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Police Investigate Attempted Burglaries in South River

Police Investigate Attempted Burglaries in South River

**South River, NJ** – On March 28, South River Police Department responded at approximately 3:51 AM to an attempted burglary report at a centrally located town residence. A second similar incident reportedly occurred shortly thereafter at another nearby residence.

Authorities suspect both incidents involved the same three individuals attempting to enter each home. However, police canvassing the areas could not locate any suspects or a suspect vehicle.

The homeowners’ camera systems recorded the incidents at both locations, capturing images of the individuals and the alleged suspect vehicle. The South River Police do not disclose exact locations based on footage from private security cameras for privacy reasons.

Residents should ensure all residential entry points are secure, and vehicles are locked. For questions or additional information regarding these incidents, residents can contact South River Police Dispatch at 732-238-1000 or Lieutenant Edwin Yorek at 732-238-1000 ext 111.

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Multiple Vehicle Burglaries Lead to Arrest in West Orange

Multiple Vehicle Burglaries Lead to Arrest in West Orange

**West Orange, NJ** – The Township experienced multiple vehicle burglaries on Monday and Tuesday evenings at Essex Green Shopping Plaza, specifically the parking lot of LA Fitness and other areas of the shopping plaza. Detective Austin Vanderhoof led the investigation with minimal evidence available at the crime scenes.

The West Orange Police Department worked with law enforcement from Verona and Cedar Grove Police Departments. Through video analysis and intelligence sharing, Detective Vanderhoof successfully identified the suspect. His methods included surveillance, interviews, and searches.

On December 2, Hakir Hodges, 28, from Newark, NJ, was charged in connection with these incidents. He faces eight counts related to burglary and theft from motor vehicles, and two counts of attempted burglary.

Hodges is currently held at Essex County Correctional Facility. Further details on the case have not been released at this time.

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