March, 2023

March 29, 2023: Larceny/Theft: On 3/29/23 at 1:49 P.M., Maplewood Patrols responded to Brookwood Drive on a report of a driver side window that had just been broken. Upon arrival they found a Honda that was parked and locked that just had its window shattered. The unknown person who committed the act removed a Laptop, Air pods, and a brown purse from the vehicle.  

March 26, 2023: DWI/Arrest: On 3/26/23 at 3:18 AM, Maplewood Police Officer Alabdalla responded to the area of Boyden Ave and Gifford Ct on a report of an erratic driver. After locating the vehicle and investigation on scene, Maplewood Police Officer Alabdalla arrested a 42-year-old male, Aniekan Robert of Maplewood, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated. Mr. Robert was issued a motor vehicle summons for Driving While Intoxicated and he was released to the custody of a family member. 

March 25, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: On 3/25/23 at 3:04 P.M., the Maplewood Police responded to 1565 Springfield Avenue on a report of an unlocked/unsecured Jeep that was just stolen. The vehicle was left running while the victim went inside the storefront to retrieve an item. Vehicle was last seen traveling Eastbound of Springfield Avenue into Irvington. Vehicle was recovered several days later by Maplewood Detectives in Newark, NJ. 

March 23, 2023: DWI/Arrest: On 3/23/23 at 10:28PM, Maplewood Police Officers Lareau, Moen, and Angerville responded to the area of Walton Rd on a report of a Motor Vehicle Accident. After investigation on scene, Maplewood Police Officers arrested a 51-year-old female, Twanita Bragg of Clark, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated. Bragg was issued a motor vehicle summons for Driving While Intoxicated along with additional motor vehicle summonses and she was released to the custody of a family member. 

In addition to the above events, there was Two shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

March 22, 2023: Theft by Deception Arrest: On 3/22/23, Maplewood Police Detectives Dolias and Zuhowski were investigating several reports related to Maplewood Bridal, located at 1611 Springfield Avenue. The victims reported that they had each purchased and paid for wedding dresses dating back to August 2022 but had not received them and have stopped receiving communication with the business. During the investigation, Maplewood Detectives identified and arrested a 53-year-old female, Nidelka Mayers of East Orange, NJ for five counts of Theft by Deception (2C: 20-4). Mayers was processed and transported to Essex County Jail.  

March 12, 2023: DWI/Arrest: On 3/12/23 at 8:52 PM, Maplewood Police Officers Dolan and Alexander responded to the area of Millburn Avenue and Raymond Terr on a report of a vehicle that was just sideswiped by another motor vehicle. After investigation on scene, Maplewood Police Officers Dolan and Alexander arrested a 44-year-old female, Christina Manion of Eatontown, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated. Manion was issued a motor vehicle summons for Driving While Intoxicated along with additional motor vehicle summonses and she was released to the custody of a family member. 

March 9, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: Maplewood Police received a walk-in citizen report from a resident of 200 Boyden Avenue that his Honda Accord was stolen sometime between 3/8/23 and 3/15/23. The vehicle was recovered on 3/21/23 in Long Beach New York. 

March 09, 2023: DWI/Arrest: On 3/27/23 at 10:30 PM, Maplewood Police Officer Kevin Angerville responded to the 711, located at 1712 Springfield Avenue on a male asleep behind the wheel in the middle of the parking lot obstructing traffic. After investigation on scene, Maplewood Police Officer Angerville arrested a 32-year-old male, Bedins Victor of Orange, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated. Mr. Victor was issued a motor vehicle summons for Driving While Intoxicated and he was released to the custody of a family member. 

March 9, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unlocked/unsecured Infiniti that was left running was taken from the Quick Check parking lot. Vehicle was recovered in Newark, NJ several days later. 

In addition to the above events, there were zero shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

March 6, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A Union resident reported items were taken from her pocketbook that was left in her unlocked/unsecured vehicle, that was parked in the parking lot of 684 Irvington Avenue. This incident occurred sometime between 7pm on 3/4/23 and 1pm on 3/5/23. 

March 6, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: A Kia that was parked on Wellesley Street was broken into when an unknown person smashed out the rear passenger window to gain entry to the vehicle. Once entry was gained to the vehicle, the ignition was damaged by an unknown object in an attempt to steal the vehicle. This incident occurred sometime during the early morning hours on Monday, March 6. 

March 6, 2023: Burglary: A resident of Fairview Terr was a victim of a burglary. On Monday, at approximately 3:30 AM, the home was entered by two males dressed in all black through an unlocked window located on the driveway side of the home. Once inside the unknown actors took possession of four set of car keys that were located by the side entrance of the home. The unknown males then removed all four vehicles from the property and fled with the two BMWs. The other vehicles were left on the street in front of the driveway. The family was not confronted in this incident and both vehicles were recovered by detectives.  

March 5, 2023: Motor Vehicle Stop/Arrest: On March 5 at 7:00 pm, during a motor vehicle stop, Maplewood Police Officer Perone arrested a 42 year-old male, Kareem Collins of Maplewood, NJ for Hindering Apprehension and for one outstanding NCIC Warrant issued out of Middlesex County. Collins was turned over to the custody of Middlesex County. 

March 5, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Elmwood Ave reported that an unlocked/unsecured Audi and Toyota was rummaged through on March 4th at 10:21pm by two unknown males that had their face covered with facemasks. He reported that a set of wire headphones were removed from the Toyota. 

March 4, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Oberlin St reported that an unknown person broke several windows on her locked/secured Honda during the overnight hours while the vehicle was parked in her driveway. Victim reported several items were removed from her vehicle.  

March 3, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A contractor doing work at a home on Claremont Avenue reported, a black bookbag that was left in his unsecured/unlocked Ford truck was removed while he was doing work inside the residence. The vehicle was entered by an unknown person between the hours of 8:00 am and 11:50 am on Friday, March 3rd. 

In addition to the above events, there was zero shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

March 3, 2023: at approx. 0806 AM the Maplewood Police responded to the area of Columbia HS on a report of an unknown male that had a verbal altercation with a teacher at Ritzer field. The teacher advised CHS admin staff of a possible threat that lead the school to be placed into a modified lock down. Moments earlier, the Maplewood Police received a call from CVS about an unruly male who assaulted a patron of the store. The unknown male was described as follows: African American, 5’8 – 5’9 height, heavy set, wearing a dark colored hooded sweatshirt, black sweat pants with his glasses on his head. Patrols made contact at the intersection of Jefferson Ave and Valley St with the unknown male. As patrols stopped the male to investigate the incident, they observed a purple toy water gun protruding from his pocket that was confiscated. Due to the male exhibiting signs of clear altered mental status, he was evaluated by South Essex Fire Department and transported to Newark Beth Israel. He was ultimately evaluated and released from Newark Beth Israel Hospital to MPD custody and transported to Essex County correctional Facility due to an outstanding warrant out of Pennsylvania.  At no time was the school entered or threats made towards students.

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March 1, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unlocked/unsecured Volkswagen that was left running was taken from Wellesley Street Wednesday at 7:40 PM. 

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You   

February 27, 2023: DWI/Arrest: On 2/27/23 at 4:07 AM, Maplewood Police Officer Mohammad Alabdalla responded to the area of Berkshire Rd on a report of a car that struck a tree. After investigation on scene, Maplewood Police Officer Alabdalla arrested a 47-year-old male, Erikson Ortiz of Union, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated. Mr. Ortiz was issued a motor vehicle summons for Driving While Intoxicated along with additional motor vehicle summonses and he was released to the custody of a family member.   

February 24, 2023: Larceny/Theft: Sometime during the overnight hours on Friday, a pocketbook was removed from an unlocked/unsecured Lincoln from a driveway of a resident of Midland Blvd. The pocketbook was recovered by Maplewood Patrols down the street and returned to the owner. 

In addition to the above events, there were two shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

February 22, 2023: Suspicious Condition: A resident of Alden Pl contacted the Maplewood Police Department on Wednesday, at 9:12 am to report that three unknown male juveniles were in his neighbor’s backyard. He further reported that the unknown males then began to walk down his driveway and around his vehicle. He reports one male walked up to his front door and when he observed this and yelled out to them, they fled into a dark colored vehicle towards Springfield Avenue. Responding units were able to capture a license plate on the vehicle fleeing the area, it returned on a stolen vehicle out of Montclair NJ. Patrols checked the surrounding area and no homes or vehicles were entered.   

February 18, 2023: An unlocked/unsecured Durango was rummaged through when the owner parked the vehicle behind 1553 Springfield Avenue (Bradfords Barr). The Owner reports parking the vehicle on Saturday, at 12:30 pm and when she returned to the vehicle at 2:48 pm several items were removed from her Durango. 

February 18, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A resident from Tuscan Road reports that a Amazon package that was delivered on Saturday, 10:29 am was removed from her front steps after it was delivered. An unknown person wearing a black puffy jacket, black hooded sweatshirt, and black pants was captured on video surveillance stealing the package.   

February 16, 2023: Larceny/Theft: DCH employee reported a dealer license plate was taken from DCH Audi located at 2211 Millburn Avenue. At this time, it is unsure when the license plate was taken and Detectives are currently investigating. 

In addition to the above events, there was one shoplifting incident during this time frame.

February 14, 2023: Larceny/Theft: An unsecured/unlocked Mercedes Benz was rummaged through during the early morning hours Tuesday, February 14. Caller reports hearing his car horn sounding and when he looked outside he observed a unknown black male approximately 14 years old wearing a black sweatshirt rummaging through his vehicle. The male was last seen running down Hillcrest Rd towards Irvington Avenue. Victim reported that his wallet was removed from the vehicle in this incident. 

February 13, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A Catalytic Convertor was removed from a work van that was parked in a private lot on Ohio Street. Owner reported parking his van on Friday, February 10 and when he returned on Monday, February 13 at 8 am he discovered the Catalytic Convertor was removed from his vehicle. 

February 11, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unsecured/unlocked Mercedes Benz with the keys left inside was stolen from a driveway of a resident on Fairview Terrace. Owner reports the vehicle was parked at 9 p.m. on Friday, February 10, 2023 and when she went out to the vehicle on Saturday at 9 a.m. February 11, 2023 the vehicle was missing. Vehicle was recovered in Newark several days later. 

February 11, 2023: LSA/MVA: On February 11,2023 approximately 6:36 pm, the Maplewood Police Department was notified of a pedestrian struck in the area of Chancellor Avenue and 44th Street. Maplewood Units responded to the area of the crash to render aid to the female pedestrian. The striking vehicle did not remain on scene of the crash. The victim, later identified as a 67-year-old female resident of Maplewood was transported to University Hospital where she is being treated for non- life-threatening injuries. This is an on-going investigation by the Maplewood Traffic Unit.

February 10, 2023: Larceny/Theft Arrest: On February 10 at 11:29am, Maplewood Police Department Responded to Walgreens located at 1511 Springfield Avenue on a report of shoplifting. During the investigation on scene, Officer Celis provided a description on the actor to other units responding. Officer Gill and Officer Mesler were able to locate a male matching the description at the intersection of Springfield Avenue and Rutgers Street. Officers arrested a 36-year-old male, Quadir Harris of Newark, NJ for Shoplifting. He was processed and released form police custody. 

In addition to the above events, there were zero shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

On February 07, 2023, Columbia High School hosted a basketball game against Irvington High School, and at the conclusion, a large group of over a hundred exited the gym. Multiple fights started within the crowd. Maplewood Police officer assigned to the game notified the police department via radio. Officers quickly responded to the Colombia High School gymnasium parking lot at approximately 8:30 pm. Once in the area, Maplewood officers requested mutual aid from other jurisdictions to assist due to the number of people. The crowd dispersed, and the visiting team safely left the area. EMS evaluated two students with parents present and determined no further medical assistance.

Maplewood Police Department transported one juvenile involved to police headquarters for parent notification. 

February 6, 2023: Attempted Motor Vehicle Theft: A resident of Van Ness Terr was a victim of an attempted motor vehicle theft on Monday, February 6th, at approximately 8:00 am.  The vehicle owner left their unlocked/unsecured vehicle running with a child inside while he went back inside the home to retrieve an item. Upon exiting his home he observed a black male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, white sneakers, orange gloves, and white surgical mask run from his vehicle and enter a dark grey or black BMW. Nobody was harmed in this incident. 

February 6, 2023: Larceny/Theft: On Monday, February 6, 2023 at 10:00 am an unlocked/unsecured work van was entered when the owner parked his vehicle on Midland Blvd. An unknown male removed a tablet from the vehicle and fled in a dark colored BMW.  

February 3, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Claremont Avenue reported that a package that was delivered on Friday, February 3rd, was removed from his front steps by an unknown male wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt.

In addition to the above events, there was one shoplifting incident during this time frame.

February 02, 2023: Burglary:  On Thursday 2/2/23 at approximately 5:00 am Maplewood Patrols responded to a home on Hoffman Street on a report of a burglary that occurred several hours early. Two unknown actors entered the rear of the home at approximately 2:40 am through an unlocked rear sliding door. Once inside the unknown males removed two set of car keys and a pocketbook along with a laptop from the first floor of the home. Actors then fled in the homeowners BMW M5 and BMW M2. Unknown actors never made contact with homeowners who were home and not confronted in this incident.     

February 01, 2023: Package Theft: A Package that was delivered on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 was stolen from the front steps of a home on William Street. It is reported that the package was delivered at 5:29 pm and an unknown person with a full ski-mask wearing a green jacket took possession of the box and was last seen walking towards Boyden Avenue. 

February 01, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A Ford F150 that was left unlocked/unsecured was entered on Wednesday, February 1st at approximately 12:00 pm in a driveway on Courter Avenue. A backpack that contained an I-pad was reported taken from the vehicle. 

In addition to the above events, there was Five shoplifting incident during this time frame.

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You   

January 30, 2023: Motor Vehicle Stop/Arrest: On 1/30/2023 at 5:40 pm, during a motor vehicle stop in the area of Boyden Ave and Jacoby Street, Officer Perone of the Maplewood Police Department arrested a 19 year old male, Kyion Phillips of Maplewood, NJ for Unlawful Possession of a Handgun 2C: 39-5B, Possession of Hollow Point Bullets 2C: 39-3F(1) and Prohibited Weapon 2C: 39-3, and a 20 year old female, Aqeelah Claiborne of Newark, NJ for Unlawful Possession of a Handgun 2C: 39-5B, Possession of Hollow Point Bullets 2C: 39-3F(1) and Prohibited Weapon 2C: 39-3. Both were processed and transported to Essex County Correctional Facility.   

January 27, 2023: Larceny/ Theft: A walk in Citizen Report reporting a past tense package theft that was delivered to the front steps in the 700 block of Irvington Avenue. Victim reported that the package was delivered on Friday, January 25th at 3:37 pm. 

January 25, 2023: DWI/Arrest: On 1/25//2023 at 7:08 PM, during a motor vehicle stop of a vehicle obstructing traffic on Springfield Avenue, Officer Dolan arrested a 43-year-old male, Alfonso Quispe of Union, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated. Mr. Quispe was issued his motor vehicle summons for Driving While Intoxicated along with an additional three summonses and he was released into the custody of a family member. 

January 25, 2023: DWI/Arrest: On 1/25//2023 at 9:39PM, during a motor vehicle stop, Officer Perone arrested a 22-year-old male, Luis Bravo of Summit, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated. Mr. Bravo was issued his motor vehicle summons for Driving While Intoxicated along with a numerous traffic summons and he was released into the custody of a family member.    

January 23, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: A BMW X5 that was left running in the parking lot of WAWA, located at 1511 Springfield Avenue, was stolen when the owner was attempting to put air in her tires on Monday Afternoon. The vehicle was recovered a short time later in Irvington.     

January 22, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: A Nissan Sentra that was left running and unattended was stolen from the 1900 block of Springfield Avenue. Vehicle was recovered in Newark by Essex County Sheriff’s Department parked and unoccupied. 

January 20, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: A unsecured/ unlocked Toyota Highlander with the keys left inside was stolen from a driveway on Courter Avenue sometime between 7p.m and 8:10pm on Friday, January 20th. Vehicle was recovered in NYC on Monday, January 23rd.    January 19, 2023: Public Disturbance/Civil: On Thursday,

In addition to the above events, there was One shoplifting incident during this time frame.

1/19/2023 at approximately 7:09 a.m. Maplewood Patrols responded to 1511 Springfield Avenue (Wawa) on a dispute between customer and employee. Patrol units arrived and gas attendant reported having a verbal altercation with an unknown male. The employee and the customer continued to argue when the unknown male went inside the establishment to report the employee to management. Once inside the Wawa, the unknown male allegedly brandishes a small pocket knife. Actor doesn’t threaten or assault employee and exits the store and enters a two-door sedan and heads eastbound on Springfield Ave. He is described as a 40-year-old black male, approximately 5’5’’ in height, skinny build wearing a green hooded sweatshirt, black jacket and blue jeans.  

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January 16, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unsecured/unlocked Mazda was stolen from a driveway of a resident on Colgate Rd. Owner reports the vehicle was parked at 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 15, 2023 and when he went out to the vehicle on Monday at 10 p.m. January 16, 2023 the vehicle was missing.    

January 16, 2023: Larceny/Theft: On Monday, January 16, 2023 an unlocked/unsecured Dodge Durango was entered when the owner parked vehicle in the 1800 block of Springfield Avenue. Owner reports that a black wallet and black Puma bag was removed from the vehicle.  

January 15, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unsecured/unlocked Honda Pilot with the keys inside was stolen from a driveway on Courter Avenue. Vehicle was recovered in Irvington.   

January 14, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: A Hyundai Sonata that was parked at St. Andrew Kim Church was stolen sometime during the overnight hours on Friday, January 13th. Owner reported locking the motor vehicle. 

January 12, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Union Avenue had an unlocked/unsecured vehicle rummaged through sometime during the overnight hours and a spare key to her neighbor’s car was removed.  

January 12, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: A unsecured/ unlocked Honda CRV was stolen from a driveway on Union Avenue sometime during the overnight hours on Thursday, January 12th. Vehicle was recovered in Newark several hours later by Newark Police Department.   

In addition to the above events, there was Two shoplifting incident during this time frame.

January 10, 2023: Theft from Motor Vehicle: On 1/9/23 a unlocked/unsecured work van was entered on Menzel Avenue while it was parked on the street. Owner reported his insurance card, registration card, and tools were removed from the vehicle. 

January 9, 2023: Larceny/Theft: On January 09, 2023, at 07:30 pm, Maplewood Police Officers Alexander and Cruz responded to Quick check on Springfield Avenue on a report of a shoplifter. Quick Check associates reported that a black male wearing blue jeans, black jacket, a grey hooded sweatshirt, holding a green Whole Foods style shopping bag, concealed $138.26 of Kit-Kat bars and fled the store. Responding Officers located the male matching the description on Springfield Avenue. Marcus Peay, age 49, of Newark. Peay was placed under arrest and charged with shoplifting and possession of drug paraphernalia. Peay was turned over to Union PD on an outstanding Warrant after processing. 

January 09, 2023: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Buckingham Garden Pkwy reported his unlocked/unsecured Subaru was entered and a Laptop that was on the passenger seat was stolen. He reports the theft occurred between 7:50 pm and 11:00 pm on Monday, 1/9/23. 

January 07, 2023: Attempted Burglary: At 0145 A.M patrols responded to the 600 block of Prospect Street on a house alarm activation. As patrols were conducting an exterior check of the residence, they observed an open garage window with a screen lying in the bushes. They also located a kitchen window ajar that activated the house alarm. Resident was home at the time and woke up by the alarm sounding. A check of video provided by the homeowner shows two unknown actors on the property. The first subject was wearing a black/blue North Face style jacket with a black ski-mask, dark colored pants and black/white sneakers. The second subject was wearing a grey/black jacket with a grey hooded sweatshirt, a red facemask, light pants and black gloves. The residence was not entered and homeowners were not harmed. Actors fled in an unknown direction and nothing was reported stolen in this incident. 

January 5, 2023: Package Theft: Walk in Citizen Report from a resident of Durand Road who reported a package that was delivered to his front steps was taken by an unknown male who pulled up across the street from his home in a dark colored black vehicle. Detectives are waiting on video from the homeowner for potential identification. 

January 5, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: Sometime during the overnight hours on Monday, 1/2/23 a 2018 Hyundai that was locked/secured was stolen from a driveway in the 200 block of Tuscan Road. The Vehicle was later recovered in Port Washington New York. 

In addition to the above events, there was one shoplifting incident during this time frame.

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On Wednesday January 4, 2023 at approximately 1:39 am, the Maplewood Police Department received a 911 call from a 49-year-old resident of Jacoby Street who stated that he was just robbed in his driveway. The resident reported that as he was exiting his vehicle, he was approached by two unknown black males (one wearing a white colored hooded sweatshirt with a black mask and one wearing a dark colored sweatshirt with a black mask, both appeared to be between 20-25 years of age). One of the unknown males brandished a small black handgun and demanded the resident’s keys and wallet. Once the resident refused to turn over those items, he was struck with the butt of the handgun causing a minor injury. At the same time, the second unknown male removed the resident’s wallet from the vehicle. After the altercation, the unknown males took off on foot northbound toward Springfield Avenue. The resident was evaluated for his injuries by South Essex Fire Department and ultimately refused medical attention.  

Anyone with information or video of the suspects should contact Detective Zuhowski at 973-761-7929 or email JZUHOWSKI@MAPLEWOODNJ.GOV

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 January 01, 2023: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unsecured/unlocked motor vehicle was stolen from a driveway of a resident on Fernwood Rd during the overnight hours on 1/3/23. 

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You   

December 31, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A cell phone was stolen from Express Laundry World when a patron placed her cellphone down on a table. Video Cameras shows the actor to be an unknown black male approximately 6’ 00” in height, medium build, wearing a black knit cap, black shirt, blue denim jacket, and black pants remove the cellphone from the store and walk eastbound on Springfield Avenue towards Irvington. 

December 29, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Taranto Ct filed a citizen’s report documenting a past tense theft of a package. He reports that the package was delivered on 12/03/22 to his house but when he arrived home the package was missing. 

December 27, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A resident from Ohio Street reported a past tense package theft that was delivered and removed from her front steps on 12/12/22.

December 26, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A package that was delivered to a home in the 600 block of Prospect Street was stolen from the front steps by an unknown female that fled in a black vehicle.  

December 20, 2022: Larceny/Theft: During the overnight hours on 12/20/22 a catalytic convertor was stolen from a vehicle parked on the property in the 400 block of Boyden Avenue. A black SUV was captured fleeing the area after the incident. 

December 12, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unsecured/unlocked motor vehicle running was stolen from the 200 block of Rutgers Street on Monday, 12/12/20 at approximately 8:00 P.M  Vehicle was recovered in Irvington the next morning.  

December 11, 2022: Larceny/Theft: On 12/11/22 at 1111 hrs. Maplewood Patrols were called to CVS located on Valley Street for a shoplifter inside the store. Maplewood Officers arrested 33-year-old Michael Campo of Irvington NJ for Shoplifting. 

December 10, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: A unsecured/ unlocked motor vehicle with keys inside was stolen from the 1700 block of Springfield Avenue. Vehicle was parked at 08:00 P.M on 12/10/22 and when owner went out to the vehicle on 12/11/22 at 07:00 A.M. the vehicle was missing. Vehicle was recovered in Newark several days later. 

December 10, 2022: Theft from Auto: A work van that was parked in a driveway in the 700 block on Valley Street was entered and victim reports that a tool kit along with his Drivers License, registration, and insurance card was missing from the vehicle. Unknown person gained entry by smashing out the driver’s side window. This incident occurred sometime during the overnight hours on Saturday, 12/10/22.

December 09, 2022: Bicycle/Theft: A Maplewood residents locked/secured bicycle was stolen from the Maplewood Train Station on Friday, 12/9/22 between the hours 0700Am and 06:00 P.M.  

In addition to the above events, there was Three shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

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The Maplewood Police Department had two incidents that occurred today 40 minutes apart though unrelated.

On 12/7/2022 at approximately 705 AM, the South Essex Fire Department (SEFD) was dispatched to a reported house fire at 60 Maplewood Avenue, Maplewood, NJ. SEFD extinguished the fire and during the preliminary sweep a 60-year-old female was located inside the home. The female was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment. This incident is still under investigation by the South Essex Fire Department and the Maplewood Police Department. No further information is available at this time.

On 12/7/2022 at approximately 745 AM, the Maplewood Police Department received a 911 call from a good Samaritan stating that a woman was injured on the 1600 block of Springfield Ave Maplewood, NJ. Maplewood Police arrived to find a 50-year-old female with multiple injuries who was immediately transported to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment. Officers determined that this was a domestic violence incident between mother and son.  The son is in custody.  This is an ongoing investigation; no further information is available at this time.

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You  

November 30, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: An unsecured/unlocked motor vehicle parked in the driveway on Park Rd was stolen between the hours of 2030-2330 hrs. on 11/29/22. Vehicle was eventually recovered in Newark. 

November 17, 2022: Theft from Motor Vehicle: An unlocked/unsecured vehicle was entered while vehicle was parked on Hillcrest Rd. Unknown actor removed a Samsung Tablet and a wallet from the vehicle.  

November 17, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: A unsecured/unlocked vehicle that was parked in a driveway on Park Ave was stolen during the overnight hours. Vehicle was recovered in Newark several days later.  

November 17, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Prospect Street reports two packages that were delivered were removed by unknown person(s) from her front steps. The packages were stolen during the hours of 8AM and 4PM on 11/16/22 and 11/17/22. 

In addition to the above events, there was Two shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

November 15, 2022: Burglary: Maplewood Patrol units during the overnight hours responded to the area of Boyden Avenue on a Burglary in progress. Patrols were able to locate a 64 yr. old male leaving the property with a crowbar in hand. Officer on scene investigated and noticed forced entry to a rear door of the residence and detected a smell of gas. Several pipes in the basement were cut and were in the process of being removed by the male and it was determined one pipe cut was a gas line. MFD and PSE&G was notified and responded. The male was placed into custody and charged with Burglary, Burglary Tools, and Criminal Mischief and transported to Essex County Correctional Facility. 

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On 11/13/2022 at approximately 2340hrs, central dispatch received a 911 call from a resident who reported an attempted strong-arm robbery that had occurred 20 mins prior at the intersection of North Terr and Edgewood Pl. The 42-year-old female victim reported that while walking home from the Maplewood train station, she observed a black colored SUV pull up beside her and a passenger exit the vehicle. The suspect was a black male approximately 5’10 in height wearing dark clothing and covering his face with a black scarf. The suspect pushed the victim to the ground and attempted to pull her pocketbook from her shoulder as he punched her several times. The victim refused to release her belongings and the suspect gave up and ran back to an awaiting vehicle and was last seen traveling Northbound on North Terr. towards Parker Avenue. Nothing was reported taken from the victim, and victim refused medical attention.     

Anyone with information or video of the suspects should contact Detective Zuhowski at 973-761-7929 or email JZUHOWSKI@MAPLEWOODNJ.GOV

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November 10, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Hughes Street reported that an unknown timeframe her front plate was removed from her Honda CRV that was parked in her driveway.  

November 10, 2022: Theft from Motor Vehicle: A West Orange resident reported while her unsecured/unlocked vehicle was parked in the parking lot of 1565 Springfield Avenue her backpack was removed from her vehicle when she returned to her vehicle. 

November 10, 2022: Theft from Motor Vehicle: A unsecured/unlocked vehicle that was parked at the Maplewood County Club was entered and a fanny pack was removed from the vehicle by an unknown person between the hours of 1440 – 1530 hrs. on 11/10/22. 

November 03, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Elmwood Ave (Winchester Gardens) reported a past tense theft of jewelry valued at $1500.00 that was removed from her room sometime in October. 

November 01, 2022; Larceny/Theft: A resident of Schaefer Road had two dirt bikes removed from his garage during the overnight hours on 11/1/22. Security footage on property shows a black male wearing dark clothing removing the bikes from the garage.   

November 01, 2022:  Theft from Motor Vehicle:  A vehicle left unsecured with the key fob inside was entered on Oakview Avenue during the overnight hours and the fob was removed from the vehicle. 

In addition to the above events, there was One shoplifting incident during this time frame.  

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You  

October 30, 2022: Theft from Motor Vehicle: A resident of North Terr had their unsecured/unlocked vehicle entered that was parked in the driveway of the home. Unknown juveniles removed keys from the vehicle.   

October 29, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: Owner reports parking his vehicle in the parking lot of 1521 Springfield Avenue (Bank of America) and upon returning his vehicle was missing. Owner reports locking and securing his vehicle.   

October 29, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: Owner parked his vehicle and left vehicle unlocked and running on Springfield Avenue and when he returned his vehicle was last seen traveling Westbound on Springfield Avenue.     

October 25, 2022: Package Theft: A resident of Irvington Avenue reported a package stolen from his front porch after being delivered. 

October 24, 2022: Burglary:  A resident of Springfield Avenue was a victim of a burglary that occurred on 10/23/22 at 2018 hrs. At time of report an unknown person entered the apartment through a bedroom window and ransacked the apartment. Maplewood Patrol Officers while working with the caller were able to conduct a stop on a male on Springfield Avenue that our caller was able to positively identify as being on the property. The male was arrested on scene without further incident along with the proceeds from the burglary. Actor was charged with Burglary and released from Headquarters on a Summons.    

October 20, 2022: Package Theft: A resident of Boyden Avenue had a package stolen from his front steps shortly after it was delivered. Resident reports seeing a black male walk onto his property and remove the package and was last seen fleeing in a Red Camry.  

October 20, 2022:  Motor Vehicle Theft:  A vehicle left unsecured/running with the key in it was stolen from a driveway on Boyden Avenue while the owner was warming up his vehicle. Detectives eventually recovered the vehicle in NYC the next day parked and unsecured 

October 16, 2022: Larceny Theft from Auto: On 10/16/22 an unlocked/unsecured vehicle on Lexington Avenue was entered and a wallet was removed.  

October 15, 2022; Larceny Theft from Auto: A resident of Hilton Avenue left his vehicle unsecured and sometime between the hours of 2000-0300 hrs. on 10/15/22 a laptop was removed from his vehicle.  

In addition to the above events, there were Four shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

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On October 31, 2022, at approximately 06:48 am, the Maplewood Police Department received a call of a male being assaulted in front of his home on Meadowbrook Pl. Patrols responded to the area and were flagged down by a 49-year-old male resident reporting he was just approached by a black sedan and robbed at gunpoint.  Approximately three to four black males exited the vehicle, with one brandishing a handgun and physically assaulted the victim throwing him to the ground.  The unknown suspects removed the victim’s wallet, cellphone, and keys. Suspects last seen entering the black sedan travelling towards Elmwood Avenue. Victim refused medical attention on scene and suffered swelling around his left eye.

Anyone with information or video of the suspects should contact Detective Gyimoty at 973-761-7927 or email SGYIMOTY@MAPLEWOODNJ.GOV

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On October 18, 2022, at approximately 09:10 pm, a Maplewood Patrol Unit was flagged down by a 25-year-old female resident who reported she was just robbed at the corner of Parker Avenue and Cherry Pl. While walking home Westbound on Parker Avenue a black Honda Accord pulled up next to her and two black males with ski-masks exited the vehicle and confronted her. One male brandished a black handgun grabbed the victim by her backpack and threw her to the ground and then pointed a semi-automatic handgun at her head and stated, “give me everything you got, bitch!”. Actors then take control of her backpack and I-phone 11 from her person and before fleeing kick victim while she is lying on the ground. Actors then enter an awaiting black Honda Accord and are last seen fleeing eastbound on Parker Avenue into Irvington.  Victim refused medical attention and at time of this report did not report sustaining any injuries. Victim reports both Actors as being black males approximately 5’ 9” in height, between 18-20 years of age.

Anyone with information or video of the suspects should contact our Detective Bureau at 973-762-7926 or Detective Rella at NRELLA@MAPLEWOODNJ.GOV

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October 14, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: A resident of Crestwood Drive while unloading items from their motor vehicle had their unsecured/running vehicle stolen during the afternoon hours on Friday. 

October 07, 2022:  Motor Vehicle Theft:  A vehicle left unsecured with the key in it was stolen from the driveway of Field Road during the overnight hours. Vehicle eventually recovered in Newark several days later. 

October 07, 2022: Theft from Vehicle: A unsecured/unlocked motor vehicle was entered during the overnight hours from a resident of Marie Place. Victim reported a laptop was removed from the unsecured vehicle. 

October 06, 2022; Motor vehicle Theft: A resident of Claremont Avenue had his vehicle stolen from his driveway during the overnight hours. Owner reports having possession of keys and locking his doors, however was unable to provide proof to Officers on scene having possession of keys. Vehicle recovered in Newark several days later. 

In addition to the above events, there were Three shoplifting incidents during this time frame.

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You  

September 30, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: A resident of Hillcrest Road reported his vehicle parked in front of his home was taken during the overnight hours. It was reported that the vehicle was secured and owner has possession of both keys for the vehicle. 

September 30, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: Owner parked his vehicle and left vehicle unlocked and running at Wawa located at 1511 Springfield Avenue and when he returned his vehicle was missing. Vehicle recovered in Newark. 

September 22, 2022:  Motor Vehicle Theft:  A vehicle left unsecured with the key in it was stolen from Springfield Avenue while the owner went into the store to shop. Detectives eventually recovered the vehicle in Irvington the next day parked and unsecured. 

September 17, 2022: Commercial Burglary: The Maplewood Police Department is investigating a commercial burglary that occurred during the early morning hours on Saturday September 17, 2022 at our T-Mobile Store located at 1857 Springfield Avenue. Unknown Actors gained entry through a rear window of the store and once inside attempted to access the safe. Store Alarm was activated upon entry and actors fled through the backdoor without any proceeds. 

September 16, 2022; Motor vehicle Theft: A resident of Broadview Avenue left his vehicle unsecured and running while he entered his home for an item and when he returned the vehicle was seen fleeing Eastbound on Springfield Avenue. 

September 16, 2022: Larceny Theft of Bike: At 1541 hrs. an unlocked/unsecured garage on Dunnell Road was entered a bicycle was removed. A 59 yr. old male who was observed entering the garage and removing the bicycle and was taken into custody without incident. 

September 14, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A resident of Oregon Street reports a package theft occurred off her front porch and provided police with video footage of the incident. Value of package stolen was reported as $202.58.

September 14,2022: Larceny/Theft: Tuscan Elementary School reported five I-Pads were taken from a cabinet located in the school library. The incident was reported as occurring during the summer at an undetermined time. 

September 14, 2022: Larceny/Theft: A vehicle that was parked unlocked/unsecured behind 1882 Springfield Avenue was rummaged through and items were removed from the vehicle.

September 13, 2022: Larceny/Theft: 1511 Springfield Avenue (WAWA) unknown white male attempted to remove energy drinks by placing them into his bookbag. Staff confronted male and bag was left behind in the store. 

September 11, 2022: Theft from Auto:  At 0400 hours a vehicle left unsecured was rummaged through while parked at 1511 Springfield Avenue (Wawa) and a I-Phone 11 was removed from vehicle. 

September 11, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: a vehicle left running and unsecured was taken from 1511 Springfield Avenue (WAWA). Vehicle was recovered in Newark a few hours later. 

September 10,2022: Theft from Auto: A resident of Jefferson Ave had his unsecured/unlocked vehicle rummaged through during the overnight hours. A black wallet with $200.00 in cash and multiple credit cards was reported stolen. 

September 10, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft:  A vehicle left unsecured with the keys in it was stolen from the driveway of a Jefferson Ave residence.  

September 09, 2022: Larceny/Theft: At 1050 hrs. patrols responded to 1511 Springfield Ave (WAWA) were management reported that a black male wearing dark colored shorts, a dark colored shirt and a yellow high visibility vest entered the gas attendant booth and removed approximately $100.00 from the register. 

September 8, 2022: Larceny Theft/Purse Snatch: A 43 yr. old Springfield Resident walked into Police Headquarters to report a past tense purse snatch that occurred on August 31, 2022 at 1330 hours. She reports that she stopped at corner of Lexington Ave and Burnett Ave when an unknown black male snatched her purse and continued running away. No injuries reported in incident and no words exchanged.   

September 8, 2022: Motor Vehicle Theft: At 0500 hrs. a vehicle left unsecured/unlocked was stolen from the parking lot of Wawa. Vehicle was later recovered in Newark.   

September 7,2022: Theft from Auto:  Walk in Citizen Report from a resident who reported that her unsecured/unlocked vehicle was entered and her wallet was removed from vehicle while parked at 1881 Springfield Avenue.

September 7, 2022: Theft from Auto: During the overnight hours a resident of Elmwood Avenue had their unlocked/unsecured vehicle entered. A Satchel and Bible were reportedly stolen.  

September 06, 2022: Larceny Theft/Shoplifting: At 1917 hours Wawa reported that a black male approximately five foot in height entered the store and placed multiple bags of candy inside a large duffle bag and exited the store without making proper payment.   

September 04, 2022: Burglary: At approximately 12:19 pm, an unknown person entered a home on Oberlin Terr through an unlocked/unsecured front window. Once inside approximately $40.00 was removed from the home. Homeowners were not home at time of incident.    

September 03, 2022: Theft from Auto: A resident of Hilton Ave had his unsecured/unlocked vehicle rummaged through during the overnight hours. A black wallet and $10.00 were reported stolen from the vehicle. 

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You  

On Sunday 8/21/22 at approximately 9:15pm, Patrols responded to the area of 88 Tiffany Pl on a report of an armed robbery. Upon arrival Officers they made contact with a female (22 years old) Maplewood resident who reported that she was the victim of an armed robbery. 

The victim reports she was sitting in her vehicle facing east on Tiffany Place on the phone when a dark model SUV approached her from behind. The vehicle pulled up next to her and a rear seat passenger exited the vehicle and approached her window. The suspect then pointed a firearm at her and demanded her to hand over all of her valuables or she would be shot. The victim replied that she only had a cell phone, which she handed over to the suspect. The suspect then demanded the victim to provide the passcode for the phone or she would be shot. Once the passcode was confirmed the actor re-entered the vehicle, which proceeded to turn left on Franklin Terr and was out of sight of the victim. The victim reports that the vehicle was occupied by at least 3 other people. The victim reported that she was not injured during the robbery.

Maplewood PD Dispatch advised surrounding agencies of the robbery via SPEN. It should be noted that Irvington PD reported that there was an attempted carjacking in their jurisdiction with a vehicle matching our description.

Contact was made with the victim's cellular phone provider (T-Mobile) with negative findings for an updated location.

Detectives were notified and responded to investigate. Anyone with information or video of the suspects should contact our Detective Bureau at 973-762-1234 or DLt. Palmerezzi at MPALMEREZZI@MAPLEWOODNJ.GOV

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On August 11, 2022, at approximately 4:30 am, the Maplewood Police received a 911 call reporting a robbery (carjacking) that occurred in the Wawa Parking lot located at 1511 Springfield Avenue.  A male victim (72 yoa) reports upon exiting the WAWA, walking over to his vehicle, he was approached by an unknown male who demanded the victim hand over his keys. The unknown male then shoves the victim and once again demands the victims’ keys. The suspect then reaches into the victim’s pocket and removes the keys. The suspect then enters the vehicle and is last observed driving eastbound on Springfield Avenue into Irvington.  

The suspect description is as follows: a black male between 16 - 19 years old, not wearing a shirt, blue jeans, and no facial hair. 

The victim refused medical attention and was not injured. The victim reported no weapons were shown. MPD Detectives were able to track the vehicle on victims’ phone and recover the vehicle in Newark parked and unoccupied in the area of 138 Hunterdon Street. The vehicle was towed to Police Hqts to be processed for evidence. The investigation is on going at this time. 

Anyone with information or video of the suspects should contact our Detective Bureau at 973-762-1234 or DLt. Palmerezzi at MPALMEREZZI@MAPLEWOODNJ.GOV

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You  

 July 1, 2022; Theft from Auto; At approximately 8 am a contractor’s vehicle parked on Courter Ave was entered and a wallet, phone and other items were stolen.  A second vehicle at the same location was also entered and cash and checks were stolen from it.

July 2, 2022; Motor Vehicle Theft; During the overnight hours a vehicle left unsecured with the keys in it was stolen from the driveway of a home on Burnett Ave.

July 3, 2022; Theft from Auto; At approximately midnight an unsecured vehicle parked on the 600 block of Prospect St was entered.  Charging cords and cash were stolen from the vehicle.

July 3, 2022; Malicious Damage; At 8:45 pm officers responded to the Maplewood Diner on a report that a man had broken the glass door.  Upon their arrival, the located the male, Richard Santoro, of East Orange and he was arrested and charged with Malicious Damage.

July 4, 2022; Burglary; Between 12 and 4 pm a home on Yale St was entered through an unsecured window.  Multiple items, including a wallet and electronics were stolen from the home.

July 5, 2022; Burglary; At 1140 am, a resident of Oakview Ave returned home to find three males fleeing from her home with her purse.  Her husband was able to confront one of the males and get his belongings back.  The males then fled in a vehicle that was determined to have been stolen prior.  This vehicle was recovered in Irvington.

July 6, 2022; Bicycle Thefts; Between 4:30 and 6:30 pm two bicycles were stolen from the rear yard of a home on Rutgers St.

July 8, 2022; Bicycle Theft; Between 2:15 and 8 pm, a bicycle was stolen from the Maplewood Pool.

July 8, 2022; package Theft; At 5:30pm four males are observed on video taking a package from a home on Rutgers St.

July 10, 2022; Motor Vehicle Theft; At approximately 1:30 am, a vehicle left unlocked and running at 7-11 on Irvington Ave was stolen.

On Tuesday July 12, 2022 at approx. 0613 hrs, Maplewood PD patrols were dispatched to 1511 Springfield Avenue (Wawa Convenience Store) on the report of an armed robbery of a gas station attendant. 

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The attendant stated that he was approached by an unknown male described as: Black male, 16-20 years of age, between 5’10 – 6’00 in height, 160 – 170 lbs, wearing a dark colored Adidas sweatshirt w/three white stripes on both sleeves, fatigue style cargo shorts, grey sneakers with a black mask and black sunglasses on, armed with a small black handgun. 

The unknown male proceeded to demand money from the attendant and was handed approx. $40.00. The unknown male continued to demand more money from the attendant but was advised that he was unable to get any money out of the safe. At that point, the unknown male turned and ran out of the Wawa parking lot heading southbound onto Jacoby Street then possibly entered a small grey SUV which was observed driving off of Lee Court then east bound onto 44th Street and ultimately into Irvington Township. 

Fortunately, the gas station attendant reported no injuries and the Maplewood Police Department Detective Bureau is investigating the incident at this time. 

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 July 15, 2022; At 8:15 pm. An unsecured vehicle with keys in it was stolen from Jennifer Lane.

July 16, 2022; During the daytime hours an unsecured work vehicle was entered on Porter Rd and a wallet and cash were stolen from the vehicle.

July 17, 2022; Bicycle Theft; Officer’s responded to a report of a bicycle theft from an unsecured garage.

July 18, 2022; Theft from Vehicle; At 515 am, an unsecured vehicle parked at Wawa was entered and a phone stolen.

July 18, 2022; Theft; At 2 pm a male was observed taking a scooter from an unsecured garage on Briarcliff Court.

July 19, 2022; Theft from Vehicle; During the overnight hours an unsecured vehicle parked on Menzel Ave was entered and a purse taken.

July 21, 2022; Motor vehicle Theft; At 12:45 am a vehicle left running at 7-11 on Irvington Ave was stolen with a dog in it.  It was later recovered along with the dog in Newark.

In addition to the above incidents, there were five shoplifting incidents.

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You  

On 5/25/22 at approximately 1058 hrs. we received at 911 call reporting a possible robbery in the area of Springfield Avenue near the intersection of Princeton Street.  Upon arrival officers spoke with victim, a 70-year-old female, who advised that her purse was snatched as she was waiting on the southside of Springfield Avenue at the bus stop.  

The suspect is described as a heavy-set black male wearing black pants, and short hair (NFD). The suspect exited a 4-door dark colored vehicle, which was parked nearby, he pushed the victim to the ground and took her purse. The suspect ran back towards the vehicle and drove away east bound on Springfield Avenue.  

The proceeds of the purse and its contents included $88.00 dollars in cash.  The victim did not sustain any injuries, and she refused any medical attention.  She was safely escorted back to her residence, in Irvington, by Maplewood patrol officers. A nearby witness believed the vehicle to be a dark grey Honda Civic.  Detectives are canvassing the area and the investigation is ongoing. 

Anyone with information please contact the Maplewood Police Department, at 973 762-3400.  

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May 18, 2022, Motor Vehicle Theft; At approximately 8 pm, a vehicle left running and unsecured at the Wawa was stolen.

May 17, 2022, Trespassing; Officials at Columbia High School reported a past tense trespassing incident where a previously expelled student was observed at the school.

May 17, 2022, Trespassing; At approximately 8:20 pm a resident of Hillcrest Rd observed a female in their yard that they believed was trying to take an unsecured bicycle.  They confronted the female and the female left the property prior to police arrival.

May 17, 2022, Package Theft; Between 2 and 8 pm a package was stolen from the front of a Schaefer Rd residence.

May 16, 2022, Vehicle Rummage; A resident of Oakland Rd reported that at approximately 1230 pm an individual went through their unsecured vehicle, but nothing was taken.

May 16, 2022, Burglary; At approximately 3:15 am officers responded to a home on Plymouth Ave on a reported burglary.  The resident was awoken by their dog and observed items missing as well as muddy foot prints on the first floor of their home.  The residence was not secured at the time.

May 15, 2022, Burglary; Between 5/13 and 5/15 entry was forced to the rear door of a home on the 100 block of Parker Ave.  Jewelry was reported stolen from the home.

May 14, 2022, Bicycle Theft; A resident of Springfield Ave reported that her son’s bicycle was stolen from outside of her apartment door at approximately 2 pm.  The bicycle was left in the hallway of the apartment building.

May 13, 2022, Theft from Vehicle; During the overnight hours an unsecured vehicle in the driveway of a Schaefer Rd home was entered. Proceeds were a pair of glasses and cash.

May 12, 2022, Malicious Damage; At 7:45 pm a resident reported that there was damage to a traffic control box at Oakview Ave and Valley St.  Officers responded and documented the damage.

May 12, 2022, Found Property; At approximately 7am, a caller reported observing what appeared to be a handgun in the street at the intersection of Valley St and Lincoln Pl. Officers responded and recovered the firearm which was unloaded and appeared to possibly been thrown from a vehicle.

May 11, 2022, Burglary; At approximately 2:15 am officers responded to the rear of a business on Irvington Ave for a noise complaint.  They located a male who appeared to be taking out garbage, but then fled from officers.  Damage was observed to the rear door as well as the cash register of the business.  The individual has been identified and charges are pending.

May 9, 2022, Robbery; While in the cafeteria of CHS, a female student was approached by a 10th grade male that demanded money from her.  While she was seated, the male attempted to reach into her pockets and pull her to the ground at the same time attempting to get money from her.  She was not injured and no money was taken.  The same 10th grade student also threatened another student and stole a cell phone during the same day.  He was later charged and arrested by the Detective Bureau.

May 5, 2022, malicious Damage; Officers responded to the Baker Street Library on a report of a damaged window.  Officers checked the building, but no one was located on scene.  Damage to the window was documented.

May 5, 2022, Theft; At approximately 9:45 am, a business on the 1900 block of Springfield Ave reported someone had just stolen their outgoing mail.  Officers responded, but were unable to locate the suspect.

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You  

On 04/29/22, at approximately 3:30 AM, an armed robbery was committed at the QuickChek on Springfield Ave.  Two males wearing hooded sweatshirts and masks entered the store.  One of the males then displayed a handgun and demanded that the clerk empty the cash register.  After the males were given the cash, they fled the store and entered a dark colored SUV which fled South on Boyden Ave.  No one was injured during the incident.  The robbery is currently under investigation by the Maplewood Police Detective Bureau.

April 13, 2022, Theft from Vehicle; During the daytime hours an unsecured construction vehicle parked on Oakview Ave was entered and items were taken.   

April 13, 2022, Trespassing; At approximately 9:45 pm a male was observed entering a vehicle on Rutgers St.  Responding officers located the juvenile male in took him into custody.   

April 12, 2022, Trespassing; At 7:15 pm a male, Eddie Poole of Irvington, known to officers was observed inside the Wawa store where he was previously given notice he was not allowed.  He was charged for Defiant Trespass on a summons.   

April 11, 2022, Motor Vehicle Theft; During the overnight hours an unsecured vehicle parked on Woodland Rd with the keys in it was stolen.   

April 11, 2022, Robbery; Just after midnight, a male requested a carton of cigarettes in Quick Chek.  When payment was requested, he claimed to have a gun and threatened the clerk before leaving the store with the cigarettes.   

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On 4/11/2022 at 0010 hours, dispatch received an emergency 9-1-1 call from Quick Check (1545 Springfield Ave) reporting they had just been robbed.    

Patrols responded on scene and made contact with the victim/employee who reported an unknown male entered the store and appeared to wait until all other customers made their purchases and exited. The suspect then approached the counter and asked for a carton of Newport cigarettes. The victim reported he placed 10 packages of cigarettes on the counter and asked the suspect if he would be paying with cash or credit. The suspect then signaled toward his sweatshirt and replied “I have a gun. Give me the cigarettes.” The victim then placed the cigarettes, valued at approximately $100.00, in a brown paper bag and handed them to the male. While exiting the store with the proceeds, the suspect stated “If you call the cops, I’ll come back and shoot you.”    

The victim described the suspect as a male approximately 40 years of age, 5’5” in height, with a scruff of facial hair, wearing black pants and a black hooded sweatshirt, a light colored face mask with the hood over his head. 

The victim was unable to provide any further direction of flight and reported he did not have access to the store’s surveillance cameras. An in-house review of Maplewood PD’s surveillance cameras, shows a suspect matching the provided description exiting the store running eastbound on Springfield Ave at 0003 hours and then continuing southbound through the rear parking lot of 1521 Springfield Ave. (Bank of America) toward Jacoby St. Officers conducted a canvass of the area with negative results for anyone matching the description. It is unknown at this time if a vehicle was involved in the incident.     

MFD was dispatched to the scene to evaluate the victim due to being visibly distraught over the incident. The victim later refused further medical attention.    

Detectives are actively investigating the incident.  

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April 10, 2022, Malicious Damage; At approximately 5 pm a home on Ball Terr had it’s window smashed with a rock.    

April 7, 2022, Theft from Auto; During the overnight hours a vehicle parked in the Burger King lot was entered and a briefcase and fanny pack were stolen 

April 6, 2022; Theft of Auto Parts; During the overnight hours the Catalytic converter was removed from a vehicle parked in a parking lot on Rutgers St.  

April 3, 2022; Motor Vehicle Theft; At approximately 12:30 am a vehicle left running at Wawa was stolen.  

April 2, 2022; Motor Vehicle Theft; During the overnight hour a vehicle parked on Oakview Ave was stolen.  The owner was still in possession of the keys.  

The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property.  We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times.  All charges are merely accusations. Each suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.  Thank You