5/08/04

12:26 AM

PATROL ARREST (DWI)
Patrol Officer Burns, assisted by Corporal Barnes, arrested a 49 year old male resident of Port Murray, NJ for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) on East Mill 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 failure to keep right.  The subject was released to a responsible party.

5/07/04

6:08 PM

PATROL ARREST (Violation of a FRO)
Patrol Officer Burns, assisted by Sergeant Adams, charged a 42 year old male resident of Long Valley for violation of a Final Restraining Order (FRO) issued by Judge Maenza.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza was contacted and determined there was probable cause for the arrest.  Morris County Superior Court Judge Rand subsequently issued an arrest warrant with bail set at $20,000 no 10% option.  The defendant was processed, and was transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility, as he could not post bail, pending adjudication.

5/07/04

9:43 AM

CIVIL MATTER
An Irvington, NJ resident came to Headquarters to report a theft complaint.  Patrol Officer Oranchak initiated an investigation.  Patrol Officer Oranchak determined the matter involved non-payment of an invoice for items delivered to a Long Valley business.  Patrol Officer Oranchak advised complainant the matter was civil in nature.   Officer Oranchak made appropriate referrals.

5/06/04

6:41 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Sergeant Bratus investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after an individual came to Headquarters.. 

Sergeant Bratus initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was not required.  The individual was 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.  The victim indicated they wanted to obtain TRO, and Sergeant Bratus assisted the victim in obtaining a temporary restraining order.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza was contacted and issued a TRO’s against the offender.  The Linden Police Department assisted and served the TRO on the offender.

Sergeant Bratus additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

5/05/04

10:05 AM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Corporal Carvino, assisted by Sergeant Almer, and Patrol Officer Hade investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after a resident called Headquarters. 

Corporal Carvino initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was not 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.  Both residents indicated they would like to obtain a TRO, and in accordance with Morris County Superior Court Guidelines, were advised to proceed to the Morris County Court House to seek assistance.   Corporal Carvino additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

5/04/04

8:34 PM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Leonardi arrested a 28 year old male resident of Hackettstown, NJ on a contempt of court warrant issued by the Hazlet Township and Long Branch Municipal Courts, after stopping the individual for a motor vehicle violation and subsequently charging the operator with operating a motor vehicle while privileges revoked.  Bail on the warrant was set at $2,155.00.  The individual was transported to Police Headquarters, processed and turned over to the custody of the Hazlet Police Department as he was unable to post bail.

5/04/04

5:52 PM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
A Bartley Road resident reported a vehicle drove across and then became stuck in their newly seeded front lawn.  Patrol Officer Rady responded and initiated an investigation.  .  Patrol Officer Rady determined a car or small truck drove east across the front lawn leaving ruts in the newly seeded and topsoiled lawn..  The investigation is continuing.  Anyone who observed a vehicle on a front lawn that afternoon on Bartley Road should contact tips@wtpdmorris.org.  All information will be held confidential.

5/03/04

8:15 PM

LOST PROPERTY
A Pleasant Grove Road resident came to Headquarters to report that a cell phone was lost in the vicinity of Stewart Court.  The individual reported the phone is a Verizon LG cell phone. Patrol Officer Bigham completed a report.. 

5/02/04

9:23 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officer Hade investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after an individual called Headquarters.

Patrol Officer Hade responded and initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was not required.  The individual 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). 

The victim declined the assistance of a member of the Crisis Response Team (CRT).  The victim indicated they wanted to obtain TRO.  Patrol Officer Hade assisted the victim in obtaining a temporary restraining order.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza issued a TRO’s against the offender, and the Randolph Police Department assisted and served the TRO on the offender.  Patrol Officer Hade additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and the Morris County Superior Court, Family Division.

5/02/04

5:15 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Sergeant Bratus investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after an individual came to Headquarters.. 

Sergeant Bratus initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was not required.  The individual was 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.  The victim indicated they wanted to obtain TRO.  A member of the Crisis Response Team (CRT) was called to Headquarters to assist in the matter.  Sergeant Bratus assisted the victim in obtaining a temporary restraining order.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza was contacted and issued a TRO’s against the offender.  The New York City Police Department assisted and served the TRO on the offender.

Sergeant Bratus additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

5/02/04

1:30 PM

DUMPING
A Long Hill Plaza business owner called to report an individual dumped boxes and other items in their dumpster.  Patrol Officer Falleni responded to initiate an investigation.  Patrol Officer Falleni determined the items belonged to an individual who resided in California once.  Patrol Officer Falleni advised the property owner as to the procedure to sign a complaint with the Township Court.  The investigation is continuing

5/02/04

2:44 AM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
An Old Turnpike resident reported that they heard noises outside their residence, and discovered their mailbox was damaged, and there were several people in the area that ran away.  Patrol Officer Hade initiated an investigation, and determined mailboxes at fifteen residences were damaged.  Patrol Officer Hade was unable to locate the individuals observed.  Anyone who can provide information related to this report should contact tips@wtpdmorris.org.  All information will be held confidential.  The investigation is continuing.