Purse snatching

On February 1, 2017 at approximately 3:28 pm, a woman had her purse stolen in the parking lot of the Dollar General located at 1101 Fairview Street Delran NJ.  The victim reported she was walking to her vehicle and she was bumped from behind and a young, thin, light complexion male, around 5’9 with dark hair and dark eyes grabbed at her purse out of her hand.  The suspect was wearing grayish skinny jeans, a green hoodie and a black knit hat.  The suspect ran down Whittaker Street behind HUN Machine Shop.  The purse was later found behind HUN Machine Shop.  If anyone has any information concerning this crime please contact Det. Irons at 856-461-4498 x149, email at firons@delrantownship.org or leave a tip on our confidential tip line at 856-461-9010. 

Dodge Charger donated to Riverside Township Police Department

                       

Riverside Township Police

PRESS RELEASE

 

In a continuing effort to provide the most efficient law enforcement services possible to the residents of both Delran Township and Riverside Township a joint venture was undertaken between the Delran Township Police Department and the Riverside Township Police Department to improve the Riverside Police K9 program.

 

In 2015 the Riverside Township Police Department purchased a German Sheppard police K9 named Nikko. The purchase of Nikko was not a planned purchase nor was the accompanying costs to outfit and fix the 2003 Ford Crown Victoria that was received with K9 Nikko.

 

I decided in 2016 that we would attempt to fund the purchase of a new K9 vehicle for Nikko through a donation drive and different fund raising events sponsored by the Riverside/ Delran Business Association. Thanks to their efforts and individual donations received from the public we were able to raise over $7000.00. Obviously I knew this would not be even a ¼ of the amount needed to purchase a new patrol vehicle for Nikko.

 

I was made aware by our K9 handler, Ptl. Anthony Congemi that the Delran Township Police Department was in the process of purchasing new patrol cars and was considering trading in their used Dodge Chargers as part of their new vehicle purchases.

 

I contacted Lt. Williams and discussed the possibility of purchasing one of their used Dodge Chargers to use as our K9 vehicle. Lt. Williams worked diligently to get approval from Delran Township Police Chief Alfonso Parente and the Delran Township Council to assist me in this undertaking.

 

On October 4, 2016 the Riverside Township Police took possession of a 2012 Dodge Charger which was donated to Riverside Township Police Department by Delran Township. Since that date the K9 vehicle was up-fitted with all the necessary K9 equipment and it was placed into service on December 1, 2016.

 

The working relationship between Riverside Township Police Department and the Delran Township Police Department has always been outstanding and this collaborative effort can only help to further improve police services to all of our residents. Thank You Chief Parente, Lt. Williams and the Delran Township Committee   

                                                                                               

                                                                                               

                                                                                                William T. Eliason

                                                                                                Chief of Police

                                                                                                Township of Riverside

 

Delran Police Activity Jan. 19, 2017 - Jan. 31, 2017

ARREST: On January 19, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Ulas Uslu of Beverly for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Uslu had an active warrant out of Eatontown.  Mr. Uslu was processed on the warrants, issued a motor vehicle summons and he was released.

DWI ARREST: On January 19, 2017 Delran Police were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident.  The driver of one of the vehicles was identified as Jay Griffiths of Pemberton.  It was later learned that Mr. Griffiths was driving under the influence of alcohol and he had active warrants out of Burlington Twp and Willingboro.  Mr. Griffiths was taken into custody, processed, issued several motor vehicle summonses and he was turned over to Burlington Twp. Police Department.

ARREST: On January 21, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Mindy Nguyen of Philadelphia for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Ms. Nguyen had an active warrant out of Florence and her license was suspended.  Ms. Nguyen was processed on the warrants, issued a motor vehicle summons and she was turned over to Florence Police Department.

THEFT: On January 26, 2017 a victim reported that his vehicle was broken into in the parking of Planet Fitness.  If anybody has any information about this theft please contact the Delran Police Department.    

 

ARREST: On January 26, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Kevin S. Moore of Philadelphia for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Moore had several active warrants out of Elk Twp, Willingboro, Mt. Laurel, Philadelphia, his license was suspended and he provided a false name to the officer.  Mr. Moore was processed on the warrants, issued several motor vehicle summons and he was lodged into Burlington County Jail.

ARREST: On January 28, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Steven M. Cherry of Delran for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Cherry had an active warrant out of Delran and his license was suspended.  Mr. Cherry was processed on the warrant, issued several motor vehicle summons and he was released.

DWI ARREST: On, January 29, 2017 a Delran Police officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by William Grey of Philadelphia for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Grey was driving under the influence of alcohol.  Mr. Grey was taken into custody, processed, issued several motor vehicle summonses and he was released pending his court appearance.

ARREST: On January 30, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Khalif Norris of Willingboro for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Norris had an active warrant out of Hamilton and NJ State Police and his license was suspended.  Mr. Norris was processed on the warrant, issued several motor vehicle summons and he was released.

ARREST: On January 30, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Latifah G. Myers-Kelsey of Philadelphia for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Ms. Myers-Kelsey had an active warrant out of Burlington Twp.  Ms. Myers-Kelsey was processed on the warrants, issued a motor vehicle summons and she was released after posting bail.

Please remember to lock your vehicle doors overnight, we are still getting reports of unlocked vehicles entered!

***NOTE*** All persons listed on the Delran Police Department Facebook page are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Burglary of Motor Vehicle Prevention Tips

Burglary of Motor Vehicle Prevention Tips
        

The first thing you can do to help: Don’t leave valuables in your car – particularly not in plain sight! Are your valuables VISIBLE? Don’t be the next car burglary victim!

 

The last thing you want is to find your vehicle’s window broken or items missing. We suggest taking these simple but important steps to maintain your car’s safety:

Don’t leave valuables in your car. That sounds like “common sense”, but drivers/passengers do leave items of value in plain view every day. If you leave valuable items visible in your car, your car is automatically a target.

 

If you must leave valuable items in your car while out and about, place items out of sight before reaching your destination or move them inconspicuously. This includes packages, backpacks, gym bags, GPS units, MP3 players, and so forth. Someone may be watching when you put items under a seat or throw something over them. An opportunistic thief is on the lookout for trunk-packing, and can break into your car the minute you’re out of sight.

What Items are Most Commonly Stolen from Vehicles?

• Backpacks, gym bags, briefcases, day-planners
• Cash/coins, checkbooks and credit/debit cards
• Wallets and purses (even when hidden under a seat or in an unlocked glove compartment)
• Laptop computers
• iPods and MP3 players  (and docking stations)
• Cell phones (and chargers)
• Portable GPS navigation systems
• Stereo/CD players (and faceplates), amps, speakers (even when bolted down!)
• Jewelry, keys, mail (identity theft)
• tools

Anything of obvious value. LOCK! TAKE! HIDE!

If you can’t take them with you, at least lock the items in your glove compartment (if capable of locking) or your trunk (if you have one). Leave no trace. Don’t leave any “sign” that there might be valuables “out of sight” in your vehicle, such as docking stations or connector cables. Leave nothing in “plain sight” that might make your vehicle worth “investigating” by a thief; not even loose coins or a CD.

• Try to park in busy, well-lighted areas.
• Lock ALL your vehicle’s doors even if you plan to be gone for only a brief time.
• Set any alarm or anti-theft device.

Don’t think your dark tinted windows will hide your valuables. Thieves often use flashlights to see through tint. Locking your car and setting your alarm is just part of the solution. Even if locked and alarmed, if you leave valuables (or the hint of valuables) in plain sight, a thief may target your car, even knowing it’s locked and alarmed. But, without a clear prize in sight, a locked/alarmed car will likely be bypassed for an easier “target of opportunity”.

What to do if something is stolen out of your car As soon as you notice something’s stolen (or that your car has been broken into) call 856-461-4444 to report the incident or 911 in emergency.

• Report Suspicious activity If you see suspicious activity, report it to Delran Police Department 856-461-4444.
• Don’t hesitate to call Delran Police Department to report ANY suspicious activities, persons or vehicles.

Delran Police Department  officers cannot be everywhere, and we count on good people to be our “eyes and ears” and report suspicious activities as they are occurring. Do your part by taking preventive action and spreading the word. You can make a difference.

When dropping off the kids at day care or picking up that cup of coffee please lock your doors and take your keys. REMEMBER…. LOCK, TAKE, HIDE.

Delran Police Activity Dec. 23, 2016 - Jan. 12, 2017

ARREST: On December 23, 2016 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Alejandro Vazquez, of Camden for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Vazquez had an active warrant out of Westville and his license was suspended.  Mr. Vazquez was processed on the warrant, issued several motor vehicle summons and he was released pending court.

ARREST: On December 27, 2016 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by, Brianna McFadden, of California for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Ms. McFadden had an active warrant out of Riverton and her license was suspended.  Ms. McFadden was processed on the warrant, issued several motor vehicle summons and she was released pending court.

ARREST: On December 28, 2016 a Delran Officer came in contact with Christopher Brown of Williamstown.  It was later learned that Mr. Brown had an outstanding warrant out of The Gloucester County Sheriff’s Department.  Mr. Brown was placed under arrest, processed on the warrant and he was transported to Burlington County Jail.

ARREST: On January 3, 2017 a Delran Officer came in contact with Erica Bollinger of Delran.  It was later learned that Ms. Bollinger was wanted out of California.  Ms. Bollinger was placed under arrest, processed on the warrant and she was transported to Burlington County Jail.

On January 3, 2017 a vehicle was broken into in the parking lot of Giant Fitness, The vehicle's window was smashed and a women's purse was stolen off of the front seat of the vehicle. 

ARREST: On January 3, 2017 a Delran Officer came in contact with Chase Spadaccino of Burlington.  It was later learned that Mr. Spadaccino had an outstanding warrant out of Mt. Laurel.  Mr. Spadaccino was placed under arrest, processed on the warrant and he was released after posting bail.

ARREST: On January 5, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by, Audrey Hayes, of Riverside for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Ms. Hayes had an active warrant out of Cinnaminson and her license was suspended.  Ms. Hayes was placed under arrest, processed on the warrant, issued several motor vehicle summons and she was turned over to Cinnaminson Police.

ARREST: On January 5, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Joseph Dunlap of Riverside for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Dunlap had an active warrant out of Cinnaminson and his license was suspended.  Mr. Dunlap was processed on the warrant, issued several motor vehicle summons and he was released after posting bail.

DWI ARREST: On January 6, 2017 Delran Police were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident.  The driver of one of the vehicles was identified as Patrick J. Kollasch of Delanco.  It was later learned that Mr. Kollash was driving under the influence of alcohol.  Mr. Kollash was taken into custody, processed, issued several motor vehicle summonses and he was released pending his court appearance. 

ARREST: On January 8, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Jammi Q Harris of Willingboro for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Mr. Harris had an active warrant out of Camden and his license was suspended.  Mr. Harris was processed on the warrant, issued several motor vehicle summons and he was released.

DRUG ARREST: On January 10, 2017 a Delran Police Officer came in contact with Michael McCarty of Florence.  It was later learned that Mr. McCarty was in possession of Marijuana and drug paraphilia.  Mr. McCarty was charged with possession of Marijuana, possession of drug paraphilia and he was released pending his court appearance.

ARREST: On January 12, 2017 a Delran Police Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle driven by Tyseha Day of Trenton for a motor vehicle violation.  It was later learned that Ms. Day had 3 active warrant out of West Windsor and her license was suspended.  Ms. Day was processed on the warrants, issued several motor vehicle summons and she was turned over to West Windsor.

ARREST: On January 12, 2017 a Delran Officer came in contact with James Raines of Delran.  It was later learned that Mr. Raines had active warrants out of the Monmouth and Ocean County Sheriff’s Department.  Mr. Raines was placed under arrest, processed on the warrant and he was lodged into Burlington County Jail.

Please remember to lock your vehicle doors overnight, we are still getting reports of unlocked vehicles entered!

 

 ***NOTE*** All persons listed on the Delran Police Department Facebook page are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

National Law Enforcement Day!

In recognition of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, CareOne at Moorestown, invited local law enforcement agencies to stop by during the day to provide hot coffee and a meal to the officers who are working protecting and serving our communities.

The Delran Police would like to thank CareOne and its staff for their generosity and continued support of law enforcement.

Suspect arrested in connection with vehicle burglaries

On Thursday January 5, 2017 at 5:12AM Delran Police were dispatched to the Waters Edge Development for a suspicious person standing in a resident’s driveway.  The suspicious person was identified as Ali R. Washington 23 year old male from Sandal Lane, Willingboro NJ.  Further investigation revealed that Mr. Washington was in possession of stolen property from car burglaries that occurred in Mt. Laurel Township earlier this morning. Mr. Washington was charged with receiving stolen property and theft of an access control device. Mr. Washington was turned over to Mt. Laurel Police.