On Monday, September 19, 2022, at 7:59 a.m., Officer Nilon responded to Wawa, Lacey Road, to check the welfare of a male subject sleeping on the side of the store. Upon his arrival, Officer Nilon made contact with Kenneth Novak, 33, of Forked River. Kenneth was found to have an outstanding warrant originating out of the Jackson Township Municipal Court, and was placed under arrest. Prior to being transported to police headquarters, it was discovered that Kenneth was in possession heroin and prescription medication. Kenneth transported to police headquarters and charged with Possession of CDS and Possession of a Prescription Legend Drug. Kenneth was then transported to the Ocean County Jail, where he was lodged without incident.

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