MV Crime
November 5, 2024 (Fernwood Avenue): The complainant reported that a backpack was stolen from his work truck. The passenger side window was left down and the bag was left on the seat. The bag was later located on Lorraine Avenue, empty. A witness reported that the bag was thrown from a white Dodge Durango with California registration.
November 6, 2024 (Undercliff Road): An officer patrolling the area of Harrison Avenue observed a silver Volkswagen Tiguan that was reported stolen. The officer attempted a motor vehicle stop and the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed into West Orange.
Burglary / Attempted Burglary
November 9, 2024 (Christopher Street): The resident reported that a window screen on their home was partially lifted. Upon checking their home surveillance, they discovered an individual running away from their property at 3:23 AM. Entry into the home was not gained. The last known direction of travel, as seen on the camera, was toward Hinks Alley.
Arrest
November 11, 2024 (Claremont Avenue): A 47-year-old male from Staten Island, NY was charged with shoplifting from CVS.