Ocean County Phone Scam May Lead to Theft by Deception Charges
Officials from the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office have warned residents about a phone scam currently being run in the area. The newest of these phone scams involves Jersey Central Power & Light. According to reports, the person calling tells the victims they are behind on their electric payments and if they don't immediately pay the bill, their power will be shut off. The scammers insist that victims must call 1-866-996-9725, ext. 3500 and ask for Lucas, after which payments of $500 ...
Lavallette Police Charge Man with Aggravated Assault, Resisting Arrest
After a reported home invasion in Lavallette, New Jersey, a local man has been charged with aggravated assault, resisting arrest, and burglary. According to authorities from the Lavallette Police Department, they were contacted regarding a break-in at a borough home shortly before 10:00 p.m. on Monday. When officers arrived on the scene, the homeowners said a man forced his way into their residence and "confronted them in their living room." After being told direction in which he fled, ...
Manchester NJ Contractor Accused of Theft from Sandy Victims
A contractor from Manchester, New Jersey has been charged with theft after allegedly stealing $75,000 from victims of Super Storm Sandy. According to officials from the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office, 45-year-old Darin Smith is accused of accepting money from four separate homeowners and subsequently failing to make the repairs to which he committed. Smith, who is from the Whiting, on the west side of Manchester Township in Ocean County, was taken into custody on Wednesday, October ...
Toms River Man Accused of Burglary at Same Local Business
Authorities say a Toms River man committed two separate burglaries at a local deli in Ocean County. The man is now facing numerous criminal charges, including burglary, theft, and criminal mischief. According to police, 29-year-old Toms River resident Kevin Soloman was arrested on September 27th in connection with a burglary incident that occurred at The Greek Spot in Ocean Township three days prior. After his first court appearance, Solomon was released on his own recognizance. The ...