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Suspect At Large In Ortley Beach Restaurant Burglary

Glass front doors smashed with cinder block.

Toms River police are investigating a burglary at the Golden Gate Express Restaurant on Route 35 north, Ortley Beach. 

A police investigation found that a suspect broke the glass front doors with a cinder block to gain entry into the store, according to Police Chief Michael Mastronardy.

Proceeds from the burglary were approximately $100 and the tip jar that was on the front counter, according to police.

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The burglary occurred between midnight and 6 a.m. on Sunday.

Officer Mathew Broderick was the investigating officer. Ocean County Sheriff’s Department Detective Capoano assisted in the investigation.

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Police are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Lieutenant Loring Dunton at 349-0150 ext 1215.

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