Absecon man arrested after attempted car break-ins lead to multiple burglary charges

Police say suspect was caught on home surveillance and later found with weapons, tools, and stolen items

Absecon, NJ — A man accused of trying to break into vehicles in a residential neighborhood now faces multiple burglary and weapons charges after police linked him to additional incidents, authorities said.

William Bauer Jr., 26, of Absecon, was arrested following an April 12, 2026 investigation that began with a report of atte...