Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office

Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office Raymond S. Santiago, Monmouth County Prosecutor

With over 50 Assistant Prosecutors and more than 80 Detectives, the Prosecutor's Office is the largest law firm in Monmouth County and one of the largest police departments. Together with a support staff of secretaries, paralegals and law clerks, we prosecute thousands of juvenile and adult criminal cases every year. The historical roots of the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office are intimately ti

ed to the history of the County as one of the original four counties which comprised New Jersey in 1682.

Prosecutor Santiago would like to thank members of the  , along with the Interfaith Advisory Council, for the opportunit...
11/06/2024

Prosecutor Santiago would like to thank members of the , along with the Interfaith Advisory Council, for the opportunity to be part of a panel discussion regarding relations, programs and other collaborations with our local faith-based communities. The panel was comprised of various members of law enforcement throughout New Jersey.

This week we at MCPO said a bittersweet farewell to one of the longest-tenured members of our office: Clerical Team Lead...
11/01/2024

This week we at MCPO said a bittersweet farewell to one of the longest-tenured members of our office: Clerical Team Leader Barbara Orgen.

Barb began her career with MCPO in September 1990, starting out as a Clerk Typist assigned to the Intake Unit. To summarize, she has been virtually everywhere in the office, doing virtually everything a clerical worker can do, ever since, earning several promotions and serving as the primary assistant to a long list of legal directors of many of our most high-profile investigative units.

Barb has also overseen the clerical staffs in a long list of office subdivisions, including Computer Crimes, Financial Crimes, Forfeiture, Forensics, ITU, Major Crimes, S*x Crimes/Child Abuse, the Child Advocacy Center, and Megan’s Law, and has served as the On-Call Clerical Supervisor as well.

Known as a consummate problem-solver with an encyclopedic knowledge of the office’s inner workings, she paired those skills with an unflappable disposition and a keen sense of humor – making it particularly tough for us to say goodbye to her. But as she embarks on this new chapter in her life, we wish her all the very best of health, happiness, and fulfillment we know will go hand in hand with an extraordinarily well-deserved retirement.

Two men and two women have been charged in connection with a July 2024 shooting in Red Bank that left one dead and anoth...
11/01/2024

Two men and two women have been charged in connection with a July 2024 shooting in Red Bank that left one dead and another injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced today.

Our sincere thanks go to our partners with the New Jersey State Police Burlington County Prosecutor's Office Freehold Borough Police Department Pemberton Borough Police Department and Monmouth County Emergency Response Team (MOCERT) for their invaluable assistance in this investigation.

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FREEHOLD – Two men and two women have been charged in connection with a July 2024 shooting that left one dead and another injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday…

On the occasion of today’s various celebrations, we at MCPO would like to take a moment to wish a very happy, healthy, a...
10/31/2024

On the occasion of today’s various celebrations, we at MCPO would like to take a moment to wish a very happy, healthy, and joyous Diwali to those observing.

Also known as the Festival of Lights, the festivities spread across several days are annually marked by many of the approximately 1.7 billion adherents to Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Jainism around the world. It is one of the most significant festivals in South Asian culture in particular, symbolizing the eventual ultimate triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance.

It’s also an annual reminder of the strength and vibrancy the nation and Monmouth County derive from the rich diversity that makes up our citizenry.

We wish all who are marking the occasion peace and prosperity!

Wishing all our trick-or-treaters a very happy and safe Halloween. Motorists, please take extra caution when driving thr...
10/31/2024

Wishing all our trick-or-treaters a very happy and safe Halloween. Motorists, please take extra caution when driving through any residential neighborhoods this afternoon and evening, and be on the lookout for all of our little witches, warlocks, ghouls and goblins as they enjoy an evening of fun.

It's the spookiest time of the year and Prosecutor Santiago along with members of the MCPO were so happy to be a part of...
10/28/2024

It's the spookiest time of the year and Prosecutor Santiago along with members of the MCPO were so happy to be a part of the Trunk or Treat event this past weekend in the parking lot of iPlay America.

Everyone was blown away by the creativity and how many different spooktacular characters came to visit our table during the event, we even got to see Batman and his Batmobile!

We were so fortunate to be part of the fun, along with other local organizations and businesses, and having the opportunity to meet and speak to so many of our local residents, all while handing out candy and goodies to the trunk or treaters!

On National First Responders Day, Prosecutor Santiago and the members of the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office want to...
10/28/2024

On National First Responders Day, Prosecutor Santiago and the members of the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office want to extend our deepest gratitude to all of our first responders. Thank you for all that each and every one of you do every day, for your bravery and courage, while keeping your communities safe.

10/25/2024

Join Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago and Monmouth County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Shaun Golden in the fight against drug abuse.

You can do help out by participating in on Saturday, October 26.

By supporting this great effort, you help all of us in law enforcement in our constant effort to get unwanted prescription drugs disposed of properly. You can visit the Sheriff's drop off location at 2500 Kozloski Rd, Freehold. Learn of other locations across Monmouth County by visiting the Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA and their website https://www.dea.gov/takebackday

The Monmouth County DWI Task Force will be conducting another DWI checkpoint this weekend.The checkpoint will be held on...
10/25/2024

The Monmouth County DWI Task Force will be conducting another DWI checkpoint this weekend.

The checkpoint will be held on Saturday, October 26, in Wall Twp, on Rt 138. from 9pm Saturday night until 1am on Sunday morning. All westbound vehicles on Rt 138 will be diverted onto Maxwell Road, where all drivers will be screened for their sobriety.

Task Force members will work alongside local officers from the Wall Township Police during this checkpoint.

A Monmouth County Grand Jury has returned a 19-count indictment against the currently suspended Manalapan Township Polic...
10/24/2024

A Monmouth County Grand Jury has returned a 19-count indictment against the currently suspended Manalapan Township Police Department Patrolman accused of engaging in a pattern of illegal behavior involving two teenage girls, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced today.

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FREEHOLD – A Monmouth County Grand Jury has returned a 19-count indictment against the currently suspended Manalapan Township Police Department Patrolman accused of engaging in a pattern of illegal…

Prosecutor Santiago was honored to join a host of law-enforcement leaders from across Monmouth County and the state duri...
10/23/2024

Prosecutor Santiago was honored to join a host of law-enforcement leaders from across Monmouth County and the state during a panel discussion that was part of the Criminal Justice Speaker Series at Kean University in Union Township this morning.

Also featuring New Jersey OAG Assistant Attorney General Joseph Walsh, New Jersey State Police Major Mary Buerkle, Monmouth County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Shaun Golden, and Marlboro Township Police Department Chief Peter Pezzullo, the discussion centered on a variety of topics, ranging from recruitment challenges to community outreach to the evolving nature of media coverage of policing. The discussion took place before an audience of more than 100 Kean students with half a dozen different majors, including criminal justice, public administration, and more. Students even had an opportunity afterwards to ask questions and chat one-on-one with the panelists.

Overall, a common theme wove through much of the dialogue: the need for our various state, county, and municipal stakeholders to work together in earning and keeping the trust of the public we serve, and ensuring that the administration of justice is a task accomplished with professionalism, diligence, and cordiality.

In celebration of National Paralegal Day we wanted to thank and show our appreciation to our talented MCPO Paralegal Tea...
10/23/2024

In celebration of National Paralegal Day we wanted to thank and show our appreciation to our talented MCPO Paralegal Team. Our paralegals are dedicated professionals who innovate and overcome every obstacle imaginable to ensure that our cases are prepped for trial and our assistant prosecutors receive the support that they need.

We are truly fortunate to have paralegals whose professionalism and commitment to our mission is unmatched. We want every single one of them to know how much they are appreciated and to express our deepest gratitude for their hard work and dedication each and every day!

Thank you to the members of the Mercy Center for the kind words and shining a spotlight on the MCPO's new Domestic Viole...
10/21/2024

Thank you to the members of the Mercy Center for the kind words and shining a spotlight on the MCPO's new Domestic Violence Unit.
Prosecutor Santiago, along with Assistant Prosecutor Stephanie Dugan, Director of the MCPO's new Domestic Violence Unit, are grateful for the invite that provided an amazing opportunity to introduce and discuss the importance of the Unit and those it has and will serve.

On Saturday, October 5, Mercy Center held an event bringing awareness to the community about domestic violence. The event was highlighted by presentations from Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office Santiago and Assistant Prosecutor Dugan who lead the new domestic violence unit. They spoke about the unit's purpose and the importance of helping victims as they reconstruct their lives. Keynote Speaker Wil Dubois from New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) presented on the challenges domestic violence brings to the community and how we all can play a role in ending this challenge to our communities. Also in attendance were The Central Jersey Club who distributed purses with toiletries and the NJ School of Massage who provided massage therapy services.

Events like this one help to create awareness about domestic violence and empower individuals with information about the many resources provided by Mercy Center. Thank you to all who joined us!

Picture Left to Right: Veronica Gilbert-Tyson, Pamela Major, Kim Hodges, Valerie Benjamin, Racquel Mattis, Wil Dubois, Prosecutor Santiago, Miesha Hill-DeJesus, William Small, CARC Staff members, Assistant Prosecutor Dugan and Mercy Center Staff

Great job by members of the Monmouth County Special Needs Registry and the Hazlet Township Police Department on an amazi...
10/19/2024

Great job by members of the Monmouth County Special Needs Registry and the Hazlet Township Police Department on an amazing event for the community today!

The Monmouth County Special. Needs Registry team want to thank the Hazlet Township Police Department and the Friends of the Hazlet Township Library for the invite to be part of their Special Needs Resource Fair.

This vital event builds connections between individuals and their families with local organizations that provide services to enhance the lives of those with special needs.

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