Montclair Police Department
Police Blotter: July 5, 2022 – July 12, 2022
Vandalism
July 5, 2022 (Bloomfield Avenue): The operator of a New Jersey Transit bus reported that a male approached the bus and purposely pushed himself into the door, causing it to shatter. The suspect was described as a black male in his twenties, 5'10"- 6'00", approximately 180 pounds, wearing a white T-shirt and a blue bandana around his head. The male fled west on Bloomfield Avenue.
Disturbance
July 5, 2022 (Maple Avenue): The complainant reported that a group of juveniles entered the Catching Owens Community Suite during “Game Night” and proceeded to throw firecrackers inside of the building. The floor and walls reportedly sustained what was only described as “moderate damage”. The suspects were described as six juveniles, two of which were female, wearing masks. They were last seen fleeing south on Maple Avenue.
Motor Vehicle Crime
July 6, 2022 (Harrison Avenue): The resident reported that while letting his dogs out of his home he observed an unknown male attempting to enter his black Range Rover. After seeing the resident, the suspect retreated to an awaiting white Honda Accord and fled north on Harrison Avenue. The suspect was described as a black male, 18-21 years old, 6’00” in height, slim build, wearing a yellow hooded sweatshirt, dark colored jacket, black pants, and a ski mask.
July 7, 2022 (Lewis Court): The resident reported that his 2021 Ford Explorer was entered during the overnight hours. The vehicle was rummaged through and a small amount of cash was stolen.
July 7, 2022 (Highland Avenue): The complainant reported that her unlocked Audi was entered while parked on the street. Missing at this time are is a black ‘See By Chloe’ cross body bag, an Argentina Passport, a red iPhone, white iPhone headphones, $85.00 cash, and a set of keys.
July 10, 2022 (Valley Road): At 2:34 AM patrol units were dispatched to the 700 block of Valley Road on a report of two individuals attempting to enter vehicles. Officers located two juvenile males from Newark walking in the area who matched the description provided by the caller. They were transported to Police Headquarters and turned over to a guardian.