Mother and daughter turd team.

These people need to be stopped! This behavior has been going on for years and for this mom to have involved her children in all of this is shameful!!! Both parents come from a nice families but it is time for charges to be presses and these people to get some much needed HELP!!!!

I live on River Road .....Always thought there were only good people on this block (S)....Ya just never know...

"Let those without sin cast the first stone." Billy Bob

I read this article and I was shocked and more so saddened. I've know the family for years and it pains me to see what has happened. I agree with Sunny in hopes this is the final act that gets them the help needed.

Well, every day, it gets more and more embarassing to admit that you live in the Boro.

So sad for the victims! My pt pl neighbor cares for a severely disabled loved one and had her purse snatched at stop and shop last week in town. Just filled prescriptions, car keys, health cards, and money for food. She got a ride home for a spare key from the police for her car, and was in fear of an unwanted visitor in the night for three days until her locks were changed for $500. Hours getting new ID, prescriptions, and she is 89!

This individuals choice to live this way of life has no bearing on Point Boro as a community. The family was involved, as much of our families in many community activities and sports. It's just sad that the family could never control there addictive demons..

Jeepers Laura...the Boro is an amazing place to live, no more drama than any other town. Sad that only negative things are on patch, but there are tons of fabulous reasons to live here. The thefts are terrible, but the thought that the town people remember and say nice things about when these ladies were "in a better state" and are thankful that they hopefully will get help is a tribute to our small town pride. We try to do the best we can.
Perhaps you should move if you are embarrassed. Let us know what perfect town you land in ...

Is there rehab for crappy mothers? For real, she should be ashamed for ruining her daughter's life by involving her in all of this.

Tears came to my eyes as I read this article. As a mother and grandmother all the feelings flooded in and as so many have said these are women from a loving family. I will be lifting up the whole circumstance and family in prayer. I share one of my favorite verses from Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. I will be praying for the Lord to undertake for the healing of broken hearts and the addictions. May He hold each one in the palms of His holy hands and may they accept His saving grace and be healed.

Every family has their problems (drug or alcohol addiction, verbal or physical abuse, being arrested, gambling problem, affairs, etc. etc.). We all have skeletons in our closets and I'm sure wouldn't want them publicized. Stop saying hurtful & judgmental things, try to remember these people have family & friends who love them unconditionally & are praying they get the help they need. There is no reason to write such hurtful things when their family is going through a difficult time right now!

I encourage shoppers of all ages to wear cross body bags/wallets to hold items which are essential to them (keys, cash. credit cards, id). Fashion bags can be used for the ancillary items. A major part of shopping is having your attention diverted to the merchandise but you do not have to be vulnerable if you make small changes.

To be clear, no relation to Robert, Michele, Melissa, or Christopher Barth who also reside in the Boro.

Let's refrain from vulgarity, including using the "s" word. I had to delete a couple of comments.

That's to bad! took a turn for the worst! hope u guys see now what u have been doing to your selves. hope u get the help you need. good luck to the both of you.

This is just more individuals who were able to get away with bad behavior. When excuses are being made this is where you end up.

Where is the sympathy for their victims? These criminals didn't care about anyone else or their families. They belong in jail, hopefully for a long time.

I can understand how addiction can make you do things against your nature. Even commiting crimes.However, to work with your daughter ripping off grandmothers is more than I'm willing to understand or forgive.

Sympathy is for the victims of crimes. Not the criminals.

Kim: while I agree with a lot of your advice to residents, I feel compelled to mention that police (in general, not just in Borough) usually strongly recommend that no one keep valuables in cars because if cars are broken into or stolen, valuables are lost with them. But yes, keeping money you don't immediately need hidden at home, in your pocket or keeping purses on shoulders, and not in seat of grocery cart, are all good advice. Thank you.

Because I have been busy doing my job, it is only now I had a chance to catch up with Comments here. I had to delete a few because they make accusations that are beyond charges filed by police. A few other comments are right on the edge. Folks, let's be careful not to add any accusations about those already charged and let's not mention their other family members at all. After this, comments will be deleted without explanation. If that does not suffice, accounts will be suspended.

I am sad and sick about this...I grew up in the Beach with the Mom and she was a wonderful person from a tremendous family. While I lost touch years ago, I pray for her and her daughter that whatever led them down this path will be addressed and this will be the defining moment that will awaken their minds, hearts and souls. Everyone involved, victims, etc., are in my thoughts and prayers.

Let's hope they get the help they need, I have known the family for many years and never thought it would come to this. Sad day

Point is already going down hill... Way to go.... Let's enhance the depreciation!

This is not about the Barth's. This is about drugs. We will keep seeing this problem in the Boro if we don't put an end to the drugs that are being distributed in our town. We do not have a drug problem here in the Boro we have a drug epidemic. Talk to your children. Don't be naive. This town is being infiltrated with drugs and our kids are becoming slaves to it. Read the newspapers. Why do we have so many home robberies in this town all of a sudden? Why are so many cars being broken into? Wake up Point Boro. Educated your children and keep them busy... spend more time with them. Know where they are at all times and who they are with.

I just want to add my 2 cents for what it's worth.....I've been living here in the Boro since 2005 ,February..Grew up in Union City and raised my kids in Alpine, N.J. I can't tell you how many times I said to myself that I should have moved here 30 years ago.....It's a great community and you should all be proud of it and what it has to offer...Take a vacation sometime and move to Bergen County for a year or so...You'll be back and the people here will be glad you did.......side note to Ryan P.Hennessey......That was an easy thing to agree on....Glad we do.

It is always the same stories....always shocked after something happens. I thought they were good people. I grew up with them and they are from my home town. Maybe? A little to much lying and protecting your own going on. You would better help your family and friends by being up front and letting them know when they are not doing what they should. Stop protecting them when what they are doing is clearly wrong. It is ridiculous to think so many really knew this family and what they are capable of. No one knows what anybody is capable of, even your own family, never mind friends and neighbors.

there can be no happiness if the things we do, are different than the things we believe

Unfortunately some people get lost along the way. Its terrible all around. But as humans we have pity and sympathy to give. They stole for what ever readon why. They didnt kill anyone. But yet some want to condemn them. Usually people do things because they feel uts the best choice. Times are rough for some. Not saying its rigjt at all but iy sounds like they need help. Also people should know not to leave their personal stuff around for it to b easy for temptaion. Its not the world many of us choose but its one we live in.