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Press Releases of The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office

Here you can find the most recent, up to date stories going on with our agency.

SENTENCING IN VEHICULAR HOMICIDE TRIAL

Toms River, NJ – Erick Uzcategui, 34, of Manchester, NJ has been sentenced to eight (8) years in New Jersey State Prison, of which by law he must serve 85% of the term before becoming eligible for parole. The sentencing is the result of the vehicular homicide jury... read more

Six Flags Fire

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY – On Monday evening, at approximately 10:07pm, fire personnel from Jackson Mills and Cassville Fire Companies responded to the Six Flags Safari Park reference a reported fire at an animal enclosure, as well as, at least seven brush fires... read more

Sentencing in State Vs. Dennis Conover

Toms River, NJ – Defendant Dennis Conover, 34, of Manalapan was sentenced today by Judge James M. Blaney,J.S.C. to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison with a No Early Release stipulation for the charge of 1st degree Aggravated Sexual Assault concurrent to 3... read more

Prosecutor’s Tips Make Halloween Not So Scary

Ocean County, N.J. – With Halloween approaching at the end of the month, the Office of the Ocean County Prosecutor is reminding parents and their costumed kids in search of treats about some important safety precautions. While Halloween is fun for our children,... read more

Sentencing in Armed Robbery Case

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the sentencing of Ansumani Kamara, 22, of Newark, NJ, for the 1st degree crime of Armed Robbery with a firearm.  The Honorable Wendel E. Daniels, P.J.Cr. of the Ocean County Superior Court sentenced the... read more

Beware IRS Phone Scam Circulating

The Office of the Ocean County Prosecutor received almost a dozen calls from individuals today who have received unsolicited calls from individuals demanding payment while fraudulently claiming to be from the IRS. Based on the 90,000 complaints that the Treasury... read more

Two Arrested in Prosecutor’s Latest Drug Investigation

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced today the culmination of an investigation into drug activity in the Ocean County area. Detectives from the Prosecutor’s Special Operations Group, Northern Enforcement Unit conducted an investigation that resulted in... read more

Lakehurst Man Pleads Guilty to Distributing Graphic Child Pornography Images and Movies

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Lakehurst Police Chief Eric Higgins announced Michael R. Allen, 27, of Lakehurst entered a guilty plea before Judge Francis R. Hodgson Jr., J.S.C., yesterday to second degree Distribution of Child Pornography.  Allen is... read more

Sentencing in Sexual Assault Case

It is only fitting that a sexual assault defendant was sentenced on the day that Ocean County’s newly renovated Children’s Advocacy Center (TINA’S HOUSE) was being dedicated to the memory of Detective Tina Rambo. Defendant Oscar Cordero-Quintero, 39, of Tuckerton was... read more

Ocean County’s Children’s Advocacy Center Dedication Ceremony

OCEAN COUNTY’S CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER – DEDICATED TO MEMORY OF CHILD ABUSE UNIT DETECTIVE *** DEDICATION CEREMONY 9/26 OPEN TO MEDIA *** PRESS WILL BE GIVEN FULL TOUR OF THIS STATE OF THE ART FACILITY Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today... read more

Police Active Shooter Training Drill

 SHOPPING AT JACKSON OUTLETS TOMORROW MORNING – THERE’S NO NEED FOR ALARM  On September 25, 2014 at 8 am, the Ocean County Prosecutors Office will be coordinating a multi-agency Active Shooter Drill at various stores located in the Jackson Outlets. A... read more

Lakewood Woman Sentenced in Sexual Assault Case

Defendant Mary Ellen Deane, 30, of Lakewood was sentenced today before Judge Blaney to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison with No Early Release stipulation concurrent on 5 counts 1st degree aggravated sexual assault concurrent to 7 and 1/2 years on 5 counts 2nd... read more

Special Victims Unit Arrests for Crimes Against Children

On 9/4/14, OCPO Det. Stephanie Bayha and Brick Police Officer Justin Heffernan arrested CYNTHIA A. MARTIN, 36, of Brick.  Martin is charged with Title 9 Child Abuse.  The defendant left a five year old child unattended in a vehicle while she went to Riggers Bar in... read more

Fatal Crash on Rt 539 in Lacey

Lacey Police Department and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office are investigating a fatal crash that took place this morning on Route 539 at M.P.16 in Lacey.  Just before 6 am, Kenneth Busardo, 27, of Barnegat was driving a Cadillac DeVille north bound on Route... read more

Manchester Man Charged with Assault of Infant

Manchester, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Manchester Township Police Chief Brian Klimakowski today announced the arrest of Timothy Montgomery, 33, of Manchester with Endangering the Welfare of a Child (second degree) and Aggravated Assault (third... read more

Defendant Sentenced in Murder for Hire Trial

FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY – On Friday, September 5, 2014, the Honorable Francis J. Vernoia, P.J.Cr., sentenced defendant Jay R. Goldberg, 64, of Little Egg Harbor, NJ, to a 20 year period of incarceration, the maximum sentence permitted by law. The sentencing stems from a... read more

Prescription Drug Drop Off Events Yield 171 Pounds

​Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that the August 14th and 26th Prescription Drug Drop Off Programs sponsored by DART, the Ocean County Health Department, and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office were again a tremendous success. Thanks to the... read more

Body Found in Abandoned Residence

Lakewood Township, N.J. – On August 28, 2014 at approximately 8:32 pm, Lakewood Police received a call from a property manager for a Squankum Road residence stating that there may be a deceased individual inside the residence. The property manager was notified... read more

Toms River Man Indicted in Death of Mocha

Toms River, N.J. – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the return of an indictment by the Ocean County Grand Jury against Clifford Robbins, 75, of Toms River, NJ, charging him with Third Degree Cruelty to Animals. The indictment stems from an... read more

Arrest in Lawn Swastika Carving

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Lakewood Police Chief Robert C Lawson today announced the arrest of Scott F. Cooney, 45, of Lakewood.  Cooney is charged with Bias Intimidation, Harassment and Criminal Mischief.  Judge Francis R. Hodgson, Jr, J.S.C. set... read more

Four Arrested in Narcotics Investigation

 Seaside Heights, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Chief Thomas Boyd today announced the results of an investigation conducted by Detectives from the Prosecutor’s Special Operations Group, Northern Enforcement Unit in conjunction with the Seaside... read more

Arrest in Hazmat Dumping Case

Lacey Township, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Lacey Police Chief David A. Paprota today announce the arrest of Nico Morgan, 24, of Lacey for Second Degree Purposely and Knowingly Causing a Release and Abandonment of Hazardous Toxic Pollutants.... read more

Prescription Drug Drop Off

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that the Ocean County’s Prosecutor’s Office has joined with the DART Coalition, the Ocean County Health Department and the Lakewood Blue Claws to host two prescription drug drop off events this summer at Blue... read more

Sentencing in Vehicular Homicide Case

Toms River, NJ – Today Deborah L. Tadych, 61, of Brick Township was sentenced by the Honorable Francis R. Hodgson, J.S.C. to a 7 year term to NJ State Prison subject to the No Early Release Act. With respect to the Driving while intoxicated charge, the Court imposed... read more

OCPO Asks for Help in Locating Suspect

The below pictured individual, on 06/22/14 at approximately 3 pm, purchased a Rolex Watch valued at $8774 from Gold Fever on Arnold Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach. The man provided the shop sales person false identification to purchase the watch and the credit card... read more

Today’s Sentencings

➢ Donald Campo, 45, of Manchester, NJ was sentenced today before Judge Gizinski on the charge of 1st Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault to 10 years in NJ State Prison (No Early Release), Parole Supervision for Life, Megan’s Law Registration, Nicole’s Law (No... read more

Sex Assault Defendant Sentenced

Defendant Efrain Palacios-Torres, 24, was sentenced on 8/1/14 by Judge Daniels on a charge of First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison, No Early Release Act applies, Megan’s Law Registered Sex Offender, Parole Supervision for... read more

Lakewood Shooting Investigation

On August 2nd at 1206 am, Lakewood Police Department received a 911 call reporting a vehicle crash in the area of 1226 E. County Line Road, Lakewood, NJ. The arriving Officers found a silver 2002 Chrysler Town & County minivan crashed head on into a tree. The... read more

Prescription Drug Drop Off

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that the Ocean County’s Prosecutor’s Office has joined with the DART Coalition, the Ocean County Health Department and the Lakewood Blue Claws to host two prescription drug drop off events this summer at Blue... read more

Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office assists Brick PD in Missing Persons Case

Brick Police are currently on scene investigating a suspicious condition which originated on Gardenia Drive in the Herbertsville section.   On Wednesday evening, Officers were dispatched to a residence on Gardenia Drive for a suspicious condition. Upon arrival the... read more

Ocean County Man Arrested in Latest Narcotic Investigation

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced today the arrest of Edward H. Parkhill, 27, of Lexington Boulevard, Barnegat, NJ on charges of Possession of Heroin, Possession of Heroin with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Heroin with Intent to Distribute... read more

Another Dealer Sentenced in Ocean County Overdose Death

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the sentencing of Rasan S. McGee, 23, of Atlantic City, who pled guilty to Manslaughter and Distribution of Heroin in the April 19, 2013 drug induced death of Steven Janson, 26, of Barnegat, NJ. McGee was... read more

Defendant Found Guilty in Insurance Fraud Trial

TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY – On Wednesday, July 23, 2014, a jury found defendant Edwin Pastrof, 51, guilty of third degree Insurance Fraud for which Pastrof will face between 3 and 5 years in New Jersey State’s Prison. Edwin Pastrof at the time of the crime had a... read more

Sentencing Notice

Rasan McGee sentencing 7/25 (9am) before Judge Hodgson. McGee among 9 charged to date under the Strict Liability statute for causing a drug induced... read more

Defendant Arrested/Charged with Lewdness/Endangering

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Lakewood Police Chief Robert C. Lawson today announced the arrest of Ruperto Marroquin, 20, of Lakewood, NJ, on charges of Lewdness and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The arrest was the result of an investigation... read more

Assistant Ocean County Prosecutor Appointed to NJ Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Advisory Committee

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the appointment of Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Anthony Pierro by Governor Chris Christie to the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Advisory Committee. Prosecutor Coronato stated, “I can go on... read more

Prosecutor Wins Challenge in State vs Yolanda Terry and Teron Savoy • Supreme Court Proposes no Spousal Immunity in Criminal Activity

CONTACT: Al Della Fave • July 22, 2014  • Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office • P.O. Box 2191 • Toms River, NJ 08753 • Phone: (732) 288-7616 • Cellular: (732) 814-7347 Toms River, N.J. – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that his office presented... read more

Defendants Arrested for Crimes Against Children

On 7/17/14, Ocean County Prosecutor Det. Lindsay Woodfield, along with Jackson Township Police Det. Robert Reiff arrested Rebecca L. Smith, 29, of Jackson, NJ on charges of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Title 9 Child Abuse. The 12 year old victim, who is... read more

Trenton Man Charged in “Hello Kitty” Overdose Death

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Stafford Township Chief of Police Joseph Giberson today announced the arrest of Dahmir A. Jones, 23, of Trenton, NJ for the drug induced death of Brendan Novak, 18, of Stafford Township, NJ.  Jones is the eighth... read more

Toms River Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges

Toms River, NJ – On Tuesday, July 15, 2014, defendant John L. Williams, Jr., 48, of Toms River, entered six (6) guilty pleas to various drug charges before the Honorable James M. Blaney, J.S.C. The State was represented by Assistant Ocean County Prosecutor Ehsan F.... read more

Marilu Hedgecoth sentenced for Theft

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced today the sentencing of Marilu Hedgecoth. Marilu Hedgecoth was sentenced on July 10, 2014 to 7 years in State prison and ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $182,530.07 Two weeks into her trial in March of... read more

Life Sentence for Third Strike Defendant

Toms River, NJ – Antonio Jones, 46, of Lakewood, NJ was sentenced by Judge Francis R. Hodgson, Jr.,J.S.C. to a term of life imprisonment without parole under the “Three Strikes Law” (N.J.S.A. 2C:43-7.1) due to the defendant’s prior criminal record.  The... read more

Defendant Found Guilty in Murder for Hire Trial

FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY – On Friday, June 27, 2014, a jury found defendant Jay R. Goldberg, 64, of Little Egg Harbor, NJ, guilty of two first degree crimes for the conspiracy to commit and attempted murder of former Assistant Ocean County Prosecutor Steven N. Cucci. ... read more

Trial in Murder for Hire Plot Begins

FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY – Opening statements in the trial of State vs Jay R. Goldberg, 64, of Little Egg Harbor, are scheduled to begin in Monmouth County Superior Court on Tuesday, June 24, 2014, at 9 a.m. before the Honorable Francis J. Vernoia, P.J.Cr. Goldberg is on... read more

Ocean County Man Arrested On Child Porn Charges

Toms River – NJ, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Manchester Police Chief Brian Klimakowski today announced the arrest of Frank S. Lochwood, Jr, 67, of the Whiting section of Manchester Township, for the Possession of Child Pornography.     On June 18,... read more

Guilty Plea in Vehicular Homicide Case

Toms River, NJ – On Monday (6/16) defendant Deborah L. Tadych, 61, of Brick Township pled guilty before the Honorable Francis R. Hodgson, J.S.C. to one (1) count of Second Degree Vehicular Homicide. Tadych also entered a plea of guilty to Driving while Intoxicated.... read more

Guilty Plea in Ocean County Overdose Death

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that Nicholas Ippolito, 22, of Point Pleasant, NJ pled guilty to Manslaughter and Distribution of Heroin in connection with the December 19, 2013 strict liability drug induced death of Joseph Piezzo, 25, in... read more

Guilty Plea in Sexual Assault

Toms River, NJ – On Thursday (6/12) defendant John J. Davin, 77, of Lanoka Harbor, NJ pled guilty before Honorable Francis R. Hodgson, Jr.,J.S.C. to one (1) count of First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault. Davin will be sentenced in the second degree range. Senior... read more

Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Detectives Receive 200 Club Award

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the selection of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Detectives John Dotto and Brad Frank by the Ocean County 200 Club to receive this year’s 200 Club Valor Award. The detectives will be recognized tonight for... read more

Shop the Ocean County 2014 On-line Auction

Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County 2014 On-Line Auction is scheduled to start Saturday (6/14) and is scheduled to run until Wednesday (6/18). Those interested can go to www.usgovbid.com to see surplus equipment and vehicles. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office will be... read more

Doctor Liviu T. Holca Case Status Update

New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners Obtains Voluntary License Suspension of Ocean County Doctor Accused of Illegally Distributing Narcotic Painkillers NEWARK – The Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners has... read more

Guilty Verdict in Eluding Trial

Toms River, NJ – On Tuesday (6/10) an Ocean County jury found David A. Miller, 59, of Seaside Park guilty of the third degree crime of eluding an officer. Miller could potentially be facing three (3) to five (5) years in New Jersey State Prison, however it is more... read more

Guilty Plea in Burglary Spree

Toms River, NJ – On Monday (6/9) defendant Alihbo C. Rosado, 27, of Lakewood Township pled guilty before Honorable Wendel E. Daniels, P.J.Cr to eleven (11) separate residential burglaries occurring in Lakewood Township, NJ. The guilty plea stems from an investigation... read more

Contractor Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding Sandy Victims in Five Towns

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the arrest of Todd Erickson, 49, of Brick, NJ on the charge of second degree theft. It is alleged that from October 2013 – May 2014, Todd Erickson of T&G General Contractors... read more

Joseph D. Coronato Named Prosecutor of the Year

OCEAN COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT PRESENTED FIVE OTHER PROMINENT AWARDS Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato, Ocean County Prosecutor Off ice members and other law enforcement officers from around Ocean County have been selected by the New Jersey Narcotics Officers... read more

Unlicensed Contractor Arrested for Incomplete Sandy Work

oms River, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the arrest of David Bauer, 43, of Toms River, NJ for one count of 3rd Degree – Theft by Deception and one count of 4th Degree Violation of the Contractor’s Registration Act.... read more

Assistance with Identifying Individuals who aim Lasers at Aircrafts – Up to $10,000 reward

The FBI and The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Seeks the Public’s Assistance with Identifying Individuals who aim lasers at aircrafts up to $10,000.00 Reward Newark – Today, the FBI announced a national campaign to deter people from pointing lasers at... read more

Defendant Sentenced in Commercial Burglaries

Toms River, NJ – On Friday May 30, 2014, the Honorable Wendel E. Daniels, P.J.Cr. sentenced Phillip W. Campos, 49, of Vineland, NJ to 6 years in New Jersey State Prison with a 2.5 year period of parole ineligibility after Assistant Ocean County Prosecutor Ehsan... read more

Mother Charged in Daughter’s Death Enters Guilty Plea

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that Janet Wilson, 54, of Manchester Township, NJ entered a plea of guilty to Second Degree Manslaughter in the death of her daughter Rebecca Wilson. Under the terms of the plea agreement, the... read more

Additional Facts Regarding Toms River Police Shooting

Toms River, NJ – The Office of the Ocean County Prosecutor in continuing the investigation into the Toms River Police involved shooting on May 28 is providing the following additional facts. No further details will be released until the investigation is complete.... read more

First Appearance Scheduled For Granddaughter Charged in Grandmother’s Murder

Katherine Schubert will have a first appearance on the upgraded murder charge today (5/29) at 1:30 pm before Judge Wendel E. Daniels, P.J.Cr.P., in the Justice Complex – 1st Floor Courtroom 12.  Senior Assistant Prosecutor Michael Abatemarco will cover the proceeding... read more

Toms River Police Involved Shooting

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Toms River Police Chief Mitchell A. Little state that the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department and the Toms River Police Department are investigating an incident... read more

Granddaughter Charged in Grandmother’s Assault – Now Facing Murder Charge

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Brick Township Police Chief Nils Bergquist today announced that a murder charge has been filed against Katherine Schubert as a result of the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of her 94 year old... read more

Lakewood Fatality

On Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at 0947 hours, Lakewood Police received several 911 calls reporting a male trapped beneath a bulldozer at 688 Cross Street in Lakewood. Lakewood Police and MONOC 207 responded and found Angel L. Martinez, 67, of Lakewood trapped under the... read more

Ocean County Prosecutor Steps Up Summer Traffic Enforcement – Calls for Zero Tolerance DWI Enforcement

Toms River, NJ – With the start of the busy summer travel season looming, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the continuation of its’ annual countywide DWI checkpoint program.  The program consists of staging numerous checkpoints throughout... read more

Office of The Ocean County Prosecutor Claims Two Prominent New Jersey Women in Law Enforcement Awards

MEDIA WELCOME AT EVENT CONTACT: Al Della Fave Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office  P.O. Box 2191  Toms River, NJ  08753  Phone: (732) 288-7616 Cellular: (732) 814-7347 Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that two Ocean County Prosecutor Off ice... read more

Bayville Man Charged In Stabbing

Berkeley Township, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Berkeley Township Police Chief Karin DiMichele today announced details of an altercation and subsequent stabbing in Bayville yesterday evening. On May 15, 2014, at approximately 8:14 pm, the... read more

LIVE! For 107

Contact: Dee Pellegrino Phone: 732-539-8273 Email: [email protected]   LIVE! For 107 Local Radio Station 107.1FM to Broadcast LIVE for 107 hours straight to help combat the Jersey Shore Heroin Epidemic! 107.1FM, a Press Communications, LLC Radio... read more

Guilty Verdict In State VS Dennis Conover

Toms River, NJ – Defendant Dennis Conover, 34, of Manalapan was found guilty today (5/14) by a jury on one count First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault, one count Second Degree Sexual Assault, and one count Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child.... read more

And The Saves Keep Coming

OCEAN COUNTY’S NARCAN PROGRAM RESULTS IN FOURTH SAVE Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Lacey Police Chief David Paprota today announced the fourth time in less than a month that an Ocean County Officer has saved a heroin overdose victim’s life by... read more

Arrest in Ocean County Overdose Death

PROSECUTOR CONTINUES EFFORT TO HOLD DRUG DISTRIBUTORS RESPONSIBLE FOR DRUG INDUCED DEATHS   Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and South Toms River Police Chief Andrew Izatt today announced the arrest of Jeana Ganun, 34, of South Toms River, NJ in... read more

Ocean County’s Narcan Program Results in Third Save

Seaside Heights, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Seaside Heights Police Chief Thomas Boyd today announced the third time in less than a month that a Seaside Heights Patrolman has saved a heroin overdose victim’s life by administering Narcan... read more

Victim of Heroin Gets Second Chance at Life

Seaside Heights, NJ – For the second time in less than a month a Seaside Heights Patrolman has saved a heroin overdose victim’s life by administering Narcan (Naloxone Spray). The most recent save came just before 3 am this morning when Seaside Heights Patrolman Erik... read more

Ocean County Residents Caught in Child Pornography Cyber Drag Net

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the arrest of four men in Ocean County on charges of Possessing and Distributing Child Pornography. The arrests are the conclusion of a “Cyber Child Pornography Drag Net” cast by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s... read more

Contractor Sentenced in Theft Case

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the sentencing of David K. Haugland, 41, of Stafford Township, NJ.  The sentencing stems from the February 2014 conviction of Haugland in Superior Court by an Ocean County Jury on two counts of second degree... read more

Beachwood Man Indicted in Toms River Bank Robbery

Toms River, N.J. – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the return of a three (3) count indictment by the Ocean County Grand Jury against James F. Bonelli, 33, of Beachwood, NJ charging him with First Degree Armed Robbery of a Bank, Third Degree... read more

Ocean County Superior Court Activity

SENTENCING   Defendant Antonio Guiterrez Arroyo, 34, of Lakewood, NJ  was sentenced today by Judge Hodgson to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison with No early release, Megan’s Law (Registration required), Nicole’s Law (No contact with victim) and Parole... read more

“Operation Growin Up” Results in the Arrest of 10 Suspects and the Seizure of Marijuana, Weapons and Cash

Ocean CountyProsecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced today the arrest of ten (10) individuals as a result of a cooperative multi-jurisdictional investigation conducted by the Prosecutor’s Special Operations Group, along with other federal, state, county and local law... read more

21 Alleged Heroin Traffickers Federally Charged in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey U.S. Attorney’s Office has charged 21 members and suppliers of a large-scale drug trafficking organization allegedly responsible for distributing heroin and cocaine throughout New Jersey’s Monmouth and Ocean counties, U.S. Attorney Paul... read more

Ocean County Fire Investigation Task Force Release Preliminary Mariner Cove Motel Fire Findings

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that the Mariner Cove Motel fire investigation has preliminarily revealed that the fire originated in the 2nd floor designated motel smoking area and was allegedly caused by an improperly discarded cigarette. ... read more

Toms River Teen Charged with Passengers Death in Fatal Crash

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Toms River Police Chief Mitchell Little today announced the arrest of Connor P. Hanifin, 18, of Toms River for Vehicular Homicide.  The arrest stems from the Toms River, Yellow Bank Road fatal accident investigation in... read more

Nasto Terrace Fire Findings

Brick Township, N.J. – The following are the investigative findings of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Arson Investigations Unit reference the residential structure fire at 276 Nasto Terrace in Brick Township on March 16, 2014:   A scene examination was conducted... read more

Barnegat Fireman’s Relief Association Treasurer Arrested for Theft

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced today the arrest of James Docherty, 41 of Barnegat, NJ on charges of Theft and Possession of CDS. On March 11, 2014, the Ocean County Prosecutors Office Special Investigations Unit was notified by President George... read more

OC County Sexual Assault Response Team Coordinator Selected to Serve as Coordinator/Spokesperson

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today proudly announced the selection of Ocean County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Coordinator Rita O’Connor to another important leadership position within the SART/Forensic Nurse Examiners community.   In... read more

Arrest in Ocean County Overdose Death

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato, Brick Township Police Chief Nils Bergquist and Point Pleasant Borough Police Chief Lawrence R. Williams today announced the arrest of Nicholas Ippolito, 22, of Point Pleasant, NJ in connection with an Ocean County overdose... read more

OC Prosecutor/Homeland Security Hosts Training to Prevent Terrorism

Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office will partner with the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness to host a Security Awareness and Vigilance for Everyone (S.A.V.E.) training program. The program... read more

New Egypt Woman Pleads Guilty to Theft

NEW EGYPT WOMAN PLEADS GUILTY TO THEFT   Toms River, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that after two weeks of trial, Marilu Hedgecoth, 54, of New Egypt agreed to plead guilty to the sole count of the indictment, second degree... read more

Lakewood Police Officer Charged with Official Misconduct

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Lakewood Police Chief Robert C. Lawson today announced the arrest of Lakewood Patrolman Jeremy Felder.  Felder is charged with Official Misconduct, a second degree crime.    The arrest is the result of an investigation by... read more

Suspect Arrested in Pt. Pleasant for Alleged Sexual Assault

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Pt. Pleasant Police Chief Lawrence R. Williams today announced the arrest of Jonathan Ivins, 35, of 1107 Lawrence Avenue, Point Pleasant, NJ for allegedly sexually assaulting a fourteen-year-old female.   On 3/3/14,... read more

Office of the Ocean County Prosecutor Produces Interactive Video Aimed at Educating Teens to Dangers of Drugs

Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today released the first in a series of interactive videos aimed at educating high school and middle school students to the dangers of drugs.  The video entitled “Right Turns” was produced at the direction of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s... read more

Acting Attorney General Hoffman Announces Ocean County Pilot Program

TRENTON, NJ – Acting Attorney General John J. Hoffman today announced the launch of a pilot program in Ocean County to provide alternatives to incarceration for some defendants diagnosed with mental health disabilities.   Acting Attorney General Hoffman announced... read more

Guilty Verdict in Lakewood Robbery Case

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced Antonio Jones, 36, of Lakewood, NJ was found guilty on both counts of first degree armed robbery and fourth degree obstruction of the administration of law.  The trial started on Feb. 4,... read more

Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato to Appear at Ocean County Mall “3-D” Event

PROSECUTOR JOSEPH D. CORONATO TO APPEAR AT OCEAN COUNTY MALL “3-D” EVENT Toms River – NJ, Friday (2/21) and Saturday (2/22), is the only days of the year you’re likely to undergo a DUI road stop at center court in the Ocean County Mall in Toms River.  It’s the site of... read more

Parents Charged in Infants Death

Toms River, N.J. – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced that on February 14, 2014, Giovanna Rojas, 32, and Michael Rojas, 37, of Toms River, NJ were arrested and charged with one count of First Degree Aggravated Manslaughter and Second Degree... read more

Arrest in Kidnapping and Sexual Assault

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little today announced the arrest of Steen Tarpley, 48, of Toms River for the kidnapping and sexual assault of a 31 year old Toms River woman.   At approximately... read more

Arrests in Fema Fruad Claim

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced that on February 7, 2014, Ocean County Prosecutor Detective Amanda O’Mara  along with Special Agents Brian McCarthy and Brien Graveline of the Department of Homeland Security Office of the Inspector General... read more

Ocean County Heroin Offensive Continues, Multi-Jurisdictional Investigation Yields Arrests

Toms River, N.J. – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced today arrests in his continued offensive to stop the flood of heroin into Ocean County.  The first of the two operations is the culmination of a two-month cooperative multi-jurisdictional... read more

Man Arrested for Using Facebook to Send Pornography to Underage Females

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Beachwood Police Chief Robert Tapp today announced the arrest of Tyler Anderson, 19, of Cliffside Park, NJ (Bergen County) for allegedly utilizing three separate Facebook accounts to send pornographic materials to... read more

Law Enforcement From Three Counties Join Forces to Stop Tri-County Bank Robber

Ocean County, N.J. – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the arrest of an Ocean County man for a string of seven bank robberies across three New Jersey counties. Steven M. Wisnowski, 30, of Barnegat, NJ has been charged with two counts of 2nd... read more

NEW JERSEY SEX CRIME OFFICER’S ASSOCIATION NAMES OCEAN COUNTY PROSECUTOR DETECTIVE AS ASSOCIATION HEAD

NEW JERSEY SEX CRIME OFFICER’S ASSOCIATION NAMES OCEAN COUNTY PROSECUTOR DETECTIVE AS ASSOCIATION HEAD Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today proudly announced the appointment of Detective I Sandra Rodriguez to the distinguished position of President of the... read more

POLICE SEEK SOUTH TOMS RIVER HIT & RUN DRIVER

POLICE SEEK SOUTH TOMS RIVER HIT & RUN DRIVER The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and South Toms River Police Department are requesting the public’s help in locating a vehicle involved in a Hit & Run accident early evening on Monday. The vehicle has been... read more

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