$1.7K In Merchandise Shoplifted From Manalapan Target: Cops

MANALAPAN, NJ - Hundreds of dollars in merchandise was taken from the Manalapan Target retailer, authorities said in a statement.

On April 12 at approximately 6:28 p.m., loss prevention employees from the Route 9 South location reported that unknown actors removed about $1,700 worth of merchandise and exited the store without paying, Manalapan police said.

The actors fled the store through a fire exit located in the rear of the store, police said.

The incident was handled by Ptl. Mathew Mattia and is pending further investigation.

Anyone with information regarding the incident may contact the Manalapan Township Police Department at (732) 446-4300.