05/08/2026
🚔 Burglary Investigation & Arrest Update
In the early morning hours of May 5th, 2026, Brigantine Patrol units responded to a reported burglary at an occupied residence on the 200 block of East Brigantine Avenue. Patrol personnel secured the home and confirmed the suspect had fled the area. Due to heavy brush conditions, Patrol requested UAS (drone) assistance from a neighboring agency; however, none were available at that time. The Detective Bureau was then notified and responded to process the scene. Officers determined that Theft and Criminal Mischief offenses had occurred within the residence.
While investigators were processing the initial scene, Dispatch received a report of a suspicious male on a porch in the Vardon Circle area. Patrol units responded and located the individual outside a residence. He was arrested without incident as he attempted to flee the residence.
Investigation determined that he had also stolen a handgun which was discarded nearby with other stolen property. Several additional crime scenes were identified throughout the neighborhood, and a large amount of abandoned property was recovered from multiple yards. Patrol and Detectives continue working to preserve evidence, identify victims, and return recovered items.
Residents in the areas of 8th Street North, 6th Street North, Quay Boulevard, Vardon Road, and surrounding neighborhoods are asked to contact the Brigantine Police Detective Bureau if they have surveillance footage or information that may assist this investigation.
Investigation has also revealed that several other homes and vehicles were entered by the accused, and residents are encouraged to review their properties and report anything unusual.
The Brigantine Police Department recognizes Patrol Squads 3 and 4 for their exceptional work in preserving multiple crime scenes, locating and apprehending the accused, and ensuring the safety of our residents throughout this incident.
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Arrested:
Kevin Diluzio (39) of Punxsutawney, PA
Charges:
• Burglary to Occupied Dwelling (2C:18‑2.2)Two counts
• Burglary (2C:18‑2) Four counts
• Theft (2C:20‑3)
• Receiving Stolen Property (2C:20‑7)
• Criminal Mischief (2C:17‑3)
• Unlawful Possession of Weapons (2C:39‑5b(1))
• Prohibited Weapons/Devices (2C:39‑3f(1))
• Possession of Burglary Tools (2C:5‑5)
Diluzio was lodged in the Atlantic County Justice Facility pending court proceedings.
***These charges are merely an accusation and not proof of guilt. In all criminal cases, a charged defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.***
