Crime & Safety

Lacey Police: Smoking Device Found on Walmart Shoplifter

Barnegat man charged with shoplifting from Walmart.

Several Ocean County residents were arrested for allegedly shoplifting from Walmart in Lacey Township, one who also was served drug charges.

Jacquelyn Bundy, 26, of Bayville allegedly attempted to steal $25.24 worth of merchandise from Walmart.

Police responded to the scene at 6:56 p.m. on Jan. 3 and arrested Bundy.

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Prior to being transported to the Lacey Township Police Department, she was searched, police said. Police discovered a smoking device containing marijuana residue.

Bundy was charged with shoplifting, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana 50 grams or less. She was processed and released on a summons.

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That same day, at 9:30 p.m., police responded to Walmart again for another report of shoplifting.

William Mullen, 46, of Barnegat was arrested and charged with shoplifting. He allegedly attempted to steal $163.46 worth of merchandise. He was processed and released on a summons.

On Jan. 1 at 4:30 p.m., police responded to Walmart and arrested Barbara Dietlmeier, 48, of Toms River for allegedly shoplifting $77.82 of merchandise. She was transported and released on a summons. 


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