Crime & Safety
Police: Forked River Resident Beaten by Robbers
Two white males made a forced entry into the home, punched the victim several times and stole a small amount of cash
A Forked River resident reported a robbery of his Thomas Lane home after he was beaten by the suspects, police said.
At approximately 3:58 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 28, police responded to the home.
The victim, whose name is being withheld, reported that at 2:45 p.m. two white males pushed their way into his house and punched him several times before rummaging through the home.
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The suspects left the home after taking a small amount of cash.
One suspect threatened to harm the victim with a weapon but no gun was observed, police said.
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The victim was transported to Community Medical Center for treatment.
Detective James Wood is continuing the investigation with the assistance of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department Criminal Investigation Unit.
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