$38K In Watches Stolen, Target Shoplifting: Manalapan PD Blotter

MANALAPAN, NJ - Released by Manalapan police and unedited by Patch, all crimes and arrests from June 30 to July 6:

On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at approximately 5:26 p.m., a 52-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported that unknown actor(s) had stolen watches valued at approximately $38,000.00 from a Riva Ridge Road residence during the month of May, 2021. Patrolman Chris Schou handled the report, which is pending further investigation.

On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at approximately 1:47pm., a 52-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported an unknown actor(s) used their pedigree information to open fraudulent unemployment benefits. Patrolman Jeff Emslie handled the report.

On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at approximately 9:36 a.m., a 58-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported that an unknown actor had damaged four vehicle tires over the course of two years while parked at a Wilson Avenue business. Patrolman Joseph DeFilippis handled the report, which is pending further investigation.

On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at approximately 7:30 a.m., a 52-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported an unknown actor(s) used their pedigree information to open fraudulent unemployment benefits. Patrolman Bart Mattaliano handled the report.

On Monday, July 5, 2021, at approximately 4:24 p.m., employees of the Target Department Store, located at 55 Route 9 in Manalapan, reported multiple past incidents of shoplifting involving the same male actor. The actor was observed on video surveillance unlawfully removing several items from the business on different dates in the months of June and July. Patrolman James Guarino handled the report, which is pending further investigation.

On Saturday, July 3, 2021, at 6:23 a.m., a 40-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported that during the overnight hours, unknown actor(s) stole a vehicle valued at approximately $50,000.00 from an Iris Circle residence. Patrolman Zike handled the report, which is pending further investigation.

On Friday, July 2, 2021, at 8:59 p.m., a 51-year-old Manalapan Township resident and a 71-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported that unknown actor(s) applied for a rental agreement utilizing the victim’s pedigree information. Patrolman Jeremy Slad handled the report, which is pending further investigation.

On Friday, July 2, 2021, at 5:40 pm, a 64-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported unknown actor(s) vandalized a vehicle while it was parked on Amberly Drive during the overnight hours, specifically by scratching the hood with an unknown object. Patrolman Charles Alaimo handled the report.
On Friday, July 2, 2021, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the owner of a Manalapan Township business located on Route 9 reported money missing from the business. The exact dollar amount is unknown at this time. Patrolman Jean Letts handled the report, which is pending further investigation.

On Friday, July 2, 2021, at 10:44 a.m., a 54-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported that unknown actor(s) opened a checking account utilizing the victim’s personal information. There was no monetary loss as a result of this incident. Patrolman Joseph DeFilippis handled the report.

On Friday, July 2, 2021, at approximately 8:49 a.m., a 49-year-old resident of New York reported being harassed by a Manalapan resident (unknown age). This incident is pending the signing of complaints. Patrolman Ross Dessel took the report.

On Thursday, July 1, 2021, at approximately 7:09 p.m., a 68-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported an unknown actor(s) used their pedigree information to open fraudulent unemployment benefits. Patrolman Christopher Oleksy handled the report.

On Thursday, July 1, 2021, at approximately 4:21 p.m., a 34-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported being harassed by a neighbor. This incident is pending the signing of complaints. Patrolman Christopher Oleksy handled the report.

On Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 12:54 p.m., a 33-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported an unknown actor(s) opened a banking account in the victim’s name. There was no monetary loss reported as a result of this incident. Patrolman Ryan Brady handled the report.

On Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 7:47 a.m., a 46-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported unknown actor(s) used the victim’s debit card information to make fraudulent online transactions. Patrolman Ryan Brady handled the report.

On Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at approximately 1:31 p.m., a 51-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported an unknown actor(s) used their pedigree information to open fraudulent unemployment benefits. Patrolman Ryan Brady handled the report.

On Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at approximately 10:29 a.m., a 67-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported being defrauded out of approximately $2,100.00 through their online business. Patrolman Ryan Brady handled the report, which is pending further investigation.

On Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at approximately 8:30 a.m., a 66-year-old Manalapan Township resident reported that their personal information was used to open a credit account. There was no monetary loss reported as a result of this incident. Patrolman Bart Mattaliano took the report.