1/24/04

1:49 AM

PATROL ARREST (DWI)
Sergeant Almer, assisted by Corporal Carvino and  Patrol Officer Madden, arrested a 40 year old male resident of Washington Township for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) on West Springtown Road.  The vehicle was impounded in accordance with “Johns Law” and the defendant was transported to police Headquarters for a breathalyzer test and processing. 

Upon his arrival at Headquarters, the defendant attempted to injure Corporal Carvino and Patrol Officer Madden.  The defendant refused to take a breathalyzer test. The defendant was charged with driving while intoxicated, refusal to submit to a breathalyzer test, reckless driving, failure to use a turn signal, failure to have a registration in possession, and assault on a police officer.

Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza set bail at $25,000 with a 10% option.  The defendant was unable to post bail and was transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility pending adjudication.

1/22/04

10:22 PM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Burns arrested a 27 year old male resident of Bethlehem, PA on a contempt of court warrant issued by the Washington Township Municipal Court.  Bail on the warrant was set at $300.  The individual was transported to Headquarters, processed and released on bail pending adjudication.  Prior to release, the individual posted bail on a $250 warrant issued by the Hackettstown Municipal Court.

1/22/04

7:22 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officers Burns, assisted by Sergeant Adams, investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after a resident dialed 911. 

Patrol Officer Burns initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was required.  Both residents were advised of their rights, provided with documents related to victim’s rights under the Domestic Violence Act, and offered an opportunity to apply for a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO).  Both individuals indicated they wanted to obtain TRO’s against the other. 

Patrol Officer Burns assisted both individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza issued TRO’s for both individuals.  One of the individuals was arrested for Simple Assault and Terroristic Threats.  The defendant was transported to police Headquarters for a assignment of bail and processing.  

Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza set bail at $5,000 with a Released in Own Recognizance (ROR) option.  The defendant was released in their own recognizance.  Patrol Officer Burns additionally made appropriate referrals to both parties and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

1/22/04

12:00 PM

BURGLARY
A Sherwood Park resident reported a Jacuzzi was stolen from their trailer.  Patrol Officer Wallenstein initiated an investigation.

The investigation is continuing

1/22/04

12:51 AM

PATROL ARREST (DWI)
Sergeant Adams arrested a 22 year old male resident of Long Valley, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) on Naughright Road.  The vehicle was impounded in accordance with “Johns Law” and the defendant was transported to police Headquarters for a breathalyzer test and processing

The driver was additionally charged with reckless driving, and failure to keep right.  The subject was released to a responsible party.

1/21/04

1:21 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officers Wallenstein investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after an individual came to Headquarters.

Patrol Officer Wallenstein initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was not required, and the matter was not emergent.  The individual was advised of their rights, provided with documents related to victim’s rights under the Domestic Violence Act, and was advised to respond to the Morris County Superior Court to apply for a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order, in accordance with Morris County Superior Court directives. 

Patrol Officer Wallenstein additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, and the Morris County Family Court.

1/21/04

11:21 AM

BAD CHECK
A Califon, NJ business representative reported that the company was issued a bad check by a contractor. Sergeant Compton initiated an investigation and determined the validity of the resident’s complaint and facts.  The business representative was advised of the procedure to sign a criminal complaint. 

1/20/04

6:15 PM

LOST PROPERTY
A Bolton Drive resident reported that a license plate, NJ registration PFT13G, was lost.  Corporal Carvino completed a report, and advised the owner to notify the police department when he remaining plate was turned in to Motor Vehicle Services, so the plate could be entered into the NCIC system as missing.

1/20/04

9:12 AM

LOST PROPERTY
A Kings Highway resident came to Headquarters to report that a cell phone was lost.  Corporal McCarthy completed a report.. 

1/19/04

10:30 PM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Falleni arrested a 22 year old male resident of Long Valley, NJ on a contempt of court warrant issued by the North Hunterdon Municipal Court.  Bail on the warrant was set at $500.  The individual was released on bail pending adjudication.

1/1/9/04

7:00 PM

FAMILY MATTER (Custody Dispute)

A resident reported that they were having difficulty with a civil family order dealing with visitation times and pick up of their children.  Patrol Officer Madden provided the resident with the appropriate referrals.

1/19/04

6:28 PM

CIVIL MATTER
An East Springtown road resident called reporting that they have been receiving upsetting phone calls from their landlord.  Corporal Carvino responded to initiate an investigation.  Corporal Carvino determined the matter was civil in nature, suggested that the resident obtain legal counsel, and made appropriate referrals.

1/19/04

3:30 PM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Allen arrested a 32 year old male resident of Lakewood, NJ on a contempt of court warrant issued by the Lakewood Municipal Court.  Prior to his arrest on the warrant, the individual provided Patrol Officer Allen with a Date of Birth (DOB) that was not his own, in an apparent attempt to avoid being arrested on the warrant.  Patrol Officer Allen charges the individual with Hindering Apprehension, and driving without a drivers License.  Bail on the warrant was set at $500.  The individual was transported to Headquarters, processed and was released in his own recognizance.

1/19/04

7:30 AM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Allen arrested a 38 year old male resident of Rockaway, NJ on a contempt of court warrant issued by the Netcong Municipal Court.  Bail on the warrant was set at $208.  The individual was transported to Headquarters, processed and turned over to the Netcong Police Department as he was unable to post bail.