Spotswood Police Department
Spotswood New Jersey
732-251-2121
Emergency: 911
To Protect and To Serve
Police Briefs: 2008
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CASE NUMBER: 08001443
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, DUI in school zone, speeding, reckless driving and failure to maintain marked turning course.
WHEN: 12/13/08 @ 0202 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: John Pi
Age: 30
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe
WHY & HOW: The above defendant was stopped by police for a speeding violation on Main Street. The driver was found to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage and was subsequently placed under arrest. The driver was processed at Spotswood Police Headquarters and later released pending a court appearance.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08001376
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, speeding, reckless driving
WHEN: 11/23/08 @ 1847 hours
WHERE: East Main Street
WHO:
Name: Garrett J. Pechillo
Age: 27
Sex: Male
Address: Parlin
WHY & HOW: On Sunday 11/23/2008 Ptl J. Pfeiffer stopped a motor vehicle for a speeding violation. During the course of the stop it was discovered that the driver was under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested, processed and released. Court action is pending on 12/04/2008 at 18:00 hours.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. J. Pfeiffer #30
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CASE NUMBER: 08001363
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, DUI in school zone, speeding, reckless driving and uninsured motor vehicle.
WHEN: 11/21/08 @ 12:00 am
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: Scott Miller, Jr.
Age: 24
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: The above defendant was stopped for a speeding violation that occurred on Main Street. The defendant was found to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage and was subsequently placed under arrest. He was processed and later released pending a court appearance.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08001311
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: 11/08/08
WHERE: Kane Avenue
WHO:
Name: Patrick Cherry
Age: 23
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: While investigating a female possibly in need of help, the driver of vehicle she was in was found to be highly intoxicated. He was charged with same. Female passenger was transported to Old Bridge Regional Hospital due to highly intoxicated state.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. B. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08001285
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Obstructing Borough Police Officers
WHEN: 11/02/08 @ 0144 hours
WHERE: 289 Main Street (Brookview Terrace)
WHO:
Name: Joshua Bell
Age: 23
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name: Rick Robinson
Age: 23
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: Police were dispatched to the area in front of the Brookview Terrace complex for a fight in progress between two males. Both subjects were placed under arrest and transported to Spotswood HQ for processing. Both subjects were later released pending a court appearance.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese #35
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CASE NUMBER: 08001272
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Obstructing Borough Police Officers
WHEN: 10/31/08 @ 0229 hours
WHERE: 77 Summerhill Road (Police Headquarters)
WHO:
Name: Steven Zandstra
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: South Amboy
WHY & HOW: The above subject was placed under arrest at the Spotswood Municipal Complex after he attempted to interfere with an official police investigation. The subject was released pending a court appearance.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese #35
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CASE NUMBER: 08001224
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Underage possession and consumption of an alcoholic beverage
WHEN: 10/20/08 @ 0100 hours
WHERE: Evergreen Street
WHO:
Name: David Bull
Age: 19
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: Police were dispatched to Evergreen Street for a report of loud music. Upon their arrival, they found the defendant to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage while under the legal age. The subject was placed under arrest, processed and later released pending a court date.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese #35
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CASE NUMBER: 08000162
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Robbery by force (attempted), possession of a weapon
WHEN: 2/10/08 @ 9:20 am
WHERE: Exxon Gas Station, Main Street & Summerhill Road
WHO:
Name: Joseph Sicola
Age: 29
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: click here
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman/Det. Palmer
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Palmer/Bierman
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CASE NUMBER: 08001188
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Possession of marijuana (under 50 grams), possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle.
WHEN: 10/12/08 @ 0124 hours
WHERE: Manalapan Road
WHO:
Name: Kellie A. Grinzo
Age: 19
Sex: Female
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: The above defendant's vehicle was stopped by police when it was observed trespassing on school property at the Immaculate Conception School on Manalapan Road. The driver, who was accompanied by two adult males, was found to be in possession of a clear sandwich bag containing a green colored vegetation suspected to be marijuana and a partially burned marijuana cigarette. In addition, the defendant was found to be in possession of rolling papers and a blunt wrap utilized to smoke marijuana. The defendant was placed under arrest after admitting to possession and transported to police headquarters where she was processed and later released. A court appearance is pending in the Spotswood Municipal Court.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08001166
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Underage possession/consumption of an alcoholic beverage
WHEN: 10/08/08 @ 0142 hours
WHERE: Summerhill Road
WHO:
Name: Christopher M. Sabanos
Age: 19
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: The above defendant was a passenger in a motor vehicle stopped for maintenance of lamps violation on Summerhill Road. The subject was found to have consumed an alcoholic beverage while under the legal age. He was placed under arrest and processes at Spotswood Police Headquarters. The subject was later released pending a court appearance in the Spotswood Municipal Court on October 30, 2008.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000496
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Burglary, criminal trespass, criminal mischief
WHEN: 05/07/08 - ARRESTED 10/1/08
WHERE: Spotswood NJ
WHO:
Name: Kyle Kolbasowski
Age: 19
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: (Click here)
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CASE NUMBER: 08001109
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Unlawful taking of a means of conveyance (joyriding), obstructing the administration of law
WHEN: 09/28/08 @ 0228 hours
WHERE: Old Stage Road Spotswood
WHO:
Name: Juvenile (Driver)
Age: 15
Sex: Male
Address: East Brunswick
Name: Juvenile
Age: 15
Sex: Male
Address: Sayreville
Name: Juvenile
Age: 15
Sex: Male
Address: East Brunswick
WHY & HOW: Police stopped a 2008 Lexus traveling eastbound on Old Stage Road for numerous motor vehicle violations. The driver was found to have take the vehicle from his parents without legal consent. The driver also provided police with false information to conceal his real age of fifteen. The driver and his two juvenile passengers were taken into custody and transported to Spotswood Police Headquarters where they were later released to their parents. All three subjects have been charged and the matter has been referred to the Juvenile Court. The driver was additionally issued several motor vehicle summonses and is scheduled to appear in the Spotswood Municipal Court on those matters.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08001093
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Interference with Police Officers
WHEN: 09/24/08 @ 0334 hours
WHERE: Vliet Street
WHO:
Name: Dennis B. Lombreglia
Age: 22
Sex: Male
Address: Millington NJ
WHY & HOW: Police were investigating a suspicious vehicle parked on Vliet Street in the area of the E. Raymond Appleby School. The occupant of the vehicle, Dennis Lombreglia, was found to be intoxicated and interference with police during the course of an investigation. The subject was placed under arrest and later released pending a court appearance.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08001065
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Possession of CDS, possession of CDS with intent to distribute and possession of drug paraphernalia
WHEN: 09/19/08 @ 0239 hours
WHERE: Lettau Drive
WHO:
Name: Naji A. Yearwood
Age: 25
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
Name: Maria L. Perrin
Age: 25
Sex: Female
Address: Old Bridge
WHY & HOW: On the above date and time, police were investigating a suspicious vehicle on Lettau Drive occupied by the above defendants. Further investigation revealed that the female subject was in possession of a plastic shopping bag containing marijuana which was hidden down the front of her pants. Both subjects were also found to be in possession of numerous glassine bags used to package the marijuana. Both subjects were lodged in the Middlesex County jail on a bail of $50,000.00 each.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08001023
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: 09/09/08 @ 0047 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: Melissa White
Age: 23
Sex: Female
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: White was stopped for speeding (57/35) and found to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. She was charged with DUI, reckless driving, and speeding.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000958
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: 08/26/08 @ -125 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: Kevin Chicas
Age: 42
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: Chicas was stopped for several M.V. violations and found to be intoxicated. He was arrested for DUI. At headquarters he refused to submit to breath testing. He was charged with DUI, refusal, reckless, failure to keep right and failure to signal.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000945
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Underage consumption of alcohol
WHEN: 08/22/08 @ 0150 hours
WHERE: Manalapan Road
WHO:
Name: Austin T. Williams
Age: 198
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: The above defendant, who was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for several violations, was found to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage during a police investigation. The subject was placed under arrest and transported to headquarters where he was later released. A court appearance is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000941
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Manufacturing/Growing Marijuana
WHEN: 8/21/08
WHERE: Janice Drive
WHO:
Name: Cynthia Zemia-Brown
Age: 44
Sex: Female
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: After conducting an investigation into the suspected growth of marijuana at Janice Drive, police executed a search warrant on 8/21 at the home of Zemia-Brown. As a result of this search warrant, four marijuana plants were seized from the property. Zemia-Brown later admitted to the Spotswood Police Detective Bureau that she had in fact planted the marijuana. She was then arrested and charged with possession of marijuana and manufacturing/growing marijuana.
CONTACT PERSON: Det. Kevin Palmer
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Det. Kevin Palmer
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CASE NUMBER: 08000922
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Underage consumption of alcohol, possession of CDS (marijuana under 50g), possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of CDS with intent to distribute.
WHEN: 08/16/08 @ 0110 hours
WHERE: DeVoe Avenue
WHO:
Name: Christopher Lopez
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
Name: juvenile
Age: 16
Sex: male
Address: Monroe Township
Name: juvenile
Age: 16
Sex: male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW:The above defendants were stopped on DeVoe Avenue by Patrolman Les Genovese for numerous motor vehicle violations. The driver, Christopher Lopez, and his two juvenile passengers were found to have consumed alcoholic beverages while under the legal age. All three subjects were taken into custody and police located 3 'blunt' marijuana cigarettes in the suspect's vehicle. Police also found Christopher Lopez in possession of 16 glassine bags containing marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The two juveniles were charged and released to their parents. Lopez was lodged in the Middlesex County Jail with a bail set at $5000.00.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000822
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Interference with Borough Police Officer
WHEN: 07/22/08 @ 1800 hours
WHERE: Wilson Avenue
WHO:
Name: Joseph Mastcomarino
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: On Tuesday, 7/22/08 at approximately 1800 hours, Ptl. Pfeiffer was dispatched to Wilson Avenue for a report of a suspicious vehicle. Upon arrival the vehicle attempted to leave the scene. Said vehicle was successfully stopped and the driver was found to be under the influence of a CDS. He was arrested, processed and released with a return court date of 8/14/08.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. J. Pfeiffer
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CASE NUMBER: 08000874
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Underage Possession/Consumption of Alcohol Beverages
WHEN: 8/03/2008 @ 2239 hours
WHERE: Evergreen Street
WHO:
Name: David Bull
Age: 19
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name: Kyle Kolbasowski
Age: 19
Sex: Male
Address: Bedford VA
Name: John Hughes, Jr.
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name: Brett Brown
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: Police were dispatched to Evergreen Street for a report of a disturbance called in by neighbors. Upon arrival of police, the above subjects were found to be in possession and under the influence of alcoholic beverages while under the legal age. All subjects were later released after being charged with a Borough Ordinance violation for being in possession and under the influence of alcoholic beverages while under legal age. A court appearance is pending in the Spotswood Municipal Court.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. Brian Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000837
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Interference with Borough Police Officer
WHEN: 07/26/08 @ 0146 hours
WHERE: Cambridge Inn, 19 Summerhill Road
WHO:
Name: Steven Osadacz
Age: 44
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: The above defendant, who was intoxicated, was placed under arrest following an altercation at the Cambridge Inn. The subject became uncooperative with police and refused to disperse from the establishment. He was later released with a court date pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000838
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Underage consumption of alcohol
WHEN: 07/26/08 @ 0339 hours
WHERE: Spotswood High School
WHO:
Name: Juvenile
Age: 16
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: The above defendant was found by police walking in the rear parking lot of Spotswood High School. Under further investigation, he was found to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. The subject was taken into custody and later released to his parent. Juvenile court disposition is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000697
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Burglary (Motor Vehicle)
WHEN: 06/22/08 @ 1144 pm
WHERE: Vaughn Avenue
WHO:
Name:
Age: 15
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name:
Age: 15
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name:
Age: 15
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: The above aged juveniles were seen by a citizen entering unlocked cars in the neighborhood. Police were notified and responded to the scene. Police were able to apprehend one juvenile at the scene. Further investigation revealed the names of the other juveniles, in addition to the fact they entered approximately three unlocked vehicles looking for money. Nothing was removed from the vehicles. The three juveniles were charged with burglary. Juvenile Court pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
RELEASED BY: Detective Schapley
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Genovese, Sgt. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000745
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Gas Leak
WHEN: 07/08/08 @ 0833 hours
WHERE: Siegel Court
WHO:
Name:
Age:
Sex:
Address:
WHY & HOW: On 7/08 at approximately 0833 hours, the Spotswood Police Department and Spotswood Fire Department were dispatched to Siegel Court in reference to a gas leak. Upon arrival, it was determined that a contractor installing Verizon Fios had struck a gas line with a shovel. Due to the strong odor of natural gas emanating from the hole, several residents were evacuated as a precaution. PSE&G arrived on scene and subsequently repaired the leak.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. John Fedak
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CASE NUMBER: 08000755
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Kitchen Fire
WHEN: 07/08/08 @ 1151 hours
WHERE: 289 Main Street Building #2
WHO:
Name:
Age:
Sex:
Address:
WHY & HOW: On 7/08 at approximately 1151 hours, the Spotswood Police Department and the Spotswood Fire Department were dispatched to 289 Main Street, Building 2 in reference to a kitchen fire. Upon arrival of patrol officers, smoke was observed in the foyer area and emanating from the windows of the apartment. Upon arrival of the Fire Department and mutual aid from Monroe Fire Department, the fire was subsequently extinguished. The fire was caused by a burning pot left on the stove unattended. The resident was treated at the scene by the Spotswood EMS. The resident refused any further treatment at scene. The resident was able to return to the apartment a short time later.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. John Fedak
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CASE NUMBER: 08000681
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Endangering welfare of a child, D.W.I., with minor passenger, D.W.I., Reckless driving, Speeding, Failure to maintain lane
WHEN: 6/20/2008 1931 hours
WHERE: East Main Street
WHO:
Name: Sheri L. Tyliczka
Age: 36
Sex: Female
Address: Old Bridge
WHY & HOW: On Friday 6/20/08 at 1931 hours, a yellow colored vehicle was stopped on East Main Street for speeding and failure to maintain lane. During the course of the stop, the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol while transporting minor passengers. The subject was arrested, processed and later released on $1500.00 bail with 10% option allowed. A 6/26/08 at 1800 hours Spotswood Municipal Court date is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
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CHARGE/INCIDENT: False Report to Law Enforcement
WHEN: 6/16/2008
WHERE: Spotswood Police
WHO:
Name: Marianna Bukhman
Age: 27
Sex: Female
Address: East Brunswick
Name: David Flance
Age: 29
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: On 5/5/08, Ms. Bukhman signed an IAU investigation against a Spotswood Police Officer. Bukhman and Flance gave a false statement to discredit the Officer. After a 6 week investigation and a review of the tape of the in-car camera system, it was proven that Bukhman & Flance gave a false statement. They were charged with false reports to law enforcement. Court case is pending. Flance was lodged at the MCACC in default of bail. Bukhman was ROR.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000532
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, DUI in a School Zone, Possession of Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
WHEN: 5/15/2008 @0127 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: Victor J. Bach
Age: 45
Sex: Male
Address: East Brunswick
WHY & HOW: The above defendant was stopped by Ptl. Les Genovese for a speeding violation on Main Street and was subsequently found to be driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. The defendant was placed under arrest and a search of his vehicle revealed a "one hitter" pipe kit which contained a greenish colored vegetation suspected to be marijuana. The defendant was transported to Spotswood Police Department where he was processed and later released. A court date is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000234
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, DUI in a School Zone, Refusal, Reckless Driving, Speeding, Failure to Wear Seatbelt
WHEN: 02/29/08 @ 0015 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: Taylor Ryan Cicchino
Age: 25
Sex: Male
Address: Old Bridge
WHY & HOW: Subject was stopped for a speeding violation and found to be intoxicated. He was subsequently arrested for said offense. He was processed and released with a court case pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. B. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000197
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Disorderly conduct & interference with Borough Police
WHEN: 02/19/08 @ 0153 hours
WHERE: DeVoe Avenue
WHO:
Name: Keith A. Morgan
Age: 22
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: Subject was a passenger in a Kelly's Cab that was stopped by Sgt. Keenan for a traffic violation. The defendant, who was highly intoxicated, attempted several times to interfere with the officer's investigation and refused to comply with lawful orders given by the police. The subject was placed under arrest and transported to Spotswood Police Headquarters where he was processed and later released.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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CASE NUMBER: 08000190
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Possession of CDS, possession of CDS with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia, unlawful possession of a weapon
WHEN: 02/16/08 @ 11:59 pm
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: Alex McCarthy
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name: Juvenile
Age: 17
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name: Juvenile
Age: 15
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name: Juvenile
Age: 14
Sex: Female
Address: Old Bridge
WHY & HOW: On the above date and time, police observed a suspicious vehicle leaving the parking lot of Spotswood High School. The vehicle was stopped on Main Street where the 17 year old driver was found to be in possession of glassine bags of marijuana and marijuana seeds. The 17 year old was also found to be in possession of numerous articles of drug paraphernalia and a wooden baseball bat concealed under the seat as a weapon. The 15 year old passenger, who was seated in the rear of the vehicle, was found to be in possession of a multi-colored glass pipe with marijuana residue on it. Both juveniles were taken into custody and later released to their parents with numerous charged pending. Another passenger, Alex McCarthy, was charged with interference with Borough Police during the investigation. He was placed under arrest and later released pending a court appearance in the Spotswood Municipal Court. The two male juveniles will be referred to the Middlesex County Juvenile Court for disposition in this matter. The 14 year old female was taken into custody and later released to her parents with no formal charges pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese/Sgt. Brian Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000188
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Borough Ordinance: False ID
WHEN: 02/16/08 @ 2110 hours
WHERE: 12 Snowhill Street
WHO:
Name: Brian Pearsall, Jr.
Age: 18
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
Name: Juvenile
Age: 17
Sex: Male
Address: Helmetta
Name: Juvenile
Age: 16
Sex: Female
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: Pearsall was observed by officer coming out of a local liquor store with beer. He went to his car, where officer stopped him to check on his age. He was found to have lied to store clerk on his true age (false I.D.). Pearsall was charged under Spotswood's new ordinance. His friends were detained and released to parents following a reprimand by officer, without charges.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. B. Keenan
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CHARGE/INCIDENT: Burglary, criminal attempt, resisting arrest, possession of burglary tools, trespassing
WHEN: 02/12/08 @ 9:30 am
WHERE: Manalapan Road
WHO:
Name: Thomas Swiecicki
Age: 29
Sex: Male
Address: Jamesburg
WHY & HOW: Subject was arrested at a residence on 2/12/2008 after it was reported that there was a burglary in progress. Swiecicki was observed on the property of different residences and entered a home on Manalapan Road. He was located in a shed by Capt. Zarro and arrested. During the arrest, burglary tools were discovered on Swiecicki and he was charged with burglary, criminal attempt, resisting arrest, possession of burglary tools and defiant trespass. He was later lodged in the MCACC in default of $25,000 bail. Court case pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Fedak, Scheicher
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CASE NUMBER: 08000162
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Armed Robbery
WHEN: 02/10/08 @ 9:21 am
WHERE: Exxon Gas Station Main & Summerhill Roads
WHO:
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Age:
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Address:
WHY & HOW: Police are asking for witnesses for assistance in an armed robbery attempt. On Sunday morning a white male over 6 feet tall with a thin build wearing a black down style coat, a black knit ski mask with an opening for his eyes and mouth used a knife in an attempt to rob a gas station attendant at the Spotswood Exxon. When the attendant attempted to stall the actor, he fled the area. He was observed running up Main Street where he ran into a wooded area across from Renaissance Square. Police are asking any witnesses to contact the Spotswood Police Department with information. Investigation conducted by Det. Gene Scheicher, call 732-416-1859. Any information will remain confidential.
CONTACT PERSON: Det. Gene Scheicher
INVESTIGATING OFFICER:
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CHARGE/INCIDENT: Burglary to vehicles
WHEN: 02/08/08 weekend
WHERE: Clover Estates Area
WHO:
Name:
Age:
Sex:
Address:
WHY & HOW: Over the last few weekends, a dozen vehicle burglaries have been reported. Police are asking anyone who has any information to contact Det. Gene Scheicher at the Police Department. 732-416-1859
CONTACT PERSON: Det. Gene Scheicher
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INVESTIGATING OFFICER: CASE NUMBER: 08000129
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Unlawful possession of weapon and illegal scavenging
WHEN: 02/05/08 @ 10:53 hours
WHERE: Herman Drive
WHO:
Name: Osmaro Martinex-Granados
Age: 45
Sex: Male
Address: Plainfield
WHY & HOW: Subject was observed scavenging scrap metal that was put curbside by residents in violation of a Borough Ordinance. A handle of a knife was observed in plain view under the rear seat. Subject was placed under arrest and transported to the MCACC on default of bail of $7500.00, no 10%.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. J. Seylaz
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CASE NUMBER: 08000109
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: 01/29/08 @ 11:45 pm
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: Christopher Conti
Age: 31
Sex: Male
Address: Helmetta
WHY & HOW: Conti was lawfully stopped by Det. Schapley for both a speeding violation and careless driving. Conti was found to be operating his vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Conti was subsequently arrested and transported to police headquarters. Conti was processed and charged with D.U.I., careless driving, speeding, and failure to wear a seatbelt. Spotswood Municipal Court pending on 2/28/08.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Det. Edward Schapley
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CASE NUMBER: 08000059
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, under the influence of CDS, prohibited weapons or devices, possession of CDS with intent to distribute, possession of CDS (5 counts), possession of certain prescriptive drugs (5 counts), possession/consumption of alcoholic beverage by underage person
WHEN: 01/17/08 @ 0154 hours
WHERE: Erickson Avenue
WHO:
Name: Maciek S. Trzeciak
Age: 19
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: On the above date, Ptl. Les Genovese conducted a lawful vehicle stop of the suspect's vehicle for erratic driving. The defendant was found to be under the influence of a controlled substance, specifically marijuana. Based on these observations, the defendant was placed under arrest. Subsequent to the arrest, Ptl. Genovese and Sgt. Brian Keenan located two spring loaded knives and alcoholic beverages in the vehicle. Officers then located a black box containing multiple prescription pills and a glass container containing residue of marijuana. The subject was later transported to Spotswood Police Headquarters for processing. After further investigation, the suspect was found to be in possession of approximately 255 pills which he had no prescriptions for and could not prove that they were prescribed by a physician or dispensed legally by a licensed pharmacist. The subject was transported by Middlesex County Sheriff's Department and lodged in the Middlesex County Adult Corrections Center in default of $50,000.00 bail with 10% option.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese/Sgt. Brian Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000067
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI
WHEN: 01/22/08 @ 0318 hours
WHERE: Main Street
WHO:
Name: George Hatton
Age: 32
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: Hatton was stopped for speeding on Main Street (47/35) and found to be operating his vehicle while intoxicated. He was charged with DUI (39:4-50), reckless driving (39:4-96) and speeding (39:4-98).
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt. B. Keenan
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CASE NUMBER: 08000087
CHARGE/INCIDENT: DUI, Refusal to submit to breath testing
WHEN: 01/22/08 @ 0128 hours
WHERE: DeVoe Avenue
WHO:
Name: Hyun T. Im
Age: 31
Sex: Male
Address: Monroe Township
WHY & HOW: Im was lawfully stopped for speeding by Det. E. Schapley. He was found to be operating his vehicle under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and brought back to headquarters where he refused to submit to breath testing. He was charged with DUI, refusing to submit to breath testing, speeding, DUI in school zone, touring privileges, failure to use 4 way flashers, unclear plates
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Det. E. Schapley
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CASE NUMBER: 08000045
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Burglary, Criminal Trespass
WHEN: 01/12/08 @ 2214 hours
WHERE: Walker Avenue
WHO:
Name: Richard Murray
Age: 36
Sex: Male
Address: Spotswood
WHY & HOW: On 1/12 at 2214 hours, Spotswood Police responded to a Walker Avenue residence on a report of a possible burglary. An area resident observed a male subject climb into a window at Walker Avenue. As police units were responding, the male subject exited the home and was observed by the initial caller. The caller was able to provide arriving units with an accurate description and the subject was taken into custody. He later admitted to entering the home under police questioning.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Det. Kevin Palmer
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CASE NUMBER: 08000046
CHARGE/INCIDENT: Interference with Borough Police
WHEN: 01/13/08 @ 0339 hours
WHERE: DeVoe Avenue and Mundy Avenue
WHO:
Name: Maria Hage-Boutros
Age: 24
Sex: Female
Address: Monroe Township, NJ
WHY & HOW: The above named subject was placed under arrest after police were dispatched to the report of an altercation at the intersection of DeVoe Avenue and Mundy Avenue. The subject was arrested after she was found to be intoxicated and continued to interfere with a police investigation. A court appearance is pending.
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Christopher Bierman
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Ptl. Les Genovese
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