September 4, 2024
WALL TOWNSHIP- On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at approximately 4:06 a.m. Patrolman Tyler Martin conducted a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 70 near Morningstar Road for motor vehicle offenses. The roadside investigation resulted in the arrest of the following people: Armere Caruso, 31, of West Long Branch
Gabriel Marvasi, 26, of Cherry Hill
Daniel Dalziel, 41, of Tinton Falls
All parties were charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Dalziel was also found to have a New Jersey Wanted Persons warrant for his arrest out of the Monmouth County Prosecutors Office for failing to appear in court. Marvasi was released with a future court date. Caruso and Dalziel were transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution pending their initial detention hearing.
Despite these charges, every defendant is presumed innocent, unless and until found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, following a trial at which the defendant has all the trial rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution and New Jersey State Law.
September 4, 2024
FREEHOLD – A local man has been criminally charged with using a former business client’s credit card to purchase items he then resold to another client, a plot that netted more than $200,000, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Wednesday.
Adam C. Kleinwaks, 55, of Manasquan is charged with second-degree Money Laundering and second-degree Theft by Unlawful Taking.
Earlier this year, this matter was referred to the MCPO Financial Crimes and Special Prosecutions Unit by security personnel of a credit-card company. An independent investigation then conducted by members of the Unit revealed that Kleinwaks had been fraudulently using a former client’s credit card to make unauthorized purchases of items costing more than $130,000. Furthermore, the investigation revealed that Kleinwaks, a salesman for a printing company, took the labels for recreational commercial products he purchased and then resold them to another company, receiving more than $200,000 in checks as payment. He allegedly then cashed those checks and made multiple cash deposits into a bank account he controlled.
Kleinwaks turned himself in to authorities last week and was released on a summons, with a first appearance in Monmouth County Superior Court tentatively set for Thursday, October 10.
This case is being prosecuted by Assistant Prosecutor Diane Aifer of the MCPO Financial Crimes and Special Prosecutions Unit. Kleinwaks is being represented by Thomas Huth, Esq.
Anyone with further information about the activities of this defendant is asked to contact MCPO Detective Robert Afanasewicz at 800-533-7443.
Despite these charges, every defendant is presumed innocent, unless and until found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, following a trial at which the defendant has all of the trial rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and State law.
September 4, 2024
ASBURY PARK, NJ (MONMOUTH)–An Asbury Park man is facing charges in connection with an unprovoked stabbing that took place on Labor Day in the same town, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday.On Monday, September 2, 2024, officers from the Asbury Park Police Department responded to the 500 block of Asbury Avenue for a report of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult female victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. Several bystanders were rendering aid to the victim at the time the officers arrived.Travis A. Cavanaugh, 39, was detained at the scene and arrested. He is charged with first-degree Attempted Murder, third-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose (knife), and fourth-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.An investigation by members of the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office – Major Crimes Bureau and the Asbury Park Police Department determined that Cavanaugh approached the victim from behind and began to stab her, continuing until a witness intervened.The victim was rushed to a local hospital and is in critical condition.The investigation is ongoing at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Stephen Cavendish at 800-533-7443 or Asbury Park Police Department Detective James Crawford at 732-774-1300.The case is assigned to Assistant Prosecutor Michael Luciano of the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Bureau. Information regarding Cavanaugh’s legal representation was not immediately available.
Despite these charges, every defendant is presumed innocent, unless and until found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, following a trial at which the defendant has all of the trial rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and State law.
September 4, 2024
TRENTON, NJ (MERCER)–Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed
to add the Historic Potteries site in Trenton, New Jersey, to the National Priorities List of Superfund sites, known as the NPL. Adding the site to the NPL would equip the EPA with the necessary tools to address significant lead contamination affecting residential areas, public spaces, and parks in the East Trenton neighborhood.
“Trenton’s rich industrial history, particularly in pottery manufacturing, has left long-lasting environmental challenges that we must confront head-on,” Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora said. “The EPA’s proposal to add the Historic Potteries site to the National Priorities List will help us to address the lead contamination that has affected our East Trenton community for far too long. We are working to ensure that our residents, especially our children, can look forward to a healthier future. We are committed to partnering with the EPA to make Trenton a safer place for all.”
“Today, the EPA proposed to add the Historic Potteries site in Trenton to the National Priorities List of Superfund sites. Decades of using lead in pottery glazes have unfortunately left contamination in the soil around the East Trenton community,” said EPA Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia. “EPA has already done work to understand and address some of the most immediate risks posed by this site, but the area is large and warrants a much broader investigation under EPA’s superfund program. Listing the Historic Potteries site in the National Priorities List is a crucial step to tackle this legacy contamination and ensure a cleaner, safer environment for residents, students, and future generations in Trenton.”
The proposed site and the surrounding area, which includes the East Trenton and Top Road neighborhoods, have a rich history of pottery manufacturing, which thrived from the 1850s to the 1920s. During this period, over 70 potteries operated, producing various ceramic products.
Lead was widely used in pottery glazes during that time, resulting in widespread soil
contamination. The EPA has been investigating the source of lead contamination in East Trenton since 2018. In 2020, research and field investigations identified historic pottery operations as the likely cause.
In 2023, the EPA sampled soil across residential properties, schools, and parks. The results revealed lead levels exceeding health-based benchmarks, posing significant health risks, particularly to children. This past summer, the EPA installed protective measures over impacted areas discovered at the Ulysses. S. Grant Intermediate School. The EPA will be installing similar protective measures at impacted areas on residential properties and two East Trenton parks over the next several months.
The proposal to add the Historic Potteries site to the Superfund NPL is subject to a 60-day
public comment period. The public can submit comments online or by mail:
• Online (preferred): Visit www.regulations.gov and search “Historic Potteries” or “EPAHQ-OLEM-2024-0374”
• Mail: Send comments to:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA Docket Center Superfund, EPA-HQ-OLEM2024-0374, Mail Code 28221T, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20460
The NPL includes the nation’s most serious uncontrolled or abandoned releases of
contamination. The list serves as the basis for prioritizing EPA Superfund cleanup funding and enforcement actions. Only releases at sites included on the NPL are eligible to receive federal funding for long-term, permanent cleanup.
EPA proposes sites to the NPL based on a scientific determination of risks to people and the
environment, consistent with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act and the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan. Before EPA adds a site to the NPL, a site must meet EPA’s requirements and be proposed for addition to the list in the Federal Register, subject to a 60-day public comment period. EPA will add the site to the NPL if it continues to meet the listing requirements after the public comment period closes and the agency has responded to any comments.
For information about Superfund and the NPL, please visit https://www.epa.gov/superfund.
September 4, 2024
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (OCEAN)–Police say that on September 3, 2024, the Manchester Police Department responded swiftly to a reported incident involving a potential kidnapping in the Whiting section of the Township. At approximately 3:00 p.m., a call was received reporting a female being forced into a vehicle against her will at the Wawa located at 1180 Route 70.
Officer Brian Volk quickly located the vehicle (2005 Black Chevy Tahoe) in question and initiated a motor vehicle stop on County Road 530. The male driver, later identified as 67-year-old Thomas Stevens of South Toms River, refused to provide an explanation or produce his credentials and subsequently fled the scene. Officer Volk, with the assistance of Officer Jason Wiener, located the vehicle once more and attempted a second motor vehicle stop. However, Stevens again refused to comply, leading to the authorization of a motor vehicle pursuit for the suspected kidnapping.
The pursuit extended through Berkeley Township and the Borough of South Toms River, eventually concluding in the Manitou Park section of Berkeley Township. Upon apprehension, Stevens refused to cooperate with officers and was placed into custody.
During the investigation, it was determined that the female passenger was Stevens’ wife, and she was not being taken against her will. Thomas Stevens has been charged with Obstruction of Justice, Eluding, Resisting Arrest, and Hindering His Own Apprehension. He was released on a summons and has been scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
The Manchester Police Department takes all reports of potential kidnapping seriously and remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all community members. 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.