EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, N.J. — An 18-year-old Philadelphia man was arrested Monday after Evesham Township police tracked down three suspects following a daytime residential burglary in the township.
According to the Evesham Township Police Department, officers responded at approximately 2:44 p.m. on Aug. 17 to the area of Pelham Road after receiving a report of a burglary in progress.
A witness told police they saw two men dressed entirely in black running from a residence before entering a dark-colored sedan that fled northbound toward Willowbend Road.
While officers were responding, police received another report that three males had exited the vehicle and were running through a wooded area in the Dominions neighborhood.
Officers quickly established a perimeter and searched the area before locating the three suspects after they emerged from the woods and entered another vehicle. Police stopped the vehicle and detained all three occupants.
- Police arrested an 18-year-old Philadelphia man after a reported home burglary.
- Two juveniles were also detained and later released to their guardians.
- Officers tracked the suspects through the Dominions neighborhood after witnesses reported them fleeing into nearby woods.
- The investigation remains active, and police are seeking additional information.
Suspect charged with burglary conspiracy
Police identified the adult suspect as Shaileek Street-Coaxum, 18, of Philadelphia.
He was charged with second-degree conspiracy to commit burglary (home invasion), third-degree theft and obstruction, a disorderly persons offense.
Authorities also determined Street-Coaxum had an outstanding warrant. He was committed to the Burlington County Jail pending further court proceedings.
Juvenile charges pending
Police said two juveniles were detained in connection with the investigation.
The juveniles were released to their guardians, and juvenile charges remain pending.
The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Evesham Township Police Department at 856-983-1116. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through the department’s confidential tip line at 856-983-4699, by email to BorbidgeG@eveshampd.org, or by texting ETPDTIP to 847411.
FAQ
- Who was arrested?
Shaileek Street-Coaxum, 18, of Philadelphia. - What charges does he face?
He is charged with conspiracy to commit burglary (home invasion), theft and obstruction. - Were others detained?
Yes. Two juveniles were detained, released to their guardians and face pending juvenile charges.
Source: Evesham Township Police Department.
