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Toms River man charged with aggravated arson after apartment fire

Kevin Funchess, 59, was taken to a nearby hospital for shortness of breath and will be taken to Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing once cleared.

News 12 Staff

Apr 16, 2025, 6:53 AM

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A Toms River man has been charged with aggravated arson for allegedly setting his apartment on fire in Winteringham Village, according to prosecutors.

Kevin Funchess, 59, was taken to a nearby hospital for shortness of breath and will be taken to Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing once cleared.

The fire was out by the time emergency crews arrived late Monday night on Route 166.

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