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.