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Police and School Staff Face Off in Friday Benefit Basketball Game

Residents are invited to support a good cause on Friday, March 13, when the Manchester Township Police face off against school district staff for a benefit basketball game. The sixth annual benefit game will begin at 7 p.m. in the Manchester Township High School gym. Admission is $5, and will benefit the Rodney Copeland Athletic [...]

By |2015-03-11T20:07:19-04:00March 11th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

7 Vehicle Crash, 3 injured, 1 Driver Flown to Jersey Shore

On Tuesday, March 10, 2015, Manchester Township Police patrol units responded to the area of State Highway 37 and Commonwealth Boulevard for the report of a multi-vehicle motor vehicle accident. Shortly after arrival, it was learned that James F. Hilberg, age 69, of Whiting, was operating his 2011 Jeep westbound on State Highway 37 when he [...]

By |2015-03-11T14:28:25-04:00March 11th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Lisa D. Parker Takes Chief’s Oath, Additional Officers Promoted

Lisa D. Parker became Manchester Township’s sixth Chief of Police Monday morning, taking her oath of office during a promotions ceremony in the Municipal Complex Courtroom. Chief Parker succeeds outgoing Chief Brian J. Klimakowski, who retired Friday following a distinguished 28-year career. Mayor Kenneth Palmer administers the Chief of Police oath to Chief Lisa [...]

By |2015-03-02T21:45:41-05:00March 2nd, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Lisa D. Parker to Become Manchester’s Next Chief of Police

Capt. Lisa D. Parker, a veteran officer with nearly 26 years of service to Manchester Township, will take the oath as Manchester’s next Chief of Police on Monday, March 2, 2015. She will succeed Chief Brian J. Klimakowski, who is retiring after 28 years of exemplary service. Capt. Parker began her law enforcement career in [...]

By |2015-02-24T16:09:56-05:00February 24th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Vehicle Collision Involving Garbage Truck and Ocean County Recycling Tractor Trailer

On Tuesday February 24, 2015, at approximately 10:19 a.m., a green 2000 Chrysler Town and Country was traveling east through the north parking lot of the Wawa in Whiting and made a left turn, colliding with a green 2000 Mack Pinto Brothers garbage truck. That truck then collided with a tan 2000 Ocean County Mack [...]

By |2015-02-24T14:09:15-05:00February 24th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Chief Brian J. Klimakowski Announces Retirement

After a distinguished career in law enforcement that began in 1987, Manchester Township Chief of Police Brian J. Klimakowski has announced his retirement, effective March 1, 2015. Appointed Manchester’s 5th Chief of Police in 2011 after 24 years of service, Chief Klimakowski is a highly decorated public official who has been recognized throughout the state [...]

By |2015-02-13T16:24:22-05:00February 13th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Missing Since 2012, Manchester Animal Control Reunites Dog with Owner

Missing for more than two years from her Whiting home, “Annie,” a black and tan mixed terrier, has been reunited with her owner thanks to the efforts of Manchester Township Animal Control. From left to right, Manchester Township Animal Control Officer Margaret Dellapietro poses with June Nicolaus and Annie. Animal Control Officer Margaret [...]

By |2015-02-13T16:21:06-05:00February 13th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Four Charged in Leisure Village West Burglaries

Manchester Township Police have charged four individuals in connection with a recent string of burglaries in the Leisure Village West community. From December 2014 through February of this year, nine houses in that section of the Township were reported burglarized. Among the proceeds taken were jewelry, silverware and televisions. After a thorough investigation which included [...]

By |2015-02-06T14:01:17-05:00February 6th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

‘The Badge’ Defeats ‘The Bully’ in Charity Wrestling Event

Known by his wrestling name “The Badge,” Manchester Township Police Officer Chris Cerullo participated in a charity wrestling match this past weekend to raise money for the Heroes and Cool Kids mentoring program. Officer Cerullo, who serves as School Resource Officer in the Manchester Township School District, prevailed in his battled against Josh “The Bully” [...]

By |2015-02-04T14:15:56-05:00February 4th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Additional Photos from Whiting Santander Bank Robbery

On Saturday, November 22, 2014, at approximately 10:00 am, Manchester Police responded to the Whiting branch of Santander Bank located at 409 County Road 530 for a report of a robbery. Investigation revealed that a male subject walked into the bank and presented the teller with a note demanding cash. The subject also spoke to [...]

By |2015-02-03T15:32:34-05:00February 3rd, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Suspicious Vehicle Leads to Crack Cocaine Arrest

January 31, 2015, Sgt. Richard Mazza observed a suspicious vehicle parked on Spruce Drive in the Richard Estates section of the Township.  Officer Joseph Fastige and Officer Kyle Rickvalsky arrived to assist. During the investigation, it was learned that the two occupants had outstanding warrants out of Camden City. Westville resident Kimberly Ott, 22, was [...]

By |2015-02-02T21:01:03-05:00February 2nd, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Manchester Township Police Welcomes K-9 Officer Storm

The Manchester Township Police is proud to announce the arrival of K-9 Officer Storm, a 19-month-old German Shepherd who will reside with K-9 Officer Marc Micciulla and assist in patrol operations throughout the Township. Storm arrived at police headquarters on Friday, January 23rd, and is scheduled to attend the New Jersey Police K-9 Association Patrol [...]

By |2015-01-23T21:11:02-05:00January 23rd, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Two Arrested in Manchester on Heroin Distribution Charges

A Point Pleasant woman and a Toms River man face heroin distribution charges after an investigation by the Manchester Township Police Division. Patricia Sholander, 22, of Howe Street in Pt. Pleasant and Brian Price, 24, of Spanish Wells Road in Toms River were charged by Manchester Township Police with distribution of heroin, possession of heroin, [...]

By |2015-01-22T15:49:01-05:00January 22nd, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Chimney Fire Damages Wilbur Avenue Home

On January 6, 2015, at 11:15 p.m., Manchester Township Police responded to a two story structure at 3239 Wilbur Avenue for a possible fire. When Officer Vincent DeRome and Officer Keith Craig arrived on scene, they reported smoke coming from the structure. A short time later they observed flames coming from the wood frame chimney. At [...]

By |2015-01-09T16:17:05-05:00January 9th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Continued Success for Manchester Police Prescription Drug Drop Box

The Project Medicine Drop box at Manchester Township Police headquarters helped to keep 1,473 pounds of unneeded prescription drugs from potentially falling into the wrong hands in 2014. In an effort to help combat the growing drug problems in Ocean County, the Manchester Township Police, in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs, [...]

By |2015-01-09T15:46:54-05:00January 9th, 2015|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Three Men Charged in Connection with Senior Community Burglaries in Leisure Knoll and River Pointe

Two men from Lakehurst and a third man from Toms River have been arrested in connection with a recent burglary spree that took place in the Leisure Knoll and River Pointe communities. Kevin M. Monahan (age 19) of Union Avenue Lakehurst, Frederick C. Monahan (age 33) of Serine Street Toms River, and Justin C. Hall [...]

By |2014-12-16T16:57:22-05:00December 16th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Manchester PBA 246 Grateful for Successful “Dinner with Santa”

Manchester PBA 246 was pleased to partner with members of the community and local businesses to help bring the holiday spirit to children in need during its annual “Dinner with Santa.” More than 170 local children and their families attended the event on Friday, Dec. 12, at the Manchester Township Volunteer Fire Department headquarters. There, [...]

By |2014-12-16T14:43:01-05:00December 16th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Motorcyclist Transported to Hospital Following Collision with Curb

On Dec. 14, 2014, at approximately 11:02 a.m., a black 2012 Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling northbound in the asphalt parking lot in front if the Manchester Township High School located on 101 South Colonial Road. The operator of the motorcycle, 60 year old Anthony F. Spatola of Toms River, was practicing motorcycle riding maneuvers [...]

By |2014-12-15T19:47:02-05:00December 15th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Manchester Officer Receives Certificate of Recognition for DWI Enforcement

On Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014, the Ocean County Traffic Officers Association awarded Manchester Township Police Officer Michael Guarino with the Kimberly Smith-Ames DWI Certificate of Recognition for his unwavering commitment to keeping not only the residents of Manchester Township safe, but also those who pass through it by rigorously enforcing the DWI laws of the State [...]

By |2014-12-15T18:02:46-05:00December 15th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Manchester Police Host County-Wide Technician Training

On Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014, Manchester Township Police held a County-wide training course on the Basic Event Data Recorder (EDR).  The course was hosted by both Kean University and the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office. The training involved more than 30 Traffic Safety Officers from many of the Ocean County municipal Police Departments. The course was instructed by [...]

By |2014-12-12T14:39:45-05:00December 12th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

35 Bags of Heroin Recovered from Vehicle in Pine Lake Park

On Dec. 9, 2014, Manchester Township Police responded to a disturbance call in the Pine Lake Park section of town. Upon Officers arrival, it was learned that those involved in the disturbance had fled the scene in a motor vehicle.  A description of the vehicle was given at which point it was observed leaving the [...]

By |2014-12-11T20:00:02-05:00December 11th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Three-Week Investigation Leads to Drug Charges for Whiting Residents

A three-week investigation by Manchester Township Police Officers led to drug charges for two Whiting residents on Dec. 2, 2014. As a result of multiple days of surveillance throughout Manchester, Toms River, Island Heights and Pine Beach, Manchester Township Police were able to obtain search warrants for a home and vehicle in Whiting. During the [...]

By |2014-12-10T21:27:40-05:00December 10th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Santander Bank Branch in Whiting Robbed

On Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, at approximately 10 a.m., Manchester Township Police responded to the Whiting Branch of Santander Bank located at 409 County Road 530 for a report of a robbery. Investigation revealed that a male subject walked into the bank and presented the teller with a note demanding cash. The male subject also spoke [...]

By |2014-12-10T18:59:45-05:00December 10th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Township Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Manchester Township Police Chief Brian Klimakowski on Dec. 2, 2014, announced the arrest of Modesto Torres, 65, of Manchester.  Torres is charged with one count of Possession of Child Pornography and one count of Distribution of Child Pornography. The arrest stems from an early morning operation by the Ocean County High [...]

By |2014-12-02T18:53:37-05:00December 2nd, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Final Manchester Police Information Session to Focus on Traffic Safety

Residents are invited to learn from Manchester Township’s traffic safety experts how they can protect themselves while on the road during the final “Staying Safe in Manchester Township” information session on Monday, Nov. 17. From 6 to 8 p.m. at the 21 Colonial Drive Ocean County Library branch, Patrolmen Doug Higgins and Antonio Ellis of [...]

By |2014-11-14T15:27:41-05:00November 14th, 2014|Manchester Police News, Uncategorized|0 Comments

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