account and had made several purchases which included several Uber purchases and airline tickets. The victim reported that she had notified the TD Bank Fraud Department of the fraud and they are investigating the matter. The total amount of fraudulent purchases is estimated at $2600.
  • Criminal Mischief  (Auto) – On Sunday, November 13, 2016, at 11:40 p.m., Officer Elton Copes responded to Applebee’s, located at 404 Route 9 South in Forked River, on an unrelated incident involving an intoxicated male. While in the parking lot, he observed a blue 2013 Hyundai Elantra in the parking lot with extensive damage. Investigation at the scene indicated that an unknown person had smashed out the front and rear windows of the vehicle. In addition, footprints were observed on the roof and hood. The damage to the vehicle is estimated at $1000. The incident is under investigation.
  • Warrant and Drug Arrest – On Sunday, November 13, 2016, at 6:07 p.m., Officer Jesse Dalziel responded to the 800 block of Buena Vista Road in Forked River in reference to a dispute. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 27-year-old Jeni L. McDaniel of Buena Vista Road in Forked River, on an outstanding Ocean County Sheriff’s Department warrant in the bail amount of $1,815.21. Jeni McDaniel was transported to the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of bail. Correctional Personnel located two empty wax folds of heroin that were hidden in her inner clothing. The evidence was collected and processed by Lacey Police Officer Jesse Dalziel. Jeni McDaniel was charged with Possession of Heroin.
  • Criminal Mischief  (Township Property) – On Sunday, November 13, 2016, at 11:30 a.m., Special Officer Adam Bylsma was on patrol when he observed fresh graffiti on several township signs including a “Stop” sign located at the intersection of Pinta Way and Constitution Drive in Forked River, and a “Curb Your Dog” sign located on the 300 block of Bayside East Parkway in Forked River. The signs were painted with white and black spray paint. The damage is estimated $100.
  • Warrant Arrest – On Sunday, November 13, 2016, at 10:48 a.m., Officer Jesse Dalziel conducted a traffic stop in the area of 131 Route 9 South in Forked River. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 46-year-old David A. Paul Jr., of North Maple Avenue in Little Egg Harbor, NJ, on two outstanding warrants. Warrant number one (1) was issued from the Galloway Township Municipal Court in the bail amount of $400 and warrant number two (2) was issued from the North Wildwood Municipal Court in the bail amount of $100.  David Paul Jr., was transported to Police Headquarters and processed. He was released after posting full bail. In addition, David Paul Jr., received traffic summonses for Driving with a Suspended License and Operating an Unregistered Vehicle.
  • Criminal Mischief (Township Property) – On Saturday, November 12, 2016, at 5:39 p.m., Special Officer Adam Bylsma was on patrol when he observed fresh graffiti on a township owned “Watch Children” sign located on the 1500 block of Whitcomb Road in Forked River. The sign was painted with black spray paint. The damage is estimated at $50.
  • Warrant Arrest – On Saturday, November 12, 2016, at 3:50 p.m., Officer Michael Baldasari responded to the 800 block of Michelle Court in Lanoka Harbor in reference to a dispute. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of 69-year-old James J. Peirano of Michelle Court in Lanoka Harbor on an outstanding Rockingham County, New Hampshire no-bail NCIC warrant for Fraud. James Peirano was transported to Police Headquarters and processed. He was  lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility pending extradition to New Hampshire.
  • Theft and Fraud – On Friday, November 11, 2016, at 8:04 p.m., Officer John McKee responded to police headquarters in reference to a theft report. The victim reported that between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on November 11, 2016, an unknown person or persons entered his black 2013 Hyundai Elantra and stole his wallet. The victim reported that the theft either occurred while his vehicle was parked in Gille Park, located at 56 Manchester Avenue in Forked River, or while he was at Retro Fitness, located at 410 Route 9 South in Forked River. The wallet contained various credit cards, health cards, a New Jersey driver’s license, and a Law Enforcement ID. The victim became aware of the theft when he was alerted of an unauthorized purchase at Delta Gas, located at 602 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor. The value of the stolen property is estimated at $50.00. The incident is under investigation.
  • Warrant Arrest – On Friday, November 11, 2016, at 10:25 a.m., Officer Michael Baldasari conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of Walmart, located at 508 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor. Investigation at the scene led to the arrest of the driver, 25-year-old Stacey L. Ray of New Egypt, NJ, on two outstanding warrants. Warrant number one (1) was issued by the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department in the bail amount of $4186,  and warrant number two (2) was issued by the Toms River Township Municipal Court in the bail amount of $500. Stacey L. Ray was transported to Police Headquarters and processed. She was lodged in the Ocean County Correctional Facility in default of bail.