Stafford: On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at approximately 6:28 PM, the Stafford Township Drug Enforcement Unit conducted a Search Warrant on 41 East Bay Avenue in Manahawkin.

This was the result of a three month long, joint investigation with the Ocean County Narcotics Strike Force for ongoing sales of Narcotics from that residence.

As a result of the investigation, a Pablo J Amador, 37-year-old male living at that residence, was found to be in possession of Cocaine and Marijuana and was arrested. Mr. Amador was transported to the Stafford Township Police Department where he was processed and charged with 2nd degree possession of Cocaine, 2nd Degree possession with the intent to distribute Cocaine, 3rd Degree possession of Marijuana and 3rd degree possession with the intent to distribute Marijuana.

After processing and charging Mr. Amador was transported to the Ocean County Jail where he is currently being held on his charges.

The Stafford Township Police Department does not release photos of defendants, and the public and the press are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.