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12-Car Burglary String Reported in Ortley Beach; Mainland T.R. Sees Catalytic Converter Thefts





The suspect vehicle in a strong of stolen cars in Toms River. (Photo: TRPD)

The suspect vehicle in a strong of stolen cars in Toms River. (Photo: TRPD)

Both mainland and island neighborhoods of Toms River have been affected by automotive burglars and thieves over the past week, with the most recent incident having played out of the last 48 hours and Ortley Beach residents having been specifically affected last week.

Over the last 48 hours, unknown suspects cut the catalytic converters from six vehicles on Colonial Drive, Curtis Place, Morristown Drive, Ivan Court and Hilltop Drive, according to s statement from police. The victim vehicles included: a Kia Soul, Kia Sorento, Kia Sportage, two Volkswagen Jettas and a Honda Accord



Police said the only surveillance footage available was a low-quality photo that depicts a white SUV which is believed to be a suspect vehicle.



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Anyone with information pertaining to the theft investigations may contact Detective Bucci at 732-349-0150, extension 1300.

Ortley Auto Burglaries

Police are also still investigating a string of auto burglaries that have recently taken place in Ortley Beach. According to the Ortley Beach Voters and Taxpayers Association, police told residents of the barrier island neighborhood of 12 vehicles that were affected between Feb. 22 and 24.

They occurred at:

2/22/24 @ 4:50AM – 7:30AM
432 Harding Ave
Unlocked vehicle entered. No proceeds
2/22/24 @ 3:34AM – 8:05AM
453 Coolidge Ave
Unlocked vehicle entered. No proceeds
2/22/24 @ 10PM – 8:50AM
1695 Bay Boulevard
Unlocked vehicle entered. Stolen tablet and gift cards.
2/22/24 @ 10PM – 8:30AM
322 Coolidge Avenue
2 unlocked vehicles entered. Stolen purse.
2/22/24 @ 2:36AM – 10AM
304 Coolidge Avenue
Unlocked vehicle. No proceeds.
2/22/24 @ 10PM – 1140AM
1806 Bay Blvd
Unlocked vehicle. No proceeds.
2/22/24 @ 8PM – 7AM
1835 Washington Ave
Unlocked vehicle. Ray Ban sunglasses stolen.
2/22/24 @ Midnight – 8AM
309 Eighth Avenue
Unlocked vehicle. No proceeds.
2/23/24 @ Midnight – 8AM
451 Coolidge Avenue
Unlocked vehicle. No proceeds.
2/23/24 @ 3PM – 3PM
419 Harding Avenue
Unlocked vehicle. Spare change removed.
2/23/24 @ 4PM – 4PM
1730 Washington Avenue
Unlocked vehicle and possible shed. Proceeds = $30 worth of change.
2/22/24 @ 4AM
429 Coolidge Avenue
Unlocked vehicle. Registration card.
According to Toms River police, ways to prevent vehicle theft include but are not limited to:
  • Parking in well-lit areas close to public entrances.
  • Regularly moving your car’s spot or use a closed garage.
  • Installing an anti-theft device.
  • Installing motion-sensitive lights and cameras in your parking area.
  • Painting your catalytic converter to deter buyers.




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