$42K In Jewelry Stolen From Westfield Homes

WESTFIELD, NJ — More than $40,000 in jewelry was reportedly stolen from Westfield homes.

On Oct. 6 at 11:25 a.m.: A resident of the 700 block of Kimball Avenue reported multiple items taken from their residence. The resident stated that around $37,000 worth of jewelry has been taken from their home over the span of the last two years.

On Oct. 6 at 1:13 p.m.: A resident of the 0-100 block of Pine Street reported missing jewelry from the home. The resident stated they last saw the jewelry in April and valued the three pieces of jewelry at $5,500.

Other Westfield Police Blotter items – Oct. 4 to 10:

On Oct. 4 at 12:54 a.m.: Officers arrested Leonard Velkin, 18, Staten Island, NY, for DWI in the area of Central Avenue and Washington Street pursuant to a motor vehicle stop investigation. He was taken to Westfield Police headquarters, processed, and released to a sober adult upon the issuance of summonses.

On Oct. 4 at 12:16 p.m.: A resident of the 800 block of Forest Avenue reported someone had placed their motor vehicle on the resident's car insurance. The resident stated he discovered this has been occurring since May. The resident is at a monetary loss of $1,200 from paying for the suspect’s insurance.

On Oct. 4 at 9:57 p.m.: Officers conducted a motor vehicle stop on Central Avenue and Oxford Terrace after observing numerous traffic violations. The operator, Andres Alfaro-Toledo, 29, of Kearny, was found to have a suspended driver's license and an active arrest warrant out of Newark. Alfaro-Toledo was placed under arrest and taken to Westfield Police Headquarters for processing. Newark Municipal Court subsequently issued Alfaro-Toledo a Release on Own Recognizance (ROR) with a new virtual court.

On Oct. 6 at 9:45 p.m.: Officers were approached by a person at the intersection of Central Avenue and South Avenue reporting an assault. The person was operating a ride-share vehicle and reported being punched during a dispute in the vehicle while at the intersection. The incident was documented and the victim was advised of how to pursue a complaint regarding the matter.

On Oct. 7 at 1:28 p.m.: A resident of the 200 block of Kimball Avenue reported an attempted fraud. The resident stated they received a call from a person claiming to be the resident's daughter, that she was arrested, and needed $10,000 in bail money. The resident claimed to also speak with a Westfield Police Officer who requested the money be in cash. Once contacting the actual Westfield Police, it was confirmed to be fraud, and no monetary loss was reported.

On Oct. 7 at 2:23 p.m.: A resident of the 400 block of Stanley Avenue reported fraudulent checks made. The resident saw that three fraudulent checks were attempted to be deposited on the resident’s business account. The resident stated the checks were flagged by the bank and has suffered no monetary loss.

On Oct. 7 at 8:29 p.m.: Sgt. Forcenito saw two people operating electric-style dirt bikes at a high rate of speed while performing wheelies in the area of the South Avenue Traffic Circle. When officers tried to stop the individuals, they fled eastbound on North Avenue toward Garwood. Additional Westfield units saw the individuals continuing to flee before they entered Garwood. No Westfield Police Department vehicle engaged in a pursuit.

On Oct. 10 at 12:33 a.m.: A crossing guard turned in a pair of white colored wireless headphones inside of a white colored charging case found in the area of Sinclair Place and Elm Street.

On Oct. 10 at 5:58 p.m.: A red colored wallet containing multiple gift cards and collectible cards was found in Mindowaskin Park.

On Oct. 10 at 6:40 p.m.: While parked at a business in the 100 block of Elm Street, a driver reported that someone slashed her tires.

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