Police in New Jersey say an investigation of a report of a plot to kill a police officer resulted in the arrests of three people on firearm and drug charges.
Police in New Jersey say an investigation of a reported plot to kill a police officer resulted in the arrests of three people on firearm and drug charges.
Asbury Park police say the probe began after a report that a local gang member had told several people that « he was plotting to kill an Asbury Park police officer. »
Authorities searched an Asbury Park home early Friday and arrested two men and a woman on charges of possessing a defaced firearm, unlawfully possessing weapons, and drug possession. The woman also was arrested on two child endangerment counts.
Police reported finding weapons, drugs and cash as well as an $800 bicycle bought « from a drug addict on the streets for $5. »
No charges have been filed in connection with the reported plot.
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