A Father Has Been Charged with Murder of his 6-year-old Son in Barnegat
March 9, 2022In Toms River, a Homicide Investigation is Underway After a Shooting Victim Arrives at Community Medical Center
March 11, 2022
Police Force the Door Open
According to the Toms River Police Department, at around 10:20 a.m. on Thursday, March 10, 2022, police units were alerted to the Motel 6 on Route 37 for a reported disturbance in progress involving a barricaded suspect in possession of a weapon. Officers attempted to engage with the man and deescalate the situation when they arrived.
Unfortunately, discussions failed, and the man began slashing his throat with a box cutter and knife. Officers forced their way into the room to prevent him from harming himself any further.
As authorities hauled him into custody, he continued to fight with them. He was taken to Jersey Shore Medical Center due to the severity of his self-inflicted injuries, where he underwent surgery and is listed in critical but stable condition.
According to Police Chief Little, "these types of calls are becoming increasingly regular and harmful to all parties involved. I'd want to thank all of the officers for their heroic efforts in preventing a tragedy, as well as their composure and professionalism during this this extremely dangerous incident.
