Manalapan Police Blotter, Sept. 18 - Oct. 8

MANALAPAN, NJ — Released by the Manalapan police, all the arrests in that time period. Patch only publishes the names if the suspect is charged with an indictable crime:

Theft
On Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at approximately 1:35pm, the victim, a 93-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident from Lone Star Lane responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Theft. The victim advised that sometime between 2:00pm on September 28, 2019 and 11:00am on September 29, 2019, an unknown actor stole the mailbox valued at $20.00 from the victim’s residence. Patrolman Joseph Defilippis was the responding officer.

Harassment
On Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at approximately 1:00pm, patrols responded to a residence on Rumford Way in reference to the report of Harassment. The victim, a 35-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that she is being verbally harassed by her neighbor. Patrolman Charles Alaimo was the responding officer.

Warrant Arrest
On Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at approximately 11:56am, patrols responded to the Colts Neck Police Department and took custody of a 63-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Monroe, NJ. He had a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Manalapan Township Municipal Court in the amount of $3,500. He was processed and transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution in default of bail. Patrolman Rindsberg was the arresting officer.

Shoplifting
On Sunday, September 29, 2019, at approximately 11:15pm, patrols responded to a business located on Woodward Road in reference to a report of Shoplifting. On September 29, 2019, at approximately 11:00pm, a known female subject was found to have left the business with $7.99 worth of merchandise without paying. The merchandise was returned and the business declined to pursue the matter criminally. Patrolman Matthew Meyler was the responding officer.

Shoplifting Arrest
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, at approximately 4:40pm, patrols responded to a business located on State Highway 9 in reference to the report of a shoplifter in custody. The subject, a 25-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Manalapan, NJ, was found to have left the business with $32.92 worth of merchandise without paying. He was arrested and transported to
Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after being served with a summons. Patrolman Christopher Makwinski was the arresting officer.

Theft
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, at approximately 9:15am, the victim, a 79-year-old Monroe, NJ resident responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Theft. The victim advised that on September 27, 2019, between the hours of 11:30am and 12:30pm, an unknown actor stole the victim’s wallet from the cash register counter at a business located on State Highway 9. The wallet contained $300 and assorted credit cards that were utilized fraudulently to make purchases totaling $1,008.00. The incident was handled by Patrolman Joseph DeFilippis and is pending further investigation.

Driving While Intoxicated
On Friday, September 27, 2019, at approximately 10:00pm, patrols from the Manalapan Township Police Department, in conjunction with the Monmouth County DWI Taskforce, participated in this sobriety checkpoint campaign on State Highway 9. At approximately 12:10am on September 28, 2019, a vehicle traveled through the checkpoint being operated by a 42-year-old male, married resident of Staten Island, New York. He was found to be operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and transported to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after being served with multiple summonses. Patrolman Philip Accatatta was the arresting officer.

Criminal Mischief
On Friday, September 27, 2019, at approximately 7:24pm, patrols responded to a residence located on Woodward Road in reference to a report of Criminal Mischief. The victim, a 50-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that sometime during the early morning hours on September 27, 2019, an unknown actor damaged the victim’s vehicle while it was parked in the driveway of his residence. The vehicle had small cracks on the windshield and the brake light lens cover. Patrolman Christopher Makwinski was the responding officer.

Terroristic Threats

On Friday, September 27, 2019, at approximately 6:51pm, patrols responded to a residence located on State Highway 33 in reference to a report of Terroristic Threats. The victim, a 60-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that he was threatened by a known subject. Patrolman Ryan Brady was the responding officer.

Fraud
On Friday, September 27, 2019, at approximately 6:04pm, patrols responded to a residence located on Saratoga Drive in reference to a report of Fraud. The victim, a 57-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that on September 27, 2019, an unknown actor used the victim’s personal information to fraudulently obtain a credit card and complete transactions. The incident was handled by Patrolman Ryan Brady and is pending further investigation.

Arrest (Theft, Forgery)
On Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at approximately 11:51am, the victim, a 61-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident from Union Hill Road responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Theft. The victim related that on July 19, 2019, an unknown actor removed a bank check from the victim’s business and subsequently cashed the check in the amount of $614.35. On Thursday, September 26, 2019, Miguel Molina-Aviles, a 27-year-old male, married, employed as a landscaper and resident of Freehold, NJ was arrested and charged with theft and forgery. Mr. Molina-Aviles was processed and released after being served with a summons. Detective Bryan Belardo was the arresting officer.

Warrant Arrest
On Thursday, September 26, 2019, at approximately 8:17pm, Patrolman Christopher Makwinski conducted a motor vehicle stop on Woodward Road for a traffic violation. The driver, a 31-year-old male, single, employed as a carpenter and resident of Hamilton NJ, was found to have the following three warrants that were issued for his arrest: Chesterfield Township Municipal
Court in the amount of $314.99; Chesterfield Township Municipal Court in the amount of $1,376.00; Hamilton Township Municipal Court in the amount of $500.00. He was arrested and transported to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Christopher Makwinski was the arresting officer.

Harassment
On Thursday, September 26, 2019, at approximately 3:13pm, patrols responded to a residence on Amberly Drive in reference to the report of Harassment. The victim, a 72-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that she has been receiving harassing text messages from a known subject. Patrolman Ryan Brady was the responding officer.

Warrant Arrest

On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at approximately 1:49pm, a a 51-year-old female, single, self-employed and resident of Manalapan, NJ turned herself in at Manalapan Township Police Headquarters regarding a warrant that was issued for her arrest by the Manalapan Township Municipal Court in the amount of $1,000.00. She was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Kevin Ruditsky handled the arrest.

Warrant Arrest

On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at approximately 9:29am, Patrolman Bart Mattaliano conducted a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 33 for a traffic violation. The driver, a 28-year-old male, single, employed as a nutritionist and resident of Spring Lake, NJ was found to have a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Bourgh of Belmar Municipal court in the amount of
$500. He was arrested and transported to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Bart Mattaliano was the arresting officer.

Warrant arrest
On Tuesday, September 24, 2019, at approximately 2:34pm, Patrolman Bart Mattaliano conducted a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 9 for a traffic violation. The passenger, a 41-year-old male, single, employed as a laborer and resident of Staten Island, NY was found to have a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Sayreville Township Municipal court in the amount of $1000. He was arrested and transported to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Bart Mattaliano was the arresting officer.

Warrant Arrest
On Monday, September 23, 2019, at approximately 1:15pm, a 19-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Morristown, NJ turned himself in at Manalapan Township Police Headquarters regarding a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Manalapan Township Municipal Court in the amount of $1,000.00. He was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Charles Alaimo handled the arrest.

Fraud
On Monday, September 23, 2019, at approximately 1:51pm, the victim, a 25-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident from Connor Drive, responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Fraud. The victim advised that on September 16, 2019, an unknown actor fraudulently opened two credit cards using the victim’s personal information and completed transactions totaling $6300.00. Patrolman Kevin Ruditsky was the responding officer.

Theft of Property
On Monday, September 23, 2019, at approximately 10:15am, patrols responded to a business located on County Route 537 in reference to the report of a Theft. An employee of the business advised that on September 21, 2019, an unknown actor removed 15 wooden pallets valued at $150.00 from the business property. Patrolman Ross Dessel was the responding officer.

Warrant Arrest
On Monday September 23, 2019 at 9:03 am the arrestee, a 21-year-old single Staten Island NY resident currently employed as a mechanic, turned himself in on a warrant issued by Manalapan Township. He was processed and released pending a future court date. Ptl. Jeff Emslie handled the arrest.

Trespassing
On Sunday, September 22, 2019, at approximately 8:37pm, patrols responded to a business located on Woodward Road in reference to the report of a subject trespassing. The subject, a 52-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Manalapan, NJ was found to be in violation of a trespassing order. He was issued a summons for defiant trespassing. Patrolman Ryan Brady was the responding officer.

Theft of Property
On Sunday, September 22, 2019, at approximately 5:51pm, patrols responded to a business located on Daum Road in reference to the report of a Theft. The victim, a 37-year-old Morganville, NJ resident advised that on September 22, 2019, the victim dropped her cell phone in the parking lot of the business and an unknown actor removed the phone. The incident was handled by Patrolman Chris Makwinski and is pending further investigation.

Trespassing
On Saturday, September 21, 2019, at approximately 7:15pm, patrols responded to a business located on Woodward Road in reference to the report of a subject trespassing. The subject, a 68-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Manalapan, NJ was found to be in violation of a
trespassing order. He was issued a summons for defiant trespassing. Patrolman Doug Zike was the responding officer.

Trespassing
On Saturday, September 21, 2019, at approximately 5:06pm, patrols responded to a business located on Woodward Road in reference to the report of a subject trespassing. The subject, a 52-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Manalapan, NJ was found to be in violation of a trespassing order. He was issued a summons for defiant trespassing. Patrolman Doug Zike was the responding officer.

Warrant Arrest
On Friday, September 20, 2019, at approximately 10:45am, patrols met with the New Jersey State Police and took custody of a 29-year-old male, single, unemployed resident of Bensalem, PA. He had a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Manalapan Township Municipal Court in the amount of $1,000. He was processed and transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution in default of bail. Patrolman Matthew Mattia was the arresting officer.

Warrant Arrest
On Thursday, September 19, 2019, at approximately 10:08pm, patrols responded to the New Brunswick Police Department and took custody of a 29-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Perth Amboy, NJ. He had a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Manalapan Township Municipal Court in the amount of $1,000. He was processed and transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution in default of bail. Patrolman Aaron Abeles was the arresting officer.

Theft
On Thursday, September 19, 2019, at approximately 3:15pm, patrols responded to a business on State Highway 33 in reference to the report of a Theft. The business owner related that on September 17, 2019, a former employee removed approximately $1,750.00 cash from a locked petty cash box. The incident was handled by Patrolman Matt Meyler and is pending further investigation.

Burglary, Theft of Property
On Thursday, September 19, 2019, at approximately 11:30am, the victim, a 69-year-old, Manalapan, NJ resident from Yates Road responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Theft. The victim advised that sometime around September 1, 2019, an unknown actor entered her opened garage and stole a gold necklace located in the garage. The incident was handled by Patrolman Peter Bylsma and is pending further investigation.

Shoplifting/Warrant Arrest
On Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at approximately 1:35pm, patrols responded to a business located on State Highway 9 in reference to the report of shoplifting. Omar Cruz, a 63-year-old, male, married, unemployed, and resident of West New York, NJ attempted to leave the business with $337.00 worth of merchandise without paying. In addition, Mr. Cruz had a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Somerset County Sheriff’s Department. Mr. Cruz was arrested and transported to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and served with a summons. Mr. Cruz was turned over to the custody of the Somerset County Sheriff’s Department. Patrolman Reginald Grant was the arresting officer.

Harassment
On Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at approximately 10:05am, patrols responded to a residence located on Amberly Drive in reference to a report of Harassment. The victim, a 76-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that over the last few weeks, the victim has been verbally harassed by a neighbor. Patrolman Jeff Emslie was the responding officer.

Shoplifting

On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at approximately 3:15pm, patrols responded to a business located on State Highway 9 in reference to the report of an attempted Shoplifting. A store employee advised that on October 8, 2019, at approximately 3:15pm, two unknown female actors attempted to leave the business without paying for merchandise in the amount $300.00. The actors left the merchandise and fled in a black Cadillac sport utility vehicle. The incident was handled by Patrolman Ryan Brady and is pending further investigation.

Warrant Arrest

On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at approximately 9:59am, a 27 year-old female, married, unemployed and resident of Hamilton, NJ responded to Manalapan Township PoliceHeadquarters regarding a warrant that was issued for her arrest by the Manalapan Township Municipal Court in the amount of $500.00. She was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Reginald Grant was the arresting officer.

Criminal Mischief

On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at approximately 8:23am, patrols responded to a business located on State Highway 33 in reference to a report of Criminal Mischief. The victim, a 50-year-old East Windsor, NJ resident advised that a known actor damaged the victim's vehicle by scratching it. Patrolman Ross Dessel was the responding officer.

Warrant Arrest

On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at approximately 5:20am, patrols responded to a residence on Cross Slope Court in reference to the report of a dispute. The subject, a 47-year-old male, single, unemployed and resident of Manalapan, NJ was found to have a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Marlboro Township Municipal Court in the amount of $750.00. He was arrested and transported to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Kyle Williams was the arresting officer.

Burglary to a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Attempt, Theft

On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at approximately 12:56am, patrols responded to a residence located on New Beginnings Crossing in reference to the report of a Theft. The victim, a 54-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that on October 8, 2019, at approximately 12:45am, two unknown actors entered the victim's unlocked enclosed trailer and attempted to remove a leaf blower. The victim yelled at the actors causing the actors to flee the area without removing the leaf blower. The two actors fled the area in a dark colored Jeep Cherokee. The incident was handled by Patrolman Brian Cruse and is pending further investigation.

Theft by Deception

On Monday, October 7, 2019, at approximately 4:55pm, the victim, a 59 year-old Manalapan, NJ resident from Wendi Way, responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Theft by Deception. The victim advised that he hired a contractor to complete work at his residence and gave him a deposit of $891.00. The contractor has not completed the work nor has the deposit been returned. The incident was handled by Patrolman Peter Bylsma and is pending further investigation.

Warrant Arrest

On Monday, October 7, 2019, at approximately 10:13am, a 36 year-old female, single, unemployed and resident of Colts Neck, NJ responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters regarding a warrant that was issued for her arrest by the Neptune Township Municipal Court in the amount of $500.00. She was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Scott Rindsberg was the arresting officer.

Terroristic threats/ Harassment

On Saturday, October 5, 2019, at approximately 8:24pm, patrols responded to a residence on Saint Andrews Place in reference to the report of Harassment. The victim, a 53-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that she is being verbally harassed by her neighbor. Patrolman John Lightbody was the responding officer.

Fraud

On Friday October 4, 2019, at approximately 6:09pm, the victim, a 69-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident from Kilmer Drive responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Fraud. The victim advised that on October 3, 2019, an unknown actor accessed his bank account online and fraudulently removed $3,897.27. Patrolman John Lightbody was the responding officer.

Theft of Vehicle

On Friday, October 4, 2019. at approximately 6:14am. patrols responded to a residence located on Pease Road in reference to a motor vehicle theft. The victim, a 26-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that on October 4, 2019, between 2:00am and 4:30am, an unknown actor removed the victim's vehicle while it was parked in the driveway of the residence. The vehicle is described as a white. 2014 BMW 528i. The vehicle was left unlocked with the key fob inside. The incident was handled by Patrolman Matthew Mattia and is pending further investigation.

Criminal Mischief

On Friday, October 4, 2019, at approximately 2:35am, patrols responded to a residence located on Fawn Run in reference to a report of Criminal Mischief. The victim, a 21-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that on October 4, 2019, at approximately 2:30am, an unknown actor damaged the victim's vehicle by puncturing a tire. Patrolman Dennis O'Brien was the responding officer.

Fraud

On Thursday, October 3, 2019, at approximately 2:37pm, the victim, a 19-year old Manalapan, NJ resident from Topanga Court responded to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters and reported an incident of Fraud. The victim advised that on October 3, 2019, an unknown actor fraudulently accessed the victim's bank account online and removed $4248.03 utilizing a bank transfer. The incident was handled by Patrolman Scott Rindsberg and is pending further investigation.

Theft, Credit Card Fraud On Thursday, October 3, 2019, at approximately 12:44pm, patrols responded to a residence located on Amberly Drive in reference to a report of Theft. The victim, a 68-year-old Manalapan, NJ resident advised that some time between May and June of 2019, a known actor removed $1,000.00 dollars from the victim's residence. In addition, the known actor fraudulently utilized the victim's credit card to make transactions totaling approximately $2,700.00 dollars. The incident was handled by Patrolman Scott Rindsberg and is pending further investigation.

Warrant Arrest

On Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at approximately 6:11pm, Patrolman Christopher Makwinski conducted a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 9 for a traffic violation. The driver, Jada Wright, a 23-year-old, female, single, employed as a call center operator and resident of Irvington, NJ was found to have a warrant that was issued for her arrest by the Manalapan Township Municipal Court in the amount of $1,000.00. Ms. Wright was arrested and transported to
Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where she was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Christopher Makwinski was the arresting officer.

Warrant Arrest

On Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at approximately 11:50am, Patrolman Charles Alaimo conducted a motor vehicle stop on Tennent Road for a traffic violation. The driver, Miles Nolan, a 35-year-old male, married, employed as a contractor and resident of Piscataway NJ, was found to have a warrant that was issued for his arrest by the Marlboro Township Municipal Court in the amount of $1500.00. Mr. Nolan was arrested and transported to Manalapan Township Police Headquarters where he was processed and released after posting bail. Patrolman Charles Alaimo was the arresting officer.