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11/03/2023

BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP MAN CHARGED WITH
TWO COUNTS OF MURDER
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Barnegat Township Police Chief Keith A. Germain announced that on November 2, 2023, Michael Mulgrew, 34, of Barnegat, was charged with two counts of Murder, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, in connection with the stabbing deaths of his parents, Eugene Mulgrew, 71, and Cheryl Mulgrew, 69, both of Barnegat.
On November 2, 2023, at approximately 11:00 a.m., Officers from the Barnegat Township Police Department were summoned to a residence on Lincoln Avenue to assist medical personnel with performing a mobile outreach at the residence. As the Officers approached the residence, they observed a male walking away. Upon their arrival, Officers noticed red staining - which appeared to be blood - on the front door of the residence. The Officers made entry, and found blood in various areas of the home. As the Officers entered the bedroom, they located the deceased bodies of two victims with apparent stab wounds to their upper torsos. The victims were later identified as Eugene and Cheryl Mulgrew. The Officers also observed a knife in the vicinity of the bedroom.
The male initially observed walking away from the residence was observed in the area of West Bay Boulevard and Gunning River Road by Barnegat Township Police Officers. That individual, later identified as Michael Mulgrew, was taken into custody without incident.
An investigation conducted by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Barnegat Township Police Department Detective Bureau, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, revealed that Michael Mulgrew was responsible for the murders of his mother and father. Mulgrew was charged accordingly and transported to the Ocean County Jail, where he is presently lodged pending a detention hearing.
Prosecutor Billhimer and Chief Germain acknowledge the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Barnegat Township Police Department, Barnegat Township Police Department Detective Bureau, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation leading to Michael Mulgrew’s swift apprehension.
The charges referenced above are merely accusations and the press and public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
R.P.C. 3.6(b)(6).

11/02/2023

DOUBLE HOMICIDE IN BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP
UNDER INVESTIGATION

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Barnegat Township Police Chief Keith A. Germain announced that the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Barnegat Township Police Department and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating a double homicide that occurred on Lincoln Avenue in Barnegat Township.

“The suspect is in custody and there is no danger to the public at this time,” Prosecutor Billhimer stated. “Additional information will be released when it becomes available,” Prosecutor Billhimer concluded.

10/31/2023

10/26/2023

SEASIDE HEIGHTS MAN CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER
TO REMAIN DETAINED PENDING TRIAL

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on October 25, 2023, the Honorable Guy P. Ryan, P.J.Cr.P., ordered that Anthony Collins, 40, of Seaside Heights, shall remain detained in the Ocean County Jail pending trial on charges of Manslaughter and Endangering an Injured Victim in connection with the death of Robert May, 70, of Seaside Heights, on October 1, 2023, in the Borough of Seaside Heights.

Collins has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since his apprehension on October 15, 2023. The detention hearing was handled by Assistant Prosecutor Iva Krasteva.

The charges referenced above are merely accusations and the press and public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
R.P.C. 3.6(b)(6). See less

10/16/2023

SEASIDE HEIGHTS MAN CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on October 4, 2023, Anthony Collins, 40, of Seaside Heights, was charged with the crimes of Manslaughter and Endangering an Injured Victim in connection with the death of Robert May, 70, of Seaside Heights, on October 1, 2023, in the Borough of Seaside Heights.
On September 18, 2023, at approximately 4:00 p.m., Officers from the Seaside Heights Police Department responded to the area of Central Avenue and Sumner Avenue for a report of a fall victim. Responding Officers found a male victim - later identified as Robert May - laying on the ground next to his bicycle. Mr. May was observed to be bleeding from a laceration to his head. Mr. May was initially treated at the scene and refused further medical assistance; he thereafter left the area and returned to his residence. A subsequent investigation by the Seaside Heights Police Department revealed that Mr. May was assaulted by another individual, which caused him to fall off his bicycle and strike his head on the pavement.
On September 18, 2023, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Seaside Heights Police Department received information that Mr. May had been acting erratically subsequent to his fall, resulting in him being transported by the Tri-Boro First Aid Squad from his home to Community Medical Center in Toms River. Mr. May’s condition continued to deteriorate, and he was subsequently transferred to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. On October 1, 2023, Mr. May succumbed to his injuries. A post-mortem examination conducted on that date by the Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the cause of Mr. May’s death to be blunt force injury resulting from the assault which occurred in Seaside Heights on September 18, 2023, and the manner of his death to be homicide.
A continuing investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit and Seaside Heights Police Department determined that Collins was, in fact, the individual who assaulted Mr. May on September 18th, ultimately resulting in his death.
On October 4, 2023, a warrant was issued for Collins’ arrest, and his name was entered in the National Crime Information Center database. On October 15, 2023, Collins surrendered himself at Seaside Heights Police Department Headquarters. He was transported to the Ocean County Jail, where he is presently lodged pending a detention hearing.
Prosecutor Billhimer commends the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Seaside Heights Police Department Detective Bureau, Seaside Heights Police Department, Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office, and United States Marshals Service, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation.
The charges referenced above are merely accusations and the press and public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
R.P.C. 3.6(b)(6).

10/07/2023

Bayville-Cranmer Ave. Dwelling Fire at an abandoned residence.

10/01/2023

🚨MISSING PERSON🚨
The Manchester Township Police Department would like assistance in locating 25-year-old Kevin Coyle, who was last seen on September 30, 2023 in the area of County Road 571 and State Highway 70 in Manchester, NJ. Kevin was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, black pants, and camo slip-ons.
Numerous investigative steps have already been taken to locate Kevin; however, his location remains unknown at this time.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts are asked to contact us at 732-657-6111.

09/30/2023

The escaped convict who ran away from state custody has been apprehended. On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, the Mount Laurel Police were notified of an inmate who escaped from the custody of the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) while assigned to a work detail in Mount Laurel Township. The inmate, Edward Berbon, was assigned to a halfway house at the time.
Mr. Berbon was in custody for attempted murder since 2005 and was scheduled to be released on February 12, 2024.

09/28/2023

We are saddened to learn about the passing of Jenkinsons Aquarium's oldest resident Luseal.

09/27/2023

Wanted Inmate:
On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, the Mount Laurel Police were notified of an inmate who escaped from the custody of the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) while assigned to a work detail in Mount Laurel Township. The inmate, Edward Berbon, was assigned to a halfway house at the time.
Mr. Berbon was in custody for attempted murder since 2005 and was scheduled to be released on February 12, 2024.
Mr. Berbon’s photograph is attached. He is described as approximately 6’00” and 250 lbs. with blue eyes and brown/gray hair.
The Mount Laurel Police Department is asking the public to contact the NJDOC Special Investigation Unit – Fugitive Unit at 1-800-523-3829 with any relevant information.
Dial 9-1-1 if you see Mr. Berbon in person.
Further information regarding Mr. Berbon’s status can be located on the NJDOC website at:
https://www20.state.nj.us/DOC_Inmate/details?x=1054994&n=0
All media inquiries are referred to the New Jersey Department of Corrections.
Any comments or questions can be sent to [email protected].