Shoplifting, Criminal Mischief Reported In Clark

CLARK, NJ — Clark Police reported making arrests for receiving stolen property and shoplifting recently.

Clark Police blotter:

On March 4 at 12:09 p.m.: Police arrested Valerie Canter, 60, of Scotch Plains for shoplifting merchandise valued at $66.92 from the Whole Foods Supermarket at 1255 Raritan Road. She was subsequently released on her own recognizance pending a court date. Police Officer Michael Somma was the arresting officer.

On March 4 at 4:24 p.m.: Police took a report of criminal mischief to a motor vehicle that was parked on Lexington Boulevard. The incident is under investigation. Police Officer Michael Somma was the investigating officer.

On March 9 at 6:36 p.m.: At 76 Central Ave., police arrested Jonathan Mercado, 26, of Metuchen for receiving stolen property. He was subsequently released on his own recognizance pending a court date. Police Officer Joshua Weber was the arresting officer.

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