WANTED PERSON April 12, 2024, at 10 p.m., Officer Gregory Cannon patrolled the area of Holly Street and conducted a motor vehicle traffic stop. Dispatch confirmed an active warrant for the driver Jason Briones, 21, Freehold, N.J. and he was arrested. Officer Anthony Prisco assisted in the investigation. WANTED PERSON April 13, 2024, at 5 p.m., Officer Paul McMillan patrolled the area of Central Avenue and conducted a motor vehicle traffic stop. Dispatch confirmed an active warrant for the driver Isreal Lujan-Hernandez, 23, from Lakewood, N.J., and he was arrested. Officer Adam Bylsma assisted ..read more

Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful Passover! May this season of freedom bring you peace, happiness, and cherished moments with loved ones. Chag Sameach! ?️✨ Evening of Mon, Apr 22, 2024 – Tue, Apr 30, 2024 #Passover #ChagSameach” The post HAPPY PASSOVER appeared first on Lakewood Police Department ..read more

On Thursday, April 18, 2024, Lakewood Coalition members assisted The St. Vincent de Paul food pantry at the parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe. St. Vincent de Paul serves over 2,000 families monthly, offering support with rental and bill assistance every Monday afternoon. The community appreciates the collaboration, and Fr. Guilherme, the pastor, values the support of LPD. Building connections between law enforcement and the church is crucial, as it addresses daily ongoing needs. SVDP remains dedicated to its mission of serving those in need. —Cori Scotti, Business Administrator. @Parishofourlady ..read more

On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, an initiative by Homeland Security to distribute FREE tourniquet kits to houses of worship. Before receiving the kits, mandatory training was given by LPD Officer Joseph Sandstrom at OEM. #stopthebleed #stopthebleedtraining The post STOP THE BLEED appeared first on Lakewood Police Department ..read more

Lakewood Police Department Police Unity Tour Team would like to thank again Sholom Haft and his company “Aonefun” for his generous contribution to Team Lakewood. Mr. Haft is a continuous supporter of the Police and has donated to Team Lakewood for the past 12 years. Pictured is Mr. Haft and his family as well as Team Lakewood. Joining us this year for the first time is Rhona Richter Trella who is doing support honoring her late grandfather Hartley F Richter a Lakewood Police Officer who passed away in the line of duty on April 10th,1947. Team Lakewood is also honored to ride alongside Lisa Pre ..read more

DWI April 6, 2024, at 3 a.m., Officer Richard Uriarte was dispatched to the area of 6th St. for a vehicle stopped in the roadway. The officer approached the vehicle and the driver was found asleep with the ignition turned on. Octavio Lopez-Santiago, 41, from Lakewood, N.J. was arrested for DWI and charged with related offenses. Officer Anthony Prisco assisted in the investigation. DWI/ELUDING April 6, 2024, at midnight, Officer Sean Capper was dispatched to a carless driver on New Hampshire Avenue. Helene Dzielinski, 36, from Pelican Island, N.J. was arrested for DWI and Eluding. Officers Greg ..read more

NATIONAL PUBLIC TELECOMMUNICATORS April 14 – 20, 2024 The Lakewood Police Department is proud to acknowledge that today marks the beginning of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, from April 14 – 20. LPD commends all public safety telecommunicators for doing an amazing job and thanks you for your hard work in maintaining public safety. Our dedicated staff of PSTs, are the unseen heroes in emergency services and are committed to saving lives 24/7. #NationalPublicSafetyTelecommunicator photos courtesy of TLS The post CELEBRATING THE UNSEEN HEROES NPST appeared first on Lakewood Police ..read more

MVA/DWI March 29, 2024, at 2 a.m., Officer Bryan Vega patrolled County Line Rd and observed a vehicle with a violation. The officer conducted a motor vehicle traffic stop, and Agustin Ramales-Guerrero, 42, from Lakehurst Boro, NJ was arrested for DWI and charged with related offenses. Officers Richard Uriarte, John Ganley, Michael Sheehan, and Michael Milano assisted in the investigation. THEFT March 29, 2024, at 6 p.m., Officer Deon Smith was dispatched to Home Depot to meet with the store’s security staff regarding a subject who had committed multiple thefts in the past and was caught on cam ..read more

?Today In Rememberance of Patrolman Hartley Richter 29 years old Honorably Served the Community of Lakewood Township DOH – January 15, 1946 EOW – April 10, 1947 #rip #endofwatch #thinblueline The post REMEMBERING PTL. HARTLEY RICHTER appeared first on Lakewood Police Department ..read more

? Happy 3rd Birthday to our courageous hero, K9 Kika! ? Let’s celebrate this special day with loads of appreciation—no April Fools’ Day jokes here, just pure admiration for Kika’s bravery and dedication. ? #K9Kika #BirthdayCelebration The post K9 KIKA’S 3rd BIRTHDAY NO APRIL FOOLS DAY! appeared first on Lakewood Police Department ..read more