9/18/2023 2:00 PM, (Shoplifting)
Management from a Rochelle Avenue pharmacy reported a shoplifting that
occurred in the past. A male suspect stole $350 worth of baby products and pain
relievers. Management provided detectives with a vehicle registration which led
them to the registered owners' nephew. A warrant was issued for his arrest.
9/18/2023 3:07 PM, (Commitment)
An Essex Street property owner reported a suspicious vehicle parked in his lot.
Responding officers located a male sleeping in the vehicle. The male was awoken
and stated to officers that he broke his heel, his wife divorced him, and he could
not see his son. Officers convinced the 33-year-old male from Dix Hills, NY, to
speak with a screener. He was voluntarily committed to a nearby hospital.
9/18/2023 7:37 PM, (Vehicle Burglary)
A customer of a Rochelle Avenue pharmacy reported a male party entered his
vehicle. The suspect entered and exited without stealing anything. The suspect
possibly had intentions of the stealing the vehicle, a Tesla, however the key fob
was not inside. Detectives were provided with surveillance video.
9/19/2023 8:37 PM, (Breach of Peace)
A resident reported a male party exited a white vehicle on Pleasant Avenue, and
began yelling and screaming. Responding patrol located a boyfriend and
girlfriend from West Orange and Fair Lawn, engaged in a verbal dispute. Each
party agreed to go separate ways, however, the girlfriend only possessed a
learners' permit, and the vehicle was registered to her mother. The girlfriend did
not want her boyfriend driving the vehicle, in turn, two ride share services were
called.
9/20/2023 10:20 PM, (Narcotics - Arrest)
A patrol officer located a minivan in the area of Passaic Street and Paramus Road,
displaying temporary Tennessee license plates. The vehicle had dark tinted front
windows. A motor vehicle stop ensued and the driver, a 27 year old male from
Paterson, was found to have an outstanding traffic warrant from Passaic. The
driver was arrested and a search incident to arrest turned up (15) baggies of
suspected crack cocaine, packaged for sale. The driver was charged with
Possession of C.D.S. with the intent to distribute, and committed to the Bergen
County Jail.
9/21/2023 12:27 PM, (Arrest - Adult)
Police were called to Railroad Avenue for a disorderly person. A 57-year-old
male resident was cursing and making obscene hand gestures. After several
warnings he was arrested, charged with disorderly conduct, and released.
9/22/2023 7:21 PM, (Juvenile Complaint)
A juvenile caller reported someone stole her brothers' sneakers at Carlock Field.
The patrol response elicited a juvenile female to return the "Jordan" sneakers to
the rightful owner. Curbside warnings issued to the juveniles.
9/24/2023 11:52 AM, (Violation of Local Ordinance)
A resident reported a male party soliciting door to door for home repairs. Patrol
located the male, a 33-year-old from Springfield, who was previously warned of
the Township Ordinance. He was issued a summons and released.
9/24/2023 1:24 PM, (Breach of Peace)
A Parkway medical facility reported an irate family member of a patient. Patrol
arrived on scene and located the male, a 36-year-old male from Palisades Park.
The family member was looking for his mothers' nurse, and began to film his
search with a cell phone. During the course of his search, he located a group of
nurses, ‘hiding" in an attempt to avoid his search. Officers checked the male for
warrants, calmed him down, and escorted him from the premise.
9/24/2023 7:05 PM, (Harassment)
A resident of Teaneck walked in to headquarters to report harassment at the hands
of an ex-girlfriend. The male stated that he receives phone calls which consist of
"heavy breathing." The victim was explained his domestic violence rights and
did not wish to pursue any further action. Officers spoke with the actor, a female
resident, and warned her of potential domestic violence complaints.
9/25/2023 8:01 AM, (Arrest - Adult)
A patrol officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a Honda CRV bearing a
temporary Georgia registration. During the course of the stop the officer was
presented with a fraudulent insurance card and the plate was also found to be
fake. The driver, a 27-year-old male from New York, was arrested and charged
with exhibiting false government documents.
9/25/2023 3:28 PM (Arrest - Adult)
An alert was issued from surrounding agencies reported a grey Nissan traveling
on the shoulder of Route 17 North. The vehicle was missing a front plate and had
heavy damage to the body. An alert officer observed the vehicle and conducted a
stop. The driver was found to have a suspended license and a large amount of
stolen clothing. Investigating officers found a parking receipt, 15 minutes in the
past, from the American Dream Mall, and a pair of wire cutters. The subject, a
23-year-old male from Newark, was arrested for receiving stolen property and
possession of burglary tools. The clothing was found to belong to Zara, Nike,
Footlocker, and Versace.
9/26/2023 2:48 PM (Juvenile Complaint)
The manager of a Rochelle Avenue pharmacy report two teens inside the store are
intimidating her. The complainant reported a prior encounter with the two
juvenile residents aged 14 and 17. One was looking at her with an "angry stern
face". Patrol spoke to the juveniles and they agreed to leave the store.
9/29/2023 9:29 AM (Fraud)
A resident of Thiem Avenue reported being the victim of a scam. She reported
receiving a letter from what she believed to be Walmart. She was offered $400 to
take part in a series of surveys. Shortly after agreeing via telephone, she was sent
(3) checks totaling just under $9,000. She was instructed to purchase gift cards
and return the card numbers to the caller. The gift cards totaling $8,850 were
used and the victim learned the checks were fraudulent. Detectives were
assigned.
9/29/2023 2:45 PM (Burglary)
Several tenants of a Route 17 Storage Facility reported burglary and thefts to their
units. Detectives reviewed surveillance, located the actor, and developed a
suspect. Updates to follow once formal charges are issued.
9/29/2023 4:14 PM (Fraud)
An employee of a West Passaic Street construction company reported a recently
hired sub-contractor was paid via check. This same party is believed to have
"washed" the check and re-deposited it on (4) different occasions, totaling
approximately $6,400. Detectives are investigating a 33-year-old male suspect.
10/1/2023 8:28 AM (Harassment)
A resident of Catherine Street reported her phone number was spoofed. The
suspect is sending threatening text messages to her contacts. A report was taken
to document the activity.
10/2/2023 12:39 PM (Found Property)
An employee of a storage facility reported locating a backpack with
approximately 1 pound of marijuana inside. The marijuana, found behind a Route
17 dispensary, did not belong to the business. Officers secured the item and
reviewed surveillance cameras.
In addition, (15) suspicious persons/vehicles were vetted and (96) 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.
