5/1/2024 11:13 AM, (Auto Theft Recovery - Arrest)
A patrol officer observed a Toyota SUV with New Hampshire plates on Route 17.
The registration returned to a Mitsubishi SUV. A motor vehicle stop ensued and
a full size Suzuki motorcycle was observed inside the SUV. A VIN check on the
motorcycle revealed that it was reported stolen out of Philadelphia, PA. The
driver, a 35-year-old male from Lawrence, MA, was arrested and charged with
receiving stolen property.
5/1/2024 6:03 PM, (Suspicious Person)
A caller reported a male party in front of a Passaic Street pizzeria, talking to
himself and frightening customers. Responding patrol officers located a 48-year-old male, talking to himself inside the restaurant. The owner requested he is
removed from the location and patrol was able to peacefully remove the male. He
reportedly walked off while yelling profanities.
5/2/2024 2:08 PM (Fraud - Arrest)
A Rochelle Avenue bank manager reported a customer deposited (3) checks
valued at approximately $15,000 into ATM machines. Prior to the checks
returning as fraudulent, the customer withdrew the funds. The suspect utilized her
true identification which assisted detectives in the investigation. The suspect, a
23-year-old female from Paterson was issued a criminal complaint for bad checks,
a court date is pending.
5/2/2024 3:02 PM, (Theft / Fraud)
A resident of James Street reported to be a victim of a Bitcoin scam. The victim,
a 79-year-old female was contact through her computer by a suspect claiming she
was involved in an FBI investigation. She was then instructed to utilize a Bitcoin
ATM to send $10,000 in digital currency. Detectives traced the transactions to a
virtual wallet located outside of the U.S.. The victim was assisted in reporting the
loss to her financial institution.
5/3/2024 12:18 PM, (Breach of Peace - Commitment)
A Township employee reported a male in the gazebo making offensive comments.
Patrol located the same 48-year-old male from 5/1. He continued to make
irrational statements, and was committed to a local hospital.
5/4/2024 6:16 PM, (Criminal Mischief)
A caller reported damage to the playground area of Carlock Field. Patrol located
a missing swing chain and a section of the playground turf was pulled apart.
Detectives reviewed surveillance footage and patrol conducted extra park checks.
DPW employees were also advised of the damage.
5/5/2024 1:35 AM, (Narcotics Arrest)
A patrol officer observed suspicious activity in the parking lot of a Rochelle
Avenue convenience store. A check on a male party revealed him to be a wanted
person out of Fair Lawn. The 29-year-old male from North Haledon was arrested
and additionally found to possess crack cocaine and heroin drug paraphernalia.
The suspect was charged and turned over to Fair Lawn Police.
5/6/2024 11:37 AM, (Violation of Court Order)
A resident of Hahn Ave. reported that a party he has a no contact order against
just contacted him. A video was sent to the victim via TikTok, thus violating the
existing order. Officers signed a contempt of court complaint against the suspect,
notified him, and mailed the summons.
5/7/2024 2:57 PM, (DWI - Arrest)
The SRO reported a motor vehicle collision in front of Midland School.
Responding units located a single car accident into a tree. The driver, a 58-year-old Ridgewood resident subsequently failed field sobriety tests. Suspecting
narcotic impairment, a Drug Recognition Expert performed an evaluation and the
driver consent to submitting blood samples. The driver was charged with DWI,
along with several other motor vehicle infractions. Blood test results are pending.
5/7/2024 7:19 PM, (Theft/Fraud - Arrest)
A customer of a Route 17 dispensary left his debit card in a chip reader. The
following customer at the same register made a cash transaction and left the store.
An employee noticed the card and believed the cash paying customer left it
behind. The customer accepted the card knowing it was not his and then
proceeded to make a purchase at a nearby gas station and several further attempts
at a Hackensack department store. Officers utilized surveillance to identify the
22-year-old male suspect from Teaneck. He responded to headquarters where he
was charged with credit card theft, identity theft, and tampering with evidence.
He was released with a future court date.
5/8/2024 9:43 PM, (DWI - Arrest)
Headquarters received a report of a 3-car collision on Rochelle Ave. near Plaza
Way. Responding officers learned that the passenger of an involved vehicle fled
on foot. Maywood PD located the fleeing party and he was arrested for C.D.S.
possession. The driver of the same vehicle, a 22-year-old from Hillsdale, was
arrested on suspicion of DWI and narcotics possession, he was committed to a
local hospital due to his intoxication level. Minor injuries were reported.
5/10/2024 4:38 PM, (Breach of Peace)
Police received a report of a dispute with a tow truck driver at a West Passaic
Street supermarket. Responding officers located a tow truck attempting to
repossess a vehicle that was occupied by two individuals. Officers convinced the
"repo man" to lower the vehicle and attempt to take custody of the vehicle at a
later date.
5/10/2024 8:05 AM, (Sex Offenses - Arrest)
RPPD detectives conducted a sexual assault investigation in conjunction with the
Bergen County Prosecutor's Office. At the conclusion of the investigation a 45-
year-old male resident was arrested and charged with sexual assault, he was
committed to the Bergen County Jail.
5/10/2024 12:17 PM, (Commitment - Involuntary)
A caller reported a breach of peace on Central Avenue. Responding units located
a female resident who was highly intoxicated. A 262-help screener was contacted
and requested a commitment.
5/11/2024 4:06 PM, (Harassment)
A resident of Crescent St. reported an ex-girlfriend hacked into his social media
accounts and email. The victim was offered a restraining order but declined to
pursue one. The victim was requested to produce print outs of the communication
for a subsequent investigation.
5/11/2024 7:58 PM, (Juvenile Complaint)
A caller reported a dispute amongst juvenile bike riders. Officers located the
juveniles and issued a curbside warning. The caller was contacted and the
officers explained their findings.
5/12/2024 3:15 AM, (DWI - Arrest)
A patrol officer observed several vehicle infractions in the area of Essex Street.
The driver quickly pulled behind a business and exited the vehicle. The officer
approached and the driver, a 35-year-old male from Hackensack, refused to
provide his license, registration, and insurance. He proceeded to refuse to be
subjected to field sobriety tests. The driver was arrested for suspicion of drunk
driving and he again issued a refusal, this time to submit samples of his breath.
Several summonses were issued and the subject was charged for obstruction.
5/12/2024 3:19 AM, (Breach of Peace - Assault)
A 911 hang up was received in the area of a West Passaic Street hotel.
Responding patrol was directed to a male in a wheelchair who reported being
struck in the head. The actor fled the scene prior to police arrival. Officers
explained the civilian complaint process since the assault was not witnessed by
police.
5/12/2024 10:21 PM, (Narcotics - Arrest)
A patrol officer initiated a motor vehicle stop on Passaic Street. The driver, a 26-
year-old male from Paterson, was found to have an open NCIC warrant for
narcotics offenses. He was arrested on the Passaic County warrant and
additionally found to possess non-prescribed oxycodone. The arrestee was
charged and turned over to Passaic County Sheriffs.
5/12/2024 10:45 PM, (Breach of Peace)
A caller from Lexington Avenue reported a family member in a mental health
crisis. The patient was damaging contents of the home due to refusing to take his
medication. Patrol responded, calmed down the party, consulted with 262-HELP,
and acquired a commitment.
5/14/2024 6:39 AM, (Suspicious Person)
A Rochelle Avenue business stated a male party is standing outside begging for
money. Patrol located a 32-year-old male, previously known to police, advised
him of soliciting ordinances and sent him on his way.
5/14/2024 1:46 PM, (Narcotics - Arrest)
Patrol was summoned to a West Passaic Street hotel for (2) parties refusing to
vacate their room. Patrol spoke to the occupants, a 31-year-old female from
Scotch Plains and a 31-year-old male from New York, and negotiated their
departure. In the process, narcotics were observed in plain view. Each was
charged and released, the male was turned over to Elizabeth PD to answer for an
open warrant.
In addition, (22) suspicious persons/vehicles were vetted and (90) motor vehicle
stops were conducted in a 14-day span.
A charge is not a conviction. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed.
