Crime & Safety
Driver Eludes Police After Chase Down Central Avenue
Police say the suspect, Leah Klotzke, 25, of Newark is still at large.
Garwood Police are looking for a Newark woman after a chase down Central Avenue.
According to police, around midnight on Dec. 3 Officer Andrew Horan initiated a motor vehicle stop on a red 1994 Dodge sedan for a moving violation on the 400 block of South Avenue when the driver slowed to almost a stop before speeding away.
Police say Horan continued after the vehicle attempting to stop it but the driver failed to yield and continued to accelerate to dangerous speeds on Central Avenue in Westfield.
Police say the pursuit was then terminated for safety reasons.
As a result of the subsequent and thorough investigation, police say the suspect was identified as Leah Klotzke, 25 of Newark. A criminal complaint was issued and bail is set at $50,000.
At this time the Klotzke is still at large. Anyone with information about her whereabouts should contact Garwood Police.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
