Montclair Police Blotter: Bloomfield Avenue Burglary / Energy Drink Theft / Slashed Acura Tires / Stolen Bikes

Editor’s Note: The following incidents are reprinted directly from the Montclair police blotter, a listing of selected reports that may not include the full scope of activity in the area. All of the following incidents are accusations, and all suspects should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.

3-8-2016 (The Crescent Parking Deck) - A 2016 Acura MDX had its tire slashed.

3-8-2016 (CVS, Claremont Avenue) - Attempted shoplifting of numerous personal hygiene items. When confronted by a store employee, the suspect dropped the items and fled. The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet 2 inches to 6 feet 4 inches, bald, no facial hair, thin, wearing brown pants, green sweatshirt and an army green jacket.

3-9-2016 (Llewellyn Road) - Theft of three bicycles from a back yard garden shed. Two bicycle locks were cut off in this incident.

3-9-2016 (Myrtle Avenue) - Theft of a bicycle from an unlocked garage.

3-10-2016 (The Wood Pit, Bloomfield Avenue) - Burglary to a commercial establishment. Access was gained by smashing a window. Cash was taken from the register.

3-12-2016 (Nishuane Road) - Theft of a bicycle from a garden shed. Entry was gained by damaging the shed lock.

3-12-2016 (CVS, Claremont Avenue) - Theft of energy drinks and a shopping basket. The suspect is described as approximately 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall, average build, scruffy facial hair, mid to late 30's or early 40's, wearing a black fleece.

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