JACKSON – After pulling over a car, police discover 100 bags of heroin packaged for sale inside.
On June 29 around 10:45 p.m., detectives from the Jackson Township Police Department Special Enforcement Unit pulled over a Mercedes Benz on South New Prospect Road. After investigating the car, police found 100 bags of heroin packaged for sale as well as $250.
The driver, Matthew Vandenberg, 36, of Farmingdale, was placed under arrest at the scene and his car impounded pending forfeiture proceedings.
Vandenberg was charged with possession of heroin, possession of heroin with the intent to distribute, possession of a controlled dangerous substance while operating a motor vehicle and other motor vehicle violations. He was processed and later lodged in the Ocean County Jail.
Residents who suspect narcotics activity or suspicious activity are asked to contact police headquarters at 732-928-1111 or though the department’s StopIt app online.
The public is reminded that any persons arrested or charged with any offenses or crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
