Crime & Safety
Toxic Chemicals Found In Vehicle During Stop In Westfield, Police Say
Police arrested a Newark man after a suspicious vehicle stop led to the discovery of toxic chemicals.
WESTFIELD, NJ — A Newark man was arrested in Westfield after police say toxic chemicals were found during a search of a vehicle following a suspicious activity report.
The incident happened June 15 near the intersection of First Street and Westfield Avenue, according to police.
Officers responded to the area after a report of a suspicious vehicle. During the encounter, police arrested 24-year-old Kazir Stokes of Newark after what they described as the discovery of toxic chemicals connected to the situation.
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Stokes was taken to Westfield Police Headquarters for processing and later issued a summons to appear in municipal court.
Police said he was also found to have an outstanding warrant from Union Township Municipal Court during processing. He was also given a separate court date for that matter.
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He was later released following processing.
No additional details were provided about the type of chemicals or how they were being transported.
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