Plain-language summary (this site, from the cited record only)
In 2025, the Sea Bright Police Department suspended Chief Brett Friedman for 44 days, and the record indicates he separated while an internal affairs matter was pending. According to the record, Friedman was involved in an off-duty motor vehicle collision and was subsequently arrested for driving while intoxicated. The sustained charge was DWI.
Synopsis as reported by the agency
Brett Friedman, while off duty, was involved in a motor vehicle collision. He was subsequently arrested for driving while intoxicated.
Compensation and pension
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Sources
[1]New Jersey Major Discipline Data, 2020-2025. New Jersey Office of the Attorney General. Sheet "Major Discipline Data", row 481. Snapshot retrieved 2026-07-03. ↩