On June 30, 2026, the Manchester Township Police Department had the honor of recognizing Sergeant Robert Sharry as he retired after 29 years of dedicated service to our department and community. Rob's law enforcement career began as a Special Law Enforcement Officer with Lacey Township, Point Pleasant Beach, and Manchester Township before joining our [...]
Earlier this week, the Manchester Township Police Department had the honor of recognizing Detective Richard Conklin as he retired after more than 25 years of dedicated service to our department and community. Rich began his law enforcement career as a Special Law Enforcement Officer in Seaside Heights before serving with the Lakehurst Borough Police [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Patrolman William Kavanagh. Patrolman Kavanagh was officially sworn in during the Manchester Township Council Meeting on June 8, 2026. Joining him for the ceremony were Mayor Joseph Hankins, members of Township Council, Chief Antonio Ellis, members of the Manchester Township Police Department command [...]
Members of the Manchester Township Police Department proudly joined with law enforcement agencies from throughout Ocean County on Friday, May 15, 2026, to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the line of duty at the 35th Annual Ocean County Law Enforcement Memorial Day observance. . Today, we honored and [...]
The #ManchesterGivesBack Blood Drive returns on July 22, 2026! Please consider donating if you're able by signing up at the following link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=ManchesterPBA Additional details are available in the attached event flyer. Please share!
Joined by Manchester Township's elected officials and Congressman Christopher H. Smith, Chief Antonio Ellis this week was proud to unveil Manchester Police Department's ten new vehicles, funded with no municipal tax burden through the Byrne Discretionary Grant Program! Several years ago, then-Chief Robert Dolan identified a serious concern as many vehicles in the department's [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make our first-ever 9 Run Run 5K and Color Fun Run, held on Saturday, April 18th at Manchester Township High School, such an incredible success! The energy and positivity from our runners, families, and all participants made for [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is pleased to announce the promotion of Detective Michael Steffen to Sergeant, the lateral transfers of Sergeant Joseph Fastige to Detective Sergeant and Patrolman Nicholas Greenwood to Detective, and the hiring of Patrolman Anthony Irizarry during a ceremony attended by Mayor Joseph Hankins, members of the Township Council, police administration, [...]
Stay Informed with Manchester Township Emergency Alerts! Manchester Township is upgrading our emergency notification system. As Nixle sunsets in June 2026, we are launching ReGroup — our official alert system designed to keep residents informed during critical situations. Sign up today to receive alerts for: • Road closures & traffic advisories • Emergency incidents [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II Rachel Morris, who took her oath of office before Mayor Joseph Hankins during the March 9, 2026, Manchester Township Council meeting. SLEO II Morris was born in Lakewood and grew up in Manchester Township. She graduated [...]
On March 4, 2026, we had the honor of celebrating the retirement of Corporal Michael Terranova from the Manchester Township Police Department, surrounded by his co-workers, friends, and family. Cpl. Terranova joined the Manchester Township Police Department in 2003 after previously serving with the Seaside Heights Police Department. Over the past two decades, he [...]
Chief Antonio Ellis is proud to announce the promotion of Christian Nazario to the rank of Lieutenant during a ceremony held on February 4, 2026. Mayor Joseph Hankins had the honor of administering the Oath of Office to Lt. Nazario in the presence of family, friends, police, and township personnel. “As a proven [...]
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On Thursday, January 22, at approximately 10:31 a.m., officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to 371 Gable Circle in the Suncrest Village Apartment Complex for the report of a structure fire. When officers arrived on scene, they observed flames and smoke emanating from the second-floor apartment, as well as the attic area of [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department held a retirement ceremony honoring Lieutenant Paul Bachovchin, marking the conclusion of 27 years of dedicated service. The ceremony was attended by members of the Manchester Township Police Department, Mayor Joseph Hankins, Township Council members, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer, and, of course, many friends and family, all in recognition [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Patrol Officer Ashley Ventura, who took her oath of office, administered by Mayor Joseph Hankins, during the December 15, 2025, Manchester Township Council meeting. Ptl. Ventura, 28, was born in Jackson Township to parents Jennifer and the late Robert Ventura, who proudly served [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Patrolman Donald Miller, who took his oath of office during the November 10, 2025, Manchester Township Council meeting. Ptl. Miller, 36, grew up in Brick Township, where he attended Brick Memorial High School and graduated in 2008. After graduation, he attended Kean University, [...]
On Sunday, October 26, 2025, at approximately 10:20 p.m., members of the Manchester Township Police Department responded to 5 Darien Court, in the Whiting section of town, for a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, officers observed a single-family residential structure, fully engulfed in flames. All occupants of the residence were safely evacuated. Residents [...]
On Friday, October 10, 2025, at approximately 3:50 p.m., members of the Manchester Township Police responded to the Silverwoods Community for a report of a vehicle that struck a residence. Upon arrival, officers located a 2011 Toyota Highlander with extensive front-end damage, which caused significant damage to the residence. The driver and passenger of the [...]
The September 22, 2025, Township Council meeting featured a proud moment for our department, as Chief Antonio Ellis accepted a Certificate of Re-Accreditation presented by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police through its New Jersey Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission. "In the case of the Manchester Township Police Department, they had a remarkable [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is proud to share that our first-ever K-9 “Pawsta Dinner”, held on September 14, 2025, was a tremendous success. The evening brought our community together in support of the Manchester Township Police K-9 Unit and raised thousands of dollars that will directly benefit our program by funding equipment, training, and [...]
On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at approximately 12:33 p.m., officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash involving two vehicles at the intersection of State Highway 70 and Woodview Drive. Multiple injuries were reported at the scene. Upon arrival, officers observed a 2021 Hyundai Elantra with extensive damage to the [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Patrolmen Tyler O’Brien and Colin Geraghty, who took their oaths of office during the August 11, 2025, Manchester Township Council meeting. Taking his oath first was Ptl. O’Brien, 29, who began his law enforcement career in 2018 with the Seaside Park Police Department. [...]
On July 30, 2025, at approximately 1616 hours, emergency services were dispatched to Hidden Lake located in the Whiting section of Manchester Township, following a report of a 16-year-old male in the water, unconscious and of unknown respiratory status. Responding agencies included the Manchester Township Police Patrol Division, Manchester EMS, Whiting Volunteer Fire Company, and [...]
In response to increased complaints involving noise disturbances and trespassing, the Manchester Township Police Department—working in coordination with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, Toms River Police Department, and Berkeley Township Police Department—has launched coordinated enforcement efforts targeting unauthorized activity at the Heritage Minerals property (formerly known as the ASARCO site) this past weekend. The 7,000-acre [...]
In response to increased complaints involving noise disturbances and trespassing, the Manchester Township Police Department—working in coordination with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, Toms River Police Department, and Berkeley Township Police Department—has launched coordinated enforcement efforts targeting unauthorized activity at the Heritage Minerals property (formerly known as the ASARCO site) this past weekend. The 7,000-acre [...]
It is with great pride that Chief Antonio Ellis and the Manchester Township Police Department congratulate the graduates of the 2025 #YouthPoliceAcademy! This annual summer program, held this year from June 30-July 3, 2025, introduced students from grades 6, 7 and 8 to the law enforcement profession and taught them what it means to be [...]
The Manchester Township Police Department is pleased to announce the promotion of Detective Patrick Cervenak and Ptl. Jason Wiener to Sergeant, the designation of Corporal to Ptl. Robert Maccaquano, and the lateral transfer of Ptl. Thomas Chant to Detective during a June 18, 2025, ceremony in the Municipal Complex Civic Center. In attendance was Chief [...]
On Monday, June 16, 2025, at approximately 7:50 AM, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash in the area of County Route 571 and Beacon Street. Upon arrival, officers observed a red 2013 Volvo S60 and a gray 2017 Chevrolet Camaro with extensive front-end damage obstructing [...]
On Friday, June 13, 2025, at approximately 5:53 pm, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the area of State Highway 70 and Ridgeway Road, to investigate a motor vehicle crash involving three vehicles. Upon arrival, officers observed a blue 2009 Ford Expedition, facing south in the intersection with extensive front-end damage. Additionally, [...]
