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05/14/2011

Armed Robbery
Home Invasion

On 05/14 residents left their Eastmont Lane residence for a few hours and upon returning home found 4 unidentified suspects wearing black clothing and ski masks.  some of the suspects were armed.  a certain amount of property was removed from the residence and turned over to the suspects.  the suspects then tied up the victims, took a rifle and the victim's car keys, then left the scene in the victim's vehicle. The vehicle and rifle were later recovered on Vanderbilt Court in Winslow Township.  Anyone with information on the incident can contact Detective Arnold from the Winslow Township Police Department at (609) 561-3300.  all calls will remain anonymous.
05/13/2011

Motor Vehicle
Crash

Location: Rt. 73 and Braddock Ave., Winslow Twp
Driver 1: Myron Giles 70 years old age from Marlton, NJ
Driver 2: Samantha Jefferies 20 years of age from Winslow Township, NJ

Samantha Jefferies was stopped in traffic attempting to make a left hand turn onto Braddock Avenue from Rt. 73.  Myron Giles was also traveling in the same lane south on Rt. 73.  Giles did not stop for Jefferies' vehicle.  Giles attempted to go around the left of Jefferies's vehicle causing him to sideswipe it.  The impact caused Giles to cross over the southbound lanes and into a tree.  Giles had a head injury and was flown to Cooper Hospital in Camden, NJ.  Giles was reported to be conscious and alert at the hospital.  Jefferies was not injured. Further investigation pending. 

Assisting Units:  Winslow Twp Police Department, Winslow Twp EMS, Winslow Twp Fire Department, Virtua Paramedics, New Jersey State Police SouthStar Medivac
05/13/2011

Commercial
Burglary

Location: Junction Liquor Store, 201 Williamstown Road

Accused: Michael T. Neilio 20 years of age from the 200 block of Hayes Mill Road, Atco

On 05/13/2011 at approximately 1:57 am, police dispatch received an alarm activation at the Junction Liquor Store. Responding officers saw that the front door glass had been smashed with a landscaping rock.  The business owner was contacted and responded to the scene.  Video surveillance showed that the accused smashed the door glass, entered the store and left with a quantity of alcohol then fled on foot.  Officers checking the are found the accused at a home near the rear of the store.  His clothing matched that of the the suspect in the surveillance video.  He had several cuts on his arms and legs and the stolen alcohol was recovered. The accused was arrested and processed for burglary, theft, criminal mischief and underage possession of alcohol.  He was sent to Camden County Jail in default of $10,000 full cash bail.
05/03/2011

Armed Robbery

Location: Wilby Road and Loretta Blvd, Sicklerville NJ

Accused 1) 17 year old
Accused 2) Kevin Sansalone 18 years of age - 500 Block of Chews Landing Rd, Sicklerville
Accused 3) Chase Collins 18 years of age - Edgewood Rd, Sicklerville NJ
Accused 4) John Dempsey 18 years of age - 1200 Block of Daniels Ave, Pine Hill NJ

On May 3rd 2011 at approximately 11:30pm, the 3 listed accused and one 16 year old juvenile robbed a juvenile victim at gunpoint on Wilby road at the intersection of Loretta Blvd.  The victim sustained minor injuries during the incident.  At this time it is believed that this incident was related to an illegal narcotics transaction.  Two air pistols  were recovered.  All four accused were charged with armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery and weapons related offenses.  Sansalone, Collins and Dempsy were lodged in the Camden County Jail in Lieu of $50,000.00 full cash bail.  The juvenile was lodged in Lakeland Detention Center pending a court hearing.
04/27/2011

Operation Take Back
New Jersey

Winslow Township, N.J. - The Winslow Township Police Department will host an Operation Take Back New Jersey local collection site in participation with a statewide medicine disposal day to encourage community residents to properly dispose of their unused, unwanted and expired medicine. Collection day is Saturday, April 30, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Police Headquarters, 125 South Route 73, Braddock. Proper disposal of unwanted medication is intended to help reduce the potential for pharmaceutical abuse.

Operation Take Back New Jersey is a statewide effort spearheaded by the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) New Jersey Division, the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, the NY/NJ HIDTA, and the New Jersey National Guard. Last year, the operation collected more than 14,000 pounds of medicine. The majority of New Jersey police departments will be participating again in this year’s event.
For more information on Winslow Township’s Operation Take Back New Jersey efforts contact Detective Michael Parker at MParker@WinslowPD.com , Patrolman Joseph Hurd at JHurd@WinslowPD.com, or the Winslow Township Police Headquarters at 609-561-3300.
Please note,

NO NEEDLES WILL BE COLLECTED AT THIS EVENT!

For more information on Operation Take Back New Jersey, visit: www.operationtakebacknj.com.
04/17/2010

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

On 04/17/2011 a 37 year old male from Pine Hill NJ was involved in a single motor vehicle crash at Rt 73 and Hayes Mill Road.  The driver lost control of his vehicle after leaving the road and entering the grass median that separates the north and southbound lanes of Rt 73.  The vehicle then re-entered the northbound lanes and struck a curb on the east side of Rt 73.  The vehicle became airborne after striking the curb and made impact with a traffic standard at the intersection of Rt 73 and Hayes Mill Road.  The driver received fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at Virtua Hospital in Berlin.  The crash is still under investigation by Patrolman Jeffery Spreng on the Winslow Township Police Department.  Assist Agencies:  Winslow Township Fire Department, Winslow Township E.M.S. and Virtua Hospital Paramedics.
04/14/2011

Copper Theft

Sometime between 04/13/2011 and 04/14/2011 unknown suspect(s) removed copper wire from an exterior air conditioning unit at the Grace Community Church located at 155 Pump Branch Road.  It is believed that the theft occurred during the overnight hours.  There have been similar thefts in neighboring jurisdictions over the last few months.

Anyone who witnesses suspicious activity should immediately report it to the Winslow Township Police Department.  If you have information regarding this theft, or need additional information please contact Detective Thomas Krause at (609) 561-3300.
04/10/2011

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

Location - US 30 (White Horse Pike) near McDougal Road

An operator of a 2004 Toyota Celica was attempting to make a left turn from US 30 westbound in the area of McDougal Road.  The Toyota Celica turned into the path of a 2004 Cadillac Deville which was traveling eastbound on US 30 and the collision occurred.  The driver of the Toyota Celica was pronounced dead at the scene.  The driver of the Cadillac Deville was transported by ambulance to Virtua Hospital, Berlin Division with non-life threatening injuries.  The cause of the collision is still under investigation by Ptlm. Mark Passarella of the Winslow Township Police Department.

Assisting Public Safety Units:  Winslow Township E.M.S., Winslow Township Fire Department and Virtua Health Systems Paramedics.
03/29/2011

Sweepstakes Scam

Winslow Township Police Department is alerting all residents, specifically the elderly, of a lottery sweepstakes scam.  An Albion resident was recently a victim of the US Sweepstakes Scam which originates from Las Vegas, Nevada, but is actually being orchestrated in Kingston, Jamaica.  The Jamaican Lottery Scam, in which unsuspecting seniors are "befriended" by con artists, and are told to send money to Jamaica to cover taxes and fees for a 2.5 million jackpot that they have won.  The victims of this scam will never receive the prizes they are promised in return.  The scammers will attempt to build a continuing friendship with the victim, so seniors refuse to believe that they are being scammed.  Residents are cautioned that if you haven't entered a specific lottery or sweepstakes, and receive any correspondence informing you that you have won a cash prize, this is most likely a scam.
03/28/2011

Arson - Terroristic Threats

Accused: Anthony Balog 25 years of age from Hamilton Township (Mercer County) , NJ.    Location: Golden Nugget Tavern, 433 New Freedom Road

 Details:  Anthony Balog was charged with one (1) count of Terroristic Threats and one (1) count of Aggravated Arson.  Investigation by the Winslow Township Police Department revealed Balog was a patron at the Golden Nugget Tavern during the early morning hours of February 11th 2011.  During that time Balog made threats indicating he would return to the tavern at a later time and harm the staff and building.  The investigation alleges Bayog used an incendiary device to purposely start the fire shortly before 5:00am on the morning of February 11th.  Balog then fled to Hamilton Township (Mercer County) the same morning.  He was arrested in Hamilton Township, Saturday, March 26th.  Bayog was processed on the aforementioned charges and lodged in the Camden County Jail in lieu of $65,000.00 cash bail.
03/25/2011

Threats

Location:  542 Berlin Cross Keys Road, Sicklerville, NJ (Shop-Rite)

At approximately 11:29 am, Winslow Police dispatch received a 9-1-1 call from a pay phone located outside of Shop-Rite on Berlin Cross Keys Road.  The unidentified caller alleged that another male was going to cause a disturbance at a day care center and possibly rob a retail store.  The caller did not provide any specific information.  A search of the area for the caller was negative.  All local day care centers were checked and notified of the threat.  Camden County officials were notified as were all surrounding jurisdictions.  The information provided by the unknown caller was not substantiated.  Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Winslow Township Police Department Criminal Investigations Unit at (609) 561-3300
03/24/2011

Theft of Copper Wire

On 03/24/2011 at approximately 01:45 am Winslow Township Police observed 2 subjects exiting the woods along Cedar Brook Road carrying a bag. During the investigation, Coogan and Reistetter stated they found the bag which was found to contain copper grounding wires and tools.  Coogan could not provide a reason as to why the bag was dry considering that it had been raining all day.  Officers checked the Atlantic City Electric Towers and noticed that the grounding wires were missing.  The bolts were located next to the towers along with Coogan's hood that matched his jacket that he was wearing.  Coogan had the tools in his pocket.  Both subjects were charged with theft, conspiracy and criminal mischief.  Both subjects were committed to Camden County Jail on $5000.00 full cash bail.
03/16/2011

Train Derailment

Wednesday March 16, 2011 12:45 PM EDT -- Train derailment has closed Mays Landing Road (CR 561 Spur) near Piney Hollow Road to all traffic. No spills or hazardous conditions are reported.  All traffic in the area will have to be detoured around the train crossing at Mays Landing Road. Condition will exist into the afternoon rush hour. If possible find an alternative route.
03/07/2011

Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident

On March 07, 2011 at approximately 11:24 am a vehicle being driven by a 68 year old man was traveling south on Cross Keys Road (Cr698). Another vehicle was traveling north on Cross Keys Road driven by an 18 year old man.  In the area of Allied Parkway both vehicle were involved in a head on crash which resulted in the death of the 68 year old man.  The 18 year old man was airlifted to Copper Hospital, Camden and is listed in critical but stable condition.  The accident remains under investigation.
09/09/2010

Robbery

At approximately 11:35 pm two male subjects  robbed the Citgo Gas Station located at 172 Rt 73 and assaulted the gas attendant.  They fled the area.  Responding officers along with police K-9 located the suspects.  Based on a search warrant, evidence was seized from the vehicle which linked them to the crime.  The suspects were sent to Camden County Jail with bail set at $250,000 full cash.