Handyman Stole Jewelry From Tinton Falls Senior Living Community, Police Say

TINTON FALLS, NJ — A handyman stole jewelry and other items from homes inside the Seabrook Village community in Tinton Falls, said police in that town.

Seabrook is a senior living community; it is a gated community of apartments for seniors 62+.

The man charged is Parry DuPont, 54, of Lakehurst, who was charged with five counts of third-degree burglary and theft by unlawful taking.

Tinton Falls Police say they have been getting reports of thefts at Seabrook Village for the past two months: Through December to February, Parry would enter the property and say he was a contracted SeaBrook Village handyman. Once inside people's apartments, he would steal jewelry and other miscellaneous items.

Parry’s burglary spree reached $30,000 in the value of stolen items, said Tinton Falls Police. He was arrested and taken to the Monmouth County Jail.

Anyone with additional information in this matter is encouraged to contact Det. Cpl. James Sapia at 732-542-3400, ext. 464 or by email, jsapia@tfpolice.org.