9/11/04

3:17 PM

FOUND PROPERTY
A Windswept Way resident reported a vehicle dumped a pink girl’s bike and a boy’s mountain bike in the woods.  Patrol Officer Burns recovered the bikes and secured them at Police Headquarters.  Anyone with any information regarding the bikes, is encouraged to contact the Police Department at 908.876.3232 or at tips@wtpdmorris.org.  All information will be treated as confidential. 

9/10/04

8:09 PM

LOST/STOLEN PROPERTY
A Nottingham Drive resident came to Headquarters to report that they lost a Motorola flip cell phone.  Corporal Szymanski completed a report.

9/10/04

2:31 PM

HARASSMENT
A Black River Road resident called to report that they have been receiving harassing phone calls and e-mails.  Patrol Officer Bigham responded to initiate an investigation.  Patrol Officer Bigham completed a report and advised the complainant what options were available, and the procedures involved, to end the harassment. 

9/10/04

11:28 AM

DUMPING
A Hastings Square business owner called to report someone dumped household garbage next to the business dumpster.  Patrol Officer Bigham responded to initiate an investigation and determined the person responsible for the dumping.  Patrol Officer Bigham instructed the individual to remove the items, contacted the property owner, and advised the property owner as to the procedure to sign a complaint with the Township Court.

9/09/04

3:46 PM

FRAUD (Identity Theft)
A Highland Avenue resident reported someone attempted to change the billing address of one of their credit cards.  The resident reported the individual had their social security number.  Patrol Officer Gilligan initiated an investigation and determined the validity of the resident’s complaint and facts.  The resident was advised as to the action available to them.  The investigation is continuing.

9/08/04

12:37 PM

THEFT
An Ascot Drive resident reported that a female stone lion lawn ornament was removed from their property.  Patrol Officer Gilligan initiated an investigation and determined the lion was valued at $150  Anyone who can provide information related to this incident should contact tips@wtpdmorris.org.  All information will be held confidential.

The investigation is continuing.

9/08/04

10:21 AM

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
Two employees of a Long Valley business reported that their vehicle were damaged while parked at the business.  Patrol Officer Gilligan responded, initiated an investigation and determined tires on the vehicles were damaged, requiring their replacement.

9/07/04

3:39 PM

FRAUD (Credit Card Theft)
A Brooklawn Drive resident reported a credit card fraud.  Patrol Officer Rady initiated an investigation.  The resident stated they ran an account balance on their credit card after returning from vacation and discovered a $3,100 charge was fraudulently made to their card.  The investigation is continuing.

9/07/04

12:22 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officer Rady investigated a possible disturbance after a resident called Headquarters on 911. 

Patrol Officer Rady initiated an investigation and determined the incident fell under the Domestic Violence Act, and an arrest was not required.  The individuals involved were 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).  Both individuals declined meeting with the CRT member and the opportunity to apply for a TRO. Patrol Officer Rady additionally made appropriate referrals and forwarded the results of his investigation to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

9/07/04

1:20 PM

LOST/STOLEN PROPERTY
A Mountain View Avenue resident reported that a license plate, NJ Registration T3K839, for their landscape trailer was lost.  Detective Sergeant Pellegrino completed a report.

9/07/04

1:00 PM

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Patrol Officer Burns investigated a possible case of Domestic Violence after a resident came to Headquarters. 

Patrol Officer Burns initiated an investigation and determined an arrest was not required.  The victim was advised of their rights, provided with documents related  the Domestic Violence Act, and offered an opportunity to apply for a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO).  The victim 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.  

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

9/07/04

12:00 PM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Bigham arrested a 33 year old male resident of Lake Hopatcong, NJ on a no bail warrant issued by the Morris County Superior Court.  The individual was transported to Headquarters, processed and turned over the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.

9/07/04

7:21 AM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Burns arrested a 25 year old male resident of West Orange, NJ on a contempt of court warrant issued by the East Hanover Township Municipal Court.  Bail on the warrant was set at $77.  The individual was transported to Headquarters, processed and released on bail pending adjudication.

9/06/04

8:20 AM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Bigham arrested a 48 year old male resident of Hackettstown, NJ on a contempt of court warrant issued by the Washington Township Municipal Court.  Bail on the warrant was set at $83.  The individual was transported to Headquarters, processed and released on bail pending adjudication.

9/05/04

2:36 PM

SHOPLIFTING
A Route 46 business owner reported that the business was the victim of a shoplifting.  Patrol Officer Gilligan initiated an investigation.  The owner the total value of the merchandise taken was $150.  The continuing investigation was turned over to the Detective Bureau.

9/05/04

12:51 PM

BURGLARY
A Church Road resident called to report a window was broken.  Patrol Officer Gilligan responded to the scene to initiate an investigation.

Patrol Officer Gilligan determined there was no entry to the building, but it appeared that someone attempted to gain entry.  The investigation is continuing.

9/05/04

12:52 AM

PATROL ARREST (Warrant)
Patrol Officer Madden arrested a 22 year old male resident of Hackettstown, NJ on a contempt of court warrant issued by the Washington Township Municipal Court.  Bail on the warrant was set at $2,500.  The individual was transported to Headquarters, processed and released on bail pending adjudication.