Spotswood Police Department
Spotswood New Jersey
732-251-2121
Emergency: 911
To Protect and To Serve
Police Briefs: 2007
CASE NO.: 07000036
CHARGE/INCIDENT:Having a dangerous animal in residence.
WHEN: January 11, 2007 0954 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Steven M. Brennan
Age: 28
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood NJ
WHY & HOW: Sgt. Joseph Seylaz, Ptl. John Fedak and Animal Control Officer Brandon Metz investigated an anonymous complaint of an alligator being kept as a pet in a residence on Main Street. At the residence a three foot alligator was found inside a bath tub. The State Division of Fish & Wildlife responded to the scene and took possession of the alligator. It will be sent to the Popcorn Park Zoo for shelter. Steven Brennan was charged by the State Conservation for possessing a dangerous animal without a permit.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Seylaz/Ptl. John Fedak
CASE NO.: 07000046
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, MVA
WHEN: January 12, 2007 @ 11:09 pm
WHERE: Devoe Avenue
WHO: (Arrested or Involved)
Name: Robert J. Lewis
Age: 50
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe, NJ
WHY & HOW: Lewis lost control of his vehicle due to an intoxicated state and struck two utility poles and a guardrail on Devoe Avenue. He was charged with DUI, DUI in a school zone, refusing to submit to a breath test, reckless driving, and drunk driving while suspended. He also had a failure to appear warrant pending out of Spotswood.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. W. Desrosier/Sgt. B. Keenan
CASE NO.: 07000048
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DWI
WHEN: January 13, 2007 @ 1913 hours
WHERE: Devoe Avenue
WHO: (Arrested or Involved)
Name: Joseph A. Breen, Jr.
Age: 63
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood, NJ
WHY & HOW: Ptl. Pfeiffer observed an erratic driver traveling north on DeVoe Avenue. Following a motor vehicle stop a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was detected. Upon further investigation, the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol. A 2/01/07 court date is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. J. Pfeiffer
CASE NO.: 07000056
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: January 16, 2007 @ 0056 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO: (Arrested or Involved)
Name: Christina Burns
Age: 21
Sex: Female
Address: Old Bridge, NJ
WHY & HOW: Burns was driving on Main Street with no headlights. Following a lawful MV stop, she was found to be impaired. She was charged with DUI, Reckless Driving, Headlights Required and Expired DL.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. B. Keenan
CASE NO.: 07000085
CHARGE/INCIDENT: disorderly conduct (creates hazard)
WHEN: January 23, 2007
WHERE: railroad tracks adjacent to Spotswood High School
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Jack Adamcewicz
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood NJ
WHY & HOW: Subject was found stumbling and apparently under the influence of an unknown substance in the presence of children along the railroad tracks adjacent to the Spotswood High School. The subject caused a disturbance that made the children flee the area.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Pfeiffer
CASE NO.: 07000086
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, DUI in a school zone, reckless driving, and open container in a motor vehicle, obstructing the passage of vehicles.
WHEN: January 23, 2007
WHERE: Irving Avenue
WHO:
Name: Diane E. Lubanski
Age: 47
Sex: Female
Address: Spotswood NJ
WHY & HOW: On the above mentioned time and date, Ptl. Mayo was dispatched to the area of Irving Avenue for a report of a female who was passed out behind the steering wheel of her vehicle. Upon arrival, Ptl. Mayo found the vehicle, a black Mitsubishi Galant, idling and obstructing traffic. The driver, identified as Diane Lubanski, was slumped over the steering wheel. Further investigation revealed Mrs. Lubanski to be operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a alcoholic beverage.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Mayo
CASE NO.: 07000100
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI (Motor Vehicle Accident), DUI in School Zone, Reckless Driving & Improper Backing
WHEN: January 28, 2007 12:56 am
WHERE: 70 DeVoe Avenue (American Legion)
WHO:
Name: Fred Huffman
Age: 55
Sex: Male
Address: Englishtown NJ
WHY & HOW: Officers were dispatched to a two car motor vehicle accident in the American Legion parking lot on Devoe Avenue. One of the drivers, Fred Huffman, was subsequently placed under arrest for DUI after police arrived on scene. The driver was processed and later released pending a court appearance. No injuries were reported as a result of the accident.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
CASE NO.: 07000161
INCIDENT: Theft
WHEN: 2/12/07
WHERE: Wyoming Avenue
WHY & HOW: On the above date at approximately 9:00 am the victim started his vehicle which was parked in his driveway and went inside his residence. Approximately 5 minutes later he went outside and noticed his vehicle was stolen and contacted police.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. John Fedak
CASE NO.: 07000***
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Possession of CDS under 50 grams (marijuana); possession of CDS in a motor vehicle
WHEN: 2/17/07 @ 0120 hrs.
WHERE: Szymanski Drive
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Juvenile
Age: 17
Sex: Male
Address: Milltown
Name: Juvenile
Age: 17
Sex: Male
Address: Piscataway
Name: Thomas Huston
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: On the above date and time Patrol observed a suspicious vehicle parked on Szymanski Drive. Upon investigation it was determined that the occupants of the vehicle were using suspected marijuana. They were also found to be in the possession of under 50 grams of marijuana. All three occupants were taken into custody, processed, and release pending Court.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Det. E. Schapley
CASE NO.: 07000195
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Motor Vehicle Theft
WHEN: February 21 @ 2:30 pm
WHERE: Ellenel Blvd
WHY & HOW: On the above date and time, an Ellenel Blvd resident reported that his 1995 Ford dump truck had been stolen from the front of his home. The truck is described as a Ford F-350, blue in color with a snow plow and sander attached. The markings "A & A Landscaping" are on both sides of the truck.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Hoover
CASE NUMBER: 08000046
CASE NUMBER: 07000770
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Possession of CDS, possession with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia, D.U.I.
WHEN: 8/5/2007 @ 1938 hours
WHERE: 434 Main Street, the parking lot of the Renaissance Square
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Eric Roth
Age: 25
Sex: Male
Address: Matawan
Name: Catherine Gomm
Age: 25
Sex: Male
Address: Matawan
Name: Kimberly Rothacker
Age: 18
Sex: Female
Address: Cliffwood Beach
WHY & HOW: On 8/5/2007 at 1938 hours, police were dispatched to the parking lot of Renaissance for a reported disturbance, which possibly involved the sale of narcotics. Upon arrival, police found a male and female in a maroon Hyu, and a second female in a separate vehicle. As police were speaking with the complainant, the male driver of the maroon vehicle attempted to leave. When he attempted to back out of his parking space, the driver nearly struck a marked police unit. He was immediately stopped, and when the investigating officers approached him, it was determined that he was under the influence of CDS. He was searched prior to arrest, and 2 hypodermic syringes and suspected heroin were located on the male driver. The female passenger was also found to be under the influence and in possession of suspected heroin and paraphernalia. The second female was placed under arrest for possession of paraphernalia and attempted purchase of CDS.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Kevin J. Palmer, #19
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CASE NUMBER: 07000748
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Burglary, theft, criminal mischief
WHEN: 7/29/07 @ 0500 hours
WHERE: Snowhill Discount Liquors
WHY & HOW: At 5:00 am on Sunday, unknown actor(s) broke into the Snowhill Liquors. Entrance was gained by smashing out the glass of the front door, using 2 very large brown landscaping rocks/boulders. Actor(s) made off with undisclosed amount of cash. Anyone having information in regards to this burglary are urged to contact Detective Joseph Vitale at 732-251-2121.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Keenan/Det. Vitale
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CASE NUMBER: 07000741
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: 7/28/07 @ 0237 hours
WHERE: Old Stage Road
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: John M. Cuber
Age: 29
Sex: Male
Address: East Brunswick
WHY & HOW: Following a lawful motor vehicle stop for speeding, Cuber was placed under arrest for D.U.I. He was further charged with reckless driving and speeding by arresting officer Sgt. B. Keenan.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 07000723
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Aggravated assault on police - 2 counts, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct.
WHEN: July 25, 2007 1045 hours
WHERE: Madie Avenue
WHO: (Arrested)
Name:Steven Osadacz
Age: 43
Sex: Male
Address: Madie Avenue
WHY & HOW: Dispatched to Madie Avenue residence on a first aid call for chest pains, Osadacz was suffering from chest pains and difficulty breathing. He was also found to be highly intoxicated. After being examined by EMS and Paramedics, it was determined that Osadacz must go to the hospital for further treatment. Inside the house, Osadacz became violent and punched Officer Fedak and Sgt. Seylaz. Osadacz was transported to the hospital and later to the Middlesex County Adult Correctional Center on default of bail. $25,000.00 no 10%.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Seylaz/Ptl. Fedak
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CASE NUMBER: 07000719
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Possession of CDS, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while suspended.
WHEN: July 21, 2007 1851 hours
WHERE: Manalapan Road
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Carole M. Pope
Age: 66
Sex: Female
Address: Spotswood NJ
WHY & HOW: On 7/21 at approximately 1851, police stopped a white Toyota in to the Pelican Plaza Shopping Center. During this motor vehicle stop, it was discovered that the driver was driving while suspended. It was also discovered that the driver was in possession of drug paraphernalia and suspected Marijuana. There were also several outstanding warrants for the driver. She was later placed under arrest for possession of CDS and possession of drug paraphernalia. She was later turned over to the East Brunswick Police Department on their warrant.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Kevin J. Palmer #19
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CASE NUMBER: 07000697
CHARGE/INCIDENT: D.W.I., Refusal to submit to breath test, reckless driving, maintenance of lamps violation, failure to maintain lane
WHEN: July 14, 2007 0156 hours
WHERE: East Main Street
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Wayne R. Meyers, Jr.
Age: 23
Sex: Male
Address: Parlin, NJ
WHY & HOW: While on patrol in marked unit, Officer observed a black Chevrolet Monte Carlo traveling east on East Main Street with no tail lights. After a lawful motor vehicle stop, the subject was found to be under the influence of alcohol. The subject was arrested and transported to Police Headquarters where he refused to submit to a breath test. An August 16, 2007 Court date is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C. Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. J. Pfeiffer #30
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CASE NUMBER: 06000727
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: June 10, 2007
WHERE: Main Street
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Oscar Barros
Age: 29
Sex: Male
Address: Astoria NY
WHY & HOW: During a lawful motor vehicle stop for speeding ( 45/35), subject found to be DUI. Charged with DUI, DUI in a School Zone, reckless driving, driving on revoked list, speeding and backing down a street.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C. Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 06000727
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Burglary, Theft, Criminal Mischief
WHEN: June of 2006
WHERE: Betty Brite Cleaners, Summerhill Road
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Arthur Cruz
Age: 36
Sex: Male
Address: (LKA) Newark
WHY & HOW: After an 11 month investigation, the above suspect was charged with the burglary of the Betty Brite Cleaners. Subject was linked to the burglary through DNA that he left at the scene. Subject is currently at the Middlesex County Corrections Center on unrelated charges.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. C. Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Det. Joseph Vitale
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CASE NUMBER: 07000547
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI/MVA
WHEN: 5/28/07 @ 0508 hours
WHERE: Old Stage Road
WHO: (Arrested)
Name: Evan P Crovo
Age: 21
Sex: Male
Address: East Brunswick
WHY & HOW: Ptl. Lou Sarti and Ptl. Les Genovese responded to a report of a vehicle that struck/sideswiped a parked vehicle on Old Stage Road. Upon arrival, the driver was found in the middle of the eastbound lane changing his tire approximately 300 feet from the damaged parked vehicle. During the investigation of the MVA, the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was subsequently arrested.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Lou Sarti
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CASE NUMBER: 07000369
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Motor Vehicle Accident
WHEN: 4/16/07 @ 13:22 hours
WHERE: Manalapan Road
WHO: (Arrested or Involved)
Name: Thomas Bracken
Age: 40
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: On the above date and time, Mr. Bracken was driving his 2000 Chevy Silverado on Manalapan Road when he drove off the roadway near Immaculate Conception Church. The vehicle continued down an embankment before plunging into Manalapan Brook. Numerous motorists stopped to call for help or render aid. Spotswood Public Work's employee Keith Foiles entered the truck to keep Bracken calm until he could be removed from the vehicle by Spotswood Police and EMS while the vehicle was still in the water. Mr. Bracken was transported to Robert Wood Johnson Hospital and treated for minor injuries. He was also charged with DWI in a School Zone and reckless driving. Court case is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Joseph Seylaz
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. John Fedak #32