Stafford Township, NJ – On July 10th, 2025, at approximately 9:40 AM, John Vanness (64 years old of Center Street in Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey) was charged with Shoplifting 2C:20-11, for stealing approximately $264 of merchandise from Shop Rite located at 297 Route 72 W, Manahawkin. Mr. Vanness’s charge was placed on a compliant summons to appear in Ocean County Superior Court. Officer Nicholas Fabrizzio was the arresting officer.
As a reminder, the Stafford Township Police Department does not release arrest photos of defendants. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.