DELANCO TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT

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Bi-Weekly Crime Report

January 9, 2012 To January 22, 2012
This Report Reflects Only Those Calls Which Result In The Generation Of A Criminal Case
It Does Not Reflect The Myriad Types Of Other Calls Which Demand A Police Response.
01/10	An officer was dispatched to the “Camp Meeting Ground” business complex to investigate a report of “Criminal Mischief” at one of the businesses.  Upon arrival, the officer met with an employee of “Vinny’s Pizza” who reported that heard glass breaking in front of the building.  Looking outside, the man observed two male JV’s “skateboarding” away.  He stated that the broken window was located at the “Wallace Associates” office. The man was unable to identify the JVs. On January 11th, an officer went to the “7-11” convenience store and obtained a copy of the security recording, in order to determine if the individuals who damaged the window were depicted on the recording.  The recording was transported to Hdqtrs and entered into evidence in accordance with procedure.
01/10	At approximately 10:00 PM, officers were dispatched to a residence in the 300 Block of Rancocas Avenue in response to a report of a theft of money from the caller.  Upon arrival, the officers met with the victim who stated that while a male acquaintance was visiting, she showed her wallet to him, with each joking as to its’ masculine appearance.  She stated that shortly afterward, the man began to act “oddly” and hurriedly left the home.  The woman stated that after the man left, she discovered her wallet “shoved between” a piece of furniture and a wall.  The woman stated that the wallet held over $500.00.  The woman stated that the theft took place at approximately 9:15 PM.           The woman expressed her desire to file a “Criminal Complaint” against the suspect, but was unable to travel to Hdqtrs due to her having to care for her children.  The officers provided the woman with an “Affidavit of Probable Cause” and instructed her to complete it and return it to this PD in order that it could be forwarded to the Court for a determination.
01/12	An employee of “South Central Pool” supply came to Hdqtrs to file a “Complaint” against a customer who had issued the company a check which was found to have been issued without sufficient funds to honor the check.  The representative indicated that the issuer was notified of this situation via “Certified Mail” and still failed to address the problem.           The representative completed an “Affidavit of Probable Cause” and a “Bad Check” packet, after which they were forwarded to the Court for a determination.
01/12	This PD was contacted by Willingboro PD and informed that they had an individual in custody for whose arrest had been warranted by this Court for “Charges” brought by this PD.  The officer contacted the Court Administrator and informed her of this arrest and the man’s inability to post the set bail.  The Court Administrator authorized the release of the man R.O.R. pending a newly assigned Court Date.
01/14	While on patrol in the “Camp Meeting Ground” business complex, an officer was approached by a resident of the 200 Block of Larchmont Drive who reported that sometime between January 7th and 2:00 PM on January 14th, unknown person(s) entered upon her property and removed a 20 inch BMX bicycle; pink in color; “Pretty in Pink” stickers on the frame; and foot pegs on the rear wheel. The victim neither heard nor saw any suspicious activity during this time period.
01/17	A resident of 400 Block of Ash Street came to Hdqtrs to report that sometime between 4:30 PM on January 16th and 7:00 AM on January 17th, unknown person(s) entered his pickup truck, which was parked on Vine Street, and removed a number of items from within the vehicle’s passenger cab.  The victim reported that the malefactor(s) stole a “Ground Positioning System” (GPS) and a pair of binoculars from within the vehicle.  The victim stated that he neither heard nor saw any suspicious activity during this time period.
01/17	While on patrol on Burlington Avenue, an officer observed a vehicle being operated with an obvious equipment violation.  While following the vehicle, in preparation of stopping the vehicle, the officer conducted a “Registration Inquiry” and learned that a warrant had been issued by Moorestown Municipal Court, for the arrest of the owner of the vehicle, with bail set at $250.00 (No 10%). As a result of this observation and inquiry, the officer conducted a “Motor Vehicle Stop” on the vehicle.           Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer requested the operator produce the mandated vehicle and operator’s documents (driver’s license, registration and insurance card). While the woman gathered the required “paperwork” the officer verified that the warrant was still “Active.” As a result of this verification, the officer took the woman into custody and transported her to Hdqtrs for processing.           While the arresting officer prepared to take the woman into custody, the Duty Sergeant inquired if the passenger possessed a valid Driver’s License, in order to negate the need to remove the vehicle via a tow service.  After the man proffered his driver’s license, the Sergeant conducted a “Driver’s License Inquiry” to ensure that the man’s license was valid.  At this time it was learned that a warrant had also been issued for his arrest by the Sea Side Heights Municipal Court with bail set at $225.00 (No 10%).  As a result of this information, the Sergeant took the passenger into custody and transported him to Hdqtrs for processing.           At Hdqtrs, each arrestee was processed and released after posting the required bailment. The woman was issued a new Court Date for the Moorestown charges.
01/17	A resident came to Hdqtrs to seek a “Criminal Complaint” and a T.R.O. against her daughter’s ex-boyfriend. The woman stated that the man is the father of her daughter’s child and that he had resided in the home for approximately two months over a year ago.  She stated that the man was evicted after discovering that the man had stolen property from the home.  She stated that the man was informed that he was no longer allowed in the home.  She reported that on January 15th, she came home and found the man in her home visiting with her daughter.  After ordering the man to leave the home, the woman contacted this PD and requested the incident be recorded as a “Matter of Record.”  After mulling over the incident, the woman decided to press charges and seek a T.R.O. against the man.           The officer provided the woman with an “Affidavit of Probable Cause” which she completed in the PD.  After completion of the affidavit, the officer contacted Judge McCloskey and informed him of the woman’s request.  The Judge spoke with the woman after which time he determined that there wasn’t enough information provided by the woman to find “Probable Cause” for issuance of a “Criminal Complaint” nor issuance of a T.R.O.  The Judge directed the officer to have the woman forward the affidavit to the Court, in order that he could read it and make a further determination.
01/17	While on patrol on Burlington Avenue, an officer observed a vehicle being operated with an obvious equipment violation.  While traveling to the rear of the vehicle, the officer conducted a “Warrant Inquiry” on the vehicle and learned that an “Arrest Warrant” was issued for the owner of the vehicle. As a result of this information, the officer conducted a “Motor Vehicle Stop” on the vehicle.           Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer requested the operator produce the mandated vehicle and operator’s documents (driver’s license, registration and insurance card).  After producing the required documents, the officer informed her of the reason for the “Stop” and the reported warrant.  The officer subsequently returned to his vehicle and confirmed the existence of an “Arrest Warrant” issued by the Moorestown Municipal Court, with bail set at $250.00 (No 10%).  As a result of this information, the woman was taken into custody and transported to Hdqtrs for processing.           Prior to leaving the scene, while the arresting officer was conducting the inquiry on the operator, the second officer inquired of the passenger if he had a driver’s license.  After receiving the man’s license, the officer conducted a “Warrant Inquiry” on the man and learned that an “Arrest Warrant” was issued for the man’s arrest by the Seaside Heights Municipal Court, with bail set at $250.00 (No 10%).    As a result of this information, the man was taken into custody and transported to Hdqtrs for processing.           After posting the required bail, each subject chose to file an “Authorization to Apply Bail Against Fine(s) and Costs and Waiver of Rights” form.  This form allows for the bail to be utilized to satisfy all fines and related costs and releases the prisoner from any further Court appearances.   After processing, the defendants were released with no further Court requirements.
01/19	While on patrol on Creek Road, an officer observed a vehicle approaching his vehicle from the other direction.  As the vehicle approached the police vehicle, the officer observed that the operator was not wearing the mandatory seatbelt.  As a result of this observation, the officer conducted a MV stop on the vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer requested the operator produce the mandated vehicle and operator’s documents (driver’s license, registration and insurance card).   After receiving the documents, the officer returned to his vehicle to issue a “MV Summons” for the violation.  During this time the officer conducted a “Warrant Inquiry” on the operator.  This inquiry revealed that a warrant had been issued by the Camden Municipal Court, with bail set at $750.00 (No 10%).  As a result of this information, the officer returned to the man’s vehicle, placed him under arrest on the warrant and transported him to Hdqtrs for processing.           At Hdqtrs, the officer contacted Camden PD and informed the answering officer of this arrest.  The Camden officer received permission to R.O.R. the man with a newly assigned Court Date.  After issuing the man a MV Summons for “Failure to Wear a Seatbelt,” the man was released.
01/22	While on patrol on Creek Road, at approximately 11:30 PM, an officer observed a vehicle exiting the vacant former “Jevic” building.  As the vehicle attempted to leave, the officer “forcefully” commanded the vehicle to stop.  As a result of this command, the vehicle stopped prior to re-entering Creek Road.           Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer observed two other males within the vehicle.  When asked why he was on the vacant business, the operator indicated that they had entered the property to urinate.  When asked, the man stated that they reside  in Philadelphia.  At this p0int, the officer requested the operator produce the mandated vehicle and operator’s documents (driver’s license, registration and insurance card).   After receiving the documents, he then requested identification from the passengers.  While this was taking place, the other duty officers arrived as “Back-ups.”  At this time the investigating officer asked the vehicle’s operator if he would consent to a search of his vehicle.  The operator agreed to the request and signed the “Consent to Search Form.”           After the vehicle operator consented to the search, a “Backup Officer” peered into the vehicle to speak with the passengers at which time he observed a number of prescription bottles near the front seat passenger.  The officer also observed a “two-way” radio in the front console.  During this same time, the officer observed “Burglar Tools” and a “Billy Club” on the floor of the passenger compartment.  After a search was completed, the men were placed under arrest and transported to Hdqtrs for processing.           At Hdqtrs, the detective arrived and, with the “Arresting Officer,” recorded interviews with each of the arrestees.  During processing, Judge McCloskey was contacted and apprised of the case.  Judge McCloskey found “Probable Cause” to charge the men with “Prohibited Weapons” and “Possession of Burglar Tools,” with bail set for each at $2,500.00 (No 10%).  After processing, the three subjects were transported to Burlington County Jail in default of bail.