A Toms River man was arrested for allegedly uploading child pornography to the internet. Detectives searched the home of 39-year-old Justin Thomas, who was charged with possession of child sexual abuse material. He was taken to the Ocean County Jail.

A New Jersey boat captain, known for exploring shipwrecks, died in a diving accident. 47-year-old Joe Mazraani was about 200 miles off the coast of Massachusetts, when he suffered a medical emergency.

Actor Gary Busey has pleaded guilty to inappropriately touching a woman at Monster-Mania Con in Cherry Hill, back in 2022. As part of the deal, Busey faces up to five years of probation and will be required to pay fines.

Demolition has begun on the old Ron Jon Surf Shop in Ship Bottom. They closed the location after it started falling into disrepair. The new Ron Jon building, located right next door, celebrated its grand opening back in May.