December 28, 2002
Assault Occurs Between Two Employees at Meza Luna after Closing.

At 2:13AM Officer William VanDyk and Robert Wojtecki were dispatched to the Meza Luna in the central business district to take a report of an assault that took place between two works.  The victim was not seriously hurt and denied medical attention and the actor had left the area before officers arrived.  No formal complaints were desired.

December 27, 2002
Borough Offices the Victim of Financial Computer Theft.

Detective Dean Ackerman was notified by the Borough's Chief Financial Officer Lenora Benjamin of unauthorized computer transactions from a local financial institution.  The Borough discovered that amounts in excess of $ 14,000.00 were transferred electronically from this bank to a private account. 

The detective bureau along with bank officials are actively investigating this crime.

December 26, 2002
Kenmore Place Residence the Target of a Random Paintball Gun Firing

At 9:28 PM Officers Chris McInerney, Eric Reamy and Sgt. Jon Miller were dispatched to the area of Lincoln Ave and Kenmore Place to investigate a home and an auto that were the target of juveniles with a paintball gun.  When Officer McInerney arrived he found one juvenile in the area and the others running away.  Officer Reamy, along with Hawthorne Police, located the other juveniles & the paintball gun. Everyone was transported to the station to further investigate this incident.  

As of this time there were no formal charges against the five juveniles involved and they were released to their parents.

December 24, 2002
Car Drives Through the Front of the Vacated Heirloom Solutions - Heavy Damage to the Store

At 12:36 PM Officers James Calaski, Sgt. Thomas McCrea were dispatched to 208 Rock Road, the former Heirloom Solutions store when an elderly female driver accidentally pressed on the gas pedal instead of the brake and drove completely into the front of the store. Luckily there was no one in the immediate area and the driver suffered only minor injures.  The store had been vacated about a month prior.

December 20, 2002
Resident Victim of Identity Theft on a Gas Credit Card

At 6:26 PM a resident came into the station and reported to Officer Chris McInerney that she had received several phone calls from collection agencies regarding a overdue gas credit card that the resident never opened.  Investigation showed that while the card was in the name of the resident, the address was out of NYC.  The card was since cancelled.

The Police Department has an extensive section in Crime Tips, on how to best protect yourself from these types of crimes.   Please read it carefully and call us if you believe that you have been a victim of identity theft.

December 18, 2002
Pedestrian Struck by Car while Crossing Rock Road by Rock Community Bank 

At 8:45 PM Officers John Mastick, Eric Reamy, Chris McInerney and tour supervisor, Sgt. Jon Miller responded to a report that a pedestrian was just struck by a car as she was crossing Rock Road.  When officers arrived they found several people holding up umbrellas and tending to the injured person.

Glen Rock EMS responded and began treating the victim who had just ended work and was crossing Rock Road (in the crosswalk) to the Main Line parking lot to get to her car.  According to EMS, her injures were not life-threatening. 

No charges were filed against the driver.

December 16, 2002
Stolen Car Recovered in the County Park

At 10:22 PM Lt. Ralph Molinaro noticed a car in the Glen Rock section of the Bergen County County Park that had no license plates on it.  The Lieutenant entered the vehicle identification number (VIN) into his in-car computer and ran it through the National Database and discovered that the car had been stolen in mid-October from a Hawthorne, NJ residence.  The vehicle was impounded and the owner was notified.

December 14, 2002
Lewdness Reported to Officers After Elderly Resident Exposes Himself

At 9:55 PM Officer Michael Ciaramella was dispatched to meet a mother along with her nine year old daughter who claimed that the elderly Glen Rock resident that employees her, had purposely exposed his genitalia to the little girl.  After investigating the allegations and speaking with both parties, the mother declined to pursue the matter from a legal standpoint and terminated her employment.  The matter is still considered open for detectives.

December 13, 2002
Burglary and Theft Occurs on Ferndale Ave. While Resident was Sleeping

At 6:52 AM Officer George Erlich and Det. Sgt. Fred Stahman were dispatched to investigate a burglary and theft that occurred sometime between 11PM and 5 AM while the homeowners were asleep inside their house. Investigators determined that the actor entered the house through an unlocked door and rifled through some draws on both the first and second floors.  He left the house after taking some cash. 

Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for this burglary are asked to e-mail D/Sgt Fred Stahman at fstahman@glenrockpolice.com or call him at (201) 670-3947. 

December 11, 2002
Purse Snatching Suspect Apprehended by Glen Rock Officer

At 11:53 AM Officer Mike Ciaramella heard a radio transmission of an attempted purse snatching that occurred in Ridgewood, on the Glen Rock boarder.  Officer Ciaramella immediately proceeded to the area and went out on foot to check the Bergen County line Rail Road Tracks for the actor.  While in the area he observed an individual fitting the description offered by the victim.  The actor was apprehended, handcuffed and detained.  He was transported to the scene of the crime and identified as the actor by the victim.  He was then turned-over-to Ridgewood authorities. 

December 09, 2002
Resident reports Theft of $6,000.00 Worth of Jewelry

At 9:51 AM  Officer Dan Dour was dispatched to a Concord Road residence to take a report of the theft of $5,900.00 of jewelry.  The resident believes that a contractor who had been working in her home may have taken the items.

November 26, 2002
Drug Dealer Arrested for Extortion  

In a cooperative investigation, Glen Rock Det. Dean Ackermann along with members of the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Task force arrested a 25 year-old Bergen County man on extortion charges.  The man was also charged, in another jurisdiction, with possessing Anabolic Steroids, marijuana and hypodermic needles with intent to sell. 

The case began when two young Glen Rock men reported to authorities that their lives had been threaten following a $ 45,000.00 drug deal that went bad.  Through the use of electronic surveillance and an undercover detective, the suspect was arrested during a midnight raid at a diner in a neighboring community.

 November 22, 2002
Numerous Thefts from Lockers reported at Glen Rock High School

Officials at the Glen Rock High School have reported five instances over the last two months where personal property, mostly cash, have been stolen from students and staff members.  In all cases the property was left unattended in lockers or rooms that do not appear to have been properly locked.

Police wish to remind both Students and Staff members to safe guard their personal property.  Lockers should be locked and valuables should not be left lying unattended. Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for these thefts are asked to e-mail the Glen Rock Police at crime_tips@glenrockpolice.com or call (201) 652-3800.

 November 20, 2002
$44,800 in Computer Equipment Taken in Theft by Deception Fraud

Det. Dean Ackermann was assigned to investigate the reported theft of $44,800.00 worth of computer equipment from a Rock Road computer sales company.  The actor(s) had set up a phony corporation with false credit references in California in order to make sales personnel believe that they were making a legitimate purchase.  The equipment was subsequently shipped and no form of payment was ever received. 

 November 15, 2002
Cooperative Investigation Between Towns leads to Arrest of Burglary Suspect

D/Sgt. Fred Stahman and Det. Dean Ackermann arrested a 33-year-old Glen Rock man for the November 4^th burglary and theft at the Town Deli on Rock Road as well as an October burglary and theft at the Glen Rock Fire House. 

The actor, who had been previously arrested in Glen Rock for theft from his brother and a Harristown Road family who had employed him to paint their home, confessed that he had been committing these crimes to support his crack cocaine habit.   He was also charged with offenses in other Bergen County jurisdiction where he had taken jewelry from homes he was painting.

Cooperating with Glen Rock Detectives in this investigation were Detectives from Park Ridge, Ho Ho Kus, Ridgewood and the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.

November 13, 2002
Glen Rock Officer Arrests Suspect in Ridgewood Shoplifting

P.O. Arthur Faber assisted Ridgewood P.D. following a shoplifting that had just occurred in their Central Business District.  After observing a female fitting one of the suspect’s description, P.O. Faber took into custody a 30-year-old Paterson woman who was positively identified by the merchant involved.  She was placed under arrest and turned over to Ridgewood Police.

 November 12, 2002
Glen Rock Officers assist Ridgewood Police in Capturing Fleeing Bank Robbers 

Glen Rock officers responded to assist Ridgewood Police following an afternoon bank robbery in their Central Business District.  The actor was subsequently apprehended by officers from both towns at the Ridgewood Bus terminal. 

November 10, 2002
NY Man Arrest for Driving While Intoxicated 

At 4:17 AM Officer Chris Mc Inerney arrested a 43-year-old Poughkeepsie, NY man for Driving While Intoxicated on Lincoln Avenue during a routine motor vehicle stop. The driver's car was impounded and he remained at the station for seven hours until a friend could respond to pick up.

 November 9, 2002
More Criminal Mischief Discovered at Byrd School 

At 3:26 AM P.O. Mc Inerney discovered a broken window and smashed pumpkins at Byrd School.  His initial investigation found that this was not a burglary, but rather a continuation of ongoing acts of Criminal Mischief at the school.  A search for potential suspects or witnesses proved negative.

Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for these acts are asked to e-mail Det. Ackermann at dackermann@glenrockpolice.com or call him at (201) 670-3948. 

November 5, 2002
Dispute Outside Kokopelli's Restaurant Leads to the Arrest of a Fair Lawn Woman

At 1:45 PM Detective Sergeant Fred Stahman and Sgt. Paul Weber responded to a dispute at outside a Prospect Street restaurant. The subject, who was intoxicated, had fallen off her bicycle. When employees of the restaurant attempted to give her assistance she became hostile. Upon the arrival of the police, the 42-year-old Fair Lawn woman continued to be offensive, threatening and refused any medical from EMS. She was subsequently arrested and charged with one count of Disorderly Conduct.  Following her arrest she was released to her mother in Fair Lawn.

November 1, 2002
Brother - Sister Dispute Leads to Assault:  Sister Arrested

At 8:32 AM Officer Chris Mc Inerney arrested a 37-year-old Glen Rock woman who committed aggravated assault on her adult brother with a stick.  The victim had to be transported to the Hospital due to his injuries.  The two had gotten into an argument when the brother became upset about the man his sister had brought home from Passaic the night before.  The sister is a crack addict who often brings home other crack addicts.

The woman was transported to the Bergen County Jail in lieu of $1,000 bail.

 October 30, 2002
Criminal Mischief Discovered at Byrd School - Found to be an on-going Issue

The Principal of Byrd School reported that an unknown actor had defecated on playground equipment at the school.  While conducting the initial investigation, P.O. Mc Inerney learned that there has been an ongoing problem with criminal mischief at the school during the month of October.

Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for these acts are asked to e-mail Det. Ackermann at dackermann@glenrockpolice.com or call him at (201) 670-3948. 

  October 29, 2002
Glen Rock Resident has $2,600.00 in Audio Equipment Stolen - Brother Charged

A 26-year-old Glen Rock man reported to P.O. Eric Reamy that his 33-year-old brother stole $ 2,600 with of audio equipment from him.  The actor is addicted to crack cocaine and has been stealing to support his drug habit.

The stolen equipment has been entered into into the National computer network as stolen.  The victim signed complaints against his brother for theft and the matter has been referred to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s office for Grand Jury action.

 October 28, 2002
Paterson Man Arrested on Drug Charges - Also had ID of Others in his Possession

Officer Chris McInerney arrested a 54-year-old Paterson man on drug related charges.  At the time of the man’s arrest he was found to have identification, personal checks and keys belonging to unrelated third parties from Passaic and North Haledon. 

Det. Ackermann, with the assistance of Detectives from North Haledon and Passaic, was able to determine that the items in question were stolen from the victim’s cars while they were in Ridgewood. 

This information, and the property in question, was been turned over the Ridgewood Detectives who filed charges against this actor.

 October 24, 2002
Ongoing Investigation at Opici Winery results in Arrest for Theft of $10,000

D/Sgt. Fred Stahman concluded a several month investigation involving improper disposition of company funds by for the former agent of a De Boer Drive business.  As a result the 40-year-old Syosset NY man was charged with Theft of $10,000.00 by failure to make required disposition.

Matter to be referred to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s office for Grand Jury Action.

  October 21, 2002
Resident Arrested for Domestic Violence and Assaulting his Wife

At 10:37 AM Officer Robert Wojtecki arrested a 60-year-old Glen Rock man for assaulting his wife.  The injuries were not serious. The victim subsequently obtained a Domestic Violence restraining order against her husband. 

October 19, 2002
Burglary and Theft Occurs on Hanover Place While Resident was Sleeping - Car Stolen

An elderly Hanover Place resident reported that unknown actor(s) entered his home in the early morning hours while he slept on his living room sofa.   Entry was gained via an unlocked sliding rear door.  Actor stole the victim’s wallet containing $250 in cash and car keys from the victim pants, which were draped over the sofa the victim was sleeping on.  The actor then exited through the same door and stole the victim’s car.

The Passaic County Sheriff’s Department later recovered the car on a motor vehicle stop in Paterson.  The occupants of the stolen auto were arrested but told investigators that they obtained the vehicle from a third party however the investigation is still ongoing..  This burglary fits a similar pattern currently under investigation by this authority in cooperation with Detectives from Hawthorne and Ridgewood. 

Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for this burglary is asked to e-mail D/Sgt Fred Stahman at fstahman@glenrockpolice.com or call him at (201) 670-3947. 

 October 16, 2002
Male Arrested for Urinating on a Dog in the Central Business District

At 7:19 PM P.O. James Calaski was dispatched to a report of a man urinating on a dog in front of a business on Rock Road.  The actor, a 40-year-old New York City man, was apprehended with the assistance of witnesses and other officers.  P.O. Calaski charged the man with lewdness and violating a Glen Rock Borough Ordinance that prohibits urinating in public.  An investigator from the Law Enforcement Division of the S.P.C.A. also filed animal cruelty charges against the man.

 October 14, 2002
Fair Lawn Resident Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated

A Jennifer Court resident reported that his home had been entered overnight while the family slept.  The house has an alarm system, however, it was not turned on.   Actor(s) gained entry through an unlocked rear sliding glass door. Reported stolen are a wallet, $180 in cash and coin, and a lap top computer. 

This burglary fits a similar pattern currently under investigation by this authority in cooperation with Detectives from Hawthorne and Ridgewood. 

 October 14, 2002
Fair Lawn Resident Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated

At 10:53 PM, Officer Daniel Dour observed a vehicle being driven recklessly on Maple Avenue and initiated a motor vehicle stop.  He subsequently arrested a 26-year-old Fair Lawn man for driving while intoxicated. 

 October 13, 2002
Attempted Burglary to Main Street Residence

A Main Street resident reported an attempted burglary had occurred at his home during the evening.  An unknown actor forced a metal dryer vent away from the, however, no entry was gained.

Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for this burglary is asked to e-mail D/Sgt Fred Stahman at fstahman@glenrockpolice.com or call him at (201) 670-3947. 

 October 11, 2002
Glen Rock Fire Department Reports Burglary and Theft

October 8, 2002
44 Year-old Glen Rock Resident Arrest for Driving While Intoxicated

At 3:30 PM P.O. Eric Reamy was dispatched to investigate a report of a possible intoxicated driver called in by a school crossing guard and a private citizen.  The vehicle was found driving in an erratic manner on Glen Avenue.  Officer Reamy stopped the vehicle a subsequently arrested the driver, a 44 year old Glen Rock resident, for Driving While Intoxicated.

October 3, 2002
Lewdness in the Central Business District finds 71 Year-old male under Arrest

At 3:03 PM D/Sgt Fred Stahman arrested a 71-year-old Fair Lawn man who exposed himself in front of a store in the Central Business District. D/Sgt Stahman and Sgt. Garret Merselis appended the man, after being identified by a female witness. He was transported to Police HQ and charged with lewdness.

 October 2, 2002
85 Year-old Resident was Paid for Services with Bad Check

P.O Adam Pyatak investigated a complaint from an 85-year-old Glen Rock woman who reported that a Hamburg woman paid her for dress making services with a check drawn on an account with insufficient funds. 

October 1, 2002
Painting Contractor Arrested for Theft of Cash to Support Drug Habit

At 9:35 Officer John Mastick was dispatched to the 700 block of Harristown Road to investigate a theft of cash from their home.  At the time a contractor who was given a key to the front door was painting the house.  Following an interview of the contractor, a 33-year-old Glen Rock man, Det. Ackermann arrested him on charges of Theft.  The man admitted he had stolen the money to support his “Crack” cocaine habit. 

 September 30, 2002
Car Smashes Through the Exterior Wall of the Senior Citizens Complex

P.O. James Calaski investigated a one-car motor vehicle accident in which extensive damage was done to the Glen Courts Senior Building.  Investigation found that an elderly female driver accidentally struck the building while pulling out of a parking space.  There were no injuries, however, considerable structural damage was done to the building. 

September 26, 2002
Burglary and Theft Occurs on the Boulevard While Residents are Asleep

At 6:37 AM Officer Adam Pyatak was dispatched to investigate an overnight burglary that occurred in the 300 block of the Boulevard while the elderly residents were on the second floor asleep.  The actor, using the resident’s ladder, was able to climb into a kitchen window that had been left both unlocked and standing open.  The only item stolen was a purse containing $ 517 in cash.

Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for this burglary are asked to e-mail Det. Ackermann at dackermann@glenrockpolice.com or call him at (201) 670-3948. 

September 23, 2002
Paterson Resident Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated

At 6:44 AM P.O. Christopher McInerney arrested a 31-year-old Paterson man for driving while intoxicated.  The arrested followed a motor vehicle stop on Maple Avenue.

 September 23, 2002
Resident Arrest and Charged with Making a False 9-1-1 Call and False Police Report

P.O. John Mastick arrested a 39-year-old Glen Rock woman for making a false 9-1-1 call and filing a false police report.  The woman had called police stating that her ex-boyfriend had stabbed her.  Once at the hospital, medical personnel quickly determined that cuts on her were self inflicted.

 September 21, 2002
Suspicious Male Call lead to Arrest for Crack Pipe

At 12:48 am P.O. Christopher Mc Inerney confronted a suspicious male loitering behind closed stores on Prospect Street.  The 54-year-old Paterson man was found to be in possession of a crack pipe and was arrested for possession of Drug Paraphernalia. 

 September 20, 2002
Investigation of Missing 17 Year-old Juvenile locates her in Vermont

D/Sgt Fred Stahman investigated a report of a 17-year-old Glen Rock female that was missing.  Through investigation he was able to locate her in Vermont with a male friend. The friend returned the missing female without incident. The girl's mother reported that her daughter has a drug problem and she is attempting to get her daughter into a drug rehab.

 September 19, 2002
Motorist's Failure to Stop on State Highway 208 for a Minor Traffic Offence  leads to Struggle and Arrest

At 10:15 pm P.O. Eric Reamy attempted to make a motor vehicle stop on Route 208 North.  The vehicle refused to stop and was pursued into Franklin Lakes.  Once the vehicle was brought to a stop the driver, a 41-year-old Sleepy Hollow, NY man, fought with Glen Rock and Franklin Lakes Police Officers.  The man was subdued and transported back to Glen Rock where he was charged with eluding police, resisting arrest and numerous motor vehicle charges.

 September 17, 2002
Motor Vehicle Crash lead to False Identification Investigation & Arrest Warrants

On the afternoon of 09-09-02 Sgt. Thomas Mc Crea investigated a motor vehicle accident.  He subsequently became aware that the operator of the vehicle had provided a false identity.  The Sergeant was able to determine the drivers true name, however, was unable to contact the 17-year-old Garfield male or his parent. 

Det. Dean Ackermann found that the juvenile has a warrant out for his arrest and does not have a driver’s license.  Further investigation disclosed that the same juvenile had provided a false identity to Sgt. Garret Merselis during a motor vehicle stop on 09-08-02. 

Two charges of hindering apprehension have been signed against this juvenile in addition of numerous MV Summonses.  Glen Rock Detectives working to locate this youth and take him into custody.  His current whereabouts are unknown.

 September 13, 2002
Road Rage that began on State Highway 17 in Maywood ends in Borough

A road rage incident that began on Rt.17 in Maywood ended up in the parking lot of a De Boer Drive business. The two individuals involved then got into a physical altercation that was broken up by employees. One victim came into headquarters later on to report this incident. D/Sgt. Stahman was able to track down the other actor involved.  In the end neither man elected to sign complaints. 

September 11, 2002
Kokopelli Restaurant had Burglary and Theft of Cash
At 10:35 PM Officers Eric Reamy, Chris McInerney and James Calaski along with D/Sgt Fred Stahman were dispatched to a Prospect Street restaurant to investigate a burglary and theft. Apparently a white male had entered the Bar at around 10:15 pm through a rear fire exit door that was closed but left unlocked. This actor then entered the office of the bar and stole $345.00 cash from a drawer. 

September 11, 2002
Serafin Place Residence Burglarized and Car Stolen as Residents are Asleep.
At 7:28 AM Officer George Erlich was dispatched to a Serafin Place address to take a report of burglary and theft of a motor vehicle.  It was reported that an unknown actor entered the residence overnight. The actor used a ladder to gain entry into the house & forced an unlocked casement window.  A backpack, cell phone, credit cards, Dell laptop and car keys were taken. The actor then exited the home at the point of entry and used the homeowners 2001 Volvo to flee the scene.

Anyone with information about the person(s) responsible for this burglary is asked to e-mail D/Sgt Fred Stahman at fstahman@glenrockpolice.com or call him at (201) 670-3947. 

September 5, 2002
17 Year-Old Juvenile arrest for Theft of over $10,000 in Jewelry
D/Sgt. Fred Stahman arrested a 17-year-old Glen Rock male for theft.  The arrest was the result of an investigation in to missing jewelry reported by an Abbington Road resident.   The investigation revealed that the victim’s 17-year-old son was responsible. The son was charged with one count of theft at a value of $10,501.

September 4, 2002
15 Year-Old Juvenile Arrested for Numerous Bicycle Thefts

As part of an ongoing investigation concerning a rash of stolen bicycles in the Borough, D/Sgt. Stahman was able to develop information as to the identity of a suspect. The information lead to the September 9^th arrest of a 15-year-old Glen Rock male on theft charges.

August 21, 2002
Runaway Juvenile Located in County Park Leads Officers on Foot Chase

D/Sgt. Fred Stahman assisted Ridgewood P.D. in locating a missing Glen Rock juvenile who also had a warrant for his arrest on a probation violation. The subject was located at a home in Ridgewood and upon arrival of the police he ran into the wooded area of the county park in Ridgewood, then jumped into the stream and started to swim into the Paramus section of the park.

Officers from Ridgewood, Paramus, Bergen County and Glen Rock surrounded the area and after a search in the woods this male was apprehended. He was subsequently transported back to Glen Rock Police HQ and later turned over the Bergen County Sheriff Dept. who transported   him to the B.C. Juvenile Detention Center.

August 21, 2002
Motor Vehicle Stop lead to Marijuana Arrest

August 20, 2002
Six Year Old Suffers Minor Injuries after being Hit by a Car on the Boulevard

August 12, 2002
Motor Vehicle Crash at Maple & S. Highwood Ave. Causes One Car to Rollover - Sends Two Victims to the Hospital

At 2:53 PM Officers John Mastick, Robert Wojtecki, Adam Pyatak and Tour Supervisor Sgt. Jon Miller were dispatched to a reported car crash at the intersection of Maple Ave. and S. Highwood Ave.  When officers arrived they found that one vehicle had been been struck as it entered the intersection that is control by a stop sign and caused a second vehicle to rollover.

Glen Rock EMS, Ridgewood EMS, GR Fire/Rescue along with Valley Hospital Paramedics were dispatched to treat the victim and extricate him  from the SUV that was on it's side.  Two persons were transported to the Valley ER in Ridgewood, NJ for treatment.  The cause of the crash is still under investigation. 

August 3, 2002
Burglary and Theft to a Car Parked in Wilde Park - Tip Leads to Arrest of Two & Possibly Those Involved in the Rash of Other Car Burglaries

At 3:00 PM Officer Eric Reamy was dispatched to the station to meet a party that had been the victim of a burglary and theft to her car while it was parked in the Wilde Park Lot.  She explained to the officer that a male party had approached her in the park and returned to her several items that had been inside her purse, that was in the car.  When asked how he got the items the male named a Glen Rock juvenile who he stated had reached into the car and removed the items.  

Officers contacted both named juveniles and with their parents, interviewed them about the theft.  Both admitted involvement with the thefts and were charged.  They also provided the names of other juveniles that they believe were involved in the rash of other burglaries to cars over the past month.  The detective bureau is conducting follow-up investigations with this information.

August 3, 2002
Anonymous Tip of Suspicious Activity Leads to Arrest for Possession of Marijuana

Acting on information provided by an anonymous caller, officers responded to the 400 block of Broad Street to investigate the use of marijuana by juveniles.  When the officers arrived at approximately 7:00 PM they could smell the odor of burnt marijuana in the area.  As officers checked the area they noticed evidence consistent with the use of marijuana and began interviewing several people.  One party, a 19 year-old Glen Rock resident, admitted to being in possession of the drug and a pipe used to smoke it.  She was arrested and charged with possession and use of controlled dangerous substance.  A municipal court date was set. 

July 26, 2002
Suspicious Budget Rental Truck Parked at the A & P is Stolen out of Ramsey - Driver Arrested

At 7:39 PM Sgt. Jon Miller observed a Budget Rental truck parked in the back of the lot at the abandoned A & P food store.  When the officer approached the truck it was occupied with a driver who stated that he was just "resting" for a while and requested permission from the officer to remain in the lot.  As the officer was speaking with the driver he entered the license plate into the in-car computer and it showed that the truck was listed as a stolen vehicle out of the Borough of Ramsey, NJ.  The officers waited for back-up officer Art Faber to arrive before having the driver exit the truck.  Once out of the truck, the driver was handcuffed and explained the situation.  He was very cooperative with officers and explained that he was working for a moving company and had permission to use the truck.

The subject, a 36 year-old Hawthorne, NJ resident, was transported to the station for further investigation where it was determined that his story was accurate and that his boss (the party who rented the truck for him to use) had been unable to contact him for over 12 hours and believed that the subject had left with the truck.  

The subject was charged with operating a motor vehicle without the consent of the owner and released with a Municipal Court date.

July 22, 2002
Neighbor Tip of Suspicious Activity Leads to Juvenile Arrest for Possession of Alcohol

Acting on information provided by an alert resident in the 100 block of Main Street, Officer John Mastick and Lt. Ralph Molinaro investigated a report of juveniles handing over money to the occupants of a car and being handed a package, to then run off into the wooded area of the Lower Doremus Park.  The resident provided officers with the registration of the suspicious car and it's description.

When officers entered the park, the juveniles all fled the area, but left contents of the package (alcoholic beverages) throughout the area.  The officers followed up with the registration information and contacted the owner of the car and spoke with them, as well as their 17 year old son who was operating it.  The juvenile and his parents were cooperative with officers and assisted them with the ongoing investigation.  

All the juveniles involved meet with the officers and were placed on Stationhouse Adjustment.

July 21, 2002
Serious Motor Crash on Prospect Street Leaves two Injured - Driver Flees the Scene on Foot 

At 5:36 AM Officers William Van Dyk and Sgt. Gary Merselis responded to the 500 block of Prospect Street on a report of a bad car crash.  When the officers arrived they found a car had smashed into a telephone poll and that two of occupants of the car had crawled out of the wreck.  While waiting for GR EMS to arrive the officers began first aid to the two victims, and learned that a third party had been driving the car.  Immediately after the crash the driver took off on foot.  Fearing that the driver may be injured as well, officers requested the Bergen County Police Department's K-9 unit to respond to assist in the search of the driver.

As the investigation continued, it was learned that one of the passengers felt he was too intoxicated to drive and gave his keys to a person he only knew by a first name. Officers eventually determined the identity of the driver and learned through a computer check that his license is suspended and that there were warrants for his arrest.

The information was forwarded to the Detective Bureau and the driver was eventually arrested and charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle crash with serious injures.

July 16, 2002
Bicyclist Struck by Auto on Corwall Road at Cranford Ave.

At 8:55 PM Officer John Mastick and Sgt. John Miller were dispatched to Corwall and Cranford Roads for a report of bicyclist that was struck by a car.  When the officers arrived they found the adult victim injured, but in generally good condition.  GR EMS responded and treated the victim and transported him to the Valley ER.  The officers investigation determined that the operator of the car turned left in front of the bicyclist causing the bike rider to fly up in the air and impact the front windshield of the car. 

No charges have been filed at this time.

July 16, 2002
Library Staff Report of a Irrationally Acting Male leads to Narcotics Arrest

At 8:13 PM Officers Eric Reamy, John Mastick and Tour Supervisor Sgt. Jon Miller, were dispatched to the Glen Rock Public Library at 315 Rock Road, after the staff observed a male who was acting irrational as if he were intoxicated.  The staff pointed out the subject to the officers and after a brief interview with the 27 year-old Hawthorne, NJ resident, it was learned that he had just injected himself with Heroin while inside the bathroom. Officers discovered the used hypodermic syringe on him as well as the empty heroin packets.

The subject was arrested and transported to the station for processes sing.  A computer check revealed that the subject had close to $4,500.00 in warrants for his arrest out the New Jersey State Police Red Lion Station in South Jersey.  After being charged in Glen Rock, the subject was turned over to the Troopers who transferred him to South Jersey.  A court date was set for the Glen Rock charges.

July 14, 2002
Motor Vehicle Stop Leads to Warrant Arrest for Contempt of Court

At 10:01 AM Officer James Calaski arrested a 43 year old Midland Park resident after stopping him for a motor vehicle violation.  A routine computer check revealed the subject had almost $7,000.00 in warrants for his arrest out of Passaic Count for Contempt of Court.

The subject was transported to the station and held until the arrival of the Passaic County Sheriff's Department who transported him to jail.

July 9, 2002
Detectives Arrest GR Juvenile in Theft from Kilroy's Market

At 2:15 PM Detective Dean Ackermann arrested a 17 year old Glen Rock Juvenile on charges from Kilroy's security that he had been involved in the theft of $210.00 in cash as well as the theft of 15 packs of cigarettes. 

The store signed juvenile complaints and the juvenile was release into the custody of his parents until a hearing in Juvenile Court in Hackensack, NJ. 

July 6, 2002 thru July 26, 2002
15 Automobiles left Unlocked in Driveways throughout the Borough Entered and Contents Taken

During the period of July 6, 2002 and July 26, 2002 officers responded to twelve different homes throughout the community to take reports of some fifteen unlocked cars that had been entered overnight and had items taken.  Generally the items taken ranged from little or no value to cell phones, cash and wallets.  The burglaries occured on July 6th, 7th, 14th, 15th, 25th, & 26th.  To date there are no suspects or witnesses to the auto burglaries and thefts.

Any person with information about this suspicious act  is asked to contact the Police Department’s Detective Bureau at (201) 652-3800.

June 23, 2002
Police Stop Car Wanted by HoHoKus & Ridgewood Police for Scamming Money from Gas Stations

At 12:56 PM Officer Chris McInerney, after hearing a police broadcast that a Ford Ranger was being sought in connection with a scam involving two separate gas stations, observed the pickup truck traveling south on Maple Ave.  The officer stopped the vehicle in the lot of the Exxon Gas Station and detained the driver.  After a brief interview, the driver, a 40 year-old Saddle Brook resident, admitted to asking each station attendant to borrow some money to make some type of repair or obtain a tow truck for his mother's car.

HoHoKus and Ridgewood authorities were notified that the actor was stopped.  No charges were filed at report time, however the operator did receive several motor vehicle summonses.

June 23, 2002
Cleaning Supplies Ignite in Kitchen - Minor Damage Sustained to Home

At 04:14 AM Officer Dan Dour and Lt. Ralph Molinaro were dispatched to a Thurston Place residence when the homeowner noticed smoke and flames coming out of a cabinet under the kitchen sink.  The homeowner first attempted to extinguish the fire himself, but was unable to and called 9-1-1.

The GR Fire Department responded and quickly extinguish the blaze with minor damage to the kitchen.

June 18, 2002
Investigation of Suspicious Vehicle by the High School, Leads to Assault of Officer

At 4:10 PM Officer Chris McInerney was investigating a suspicious vehicle located on Kirkwood Place, adjacent to the High School.  The officer had just completed speaking with the owner/driver of the car and was going to obtain identification from the passenger when the 18 year old Ridgewood resident began swearing at the officer.  As the officer was attempting to talk with the actor, he struck the officer in the chest area with his hand.

The actor was arrested and transported to the station for processing.  He was charged with one count of Obstructing the Administration of Law and released with a Glen Rock Municipal Court date.

June 7, 2002
Suspicious Actions by High School Students attracts the Attention of School Administration - Leads to Drug Arrests

Glen Rock High School officials notified this agency after an alert teacher became concerned over the actions of several students.  A joint investigation with school officials found that a 16 and a 17 year old had been involved in the sale and purchase of Concerta, the generic form of Ritalin.  

Meetings were set up between school officials, Det. Sgt. Fred Stahman and the juveniles parents.  Once the investigation was completed, both students were charged on juvenile complaints for possession of the Conterta as well as improper use of a legend drug and distributing the drug on school grounds.  A court date in Hackensack Juvenile Court was set and the juveniles released to their parents.

June 3, 2002
Missing 17 year-old Juvenile Located in Paterson

At 7:07 PM Officer William VanDyk responded to the Station to meet the father of a 17 year old resident who claimed that he had not seen his daughter since 4 AM on June 2, 2002, when she came home past her agreed upon time.  The daughter left a note stating she was taking the bus and would be safe.  She did not show up in school that day.  Officer Van Dyk completed the necessary paperwork to have the juvenile entered into the National Computer database as a missing person.  

On June 4, Officers from the Paterson Police contacted this agency and advised that the juvenile was located at the home of her Mother and that she was safe. 

June 1, 2002
Verbal Disagreement in Wilde Park over Field Use Leads to Shoving Match 

At 11:46 AM Officer Dan Dour responded to the Station to meet a resident who wished to report being involved in a verbal dispute that ended with an assault in the Wilde Park on Maple Ave.  According to the victim, who reported being assaulted, the dispute was over what team (children's baseball or soccer) had the right to use the field.  During the altercation the actor also reportedly made a threatening statement to the victim.  

There were no injuries and no complaints desired at report time. 

May 31, 2002
Lightening Strike Ignites Home on Fire 

At 9:15 PM Officers Mike Ciaramella, John Mastick, Sgt. Fred Stahman and Tour Commander Gary Merselis responded to the 500 block of Rock Road on a report of a smoke emitting from a house.  When officers arrived they learned that the neighbor observed smoke coming from the rear roof of the home after a severe thunder storm had passed through the area.  The homeowner was not at home and when officers forced entry they found a heavy smoke condition.  The fire was contained to a second floor bedroom, the attic, and the chimney.  

The fire was extinguished by the GR Fire Department.  The GR EMS stood-by and there were no reported injuries.  Rock Road was closed for two and a half hours.

May 28, 2002
Motor Vehicle Crash at Rock & Ackerman Ave. Causes One Car to Rollover - Sends Two Victims to the Hospital with Minor Injures

At 11:09 AM Officers Art Faber, George Erlich, Chris McInerney and Tour Supervisor Lt. Ralph Molinaro were dispatched to a reported car crash at the intersection of Rock Road and Ackerman Ave.  When officers arrived they found that one vehicle had been been struck as it entered the intersection that is control by a traffic signal and caused a second vehicle to rollover.

Glen Rock EMS and Fire/Rescue were dispached to assist at the scene.  Two persons were transported to the Valley ER in Ridgewood, NJ for treatment.  The cause of the crash is still under investigation. 

May 26, 2002
Missing 78 Year-Old Resident Located in Ridgewood Six Hours Later 

At 8:53 PM Officer James Calaski was dispatched to the 700 block of Prospect Street to take a report that an elderly Korean resident had left his home at 6:00PM and had not yet returned.  The resident's wife, who did not speak any English, informed Officer Calaski, through her grandchildren, that her husband is new to Glen Rock and she was afraid that he may have gotten lost while trying to return home.  She further told the officer that he had been lost once before and was located in Ridgewood, NJ.  Officer Calaski completed the necessary paperwork to have the gentleman entered into the National Computer database as a missing person and a radio broadcast was made to all the surrounding towns.  

Just before midnight, Ridgewood Police reported that they located the missing gentleman and retuned him home safely.

May 25, 2002
Elmwood Ave. Resident Reports Car Stolen from Driveway - Stopped by Police Moments Later 

At 4:19 AM Officers Eric Reamy, James Calaski and Tour Supervisor Sgt. Jon Miller were dispatched to a home on Elmwood Ave. after a female resident called 9-1-1 to report that three males had just stolen her car out of the driveway as she went into the house to retrieve some items.  The caller informed the dispatcher that she had just met the 3 men that were in her car earlier in the evening in Paterson and was giving them a ride when they took the car after she stepped out of it for a minute.

Officer Calaski spotted the car on Prospect Street in the area of Bottle King and noticed that there were three males in the car. Unsure of the full circumstances of the reported car theft, he followed the car until backup officer, Sgt. Miller, was in position.  At that point, a "high risk" motor vehicle stop was initiated with the assistance of Officer Reamy and officers from the Fair Lawn Police.  All occupants were carefully removed from the car, handcuffed and searched for weapons.  In order to determine what had transpired, all parties were transported to the station for further investigation.  The complainant was also brought into the station.  

After determining that there was a miscommunication between the complainant and the occupants of the car all three were released without any charges.

May 24, 2002
Car Stolen from Driveway on Doremus Avenue

At 2:35 PM Sgt. Thomas McCrea was dispatched to the 500 block of Doremus Ave. on a report that the resident's car was stolen.  Sgt. MCrea's investigation found that the car had been stolen sometime between May 23, 2002 and 1:00 PM on the 24th.  He reported that the 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlas had been parked in the driveway and that the keys were in the car.  The car was entered as a stolen vehicle in the State and National databases.  There are no suspects or known witnesses.

May 24, 2002
Paramus Resident Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated after Being Stopped on State Highway 208

At 12:44 AM Officer Eric Reamy was on patrol in the area of the old A & P Food Stores on Lincoln Avenue (near the Hawthorne boarder) when he observed a vehicle being operated in an erratic manner.  The officer followed the vehicle for a short distance as it headed East on Harristown Road, towards 208.  Officer Reamy them activated his emergency light and attempted to stop the car as it entered the highway.  The driver continued to travel southbound on 208 for almost one half mile before he realized that the officer was behind him.  Once stopped, the driver, a 38 year-old Paramus resident, was interviewed by Officer Reamy who smelled alcohol on the drivers breath.  The driver was asked to exit his vehicle and perform several field sobriety tests that he failed to do satisfactorily.  

The driver was arrested and transported to the station for processing.  His car was impounded. After taking the Breathalyzer test, it was determined that his blood alcohol level was above the legal limit in New Jersey and he was issued a summons for D.W.I.   A relative responded to the station and the driver was released pending an appearance in Glen Rock Municipal Court.

May 17, 2002
Drug Arrest Made after Investigating a Suspicious Vehicle 

At 8:24 PM Det. Sgt. Fred Stahman was on patrol in his unmarked car when he observed two occupied vehicles in the Fleet Bank parking lot located at the rear of 208 Harristown Road.  At this time of the night the lot is normally empty.  It is also in a remote location so the presence of the two cars caught the detective's attention.  Upon approaching the cars, Det. Stahman smelled a strong odor of marijuana coming from the interior.  After back-up Officer Chris McInerney arrived, the occupants of both cars were interviewed and it was determined that one of the parties, a  27 year-old male party from Hawthorne, NJ had been smoking the marijuana and was also in possession of additional marijuana that was located in a bag under the seat.  The drugs were seized, the party arrested and transported to the station for processing.  It was also determined that the car was both unregistered and uninsured out of the State of Georgia.

The driver was charged with one count of possession of CDS (the marijuana) and issued two motor vehicle summonses.  He will have to appear in Glen Rock Municipal Court on June 11, 2002 to answer to the charges. 

May 15, 2002
Motor Vehicle Stop for a Car Driving with a Flat Tire Results in Recovery of a Stolen Car and other Criminal Charges

At 2:14 PM Officer Eric Reamy was at the intersection of Harristown and Maple Avenues when he noticed a car driving by with a flat front tire.  Believing the operator did not know that the tire was flat, the officer stopped the car in the 300 block of Harristown Road near the Hamilton School.  When the officer approached the lone female driver he observed that she was bruised and bleeding about her face.  The operator was extremely emotional and the officer had difficulty determining how she sustained her injures or even who she was.  As he was attempting to get the driver's  information, the officers was distracted for a minute by a passing motorist complaining about a parking ticket she had just received.  Seeing this distraction as an opportunity, the driver fled the scene, on foot, just as the officer learned from Dispatch Center that the car was stolen.  Officer Reamy requested back-up and Tour Supervisor, Sgt. Gary Merselis responded, along with Officer Adam Pyatak, James Calaski, Capt. William Kealy and Chief Steven Cherry.  Patrol officers, along with Det. Sgt. Fred Stahman, Det. Dean Ackermann and Officer Robert Wojtecki, began searching for the female driver who was located after a short search of the area by Sgt. Merselis.  She was trying to hide at the rear or the Indian Rock Townhouse Complex.  The actor was arrested, handcuffed and while being patted down, the officers discovered hypodermic syringes and Heroin on her. 

At the station she was examined by GR EMS and refused medical attention for her injuries.  She was charged with receiving stolen property (the auto), resisting arrest, possession of drugs and possession of hypodermic needles.

The actor, a 27 year old resident of Fair Lawn, was held at the station until she appeared before Municipal Court Judge Thornwall who set bail.  The cause of her bruises is still under investigation.  The car was stolen on May 14, 2002, from the Dunkin Donuts in Fair Lawn, NJ (Route 4 store) when the driver left it running with keys in it.

May 12, 2002
Hydroplaning Causes Operator to Loose Control and Flip her Car on State Highway 208

At 5:05 PM Officers John Mastick, James Calaski and tour supervisor Sgt. Thomas McCrea were dispatched to State Highway 208 on a report of a car that had rolled over in the Southbound lanes.

When officers arrived they found the car on the driver's side in the fast lane of the highway.  The driver, a 62 year-old resident of Norwood, NJ stated that she drove into a puddle of water causing her to hydroplane, strike the center divider and then roll-over onto the driver's side of the car.  After the car stopped, the driver, who claimed to be uninjured, crawled out and awaited patrols arrival.

No summons were issued and southbound traffic was restricted for less than thirty minutes.

May 9, 2002
Ackerman Ave. Resident Witnesses his Bicycle being Taken and Gives Chase

At 4:31 PM Officer Chris McInerney was dispatched to the 200 block of Ackerman Ave. to take a report of the theft of a $700.00 bicycle.  The officer determined that the theft was witnessed by the homeowner who claimed he saw a black male walk up onto the front porch of the home  and flee with his bike.  The homeowner got into his car and gave chase to the actor who was located on Lincoln Ave.  The actor gave no resistance when he was confronted by the bike's owner.  The resident took back his bike as well as a backpack that he believed belonged to his brother.  When he arrived home and went through the backpack, he discovered that it was not his brother's, but actually belonged to the actor.

Officers were able to determine the identity of the actor from the contents of the bag and are attempting to locate him.

May 6, 2002
Glen Rock Resident Struck and Killed by NJ Transit Commuter Train at the Bergen County Line Crossing

At 3:25 PM Det. Sgt. Fred Stahman was in his unmarked patrol car waiting for the train to clear the Rock Road crossing of the Bergen County Line Railroad, when he observed a commotion near the crossing, as the train left the station.  As he pulled around to investigate, he could see that a person was down and lying on the train tracks.  He immediately radioed for assistance and emergency medical services, however it was quickly determined that the injures sustained by the 63 year-old male resident were fatal.  

Officers Eric Reamy, John Mastick, James Calaski, as well as tour supervisor Sgt. Thomas McCrea, were dispatched to begin the initial investigation and assist investigators from New Jersey Transit to determine what happened.  All train traffic on the Bergen County Line was suspended until 5:45 PM when investigators were able to clear the scene.

April 28, 2002
Suspicious Vehicle finds Officers Tracking the Driver of a Possible Stolen Truck

At 2:05 AM Officer William Van Dyk and Sgt. Jon Miler were dispatched to the area of Dean and High Streets on a report of a pickup truck being driven in an erratic manner. When the officers arrived they found no vehicle in the immediate area.  While they were checking the properties for damage, Sgt. Miller noticed the tail lights of a pickup truck rolling down the driveway of 434 Broad Street (next to Suburban Glass).  The truck stopped only when it collided with the fence at the end of the driveway.  The Sergeant then watched a person bail out of the truck and run south towards the railroad tracks and the Ridgewood Auto Wash.  After advising Officer Van Dyk and requesting assistance from the Ridgewood Police, a check of the truck found it to be in drive, with the engine still running. The keys were in the ignition.

The officers believed that the vehicle may have just been stolen and when the driver spotted the police, he drove it down the driveway and ran away.  A computer check of the registration did not indicate that it had been reported stolen, however the owner may not have known yet.  Because of the circumstances, the Bergen County Police K-9 unit was requested to track the suspect. Through the pouring rain, the dog tracked south along the railroad to the Rock Road crossing and finally to the Exxon station at Rock Road and Maple Ave. where the scent was lost.  No suspects were located.

The truck was impounded and held until the owner could be contacted and the situation investigated further.

April 25, 2002
Domestic Violence Crisis Response Team Implemented by G.R.P.D.

The Department announced that beginning May 1st, they will have in place a Crisis Response Team to assist those residents who are the victims of Domestic Violence.  The program is in response to a State mandate that communities have a service available to their residents to provide crisis intervention and emotional support to the victims of a domestic violence situation.  

The team is staffed by a group of volunteers who undergo 40 hours of specialized training conducted by the Alternatives to Domestic Violence, Shelter our Sisters, as well as the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office.  Glen Rock Detective Dean Ackermann, who is in charge of the domestic violence training for the department, will serve as the liaison.

A team member will respond to the police station, during the night, on weekends and holidays, for any domestic violence situation.  Beyond providing emotional support, the volunteers will assist the victim by encouraging them to cooperate with the investigating officers. Their role includes helping victims understand the laws and services available to them, providing immediate safety and shelter needs for them or their children, assuring that they understand their domestic violence rights, as well as the full range of services that are available to them.

April 21, 2002
Oakland Man Arrested for Burglary to Rock Road Home as he Attempts to Flee.

At 3:31 AM Officer Dan Dour and Sgt. Jon Miller were dispatched to a Rock Road residence after a frantic 9-1-1 call was received of an in-progress break in.  Officer Dour was only 2 blocks away from the location and met with a neighbor who heard the glass breaking.  The neighbor also observed a small, dark colored car backing down a side street without any lights on as it was fleeing the scene.  Officer Dour radioed the suspect vehicle's description to Sgt. Miller who was on Lincoln Ave.  The Sergeant observed a vehicle fitting the description and stopped it on Lincoln Ave. by Parker Ave.  The suspect had several cuts on his arms and legs and when questions by the officer he admitted to breaking into the home.  With the assistance of Fair Lawn and Ridgewood police, the suspect was arrested and transported to the station.  His car was impounded.

On call Detective Sgt. Fred Stahman was notified to process the scene and assist in preparing the complaints.  

Because of the injuries sustained to the suspect as he was breaking into the house, GR EMS was notified and he was transported to Bergen Regional Medical Center for treatment, accompanied by Officer Dour.  Off-duty Officer George Erlich had to be called in early from the day tour to assist in covering patrol as the report and complaints were being prepared.

The actor, a 41 years old Oakland resident who was formally from Glen Rock, has no significant criminal history and is the brother of the homeowner.  Neither party has seen each other in over three years and it is believed that he broke into the home to scare the resident and not to commit a theft or any other crime.

After bail was set at $5000.00, the actor, who has a mental health history, began acting irrational to the point that he had to be taken to Bergen Regional Medical Center for treatment.  He was eventually admitted and turned-over-to the custody of the Bergen County Sheriff's Department.

April 18, 2002
Main Street Resident reports Suspicious Event

At 1:05 PM an 82 year old Glen Rock resident came to the police station to report that he had just been the victim of a possible scam and sexual contact.  The resident stated to investigating officer Robert Wojtecki and Sgt. Jon Miller that he had been sitting in his living room with the front door open when a female just walked into the home and asked him if he need her to clean the house.  When the resident declined the services, the actor then offered him sexual favors for money.  Again the resident declined, however the female actor removed her clothes and then began to removed the trousers of the victim.  The resident told the actor to stop or he would call the police.  She stopped and told the victim that she would leave, if he bought her lunch.  The victim, who was scared and confused by the activity, agreed to buy her lunch and drove her to a nearby restaurant and then to a convenience  store.  When she exited the vehicle, he drove off and came directly to the station.

The victim described the actor as a African-American female, 5'10, 115-120 lbs, wearing a black & white bandana covering her hair, along with a gray tee shirt and blue jeans.  She appeared to be between 20 and 30 years of age.  The victim was unable to provide a name or address of the actor.

Because of the unusual nature of the incident, the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office, Sex Crimes Unit was contacted and, along with Glen Rock Detectives, will determine the course of this investigation.

Any person with information about this suspicious act  is asked to contact the Police Department’s Detective Bureau at (201) 652-3800.

April 14, 2002
Vehicle Crashes into the Front of the Rock Sweet Shop

At 8:35 AM Officer George Erlich was dispatched to the Rock Sweet Shop at 240 Rock Road (in the Central Business District) on a report that a car had just driven through the front of the store.  When Officer Erlich arrived he found that the hood and tires of the car were into the front of the store.  Incredibly there was nobody in that portion of the business when the car struck and none of the employees were injured. Usually the store is very busy on a Sunday morning with customers buying newspapers.

 The driver, a resident of Glen Rock, stated that when she pulled into the angle parking spot she may have accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake causing her to drive into the store.  She was not injured.  Because of the damage to the building, the Building Inspector was notified to survey the damage.  No summonses were issued.

April 14, 2002
CVS Manager Robbed at Knife Point

At 7:28 AM Officers George Erlich, William VanDyk and Lt. Ralph Molinaro were dispatched to the CVS Store at 175 Rock Road (in the Central Business District) on a report that the assistant manager had just been robbed at knife point.  When officers arrived they interviewed the manager who was extremely shaken, but uninjured.  He told officers that he was in the process of bring in the newspapers when an ex-employee confronted him.  The actor had been fired from CVS for stealing money in February.  At this point the actor showed a a large steak type knife and held it to the manager's neck.  The actor ordered him to open the safe and help him put the money in a bag.  After that, the actor emptied out the cash draws and even took money from the manager.  He then fled the store and the manager called 9-1-1.

Since the actor was known to the victim, on-call detective Dean Ackermann was requested and began his follow-up investigation.

Det. Ackermann and Officer Mike Ciaramella sat on the actor's residence in North Haledon, NJ and watched the house until he arrived home at 6:41 PM where he was arrested with an incident.

After being processed and served his criminal complaints for two counts of Robbery and one count of Terroristic Threats, he was transported to the Bergen County Jail in Hackensack, NJ. in lieu of $75,000 bail.

April 13, 2002
Saddle River Resident Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated and Child Endangerment

At 11:53 PM Officer Dan Dour was on patrol in the area of Prospect Street when he had to swerve his patrol car to avoid hitting a vehicle that had drifted over into his lane of traffic.  The Officer turned his patrol car around and attempted to stop this dangerous vehicle.  He observed the car abruptly turn into the Bottle King parking lot on Prospect Street and then slide into a small guard rail.  The entire passenger side of the car was damaged, as was the guard rail.

When the officer approached the operator, he made sure no one was injured and began interviewing the the 42 year-old female driver.  He immediately detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on her breath.  He also noticed that there was a young child with her.  Once a back-up officer arrived, the nine year old child was taken to the station and the driver arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs.

After taking the Breathalyzer test, it was determined that her blood alcohol level was above the legal limit in New Jersey and she was issued a summons for D.W.I.  In addition, because she was operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol with her nine year-old son in the car, she was charged, criminally, for child endangerment. 

The child remained at the station until the father could respond.

April 12, 2002
River Edge Resident Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated

At 12:21 AM Officer Chris McInerney was on patrol in the area Prospect Street when he observed a car weaving from lane to lane.  The officer turned around and began to follow the car and it continued to weave and failed to maintain the proper lane.  

Once Officer McInerney stopped the car on Grove Street (at the Ridgewood boarder), he began to interview the driver. While speaking with the 51 year-old River Edge resident, the officer detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath.  After performing badly on several field sobriety tests, the driver, was arrested for being under the influence and transported to the station.

After taking the Breathalyzer test, it was determined that his blood alcohol level was above the legal limit in New Jersey and he was issued a summons for D.W.I., as well as for Failure to Keep Right.  A relative responded to the station and the driver was released pending an appearance in Glen Rock Municipal Court.

April 10, 2002
Hispanic Male Exposes Himself in the Parking Lot of Wilde Park

At 2:54 PM two 17 year-old female Glen Rock residents walked into the station to report a lewdness that occurred on Tuesday April 9th at 4:30 PM.  Lt. Ralph Molinaro interviewed the ladies and learned that a Hispanic looking male had approached them in the lot of Wilde Park on Maple Avenue (across form the Public Safety Complex) and attempted to strike up a conversation.  The ladies walked away and the male, who was in his car, pulled up, and again, tried talking with them.  Once again they began to walk away, but this time the driver arched himself up in the seat so that they would see that he was masturbating inside his car.

The two ladies immediately left the area, but were unable to provide a license plate of the suspects car.

Any person with information about this lewdness is asked to contact the Police Department’s Detective Bureau at (201) 652-3800.

April 9, 2002
Motor Vehicle Stop Results in Crack Cocaine Arrest

At 12:20 AM Officer Chris McInerney was on patrol in the area of Lincoln Avenue and the Hawthorne boarder when he observed a motor vehicle being driven with a inoperative headlight.  The officer stopped the vehicle by the old A & P Food Store and discovered through a DMV computer check that the car was unregistered and un-inspected.  As the officer was speaking with the 20 year old resident of Wanaque, NJ, he appeared unusually nervous and told the officer that he was returning from visiting a friend in Paterson, NJ, although he was unable to provide the name of that "friend".

After further conversation with the driver, he produced 2 small bags of what is believed to be crack cocaine.  Two additional small bags were located in the car.

The driver was arrested for possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (the crack cocaine) and transported to the station for processing.  In addition to the criminal complaint, he was issued several motor vehicle summons.  He will be scheduled for a Municipal Court hearing.

April 5, 2002
Resident reports Inappropriate Sexual Contact by Houseguests 

At 7:46 PM a female Glen Rock resident responded to the station to report that she had been the victim of an alleged inappropriate sexual contact by three male guests that had been staying at the residence.  The victim met with Detective Sergeant Fred Stahman who interviewed her.  She claimed that the inappropriate contact took place between 3 and 3:30AM after a night of heavy drinking.  Unfortunately, the victim was unable to provide any information about the males at her home and was reluctant to consider pressing charges, if they could even be located.  

Because of the seriousness of the claim, the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office, Sex Crimes Unit was notified and after speaking with the victim it was determined that there was no basis for a criminal complaint or further investigation unless new information is discovered.

April 2, 2002
Motor Vehicle Crash on Ackerman Ave. by Hillman Ave. Leads to D.W.I. Charge against Driver

At 7:36 PM Officers Adam Pyatak and Mike Ciaramella were dispatched to motor vehicle crash on Ackerman by Hillman Ave.  As officers were interviewing one of the drivers, they smelled a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath.  After performing badly on several field sobriety tests, the driver, the 63 year-old Glen Rock resident, was arrested for being under the influence and transported to the station.

After taking the Breathalyzer test, it was determined that his blood alcohol level was above the legal limit in New Jersey and he was issued a summons for D.W.I. as well as for Careless Driving.  His wife responded to the station and the driver was released pending an appearance in Glen Rock Municipal Court.

April 1, 2002
Arson Fire Started in High School Boy's Bathroom

At 11:16 AM Officers George Erlich, Art Faber, Mike Ciaramella and Sgt. Jon Miller were dispatched on a fire alarm that had been activated at the Middle / High School complex.  When officers arrived they found the building had already been evacuated and they were informed by school officials that there was a fire in a High School boy's bathroom.  The fire, which was contained to that one room, produced a tremendous amount of smoke, making visibility, at times, in the hallway almost impossible.  Damage was confined to the Boy's bathroom.

A full response from the Glen Rock Fire Department with assistance from the Ridgewood and Fair Lawn FD's, had the blaze under control in a matter of minutes and firefighters then turned their efforts to quickly ventilating the smoke from the building.  The Glen Rock EMS was on scene, but there were no injuries.  The children and staff were allowed back into the building about two hours later.

Because the fire was determined to be intentionally set, G.R. Detective Dean Ackermann along with investigators from the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Arson Squad  responded to the scene and will continue the investigation.

Any person with information about this arson fire is asked to contact the Police Department’s Detective Bureau at (201) 652-3800.

March 30, 2002
Alert Pharmacist at Rock Ridge Drug Store Spots Fraudulent Prescriptions

At 1:52 PM the pharmacist at the Rock Ridge Drug Store, in the Central Business District, notified police after becoming suspicious  about several prescriptions that a couple were attempting to have filled.  Officers Mike Ciaramella and William Van Dyk along with Detective Dean Ackerman responded to the store and arrested a 38 year-old Wyckoff, NJ man on two counts of obtaining controlled drugs by fraud and one count of attempting. 

At 4:37 PM Officers Eric Reamy and Detective Ackermann responded back to the store when they received information that a second, related actor, was attempting to pass a bad prescription form.  Officers arrested a 35 year-old Sussex, NJ female and charged her with possession of a fraudulent prescription and conspiracy to obtain control drugs by fraud.

March 22, 2002
Motor Vehicle Crash into a Parked Car Leads to D.W.I. Charge against Driver

At 9:05 PM Officer Mike Ciaramella and Sgt. Jon Miller were dispatched to a car crash in the 700 block of Doremus Avenue near Rock Road.  When officers arrived they found that the car, driven by a 21 year-old Paterson, NJ resident, had struck a parked auto.  When officer attempted to interview the driver, they detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath.  They also learned that the driver did not speak English.  Sgt. Miller requested that off-duty officer Chris McInerney respond to the scene to assist in the investigation as he can talk fluently in Spanish.  Officer McInerney confirmed the initial observations and the driver was arrested for being under the influence and transported to the station.

After taking the Breathalyzer test, it was determined that his blood alcohol level was above the legal limit in New Jersey and he was issued a summons for D.W.I.  A friend responded to the station and the driver was released pending an appearance in Glen Rock Municipal Court.

March 20, 2002
Two Elderly Glen Rock Residents Struck by a Car While Crossing Maple Ave. near the Municipal Annex

At 7:47 PM Officers Mike Ciaramella and John Mast