BARNEGAT – A double homicide that occurred on Lincoln Avenue in Barnegat is currently under investigation, officials said.
“The suspect is in custody and there is no danger to the public to the public at this time,” Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. “Additional information will be released when it becomes available,” Prosecutor Billhimer concluded.
Thursday afternoon, the Barnegat Police Department put out a notice stating that schools were placed on a precautionary shelter in place due to officers searching for the subject. They later announced that the subject was located and there is no threat to district schools.
In addition, Stafford and Ocean Township (Waretown) schools also sheltered due to the activity in Barnegat.
Residents were urged to avoid the area of Bengal Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue.
