Key Points: NJ Cop Rebecca Sayegh Home Invasion

• Off-duty officer Rebecca Sayegh arrested in violent home invasion
• Incident took place Friday night in Berkeley Township, NJ
• She allegedly smashed a glass door and assaulted two residents
• Sayegh reportedly vandalized a vehicle before the attack
• Police arrested her at the scene after she resisted
• She faces charges including assault, threats, and burglary
• Previously filed harassment lawsuit against her own department

Off-Duty Officer Breaks In and Attacks Two

New Jersey cop Rebecca A. Sayegh is in serious trouble. Authorities say the off-duty officer violently broke into a home and assaulted two people. The 32-year-old Toms River police officer allegedly smashed through the front door of a residence in Berkeley Township just before 11:30 p.m. Friday night.

Prosecutors say Sayegh damaged a car in the driveway before forcing entry into the Evernhan Avenue home. Once inside, she physically attacked and threatened the people living there.

Officer Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer confirmed that police responded to a domestic disturbance. Sayegh was taken into custody at the scene — but not without a struggle. She resisted arrest, according to officials.

Sayegh now faces a long list of charges. They include burglary, assault, terroristic threats, criminal mischief, and resisting arrest. She is being held in the Ocean County Jail, awaiting a detention hearing.

Connection to Victims Still Unclear

Authorities haven’t yet said whether Sayegh had any prior relationship with the victims. Prosecutors only described it as a domestic incident. Neighbors say the situation unfolded quickly and turned violent in seconds.

Police have not released the names of the victims. Their current condition is also unknown.

Cop Sued Department Before Arrest

This isn’t Sayegh’s first appearance in the headlines. Just six months ago, she filed a lawsuit against the Toms River Police Department. In the filing, she alleged she was harassed and passed over for promotions because of a male-dominated “boys club” culture.

That legal action is still pending. Her attorney has not commented on the new charges.

Honored Hero Now Faces Jail

Ironically, Sayegh had previously been praised for heroism. News 12 reported that she once ran into a burning home to save a woman and her pets. The community had honored her for courage — a far cry from the criminal allegations she now faces.

Toms River police have not released an official statement. “We do not have a comment on the matter,” said Lt. Ron Sermarini. He referred all questions to the prosecutor’s office.

Legal Troubles Mount for Officer Sayegh

Sayegh’s situation is dire. With multiple charges and a previous civil case against her employer, the pressure is mounting. If convicted, she could face years in prison and lose her badge for good.

Many in the community are stunned. One local resident told reporters, “You never expect something like this from someone sworn to protect us.”

The case is still unfolding, and the court will decide the fate of Officer Sayegh.

A Department Under Scrutiny

This latest incident adds to growing concerns about the Toms River Police Department. Between lawsuits, internal scandals, and now criminal charges against one of their own, public trust is wavering.

Whether Sayegh’s actions were driven by personal issues or deeper problems within the department remains to be seen.

But one thing is clear: this case has turned a once-decorated officer into the center of a criminal investigation that could shake the force to its core.