Law Enforcement

Legislation making its way through the Statehouse in Trenton, which has cleared an Assembly panel, would prevent police from being within 100-feet of a polling place and limit their presence overall at polling places.

While A-5472/S-3565 awaits Governor Murphy's signature, Senator Anthony Bucco and Senator Declan O’Scanlon do support the change but they say it's not enough.

The Jackson Township Police Department is adding to its team of community protectors with the hiring of three new officers.

In Brick, Police were giving drivers pulled over for minor motor vehicle equipment violations, like a brake light that was out, a warning along with a gift card to get the issue fixed and some Christmas candy to sweeten up their day instead of issuing them a ticket.

Whether it's off duty or retired, the instincts of providing protection and safety for the community never goes away.

The Ocean County Sheriff's Office PBA Local 379 is asking for the community to come together and help in raising funds for Detective Phil Sickenger and his family as he battles ALS.

The Toms River Police Public Safety Cadet Unit #137 is currently accepting applications for their program seeking youth ages 14-20 years old.

Your decision to tamper with a police officers food or drink could earn you a ticket to prison if a bill being introduced by Ocean County Assemblyman Ron Dancer becomes law.

There are seven police officers in Monmouth County who went above and beyond the call of duty and their actions are being recognized by The 200 Club of Monmouth County who are presenting them with The Valor Award for bravery and courage.

Toms River Police announced the passing of recently retired K-9 Officer Gunnar (badge #9020) on Friday who went unexpectedly but peacefully at home.

A high school sophomore in Manasquan who has been showing and spreading his show of appreciate for police in the borough has been rewarded.

One of our heroes is heading to the police department in the sky as retired Spring Lake Police Sergeant Steven Blecki has been called home.