TEANECK, NJ – Early on Friday at around 12:03 a.m., Teaneck Police Officers responded to a report of a disturbance near Glenwood Avenue and the Route 95 on/off ramp. Upon arrival, officers encountered an adult male outside a vehicle who directed them to a female driver inside. The driver, identified as Valeria Valencia, appeared to be distressed and in pain. Officers requested medical assistance from the Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

During their interaction, Ms. Valencia’s behavior became erratic and aggressive towards officers. Observing her actions, officers noticed her concealing a plastic bag with a pink powdery substance in her clothing. This substance is suspected to be a controlled dangerous substance known as “tusi” or “pink cocaine,” typically containing Ketamine and MDMA.

Due to the nature of her behavior and the suspected narcotics, Ms. Valencia was arrested and taken to Holy Name Medical Center for evaluation. While being transported, she became violent, attempting to strike and kick officers accompanying her.

The aggression continued as Ms. Valencia kicked an officer in the chest and bit another, causing a finger laceration.

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Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

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