Police Nab Ocean County Man Trying To Sell Stolen Jewelry

OCEAN COUNTY — A Lakewood man has been arrested and stolen jewelry recovered following a two-day investigation by Lakewood Township Police, authorities said.

Authorities were first called January 14 to investigate a report of a missing wallet containing jewelry of significant value. Officer Amoroso responded to the initial complaint, documented the incident and began follow-up efforts.

Detectives picked up the investigation on January 15 and, while canvassing the area, located a man attempting to sell the stolen jewelry at a local business, police said.

The suspect was identified as Melvin Torres, 33.

Torres was taken into custody by Detectives Eric Stefanelli and Austin Letts.

Police said all…