Did you know there is an elite team of officers working undercover every day in Toms River making sure we get as many drugs off our streets as possible? While most are sleeping, these officers are conducting survellience and making arrests! In 2020 so far our Special Enforcement Team, or SET, has made 119 arrests, [...]
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of newly retired K-9 Officer Gunnar. K-9 Gunnar #9020 unexpectedly but, peacefully passed away at home today. K-9 Gunnar was given an honorable send-off by ambulance from his residence to the veterinarian. During his final patrol, he was surrounded by family and escorted by members [...]
Please join us in welcoming our newest Class II Officer Bridgette Badalis. Welcome to our TRPD family!
The Toms River PBA 137 is excited to announce their 30th Annual Vest-A-Cop fundraiser. Join us as we celebrate under the Pine Belt tent at Pizza Hut on Route 37 in Toms River. Keeping with tradition, the event will be held on the last Monday in September from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Toms River [...]
Every year our officers are invited to the Toms River Township Youth Camp for a water gun battle. Although this year the restrictions made it a little different, we all still had a blast! Click link to see all the fun! 2020 Water Gun Battle - HD 1080p To view videos from previous years please [...]
For all of our K-9 Officers over the years, happy National Dog Day!
It was so exciting to meet (future) Officer Vinnie! https://www.facebook.com/1669486311/posts/10216350987361840/?extid=KOoP02qtg5YEl3m3&d=n
Yesterday morning between 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM TRPD dispatchers fielded over 300 calls for service. Calls included (but not limited to) trees down, wires hanging/arching, traffic lights out, transformer issues, road hazards, smoke conditions and more. We want to take a minute to thank our dispatchers, patrol officers, police staff and detectives, park security, [...]
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has received reports of individuals receiving unsolicited seeds through the mail from China. Unsolicited seeds could be invasive, introduce diseases to local plants, or be harmful to livestock. Sometimes the seeds are sent in packages stating that the contents are jewelry. Here's what to do if you receive unsolicited [...]
Last night Mayor Hill presented Officer Mark Nater with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of great customer service for his part in resolving an ongoing issue in the Green Island section of town. Officer Nater worked with the neighbors to come to an amicable solution. Well done Officer Nater!