New Jersey State Police seek suspect in iPad theft at Parkway service area
FORKED RIVER, NJ – The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole an iPad from a …
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Utica Police Arrest Suspect in Wallet and Purse Theft
Utica Police Arrest Suspect in Wallet and Purse Theft
**UTICA, NY** – Utica Police Department received a report of a wallet and purse theft from a vehicle on Stark Street on November 24th, 2025. The case was investigated following reports of unauthorized use of the victim’s credit cards at multiple locations. Utica Police’s Criminal Investigations Division, with Mohawk Valley Crime Analysis Center and Patrol Division assistance, identified a suspect from surveillance footage.
Officers located 25-year-old Joel Rodriguez on Tuesday, taking him into the department for questioning. Rodriguez faces charges including two counts of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the fourth degree, two counts of Identity Theft in the second degree, and Petit Larceny.
One Week Later, Lakewood Board, Prosecutor Mum on $15 Million Theft of School Funds
LAKEWOOD, NJ—Someone stole $15 million from financial accounts owned by the Lakewood Township School Board, but a week after the heist, nobody is talking about …
ICE arrests Honduran for removal on statutory rape, theft charges
YORK, Pa. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) apprehended Noel Chinchilla-Avilez, a Honduran national with a final order of removal, in York, Pennsylvania, on …
DC armed robbery suspect arrested after botched cash register theft
WASHINGTON, DC — A man accused of attempting to steal a cash register at gunpoint was arrested Sunday evening in Southeast Washington, along with a …
Off-duty NYPD school crossing guard arrested on criminal contempt, theft charges
NEW YORK — An off-duty NYPD school crossing guard was arrested on criminal contempt and petit larceny charges, authorities said. Carmen Carambot, 52, was taken …
Former Bergen County employee charged in theft of county equipment
HACKENSACK, N.J. — A former Bergen County employee has been arrested in connection with the theft of county-owned tools and equipment, authorities said. Charles T. …
Suspect arrested in Evesham car dealership wheel theft case
EVESHAM, N.J. — A man accused of stealing wheels and tires from multiple new vehicles at a local car dealership has been arrested, the Evesham …
Three convicted in decades-long art and memorabilia theft ring
SCRANTON, Pa. — Three men were convicted Friday for their roles in a sprawling 20-year conspiracy to steal and traffic priceless artwork, sports memorabilia, and …
Member of Nationwide Illegal Alien Theft Ring Arrested in New Jersey Sanctuary
NEWARK, N.J. – A Chilean national suspected of being part of an organized theft group operating across multiple states is now facing federal charges after …
Violent Theft in Southeast D.C. Caught on Camera
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A violent theft in Southeast D.C. left an adult male injured after multiple suspects assaulted him while attempting to steal items from …
Two 13-year-olds shot during botched attempted car theft in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA — Two 13-year-old boys were shot during an attempted vehicle robbery in the city’s 12th District on Tuesday evening, police said. The shooting occurred …
Two suspects sought in Brooklyn cellphone and credit card theft
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Police are searching for two unidentified individuals who allegedly stole a cellphone containing multiple credit cards from a man inside a commercial …
Off-duty NYPD school safety agent arrested for theft in Manhattan
NEW YORK — An off-duty New York City school safety agent was arrested Friday afternoon in Manhattan and charged with theft-related offenses, authorities said. Emmanuel …
Former Brick Township “Employee of the Month” sentenced for theft scheme
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The former Director of Recreation for Brick Township was sentenced Friday to three years of probation after pleading guilty to theft …
Newark man charged under new home invasion law in auto theft ring targeting the Jersey Shore area
TRENTON, N.J. — A Newark man has been charged in connection with an auto theft and home burglary ring, becoming the first person prosecuted under …
Newark police seek public’s help identifying package theft suspect
NEWARK, NJ — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect connected to the theft of a package valued at $1,500 …
Columbus Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Felony Theft Suspect
The Columbus Division of Police is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent felony theft. The incident occurred on …
Newark man charged in Boonton warehouse arson and theft investigation
BOONTON, N.J. — Authorities have charged Davon Fields, 45, of Newark, in connection with a November 2024 warehouse fire in Boonton that investigators say was …
State police investigate smash-and-grab theft from vehicle in Hempfield Township
HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a smash-and-grab theft that occurred on January 7, 2025, in the parking lot of LA Fitness …
Newark police seek help identifying suspect in package theft
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man suspected of stealing two packages from a residence on Lenox Street …
Two charged in $300K theft scheme targeting Holmdel company
FREEHOLD, N.J. — Two men have been charged with orchestrating a scheme to steal nearly $300,000 from a Holmdel-based company through a fraudulent pest control …
Ellendale man arrested for theft of campers, one still missing
GREENWOOD, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested 39-year-old Leon Leager of Ellendale in connection with the theft of two pull-behind campers earlier this month …
Leader of organized retail theft enterprise arrested in Ocean County
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Authorities have arrested Paola I. Cabrera-Delapaz, 36, on charges related to her alleged role as the leader of an organized retail …
Utica man arrested for burglary and theft of tools and equipment
UTICA, N.Y. — A 47-year-old Utica man has been arrested and charged in connection with a December 2024 burglary in which tools and equipment were …
New Jersey Attorney General Announces Charges in $3.4 Million Multi-State Diesel Fuel Theft Scheme
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Thursday that 25 individuals and four companies have been charged for their alleged involvement …
Amazon impostor steals packages in bold theft caught on camera in Northwest DC
WASHINGTON, DC — A brazen package theft in Northwest Washington has left neighbors on high alert after surveillance footage captured a woman, disguised as an …
Suspects caught on camera after brazen daytime theft in D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thieves stole money from a cash register at a Southeast business in broad daylight before fleeing the scene on Wednesday afternoon. The …
Wilkes-Barre police investigate theft of parked vehicle on Madison Street
WILKES-BARRE, PA — The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department is investigating the theft of a vehicle reported stolen from Madison Street on January 7, 2025. Officers …
Newark police seek public’s help identifying package theft suspect
NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a woman suspected of stealing packages from a …
Pittsfield man sentenced to up to 4 years in state prison for assault and theft
PITTSFIELD, MA — Tyrone Jones of Pittsfield has been sentenced to up to four years in state prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges stemming …
Philadelphia man sentenced to four years for mail theft and $300,000 fraud scheme
PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia man who posed as a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) mail carrier to steal checks and commit financial fraud was sentenced on …
Teens arrested in Atlantic City car theft spree, multiple charges filed
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Three teenagers were arrested on December 27 in connection with a series of incidents involving a stolen vehicle, according to the …
Police seek suspects in Veirs Mill Road auto theft, release surveillance photos
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police are investigating the theft of a 2013 Hyundai Elantra from the parking garage …
Philadelphia police seek suspect in Market Street firearm theft
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Authorities are searching for a suspect who stole a firearm along with other belongings from a 27-year-old man on Market Street earlier …
Delaware woman charged in vehicle theft and shoplifting spree across New Castle County
WILMINGTON, Del. — A Newark woman has been arrested for a string of vehicle thefts and shopliftings that spanned several months and targeted areas across …
Utica man charged in $6,300 Bass Pro Shops sunglasses theft
UTICA, N.Y. — A 47-year-old Utica man has been arrested and charged in connection with the theft of more than 30 pairs of sunglasses valued …
Annapolis Police Blotter: Armed burglary, auto theft, and carjacking incidents reported across city
ANNAPOLIS, MD — The Annapolis Police Department responded to a series of unrelated but alarming incidents across the city in recent days, including a carjacking, …
Two men charged in theft of used cooking oil from Silver Spring restaurants
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Two men were arrested early Tuesday morning after Montgomery County police caught them stealing used cooking oil from grease dumpsters behind …
Former Brick Township “employee of the month” recreation director pleads guilty to theft
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The former Director of Recreation for Brick Township, Daniel Santaniello, 46, pled guilty to theft on Tuesday, admitting to stealing township …
Barnegat man charged with $50,000 theft of lottery tickets
BARNEGAT, N.J. — A Barnegat Township man faces charges of theft after authorities say he illegally obtained more than $50,000 in New Jersey Lottery tickets …
Property destruction, theft, and trespassing lead to multiple arrests in Cumberland
Police Activity: Arrests and Summons Issued
**Cumberland, MD** – The Cumberland Police Department served several arrest warrants and criminal summonses this week for various offenses. On Tuesday, Garry Legeer III was arrested in relation to an incident concerning property destruction on November 30. This incident, reported at approximately 3:12 PM, involved slashed tires on a vehicle, which led to charges being filed against Legeer. He posted a $2,500 unsecured personal bond after appearing before a District Court Commissioner.
Also on Tuesday, a criminal summons was served to Joshua Hoenicka. A private citizen had filed charges of theft under $100 against Hoenicka at the District Court of Allegany County. Hoenicka was released after signing for his summons while awaiting trial.
On the same day, Malik Freeman was served a criminal summons related to a trespassing incident at a business on Greene Street. This incident took place on November 30 around 12:16 PM. Despite Freeman leaving the property when officers arrived, charges were pursued as police confirmed that a no-trespassing letter had been issued to him previously.
Additionally, Jeremy Crosten was arrested on Tuesday for possession of suspected cocaine and drug parap
Bronx school employee and accomplices indicted for $173,000 theft
BRONX, N.Y. — A Bronx public school employee, her husband, and a friend have been indicted on corruption and fraud charges for allegedly stealing more …
D.C. Armed robbery suspect wanted after Sherman Avenue daylight theft
Washington, D.C. — A suspect captured on surveillance footage is being sought in connection with an armed robbery that took place on Sherman Avenue in …
Police seek suspects in Chestnut Street elevator theft
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying two men suspected of stealing a wallet from a victim in an elevator …
Newark police seek public’s help identifying package theft suspect
NEWARK, NJ — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man caught on video stealing a package from the front steps of …
Ocean County woman arrested on burglary and theft charges
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Belkis Maria Herrera, 38, was arrested on November 30, 2024, and faces charges of burglary and theft by unlawful taking, according …
Vehicle Theft Reported on Joseph Lane
Vehicle Theft Reported on Joseph Lane
**Wilkes-Barre, PA** – On Tuesday, officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle theft at a residence on Joseph Lane. The incident occurred at 6:52 a.m. according to the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department.
The victim, a 51-year-old woman from Wilkes-Barre, reported that her silver 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe was stolen overnight. The car was taken unlawfully from the driveway of her residence.
The vehicle is registered in Pennsylvania with the license plate number GYM-2578. The investigation into the theft is currently ongoing.
Motor Vehicle Theft Reported in Wilkes-Barre
Motor Vehicle Theft Reported in Wilkes-Barre
**Wilkes-Barre, PA** – A theft from a motor vehicle occurred on Chester Street. The incident happened on Monday at 11:00 AM.
A 61-year-old female resident of Wilkes-Barre reported the theft. She informed the authorities at City Headquarters about the incident.
According to her report, an unknown suspect entered her vehicle overnight. Several items were taken while the vehicle was parked near her residence.
The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department has registered the case under IRC number 240254646. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
Queens Couple Charged in International Retail Theft Case
Queens Couple Charged in International Retail Theft Case
**Queens, NY** – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz and Governor Kathy Hochul reported a major retail theft operation involving Christopher Guzman and Yvelisse Guzman Batista. The couple, alongside three co-defendants, is accused of selling stolen high-end makeup, perfume, and designer clothing under Yvelisse Fashion, LLC. They allegedly directed theft crews to acquire specific items and sold these in Queens and the Dominican Republic. Charges include fostering the sale of stolen goods, a new crime in New York.
DA Katz emphasized the importance of consumer caution when purchasing from unfamiliar sources as the holidays approach. The defendants reportedly sold over $2 million in stolen goods over two years through various locations. This case is noted as the first time New York’s new law against selling stolen goods has been enforced. Katz thanked Governor Hochul, New York State Police, and Homeland Security Investigations for their work on the case.
Charges against Christopher Guzman, 35, Yvelisse Guzman Batista, 29, and their associates include criminal possession of stolen property and conspiracy. They are due in court on January 15, 2025, with potential penalties of up to 25 years in prison. Tiffany Leon