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Emergency Incidents
Traffic stop for uninsured blue Honda
Traffic
Heather Ln & Cooper Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Cooper Road and Heather Lane involving a blue Honda with a reported suspension for an uninsured motor vehicle.
False alarm at Westfield Road property
Break-In
Westfield Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported partial burglar alarm at a location on Westfield Road. A keyholder was sent to the scene, and an officer later reported there was no issue.
Vehicle break-in reported on North Avenue
Break-In
North Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported vehicle break-in near North Avenue.
Odor of smoke reported inside Peach Street home
Fire
Peach Ct, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a home on Peach Street for a reported odor of smoke inside. The caller reported no visible smoke or fire, only a smoke smell.
Traffic stop at Westerly Avenue and Cook Avenue
Traffic
Cook Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop near Westerly Avenue and Cook Avenue involving a specific vehicle license plate.
Vehicles reported broken into on Algonquin Drive
Break-In
Algonquin Dr, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of a vehicle broken into overnight near Algonquin Drive. One resident reported both her own vehicle and a neighbor’s vehicle were broken into, but the neighbor denied making a report, so officers redirected to speak with the resident at the first address.
Attempted vehicle break-in caught on video
Break-In
Elizabeth Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of someone attempting to enter a vehicle near Elizabeth Avenue. The caller reportedly has video footage of the incident.
Driveway blocked on Forest Road
Traffic
Forest Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible parking issue involving a blocked driveway near Forest Road in Scotch Plains.
Minor parking lot crash, no injuries reported
Traffic
US-22, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported motor vehicle accident with no injuries in a parking lot near Route 22 Eastbound involving a black Nissan and a black Buick.
Group trespasses and uses water at Mountain Avenue home
Break-In
Mountain Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a homeowner’s complaint near Mountain Avenue about several males who reportedly trespassed on the property and may have tapped into water from a nearby construction site. The males reportedly left and returned to a construction site on Myrtle Avenue.
Possible theft from parked vehicle on Jersey Avenue
Theft Report
Jersey Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discussed a possible theft from a vehicle near Jersey Avenue in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, and checked for any follow-up reports related to the incident.
Minor parking lot crash behind Darby Road shops
Traffic
Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible minor vehicle incident in a rear parking lot behind Darby Road near the MBA. No injuries were reported, and the involved vehicles were described as a red Honda and a black Nissan.
Resident reports entry into parked vehicle
Stolen Vehicle
North Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report from a resident near North Avenue about a possible vehicle burglary or theft involving entry into his vehicle.
81-year-old man has difficulty breathing at Carol Place
Medical Emergency
Carol Pl, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a reported medical call for an 81-year-old man having difficulty breathing near Carol Place.
Person with medical emergency near Carol Place
Medical Emergency
Carol Pl, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a residence on Carroll Place in Scotch Plains for a possible medical issue.
Theft from vehicle reported on Hilltop Road
Stolen Vehicle
Hill Top Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible theft from a motor vehicle at a location on Hilltop Road, with the caller unsure what property was taken.
81-year-old priest with back pain at church
Medical Emergency
Westfield Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a church on Westfield Avenue for a reported medical issue involving an 81-year-old male priest with back pain.
Medical emergency reported near Westfield Avenue in Scotch Plains
Medical Emergency
Westfield Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are responding to a possible medical emergency near Westfield Avenue in Scotch Plains, New Jersey.
Theft from parked vehicle on North Avenue
Theft Report
North Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported theft from a motor vehicle near North Avenue. The caller provided information about the incident.