Month: May 2024

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
3-25-2024 TO 3-31-2024

On 3/25, a Westville resident was charged with Lewdness, Breach of Peace, and Disorderly Conduct after causing a disturbance inside the Wawa on N. Evergreen Avenue and urinating on the side of the store. Court date pending.

On 3/26, officers responded to Wawa on N. Evergreen Avenue for a report of a shoplifting. Officers saw the accused driving out of the parking lot as they arrived. The vehicle continued to drive, ignoring the officer’s lights and sirens until finally coming to a stop in traffic. The suspect was placed under arrest, and his vehicle was towed. The suspect was charged with shoplifting and several traffic violations: Failure to Register, Failure to Provide Insurance, No Insurance, Careless Driving, Failure to Yield, and Failure to Stop for an Emergency Vehicle. Court date is pending.

On 3/26, a municipal ordinance violation was issued to a Mantua Avenue property owner for failing to repair sewage backup at their property. Court date pending.

On 3/27, CVS employees reported a shoplifting incident. The man placed several soap products into his backpack and walked out without paying. Once the man is identified, he will be charged accordingly.

On 3/27, the owner of Essence KJ Beauty Supply in Woodbury Heights reported a shoplifting from 3/17. The victim advised a young male entered the store and stole several hair care items. On 4/9, a juvenile was identified and charged with shoplifting.

On 3/28, officers responded to a property on S. Broad Street following a report of someone squatting inside an empty office space. Upon arrival, officers found a male inside the bathroom and subsequently placed him under arrest. It was later discovered that the male had an active warrant for his arrest. The individual was charged with criminal trespass and handed over to the Sheriff’s Department for transportation to Salem County jail. Court dates are pending.

On 3/28, the owner of Essence KJ Beauty Supply in Woodbury Heights reported a shoplifting incident. A woman entered the store and hid hair gel in her shirt. Although she did pay for other items, she left without paying for the concealed item. The officers identified the woman and told her that no charges would be filed if she returned to pay for the item. Soon after, the owner informed the police that the suspect had sent a family member to pay for the item, and no further action was needed.

On 3/29, Advance Auto employees reported a shoplifting incident. A male entered the store, removed a jump box valued at $199.00 from the shelf, and left without paying. There are no suspects at this time; however, if the male is identified, he will be charged with theft.

On 3/30, a resident of S. Broad Street was issued traffic summonses for driving with a suspended license, failure to have the vehicle inspected, and failure to have it repaired. Court date is pending.

On 3/31, officers responded to a dispute at N. Broad Street and Edith Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered that one of the individuals involved had urinated on the public bus stop bench. The female, a resident of Camden, was issued summonses for Lewdness and Breach of Peace. A court date is pending.

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
3-18-2024 TO 3-24-2024

On 3/18, a Beech Avenue resident reported that someone stole a plate compactor which was bolted to his truck. The victim was unsure when it was stolen, as the truck had been sitting for approximately two weeks. There are no suspects currently.

On 3/18, an employee from the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office reported that one of their vehicles had been damaged. A rock was thrown through the passenger side window. The suspect was identified as a juvenile. Instead of pursuing criminal mischief charges, an agreement was reached for a station house adjustment, and a counseling contract was set up.

On 3/19, officers conducting foot patrol in the area of Lot 323 observed a male sitting on a bench consuming alcohol. The alcohol was disposed of, and the individual was issued a summons for Possession of an Open Container. A court date is pending.

On 3/19, a Westville resident turned himself in on his outstanding warrants. Both jurisdictions issued new court dates and he was sent on his way.

On 3/20, officers assisted a Chestnut Ave. resident gain entry into their locked vehicle after leaving the keys inside of the vehicle.

On 3/20, officers responded to the parking lot of Corsi Dental to assist a citizen who locked their keys inside their car. Entry was made, and no other police assistance was needed.

On 3/21, officers responded to Family Dollar for a report of a dispute. The store manager informed the officers that a woman who was banned from the store was causing trouble and wanted her to be removed. The woman was issued a summons for trespassing and was advised to leave. A court date is pending.

On 3/22, a N. American Street resident was issued a summons for Dogs Running at large after observing their dog running in traffic on Delaware Street. The court date is pending.

On 3/22, a Hopkins Street resident was charged with Criminal Trespass and Breach of Peace after entering an unlocked home and sleeping on their sofa. Court date pending.

On 3/23, a Williamstown resident was issued a summons for Trespassing on a N. Broad Street property. Court date pending.

On 3/23, a resident of Westville informed the police that he wanted to report a rental vehicle as stolen. The man explained that a friend had asked him to rent a vehicle through Enterprise on his behalf, but the vehicle had not been returned and he was unable to locate his friend. The vehicle was reported as stolen in the NCIC database. Later that day, the vehicle was found in Washington Township, parked behind another Enterprise Rental location. The vehicle was returned to Enterprise and removed from NCIC.

On 3/24, Acme employees reported a shoplifting incident. They stated that a male entered the store and took approximately $200 worth of seafood. The employees provided a license plate number and a description of the male. The incident remains under investigation.

On 3/24, a Hopkins Street resident was charged with Criminal Mischief and Criminal Trespass after being found on a W. Centre Street property that belongs to the City of Woodbury. The building was secured.

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
3-4-2024 TO 3-10-2024

On 3/4, a resident of High Street reported that her son’s electric scooter was stolen from under a pile of leaves while he was at school. Her son had ridden the scooter to school and hidden it under the leaves because he didn’t have a lock. A search of the area yielded no results. The incident is still under investigation.

On 3/4, officers were dispatched to JD Liquors for a shoplifting incident. They located a person matching the shoplifter’s description near N. Broad and Hunter Streets. The individual was found with the stolen alcohol, which was returned to the store. Additionally, the person had an active arrest warrant. They were charged with shoplifting and then handed over to the Sheriff’s Department for transport to Salen County Jail. Court dates are pending.

On 3/5, a Philadelphia resident was issued a traffic summons for an unregistered vehicle involved in a motor vehicle crash at N. Broad and W. Packer Streets. The court date is pending.

On 3/5, a Mickleton resident was charged with Assault by Auto as the result of a domestic incident that occurred in front of an Oak Avenue residence. Court date pending.

On 3/6, a resident of Westville was charged with driving while suspended, having no front license plate, failure to inspect, and being an unlicensed driver as a result of a traffic stop in front of 814 N. Broad Street. Court date is pending.

On 3/6, a resident of Asam Avenue reported that her blue recycling bin was stolen. She had placed it properly on the street before leaving to pick up her children, and when she returned a short time later, it was gone. There are no suspects at this time.

On 3/7, officers were dispatched to a Franklin Street residence for a dispute between siblings. Upon arrival, officers were informed that an argument had started over an Instagram post. Both parties were advised on how to file complaints with the Deptford Joint Municipal Court. No further police assistance was needed.

On 3/7, Wawa on Rt 45 employees contacted the police to report a shoplifting incident. Three individuals, two males and one female, entered the store, took merchandise from the shelves, and left without paying. The officers were provided with a description of the vehicle and license plate. The incident is currently under investigation.

On 3/8, officers were dispatched to Wells Fargo Bank in response to a robbery. An ATM technician was servicing the outdoor ATM when two men approached him and stole several cash cassettes. After a thorough investigation, one resident of Richmond, Texas, and one resident of Houston, Texas, were both charged with robbery and theft. A third suspect has yet to be identified, and court dates are pending.

On 3/8, a Westville resident was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, Breach of Peace, and Obstruction of Justice after causing a disturbance inside Captain’s Corner. Court date pending.

On 3/9, a Deptford resident was charged with trespassing after being found inside a storage shed behind Walgreens. Court date is pending.

On 3/10, a resident of Mickleton was charged with trespassing and possession of CDS after a Salem Avenue resident contacted the police to report an unknown male tampering with his vehicle. Court date is pending.

On 3/10, a resident of Queen Street was charged with Simple Assault, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Breach of Peace, and Disorderly Conduct as a result of a domestic incident that occurred inside the residence. Court date pending.

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
2-26-2024 TO 2-29-2024

On 2/26, while patrolling Route 45, officers observed a male digging through a cigarette disposal container in front of NAPA Auto Parts. The male was charged with Hindering after providing a false name due to having outstanding warrants for his arrest.

On 2/28, a resident of Deptford was charged with possession of CDS during a traffic stop. The person also received traffic summonses for failure to wear a seatbelt, driving an unregistered vehicle, and possessing CDS in a motor vehicle. Court date is pending.

On 2/29, a Myrtle Ave. resident was arrested and charged with simple assault as the result of a domestic that occurred inside the residence. Court date pending.

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
2-19-2024 TO 2-25-2024

On 2/19, an Oaklyn resident was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Court date pending.

On 2/20, during a traffic stop on Elm Ave., the driver was discovered to have active warrants for her arrest. The issuing jurisdiction released the driver on their own recognizance (ROR) with a new court date. Summonses for several infractions include driving an unregistered vehicle, driving without a license, failing to produce registration and insurance cards, delaying traffic, and careless driving. Court dates are pending.

On 2/20, a resident of Fourth Street was discovered to have multiple warrants for his arrest when police were called to the residence to settle a dispute. The male was immediately taken into custody and transported to the headquarters for processing. The issuing authorities released the subject on his own recognizance (ROR) with new court dates.

On 2/21, the owner of Essence KJ Beauty Supply in Woodbury Heights reported a shoplifting incident to the police. According to the owner, a female entered the store, took a bottle of hair oil, and left without paying for the product. The shoplifter, identified as a resident of Paulsboro, was charged with shoplifting. The court date is still pending.

On 2/23, a Philadelphia, PA, resident was issued summonses for Obstruction after providing false identification three times during a traffic stop. Court date pending.

On 2/25, a Williamstown resident was issued summonses for Disorderly Conduct, Breach of Peace, and Possession of Open Alcohol as the result of causing a disturbance in front of the Wawa on N. Evergreen Avenue. Court dates pending.

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
2-12-2024 TO 2-18-2024

On 2/12, police officers were called to Watkins Avenue to respond to a report of a man knocking on doors and asking for money. Upon arriving at the scene, the officers found the man at the Heritage Dairy Store on North Broad Street. It was discovered the man had several outstanding warrants for his arrest. Consequently, he was taken into custody and handed over to the Sheriff’s Department for transportation to Salem County Jail. Court date pending.

On 2/13, officers were dispatched to Wawa on Rt. 45 for a gas theft report. Employees advised that a male pumped $75.00 worth of gas and drove off without paying. The manager explained that this male had stolen gas twice before but was not reported to the police. The incident remains under investigation.
On 2/14, officers responded to a theft of gas report at the Conoco located on Mantua Avenue. The manager advised a female driver left without paying for $39.00 worth of gas. The woman was identified as a Swedesboro resident who stated she didn’t have money for gas, so she drove off. The suspect was advised the manager would not press charges if she paid for the gas. She agreed and paid for the gas the following day.
On 2/14, East Greenwich Police turned over a subject who was found to have two outstanding warrants for his arrest. The Deptford resident was eventually turned over to the Sheriff’s Department, who transported him to Salem County Jail. Court date pending.

On 2/15, a New Castle, Delaware resident was charged with Credit Card Theft and Tampering with Evidence after being identified as stealing a wallet from a Woodbury resident’s vehicle on 2/1 and using those cards without her consent. The court date is pending.

On 2/16, a Wallace Street resident was issued summonses for driving while suspended, Failure to possess a driver’s license, failure to possess an insurance card, and being an unlicensed driver. Court date pending.

On 2/17, a Brooklawn Avenue resident reported that someone entered her vehicle overnight and took approximately $20 in coins and a center console holder. The incident is under investigation.

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
2-5-2024 TO 2-11-2024

On 2/5, officers noticed a man riding a scooter in the street near Rt 45 and Salem Avenue late at night. It was discovered the male had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The subject was later ROR’d by the issuing municipality, who issued summonses for Lights and Reflectors, as well as Creating a Risk of an Accident. A court date is still pending.

On 2/6, officers responded to a North Evergreen Ave. residence for a violation of a restraining order. The victim advised a family member was served their restraining order but returned to the residence after being advised not to return. Officers made contact with the subject and placed them under arrest. He was charged with contempt of court and trespass before being lodged in the Salem County Jail. Court date pending.

On 2/7, a Turnersville resident was charged with Breach of Peace, Lewd/Indecent Behavior, Public Consumption of Alcohol, Possession of Open Container, and Littering after being located lying on a public picnic table intoxicated and unable to stand. The subject was turned over to EMS. Court date pending.

On 2/8, a Brooklawn Avenue resident reported someone removed the catalytic converter on a vehicle that was parked in front of his home. The victim was unsure when the theft occurred. The incident remains under investigation.

On 2/8, a Delaware Street resident reported his vehicle stolen. The vehicle was entered NCIC stolen. On 2/10, Camden City police recovered the victim’s vehicle on the streets of Camden. The owner was notified, and the vehicle was removed from NCIC. The incident is under investigation.

On 2/9, a Clayton resident was charged with possession of CDS and paraphernalia as the result of a pedestrian stop on S. Broad Street. The male was turned over to Camden County Police for an active warrant. Court date pending.

On 2/10, the police received a report of a shoplifting incident at Acme. The store employees reported seeing three suspects leaving the store with over $600 worth of merchandise without paying for it. The officers arrived at the scene and apprehended all three suspects. The stolen merchandise was recovered from the suspects and returned to Acme. The suspects were charged with shoplifting. Their court dates are pending.

WOODBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME BLOTTER
2-1-2024 TO 2-4-2024

On 2/1, a North Bayard Avenue resident was charged with Simple Assault as the result of a domestic incident that occurred at the residence. Court date pending.

On 2/1, a Holroyd Place resident reported her wallet stolen from inside her parked vehicle. The incident is under investigation.

On 2/2, officers were dispatched to Woodlake Apartments for a disturbance. The victim advised that her boyfriend damaged her sister’s vehicle. A few minutes later, the subject was located and placed under arrest. The male was charged with criminal mischief and possession of CDS before being turned over to the Camden County Jail for an active warrant. The court date is pending.

On 2/2, an Atlantic City resident reported to the detectives that in October 2023 he paid more than $1,000 to a Woodbury Heights resident for fishing equipment. The subject has been making excuses for not sending the equipment or refunding his money. After investigating and speaking with the suspect multiple times, the detectives charged him with Theft by Deception, as he failed to refund the customer’s money despite saying he would and was given several opportunities to do so. Court date pending.

On 2/3, a Watkins Avenue resident was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Breach of Peace, and Lewdness after causing a disturbance in the area of North Broad and Dickerson Streets. Court date pending.

On 2/4, an N. Evergreen Ave. resident was charged with Robbery, Simple Assault, Theft, and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon after police were dispatched to the location for a domestic incident. Court date pending.