El fiscal del condado de Ocean, Bradley D.. Billhimer anunció que en marzo 28, 2023, the body of John Applegate, 32, de Beachwood, was discovered in an area of water between Lakehurst Road and Route 37 en río toms. Señor. Applegate had been missing since March 24, 2023; his body was located by a family friend who had volunteered to assist with the search. The decedent was transported to Community Medical Center pending a post-mortem examination.
El Fiscal Billhimer reconoce a la Unidad de Delitos Mayores de la Fiscalía del Condado de Ocean, Departamento de policía del municipio de Toms River, Oficina del Sheriff del condado de Ocean, and the many volunteers who participated in the search for Mr. Applegate.