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Man Charged with Burglary at Teaneck High School

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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.

Teaneck woman arrested after assaulting officers, found with suspected drugs

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Teaneck Police Report Early Morning Incident Involving Suspected Narcotics

**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. The

Shots Fired in Teaneck Lead to Two Arrests

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Shots Fired in Teaneck Lead to Two Arrests

**TEANECK, NJ** – Early Thursday morning at approximately 4:27 a.m., a 9-1-1 call was received about gunfire near Harding Avenue and Glenwood Avenue. Responding officers reported residents heard three gunshots and saw two cars leaving the area at high speed.

Witnesses also noted three individuals in dark clothing and ski masks walking on Washington Street, near Glenwood Avenue. A vehicle occupied by three males was stopped by officers in the vicinity. The males in the vehicle were wearing dark clothing and face coverings.

Upon investigation, officers found a black bag in the rear seat containing a loaded Glock 43X 9mm handgun with a tactical light. Two individuals, Alexander J. McFarland and Kawan N. Vining, were subsequently charged with various offenses.

Mr. McFarland faces charges of unlawful possession of a handgun and a large capacity magazine. He was processed and held at the Bergen County Correctional and Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Vining was charged with obstruction and released on a summons. The third suspect was released with no charges at this time. The investigation into the gunfire is ongoing, and police urge anyone with information to