Crime & Safety

Firefighters Respond to Pawn Shop in Silverton

Firefighters responded to an incident at the Fast Cash Pawn Shop on Hooper Avenue in the township's Silverton section Friday night.

Though there were few details available Saturday morning, but a witness at the scene reported the smell of smoke in the area, and firefighters were seen using a ladder and hoses to fight a blaze there. They were also seen ventilating the building.

Jim Mercready, Toms River Fire Prevention Director, said his office is awaiting an inspector's report and more information will be available shortly.


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