Resident's Car Taken Without Permission: Manalapan Police

MANALAPAN, NJ — There were several thefts reported in the township last week, including by someone whose car was taken without permission.

On Sunday, July 30, a township resident, 55, told police that a 50-year-old Manahawkin resident took the victim’s vehicle without consent. The vehicle was then recovered by the Stafford Township Police Department. Patrolman Edward Burns handled the report.

Police reported other incidents of theft:

• On Saturday, July 29, a township resident, 54, reported that an unknown person removed tools, valued at approximately $1,000, from the driveway of a Fawn Run residence. Patrolman Justin Barbuto handled the report.
• On Monday, July 31, a township resident, 67, told police an unknown person removed a credit card and $130 in cash from their wallet while it was secured in a locker at the Jersey Strong Gym, 300 Gordons Corner Road in Manalapan. Patrolman Michael DeCristofaro handled the report.
• On Wednesday, July 26, a township resident, 41, reported that an unknown person stole a purse at the Manalapan Township Recreation Center, Route 522 in Manalapan, and attempted to make online purchases using the victim’s credit card. Patrolman Christopher Capuzzo handled the report.
• On Wednesday, July 26, a township resident, 56, told police that an unknown person, purporting to be a Pay Pal representative, defrauded the victim in the amount of $490. Patrolman Thomas Butz handled the report.

All incidents are being investigated by police.