8/21/04

11:01 PM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
A Route 46 business owner reported that the front glass door to the business was broken by a patron.  Corporal Pluciniak responded and spoke with the involved parties.  The business owner and the patron agreed that the patron would pay for the door repair. Corporal Pluciniak documented the incident and completed a report.

8/21/04

4:28 PM

THEFT
A Nottingham Square resident reported that a pink flamingo wind chime and a carved wooden bear were removed from the front porch.  Patrol Officer Brobst initiated an investigation and determined the value of the items were $195.  Anyone who can provide information related to this incident should contact tips@wtpdmorris.org.  All information will be held confidential.

The investigation is continuing.

8/21/04

10:34 AM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officer Falleni investigated a dispute after a call to Headquarters. 

Patrol Officer Falleni initiated an investigation and determined an the incident fell under the Domestic Violence Act, and an arrest was not required.  The complainant was advised of their rights, provided with documents related to victim’s rights under the Domestic Violence Act and apply for a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO).  The complainant declined the opportunity to apply for a TRO. Patrol Officer Falleni additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

8/21/04

2:20 AM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
A Gentry Drive resident reported someone set off a large fireworks display outside the front door of their residence.  Corporal Pluciniak initiated an investigation and during the investigation determined their mailbox and support post were missing.  The mailbox and post were located and returned.  The investigation is continuing.

8/21/04

2:16 AM

TRESPASS
A Steeple Chase Way resident called to report they were awakened by people swimming in their swimming pool.  Patrol Officer Gilligan, responded to the scene to apprehend the individuals.

There were no trespassers on the property upon the arrival of Patrol Officer Gilligan, who interviewed the victim.  The victims provided a description and possible identity of the individuals who were swimming in the pool.  The investigation is continuing.

8/20/04

10:17 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (Assault)
Patrol Officers Gilligan, assisted by Corporal Pluciniak and Patrol Officer Hade, investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after a resident called the Communications Center. 

Patrol Officer Gilligan initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was required.  The victim 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 (TRO).  The victim declined the opportunity to apply for a TRO.

Patrol Officers Gilligan arrested the defendant for Assault.  The defendant was transported to Police Headquarters for assignment of bail and processing.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza set bail at $1,000 with a ROR option and a provision the defendant not contact the victim.  The defendant was released.

The victim became unruly at Headquarters and was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest.  The victim was released to a responsible party as they were intoxicated. 

Patrol Officer Gilligan additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office

8/20/04

9:37 AM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
A Long Valley resident reported words and pictures painted on Beacon Hill Road.  A stop sign on Beacon Hill Road was also damaged.  Patrol Officer Madden and Sergeant Compton responded and initiated an investigation.  Due to the nature of the pictures and words, possibly of a biased nature, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office was contacted, and the results of the initial investigation were forwarded to them.

The investigation is continuing.

8/20/04

9:32 AM

DOG RUNNING AT LARGE
A Long Valley resident reported two dogs running loose on .  Patrol Officer Rady responded to the scene to initiate an investigation.

Patrol Officer Rady the animal attacked a groundhog, and additionally determined the owner of the animal.  Patrol Officer Rady issued a complaint for having a dog run loose, and forwarded documents related to his investigation to the Health Department and the Animal Control Officer.

8/19/04

10:14 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (Assault)
Patrol Officer Oranchak investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after a resident came to Police Headquarters. 

Patrol Officer Oranchak determined an arrest was required.  The victim was advised of their rights, provided with documents related to victim’s rights under the Domestic Violence Act, and offered an opportunity to meet with a member of the Crisis Response Team (CRT), and apply for a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO). Patrol Officer Oranchak assisted the victim in obtaining a temporary restraining order.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza issued a TRO’s against the offender.  The Offender was arrested for Simple Assault.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza set bail at $1,000 with a 10% option.  The defendant was served with the TRO, transported to Police Headquarters and processed.  The defendant was released ROR.  Patrol Officer Oranchak additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office

8/18/04

10:00 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officer Brobst investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after a resident called Headquarters. 

Patrol Officer Brobst initiated an investigation and determined the incident fell under the Domestic Violence Act, and an arrest was not required.  The complainant was advised of their rights, provided with documents related to victim’s rights under the Domestic Violence Act, and offered an opportunity to meet with a member of the Crisis Response Team (CRT), and apply for a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO).  The complainant declined meeting with the CRT member and the opportunity to apply for a TRO. Patrol Officer Brobst additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

8/18/04

11:46 PM

DOG RUNNING AT LARGE
An Old Turnpike Road resident called to report a dog was running loose on their back deck.  Sergeant Compton responded to the scene to initiate an investigation.

Sergeant Compton advised the complainant of the procedure for signing a complaint for having a dog run loose, and forwarded documents related to his investigation to the Health Department and the Animal Control Officer.

8/18/04

3:36 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officer Burns investigated a possible violation of a Final Restraining Order (FRO) after a resident came to Headquarters.

Patrol Officer Burns initiated an investigation and determined a violation of the FRO occurred.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza was contacted and determined probable cause existed for the issuance of a warrant.  Washington Township Municipal Court Judge Leanza issued a $500 ROR arrest warrant for the offender.

Patrol Officer Burns additionally made appropriate referrals to both parties and forwarded the results of his investigation, and a copy of the warrant for service to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

8/18/04

1:51 PM

LOST PROPERTY
A Long Valley, NJ resident reported that their driver’s license was lost.  Corporal McCarthy completed a report

8/17/04

11:17 PM

PATROL ARREST (DWI)
Sergeant Bratus arrested a 26 year old female resident of Hackettstown for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) on Pleasant Grove Road, after observing the vehicle traveling on Drakestown Road shooting sparks from the right side rims.  Sergeant Bratus determined the operator blew out the right side tires and continued to operate the vehicle. 

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 operating an uninsured motor vehicle.  The subject was released to a responsible party.

8/17/04

8:08 PM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
A resident of West Mill Road reported that a man operating a green and white 1955 Chevrolet stopped in his driveway, urinated on his front lawn, and then drove across the front lawn in leaving.  Patrol Officer Gilligan completed a report.

8/17/04

12:35 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Corporal Corvino, assisted by Sergeant Almer, 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 declined the opportunity to apply for a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order. Corporal Carvino additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

8/17/04

12:45 AM

PATROL ARREST (Drug Possession)
Patrol Officer Hade, assisted by Corporal Pluciniak, arrested an 18 year old male resident of Long Valley, NJ for possession of under 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, a 16 year old female resident of Chester, NJ for Disorderly Conduct and Hindering Apprehension, a 16 year old female resident of Long Valley, NJ for Disorderly Conduct, and a 17 year old male resident of Long Valley for possession of under 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, after investigating a report of a female screaming at Peachtree Village.

The juveniles were released to their parents, and the 18 year old was released pending adjudication.

8/16/04

4:44 PM

FORGERY
A Gentry Drive resident reported that an individual attempted to forge a check for their checking account.  Patrol Officer Madden initiated an investigation and determined an individual forged a check in the amount of $9,850, and cashed it.  The bank determined the check was a forgery and credited the complainant’s account, making the complainant aware of the situation.

The investigation is continuing.

8/16/04

1:39 PM

DRUG ARREST
Patrol Officer Madden arrested a male resident, age 22, of Hackettstown, NJ for possession of marijuana under 50 grams and possession of Paraphernalia, on Coleman Road, after a Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) check indicated the owner of the vehicle was wanted.  The defendant was arrested on a $160 motor vehicle warrant issued by the Mt Olive Municipal Court.  Subsequently, the defendant was discovered to be in possession of marijuana, a marijuana pipe and rolling papers. The defendant was transported to Police Headquarters, issued a complaint summons for possession of marijuana under 50 grams and possession of Paraphernalia, processed and released in his own recognizance after posting the warrant bail, pending an appearance in court.

8/16/04

1:15 PM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
A resident of Fairmont Road reported that their front lawn was damaged the preceding evening/night.  Corporal Carvino responded, initiated an investigation and determined a vehicle drove in circles on the wet front lawn.