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Arrest Made in Connection with Series of Robberies in Paterson

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**Arrest Made in Connection with Series of Robberies in Paterson**

**Paterson, NJ -** The Paterson Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect linked to six robberies occurring in one day. Officer in Charge Isa Abbassi coordinated the operation, involving the Major Crimes Unit and Patrol Division.

On October 6, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., six robberies took place on Summer Street, 22nd Avenue, Main Street, Paterson Avenue, and McBride Avenue. The suspect reportedly wielded a semi-automatic handgun, demanding cash and sneakers from the victims.

Around 1:48 p.m., Totowa Police Department informed Paterson officers about a vehicle matching the suspect’s description. The suspect, identified as Justin Rodriguez, 25, was apprehended after attempting to flee and assaulting an officer. A search revealed a semi-automatic handgun and a 50-round drum magazine.

Rodriguez faces multiple charges, including six counts of robbery, weapon possession offenses, and assault on a law enforcement officer. He awaits prosecution by the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, with charges presuming innocence until proven guilty.

Leonia Police Investigate Series of Burglaries and Thefts

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Leonia Police Investigate Series of Burglaries and Thefts

**Leonia, NJ** – The Leonia Police Department is conducting investigations into several reported burglaries and thefts. The incidents occurred from Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

During this period, two thefts of catalytic converters took place, with one possible attempted theft. These incidents occurred on the 100 block of Glenwood Avenue, 100 block of Oakdene Avenue, and the 100 block of Ames Avenue. Additionally, a vehicle was stolen from a parking lot on Lakeview Avenue west of Grand Avenue between 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday and 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday.

On Wednesday at 12:25 p.m., a diversion burglary was reported on Grand Avenue near the Englewood border. In this case, three white males with Irish accents engaged the resident under the pretense of doing neighbor’s tree work, allowing one suspect to enter the home and commit theft.

Another residential burglary and theft took place between 10:00 a.m. and 1:10 p.m. on the 400 block of Birch Lane the same day. The Leonia Police Department urges residents to report suspicious activities promptly and to exercise caution when allowing