Youth Boot Camp Offers Glimpse At Law Enforcement

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By Stephanie Faughnan

HOWELL – As How- ell’s 13th Annual Law Enforcement Boot Camp participants readied to begin their day, a collective voice resounded through the morning line-up comprised of nearly 50 local middle school children.

The opening drill was a mere three minutes away, and the majority of participants were already in formation, outfitted in their required uniform of navy shirts, matching caps, and khaki shorts. A palpable sense of urgency filled the air as those lined up hurriedly rallied a few stragglers to join the ranks. Moments after everyone fell into line, Police officers Dan Bozza and Matt Zilinski arrived, setting the stage for the importance of proper discipline. With commanding voices, they initiated “equipment inspections” of the placement of gallon water jugs and small backpacks. The cadets stood at attention as their stance and salutes also came under scrutiny. Though the overall scene might have seemed a touch intimidating, one thing (Youth - See Page 3)

Are Car Crashes Getting Worse?

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY

– It seems that news of serious crashes are constantly flooding social media and news apps these days. Multi-car pile-ups, fl ipped cars, and worse make it to our news feeds – each one a cautionary tale.

For example, in one recent weekend, Toms River Police responded to 36 crashes. It begs the question: are we seeing more crashes –and more severe crashes these days?

A car catching fire after being hit is dramatic and scary, even if no one is hurt in it. But police don’t have a statistic for serious crashes. However, fatalities are recorded.

So far this year, in