Crime & Safety
Brick Police Investigating Shots Fired In Sawmill Area
There have been no injuries reported, police said; a weapon was found.
BRICK, NJ — Brick Township police are investigating a shooting incident that happened Monday afternoon in the northern part of the township, police said Monday evening.
A caller reported hearing several shots fired about 1 p.m. in the area of Creek Road and Sawmill Road, Sgt. Jim Kelly said.
A weapon was recovered but there were no reports of injuries, Kelly said.
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Several people who were "persons of interest" were being interviewed by detectives and the investigation is continuing, he said.
"We do not believe there is a further threat to public safety at this time," Kelly said.
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Anyone with any information is encouraged to call Detective Alvarado at 732-262-4612.
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