WESTFIELD, NJ — Multiple DWI arrests, suspicious person sightings, and $105,000 scam was reported in Westfield recently.
Westfield Police Blotter – Oct. 18 to Oct. 24:
On Oct. 18 at 11:27 p.m.: Joseph Mullholland, 42, Westfield, was arrested for driving while intoxicated following a motor vehicle collision in the 600 block of Dorian Road. Officers took Mullholland to Westfield Police Headquarters, where he was processed and released to a sober adult.
On Oct. 19 at 4:26 p.m.: A resident of the 1000 block of Prospect Street reported a fraud incident. The victim states that he purchased a 2023 DBX 707 Aston Martin over the telephone for $105,000. The victim arranged delivery of the vehicle, which never arrived after multiple scheduled delivery dates. The victim is at a monetary loss of $105,000.
On Oct. 20 at 9 a.m.: A silver colored "Oura" ring was located at the Westfield Armory following the "Charlie's Ale Garden" Event. This item was turned over to officers and taken to police headquarters as found property.
On Oct. 20 at 5:24 p.m.: A resident of the 100 block of West Grove Street reported that an unknown man approached the home, looked through the mailbox, and then left the area.
On Oct. 21 at 6:25 p.m.: Officers responded to a business located on the 200 block of East North Avenue for a reported shoplifting. An unknown man allegedly stole merchandise valued at $621.74 before fleeing in a blue sedan, possibly a Ford Fusion, traveling eastbound toward Garwood.
On Oct. 21 at 10:42 p.m.: Officers conducted a motor vehicle stop in the area of West South Avenue and Central Avenue. Pursuant to an on-scene investigation, Kiara M. Morris, 31, of New Brunswick, was arrested for DWI. She was taken to Westfield Police headquarters, processed, and released to a sober adult upon the issuance of summonses.
On Oct. 22 at 4:45 a.m.: Officers responded to the 800 block of Lawrence Avenue for a report of a suspicious person. Surveillance footage showed an unknown person exiting a dark-colored vehicle, dumping a large black trash bag into the resident's driveway dumpster, and fleeing eastbound on Munsee Way. Officers canvassed the area with negative results.
On Oct. 23 at 12:59 a.m.: Officers responded to a residence on the 1000 block of Grandview Avenue for a suspicious incident after a home alarm was activated. The homeowner reported finding a rear sliding door unlocked but closed, with no signs of forced entry. Officers conducted exterior and interior searches with negative results. The homeowners reported no missing property.
On Oct. 24 at 9:21 p.m.: While on scene at an unrelated call for service, Officer Beal witnessed a motor vehicle crash involving a parked vehicle. Upon further investigation, Shanlie Lydon, 33, of Westfield, was placed under arrest for driving while intoxicated. Lydon was processed and released to a sober adult.
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