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Nearly $450K Recovered In Lakewood Burglary Case

Source: Jersey Shore Online · Jul 29, 2026, 2:05 PM

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Lakewood police recovered nearly $450,000 in cash and arrested a township resident in connection with a burglary at a local business on Ocean Avenue.

William Ordenana-Arauz, 48, of Lakewood, was charged with one count of burglary and two counts of theft following the investigation.

Officers responded to the business after the initial report and subsequently conducted an investigation that led to the recovery of the substantial amount of cash and the suspect's arrest.

The case highlights local law enforcement's work in addressing commercial theft in the Ocean County area.

Key points

  • William Ordenana-Arauz, 48, of Lakewood was arrested and charged with one count of burglary and two counts of theft
  • Nearly $450,000 in cash was recovered during the investigation
  • The burglary occurred at a business located on Ocean Avenue in Lakewood
  • The Lakewood Police Department conducted the investigation and made the arrest

FAQ

How much money was recovered in the Lakewood burglary case?
Police recovered nearly $450,000 in cash during the investigation into the burglary at the Ocean Avenue business in Lakewood.
Who was arrested in the burglary investigation?
William Ordenana-Arauz, 48, of Lakewood, was arrested and charged with one count of burglary and two counts of theft in connection with the case.
What charges does the suspect face?
Ordenana-Arauz faces one count of burglary and two counts of theft according to the Lakewood Police Department.

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