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Man arrested after smashing into Ross store during early morning burglary

Breaking Local News ReportMay 6, 20250

A 33-year-old Alexandria man was arrested early Tuesday morning after allegedly breaking into a retail store in Woodbridge and being found with suspected illegal drugs, according to police. Officers responded at approximately 3:25 a.m. to the Ross store located at 13957 Richmond Highway following an alarm activation. When they arrived, they discovered that the front door of the business had been shattered. According to the Prince William County Police Department, the suspect, later identified as Anthony Lee Hayes, was still inside the store when officers arrived. Upon seeing the officers outside, Hayes exited the store and was detained without incident.

North Plainfield police seek public’s help in vehicle burglary investigation

Breaking Local News ReportMay 6, 20250

The North Plainfield Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle burglary that occurred in the early hours of May 1 on the 200 block of Belmont Avenue, officials announced Monday. According to the department, the incident took place between 2:20 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. and was carried out by a suspect whose image was captured and posted on the department’s official Facebook page. Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying the individual. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Domizi at 908-769-2971 or via email at adomizi@northplainfieldnj.gov. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by emailing tips@northplainfieldnj.gov.

NJ man faces over 230 charges in multi-county storage and business burglary spree

Breaking Local News ReportMay 3, 20250

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY — A Berkeley Township man has been charged with more than 230 criminal offenses following a months-long investigation into a widespread burglary operation that targeted commercial storage facilities and businesses across Ocean and Monmouth Counties, police said Saturday. Craig T. Orler has been identified as the primary suspect in more than 40 burglaries that occurred between December 2024 and January 2025 at the Cube Smart storage facility off Route 70 in Brick Township. He faces charges including burglary, theft, criminal mischief, fencing, and receiving stolen property. According to the Brick Township Police Department, Orler allegedly cut

Two men arrested in daytime burglary of occupied Warren Township home

Breaking Local News ReportMay 2, 20250

WARREN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two men have been arrested and charged following a residential burglary that took place in broad daylight at an occupied home in Warren Township, Somerset County officials announced Thursday. Jeremy Proleon-Carmen, 20, of Paterson, and Julio L. Ponce-Giannotti, 44, of Clifton, were taken into custody on Wednesday, April 30, after a homeowner reported a break-in on Briarwood Drive East shortly after 10 a.m. The suspects were arrested following a coordinated response by multiple local and county agencies using Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology to track their vehicle. The 911 caller reported that a suspect had

Repeat shoplifter in Utica charged with burglary after violating store ban

Breaking Local News ReportMay 2, 20250

UTICA, NY — A man with a history of retail thefts is facing felony burglary charges after being caught shoplifting again at a South Utica grocery store from which he had previously been banned, according to the Utica Police Department. Officers were dispatched to the Price Chopper on April 30 after Loss Prevention Associates reported seeing a man conceal merchandise in a book bag. The suspect, Milton Spinks, 55, of Utica, had previously been arrested multiple times for larceny and had received a formal ban letter prohibiting him from entering the property. Police said Spinks had been observed at the

Surveillance shows suspect in terrifying D.C. burglary

Breaking Local News ReportMay 1, 20250

Washington, D.C. — A suspect who participated in a violent home invasion last month in Southeast D.C. is being sought by police, who released surveillance video and images in hopes of identifying him. The incident occurred on Monday, March 31, at approximately 8:36 p.m. in the 800 block of Barnaby Street SE. According to investigators, multiple suspects approached a victim and forced them back into their residence at gunpoint. Once inside, the suspects demanded property, which the victim handed over before the group fled the scene. The victim was not physically injured during the incident. Key points: Surveillance footage shows

Burglary duo caught on camera breaking into Southeast D.C. business

Breaking Local News ReportApril 28, 20250

Washington, D.C. — Two suspects were caught on surveillance video breaking into a business along Pennsylvania Avenue SE last month, and police are now asking for the public’s help to identify them. The break-in happened on Thursday, March 27, at approximately 10:41 p.m. at an establishment in the 1200 block of Pennsylvania Avenue SE. Investigators said the suspects forcibly entered the business and stole property before fleeing the scene. Images of the suspects were captured by nearby surveillance cameras and released as part of the ongoing investigation. Key points: Surveillance footage released as burglary investigation continues Detectives released images from

Gym parking lot crime spree: Atlantic City man pleads guilty to eluding, burglary, and credit card fraud

Breaking Local News ReportApril 19, 20250

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An Atlantic City man has pleaded guilty to multiple charges stemming from a 2021 crime spree in Ocean County, including burglary, eluding police, and fraudulent use of a credit card, authorities announced Monday. Andrew Williams, 45, entered guilty pleas before Superior Court Judge David M. Fritch on April 14 in connection with several incidents in Brick and Stafford townships. Williams admitted to eluding police and committing two vehicle burglaries, one of which occurred on December 16, 2021, and the other on October 25, 2021. He also pleaded guilty to two counts of fraudulent credit card use

Business break-in on MLK Avenue ends in burglary arrest

Local News ReportApril 15, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 59-year-old man was arrested early Saturday morning after being caught inside a business in Southeast D.C. during an attempted burglary, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Key Points Suspect apprehended at scene after attempted escape Officers from the Seventh District responded to the 2000 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Southeast, for a report of a burglary in progress. When they arrived, they located a suspect inside the establishment. The suspect tried to flee the scene but was quickly apprehended by officers already on site. Charges filed following Southeast break-in Police identified the suspect as

Home invasion foiled by dog as Teen charged in Holmdel burglary attempt

Breaking Local News ReportApril 12, 20250

HOLMDEL, N.J. — A 17-year-old from Newark has been charged in connection with an attempted vehicle theft and home burglary on Round Hill, after being scared off by the family dog, police said. Key Points According to Holmdel Township Police, the incident took place at approximately 5:50 a.m. on Jan. 13, when two individuals attempted to open several high-end vehicles parked in the driveway of a residence. When the suspects discovered the vehicles were locked, they gained access to the home through an unlocked rear door. Once inside, the suspects entered the kitchen area, apparently searching for keys. However, the

Busted at Big Daddy’s: Trio caught red-handed in seafood spot burglary attempt

Breaking Local News ReportApril 3, 20250

GLOUCESTER CITY, N.J. — Three suspects were arrested early Wednesday after officers interrupted a burglary in progress at Big Daddy’s Seafood, where the group was caught attempting to steal a commercial ice cream machine, according to police. Key Points At approximately 4:25 a.m., Patrolmen Dominick Stellaccio and Darren Darcangelo of Platoon “B” observed suspicious activity at the eatery. Believing a break-in was underway, additional units responded with a coordinated approach led by Sgt. Mike Prus. On the scene, officers found three individuals actively trying to remove the appliance from the premises. The suspects were identified as Keith Blackwell, 65, of

DC cops hunt burglary suspect after Pennsylvania Avenue break-in

Local News ReportApril 2, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC – A burglary investigation is underway after a suspect broke into a Southeast DC establishment, and police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the individual caught on camera. The incident occurred on March 27, 2025, in the 1200 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, SE. Surveillance footage captured images of the suspect during the break-in, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Authorities have not released further details about what was taken or the time of the burglary. The case remains open, and detectives are urging anyone who can identify the suspect or has information about the crime to

Man charged after brazen apartment burglary in D.C.

Local News ReportApril 1, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC — A 40-year-old man has been arrested and charged after he allegedly broke into an apartment in Southeast DC and fled with stolen property, police announced Monday. The burglary took place around 1:34 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, in the 2400 block of Alabama Avenue, Southeast. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the suspect unlawfully entered the victim’s apartment and removed items before being confronted and fleeing the scene. Officers later located the suspect, identified as Maurice Murray of Southwest DC. He was arrested and charged with Burglary Two and Resisting Arrest. The property stolen from the apartment

Intruder caught after daytime apartment burglary while victim was home in DC

Local News ReportMarch 29, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC — A Southeast DC man has been arrested and charged in connection with a residential burglary that took place while the victim was home in Northeast DC, police announced Thursday. The incident occurred around 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 20, when the victim, alone inside their apartment in the 1200 block of 3rd Street, Northeast, heard noises coming from the kitchen. Upon checking, they encountered an unknown man who fled the scene with stolen property. After an investigation, police arrested 25-year-old William Moyler Jr. of Southeast, DC, on Wednesday, March 26. He has been charged with Burglary One.

Man Charged with Burglary at Teaneck High School

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 22, 20250

Man Charged with Burglary at Teaneck High School

**Teaneck, NJ** – On Thursday, staff at Teaneck High School reported a suspected burglary and theft, with discoveries indicating that someone had entered classrooms earlier in the day. A missing reusable shopping bag led to the review of surveillance footage, revealing a man present during the night and early morning.

The video showed an adult male entering the building through an unlocked door at 8:49 p.m. on Wednesday, while a Board of Education meeting was underway. The footage displayed the man navigating various school locations until he exited at 5:42 a.m. on Thursday.

During this period, Teaneck Police responded to two burglary alarms, at 12:42 a.m. and 1:36 a.m, which reported perimeter breaches. Officers checked the building’s exterior, finding it secure with no signs of entry or presence inside.

Following a police investigation, detectives identified the suspect as Ryon Reid, who allegedly took the missing bag. Reid was charged with burglary, third-degree theft, and a disorderly persons offense.

Morristown Man Receives Eight-Year Sentence for Burglary

Local News ReportMarch 20, 20250

Morristown Man Receives Eight-Year Sentence for Burglary

**MORRISTOWN, NJ** – Tezmar Caldwell, 40, of Morristown, has been sentenced for crimes committed during a burglary on February 11 in Morristown. The sentencing was announced by Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Morristown Police Chief Darnell Richardson.

On March 14, Caldwell was sentenced by the Honorable Stephen J. Taylor to eight years in New Jersey State Prison for second-degree burglary. This sentence is subject to the No Early Release Act, which requires Caldwell to serve 85 percent of his sentence before parole eligibility. Additionally, he received a concurrent five-year sentence for a third-degree terroristic threats charge and six months for a disorderly persons simple assault charge. Upon release, Caldwell will be under parole supervision for three years.

Caldwell was found guilty by a jury on January 13 of burglary and terroristic threat charges. He was also found guilty by the court for simple assault but was acquitted of robbery and theft charges. He has been in custody at the Morris County Correctional Facility pending this sentencing.

The incident involved Caldwell entering a vehicle

Ridgeley woman charged with burglary after breaking into Cumberland home

Local News ReportMarch 19, 20250

Cumberland Police Issue Criminal Summons for Burglary

**Cumberland, MD** – The Cumberland Police Department served a criminal summons to Mariah Nicole Davis on Monday. This action follows an investigation of a breaking and entering incident that happened on March 5, 2025, on Spring Street.

The police investigation revealed Davis’ property inside the residence and an exchange of text messages between Davis and the victim. These messages showed Davis admitting to being inside the residence.

As a result, charges were filed at the District Court against Davis, who hails from Ridgeley, WV. The suspect, aged 26, signed for the summons and was subsequently released, pending a trial for fourth-degree burglary.

Police take down second suspect in high-profile DC burglary case

Local News ReportMarch 13, 20250

Washington, D.C. — A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a string of business burglaries that took place across the District in early December, police said. Authorities arrested 19-year-old Stuart Scott of Northwest on March 11, 2025, following a DC Superior Court warrant. His arrest comes after the February 21 arrest of 19-year-old Ryan Howell, who was also charged in connection with the offenses. Scott is accused of being involved in at least 20 burglaries on December 2, 2024, and linked to eight additional burglary-related incidents on December 10. The targeted businesses were spread across multiple locations, including

Wall Township police report multiple arrests, including burglary and drug charges

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 10, 20250

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Authorities have announced several arrests over the past week, including shoplifting, burglary, and drug-related offenses. On March 4, Lucia Vaca-Gomez, 60, of Newark, was arrested for shoplifting at Ulta Beauty following an investigation that began in February. She was processed and released on a summons. On March 8, Terrence Jones, 40, of Trenton, was arrested at the Eatontown Police Department on an outstanding Wall Township warrant and transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution. Additionally, Yasir Twitty, 21, and Nymir Marks, 19, both of Newark, were charged in connection with a January 20 burglary on Baileys

Cumberland police make multiple arrests, including burglary and probation violation

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 6, 20250

CUMBERLAND, Md. — The Cumberland Police Department made several arrests on Wednesday and early Thursday, including cases involving probation violation, burglary, trespassing, and disorderly conduct. James Hendershot II, 33, was arrested on a bench warrant for violating probation related to a prior protective order violation. He was transported to Central Booking and remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center without bond. Tyler Poole, 34, was cited for trespassing after being observed walking on train tracks marked “No Trespassing” near the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. He was released pending trial. Cory Sisk, 32, was served a criminal summons for violating a

Man arrested in connection to Somerset County burglary spree

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 6, 20250

SOMERVILLE, N.J. — A months-long investigation into a string of commercial burglaries in Somerset County has led to the arrest of 26-year-old Emmanuel Tolentino of Scotch Plains and charges against a 17-year-old male from Roselle, authorities announced. Between November 26 and December 2, 2024, multiple businesses across Somerville, Green Brook, North Plainfield, Bridgewater, and Warren Township were targeted in late-night break-ins. Surveillance footage captured suspects using pry tools and crowbars to gain entry, primarily through rear or side doors, before stealing cash from registers and offices. Tolentino was first arrested on December 4 in Green Brook for a November 29

Burglary suspect flees after homeowner interrupts break-in in Parsippany

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 6, 20250

PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Police are searching for a burglary suspect who fled on foot after being interrupted by a homeowner on Ferncliff Road. The suspect, described as tall and wearing dark clothing, was last seen in the surrounding area. The incident happened at around 7 am on Thursday. Officers from Parsippany and neighboring towns are conducting a search. No weapons were seen, and the suspect did not make any threats before escaping. Authorities have not released additional details about the suspect or the burglary. Police are urging residents to remain alert as the search continues.

Academy Street Burglary and Assault Ends With Arrest

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 28, 20250

Incident on Academy Street Involves Burglary and Assault

**WILKES-BARRE, PA** – On February 27, 2025, at 6:33 a.m., officers responded to a burglary and assault incident on Academy Street. The defendant, Adam Glaze, 34, of Wilkes-Barre, PA, allegedly broke into the victim’s residence.

The victim, a 34-year-old male from Wilkes-Barre, reported the entry and subsequent assault occurred while he was asleep. With assistance from his roommates, the defendant was restrained until police arrived.

Emergency medical services treated the victim at the scene. Meanwhile, the police took the defendant into custody and transported him to City Headquarters for processing.

DC businesses hit in burglary spree, suspects caught on camera

Local News ReportFebruary 18, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC — A break-in at a Southeast DC business early Friday morning is part of a string of crimes police are now investigating. Surveillance footage captured one of the suspects involved. The burglary occurred around 4:41 a.m. on February 14 in the 700 block of 8th Street, SE. One suspect forced entry into the business while a second acted as a lookout. Once inside, the suspect stole property before both fled the scene. Authorities are also investigating two other offenses that took place the same morning. Around 3:26 a.m., suspects attempted but failed to break into a business in

Suspect sentenced in $1.6 million UPS warehouse burglary scheme in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 18, 20250

CAMDEN, N.J. – A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to 39 months in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy that targeted approximately 55 United Parcel Service warehouses across multiple states, federal authorities announced. Aboudramane Karamoko, 21, of Philadelphia, received his sentence Tuesday in Camden federal court. Three co-conspirators, also from Philadelphia, were previously sentenced. Sekou Fofanah, 20, and Shamaire Brown, 19, were each sentenced to 24 months in prison, while Quamaire Brown, 19, was sentenced to 33 months. All four were also ordered to serve three years of supervised release. The burglary ring, which operated from January 2021 to