5 Arrested in Toms River and Brick During Big Drug Bust

Heroin has been a major issue in New Jersey for years, in terms of how many lives it affects. Tens of thousands of residents have struggled with heroin use, and it’s consistently been one of the top reasons people enter addiction treatment across the state.

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Heroin remains one of the most widely abused and damaging drugs impacting communities all over Jersey, from cities to suburbs and shore towns.

What's The Latest With A Big Drub Bust In The Toms River and Brick Township Areas?

According to Patch, Authorities say five people were taken into custody after a drug raid tied to homes in Toms River and Brick, along with a hotel room, where investigators recovered cocaine, heroin, and various pills, according to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.

Patch reported "Authorities seized $25,000 and the narcotics during searches of three homes and a motel room, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said."