Tuesday, April 2, 2013
The following arrest information was provided by the Clark Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Clark police activity from March 25 - April 1, 2013: Theft of Cell Phone March 26, 2:28 p.m – Police took a report of a theft of a cell phone from a patron of the ShopRite Supermarket at 76 Central Avenue. The incident is under investigation. Keith Meehan was the investigating officer. Fictitous Driver's License, Fictitous Insurance Card March 27, 3:06 p.m. – In the vicinity of the Garden State Parkway northbound, police arrested James Pope, age 40, single, unemployed of 330 Sanford Avenue in Newark for presenting a fictitious driver’s license, presenting a fictitious insurance card, hindering apprehension and on five outstanding warrants from Hillside, Newark and Springfield. Bail was set at $25,000 and he was subsequently transported to …
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
The following arrest information was provided by the Clark Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Clark police activity from March 18 - 25, 2013: Outstanding Warrant for Possession, Distribution Within 1,000 Feet of School March 19, 12:39 a.m. – In the vicinity of James Avenue and Sunset Drive, police arrested William Black, age 23, single, unemployed of 18 Sunset Drive in Clark on an outstanding warrant for CDS (controlled dangerous substances) distribution within 1,000 feet of a school yard. He was subsequently transported to the Union County Jail. Det. George Marmarou was the Arresting Officer. Possession and Shoplifting March 19, 10:13 p.m. – In the vicinity of 186 Westfield Avenue, police arrested Crystal Nunes, age 28, single, unemployed of 13 Nelson Court in Toms River for CDS (controlled dangerous substances) possession, …
Thursday, March 21, 2013
At Tuesday's Clark Council meeting, several officers were honored for their work.
Clark's annual police awards were held at Tuesday's Clark Council meeting. Here, a list of this year's honorees: Platoon Award (Case #12-14247) Det.DeAquino, Det. Shackleton, Det. Merfert, Det. Buczynski, Det. Marmarou, Ptlm. Venezio, Ptlm. Sarnecki, Lt. Pollock and Disp. Deluca On May 22, 2012, members of the Clark Police Dept. responded to a Carolina Street residence on a report of a burglary in progress. Due to thorough communications from Headquarters and a quick response, the officers were able to effectively set up a perimeter of the area. With the area secured and eyewitnesses providing detailed descriptions, the fleeing suspects were quickly apprehended and charged with burglary. Platoon Award (Case #12-30552) Det. Shackleton, Ptlm…
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Pitts was formally sworn in at Tuesday's Clark Council meeting.
- POLICE & FIRE
-
Wednesday, March 20
Clark Police Officer Daniel J. Pitt was promoted to the position of Sergeant at Tuesday's Clark Council meeting.
The following arrest information was provided by the Clark Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
- POLICE & FIRE
-
Wednesday, March 20
Clark police activity from March 11 - 18, 2013: Report of Stolen Bicycle March 17, 5:50 p.m. – Police took a report of a stolen bicycle at 8 Elm Street. The incident is under investigation. Daniel Joy was the investigating officer. Theft March 11, 10:16 p.m. – Police took a report of a theft of items from a wallet at Burger King, 118 Central Avenue. The incident is under investigation. Christian Lott was the investigating officer. Outstanding Warrants March 16, 9:13 p.m. – In the vicinity of Broadway and Lambert Street, police arrested Marixsa Rolon, age 41, single, unemployed of 1601 Madeline Drive in Avenel on an outstanding warrant from the Essex County Sheriff’s Department for fraud. She was subsequently transported to the Essex …
Thursday, March 14, 2013
The following arrest information was provided by the Clark Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Clark police activity from March 4 - 11, 2013: Hit-and-Run March 10, 3:52 p.m. – Police took a report of a hit-and-run motor vehicle accident that occurred at 29 Coldevin Road. The incident is under investigation. Pedro Oliveira was the investigating officer. Motor Vehicle Theft March 9, 9:26 p.m. – Police took a report of a theft of a motor vehicle, which was removed from a parking lot at 77 Central Avenue. The incident is under investigation. Daniel Joy was the investigating officer. Possession, Eluding, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer March 7, 4:30 a.m. – At 1490 Franklin Street in Rahway, New Jersey, police arrested Gary Sweet, age 37, single, unemployed of 67 West Milton Avenue in Rahway for possession of CDS (controlled …
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The following arrest information was provided by the Clark Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
A routine traffic stop turned into a nightmare for Clark Police on Thursday. According to Clark Police Chief Alan Scherb, a Clark officer spotted a driver, Gary Sweet, 37, of Rahway, asleep behind the wheel at the intersection of Walnut Avenue and Raritan Road around 4 a.m. on March 7. "When the officer approached, the driver took off," Scherb told Patch. "Two officers followed, but did not chase, the suspect vehicle back to his home in Rahway. When the suspect pulled into his driveway, one officer pulled in front of the driveway, blocking his exit." Scherb says the suspect then put his car in reverse and floored the gas pedal, ramming the police car (one of Clark's new police SUVs) and pushing it about 20 feet. The driver then went head …
Plan an alternate route.
Clark police have issued the following Nixle alert: "On Fri. 3-15-13 the North Bound entrance ramp to the GSP in Clark will be closed from 8pm to 5am for repair. Find alternate route" The Nixle System will forward emergency information either by text message or by email to residents who register for the service. This system is free of charge to the township and residents. There are two ways to register: 1. From any cell phone, text the zip code (07066) to 888777. In this way, you will receive text messages only. 2. Go to www.nixle.com and register. You must enter a valid email address with the option of entering a cell phone as well. If you choose this method, you will receive information via email and/or text message.
Monday, March 11, 2013
Plan an alternate route.
Clark police have issued the following Nixle alert: "Advisory: on wed 3-13-13 from 8pm to 5am the north bound entrance ramp to the GSP in Clark will be closed for repair find alternate route" The Nixle System will forward emergency information either by text message or by email to residents who register for the service. This system is free of charge to the Township and residents. There are two ways to register: 1. From any cell phone, text the zip code (07066) to 888777. In this way, you will receive text messages only. 2. Go to www.nixle.com and register. You must enter a valid email address with the option of entering a cell phone as well. If you choose this method, you will receive information via email and/or text message.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
The following arrest information was provided by the Clark Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Clark police activity from Feb. 25 - March 4, 2013: Possession March 1, 3:03 p.m. – At 16 Featherbed Lane, police arrested Frank Merowchek, age 35, single, a technician of 8 Cellar Avenue in Clark for possession of CDS (controlled dangerous substances). He was subsequently released on his own recognizance pending a court date. Det. George Marmarou was the arresting officer. Feb. 26, 9:39 a.m. – In the vicinity of Westfield Avenue, police arrested Eladia Mercedes, age 25, single, unemployed of 15 School Road in Whitehouse Station for possession of CDS (controlled dangerous substances) paraphernalia. She was also detained on outstanding warrants totaling $4,000 for contempt of court. She was subsequently turned over to the Readington Police …
