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Ocean County Vehicle Burglaries: Arrest Announced
According to Manchester Police Department, there were over a dozen vehicle burglaries reported in the Manchester Township neighborhood of Pine Lake Park on Tuesday, September 3.
The suspect was caught in the act on camera surveillance, which the police quickly acquired as evidence. The public was also made aware of this video through a social media post.
Wednesday, September 4th, at approximately 6:30 a.m., was reported to the police by a watchful Pine Lake Park homeowner who saw a suspicious person who fit the suspect's description. The person was recognized by responding authorities as Toms River resident
Cody Diaz, 30.During the investigation, Diaz was found in possession of a stolen bicycle and items taken from the previous day's burglaries, leading to his arrest. Additional evidence was collected, further linking Diaz to several of the reported vehicle burglaries.
Diaz has been charged with multiple counts of burglary, theft, and receiving stolen property. He is currently being held at Ocean County Jail awaiting a detention hearing.
Police encourage the community to stay alert and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. Additionally, please ensure that your vehicles are securely locked to help prevent further incidents.
Anyone having any information regarding additional vehicle burglaries is urged to contact the Manchester Township Police, Detective Richard Conklin at 732-657-2009, ext. 4211. Anonymous tips can be submitted online at www.manchesterpolicenj.com. Tips may also be submitted through private Facebook message.
The charges referenced above are merely accusations and the press and public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
