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.