2 Men Arrested For Stealing Packages Off Cranford Porch: PD

CRANFORD, NJ — Two men were charged following a report of packages being stolen from a Cranford front porch on Sunday.

At around 6 p.m., Cranford Police were called to the 50 block of Elizabeth Avenue on the report of a theft.

Officers met with the victim who reported numerous packages containing valuable children’s toys had been stolen from their front porch.

When the victim reviewed his home video surveillance system, they saw two unknown people removing the packages from the front porch and fleeing in a white compact vehicle, said Cranford Detective Lt. Spencer Durkin.

On Monday, Detectives Jason D’Agostino and Michael O’Neil conducted a follow-up investigation, leading to the identification and arrest of two Elizabeth men.

Imanoll Alzatevargas, 22, Elizabeth, and Andres Gonzalezgomez, 26, Elizabeth were both charged with third-degree theft and issued a Superior Court appearance date.

In addition, all stolen goods were located and returned to the victim.

"Residents are encouraged to monitor package deliveries and ensure that any doorbell camera or surveillance systems are operational, especially during the holiday season," said Durkin.

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