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Emergency Incidents
Suspicious vehicle checked at school parking lot
Suspicious Activity
Walnut Ave, Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a suspicious vehicle in a school parking lot on Walnut Avenue. The vehicle was later cleared after it was determined the person inside was a school contractor.
Burglary alarm at school library investigated
Break-In
Walnut Ave, Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported burglary alarm at a school library on Walnut Ave in Cranford. A suspicious vehicle was checked in the nearby parking lot, and the incident was later believed to involve a school contractor after the school confirmed an order.
Pickup hits parked cars and driver attempts to flee
Traffic
Myrtle St, Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible motor vehicle crash near Myrtle Street and Horace Street involving a gray pickup truck that was reportedly smoking and may have struck a parked vehicle before attempting to leave. The pickup was later recovered on Horace Street, where it was reported to have hit a parked car, and police were taking the driver into custody.
Minor crash at Horace Street and Ludlow Avenue
Traffic
Ludlow Ave, Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible motor vehicle accident near Horace Street and Ludlow Avenue in Cranford, but the call was later canceled.
Man passed out and incoherent in vehicle on Ludlow Ave
Medical Emergency
Ludlow Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey 07016, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded near Ludlow Avenue and Horace Street in Cranford for a reported medical emergency involving a man found passed out and very incoherent in a vehicle. The vehicle was associated with a Pennsylvania license plate.
Vehicle theft near Dunham and Herring intersection
Stolen Vehicle
Dunham Ave & Herning Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested a directed patrol near Dunham Avenue and Herring Avenue in Cranford for a possible vehicle theft.
Welfare check at Cranford apartment after friend fails to show
Medical Emergency
Chestnut St Apt 103, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check at an apartment in the Riverfront Apartments complex on Chestnut Street after a caller reported concern about a friend who did not show up for a meal. The apartment door was propped open for responding officers.
Traffic stop south of Walgreens in Cranford
Traffic
S Ave W Walgreens, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop south of a Walgreens in Cranford involving a silver Ford with a partially identified New Jersey license plate.
Two-car crash with one person evaluated
Traffic
Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported two-car motor vehicle accident in Cranford. One patient was being assessed by the first aid squad, while the second driver was speaking with police and was not reporting any injuries.
Two-car crash with injuries at Moen and Raritan roads
Traffic
Moen Ave & Raritan Rd, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported motor vehicle crash with injuries near Mowen Avenue and Raritan Road. EMS was en route, a southbound lane was blocked near Miln and Jackson, and a tow truck was requested for two vehicles.
Vehicle crash at Moynihan Avenue and Raritan Road
Traffic
Raritan Rd, Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible motor vehicle accident near Moynihan Avenue and Raritan Road in Cranford, New Jersey.
Crash at Moan Avenue and Raritan Road
Traffic
Raritan Rd, Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Moan Avenue and Raritan Road in Cranford, with fire units responding.
Son threatening mother at South Union Avenue home
Domestic Dispute
S Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic disturbance near South Union Avenue in Cranford after a caller reported that her son was threatening and frightening her. Backup was offered to the responding unit.
Car stuck in water on Roger Ave front lawn
Traffic
Roger Ave, Cranford, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle incident on Roger Avenue in Cranford. The caller reported driving onto a lawn, but officers found no crash. The vehicle was stuck in water in front of a property, and a tow truck was started for the disabled vehicle.
Roadway flooding and disabled car on Roger Avenue
Road Closure
Springfield Ave & Romore Pl, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of flooding and hazardous conditions near Springfield Avenue and Rowmore Place. A vehicle was reported stuck in water near Roger Avenue, and a tow truck was requested. The roadway near Springfield was found to have pooled water but remained passable and was to be monitored.
Localized flooding making Springfield Avenue hard to pass
Road Closure
Springfield Ave & Romore Pl, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, localized flooding on Springfield Avenue in Cranford near Romore Place, between Nomahegan Park and Dryer Farm, is reported to be potentially impassable to cars. County police and the public works department have been notified.
Road hazard on Springfield Avenue near Cranford
Road Closure
S Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised of a possible road hazard near Springfield Avenue and Cranford Crossing, east between Delaney Park and Water Farm, where the roadway may be potentially impassable.
Car stuck on front lawn after flood crash
Traffic
Roger Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible single-vehicle crash in heavy flooding near Roger Avenue and Central Avenue. A caller reported driving into deep water and ending up on a front lawn, leaving the vehicle with hazards on. No injuries were reported, and the exact address was uncertain.
Partial roadway flooding on Orchard Street
Road Closure
Orchard St, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports possible roadway flooding near Orchard Street in Cranford, with water in the southbound lane but cars still able to pass.
Flooded roadway and bridge near Orchard Street in Cranford
Road Closure
Orchard St, Cranford, NJ 07016
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports flooding near a bridge by a convenience store on Orchard Street, with one lane appearing very deep. Units discussed closing the nearby Centennial area, requesting a truck, and setting up barricades as needed, while noting the road was still passable at that time.
