Police blotter
The following items are based on information from police, unless otherwise noted:
PLAINSBORO
Drug Arrest: Daquan Mayer, 21, of Trenton, was recently arrested in Plainsboro after being found in alleged possession of marijuana. About 11:10 p.m. Sept. 29, a Plainsboro patrol officer stopped a 1997 tan Nissan Altima on Scudders Mill Road for maintenance of lamps. The police investigation revealed that the driver, identified as Mayer, was in alleged possession of marijuana. Mayer, a security guard by occupation, was arrested and transported to Plainsboro Township Police Headquarters for processing. Mayer was issued a summons for maintenance of lamps and released pending a mandatory court date at the Plainsboro Municipal Court.
Alleged Drunk Driving: Phema S. Woodson, 23, of Hamilton, was recently arrested on drunken driving charges. About 11:30 p.m. Sept. 29, a Plainsboro patrol officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route 1 South of a black 2014 Honda Accord near Harrison Street. The suspect vehicle was observed speeding 85 mph in a 55 mph zone. Upon further investigation, police determined the driver, identified as Woodson, was under the influence of alcohol and brought her into custody. The driver was transported back to police headquarters to be processed. Woodson, a nursing assistant by occupation, was issued traffic summonses charging her with driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, careless driving, speeding, improper passing and failure to maintain lane. The driver was later released into the custody of a family member.
House Party Busted: On the evening of Sept. 29, police were called to the area of Parker Road for a underage male that was vomiting profusely and unresponsive. It was discovered that the individual was at a house party on Parker Road and had consumed several alcoholic beverages. The owners of the home in which that party was being held were present at the time. The underage intoxicated male was transported to University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro for treatment. The owner of the home in which the party took place was issued two township summonses for providing alcohol to minors and creating a general nuisance. All other underage party goers were turned over to their parents with no additional charges.
Burglary: On the evening of Sept. 30, one unoccupied home on Woodland Drive was burglarized. The home had a second story window screen ripped out and a window that was left unlocked was pulled completely open. Through investigation, police determined that entry was made into the residence at this location with several pieces of jewelry as well as an unknown amount of currency being subsequently taken. Additionally, the home had several bedrooms ransacked and items broken in the commission of the crime. The total value of loss to the victim is yet to be determined at this time. The incident is currently under investigation.
NEWARK
Troopers Rescue Dog: New Jersey State Police on Thursday responded to the report of two dogs on the shoulder of Interstate 280 in Newark. Interstate 280 is a busy roadway during rush hour, especially in the Newark area. So, the responding troopers were greatly concerned about the safety of these animals. When they arrived, they searched the area and discovered a female German shepherd lying next to a pit bull. Sadly, the troops discovered that the pit bull was deceased. With no owner in sight, they knew they had to get the shepherd off the highway, but she did not want to leave the other dog’s side. They eventually were able to get her out of harm’s way and into the back of a troop car. Unfortunately, neither dog had a collar or any other identifiers, so the troops decided to take her back to State Police Totowa Station. They gave her water and maybe, just maybe, played a quick game of fetch. Exactly how the dogs ended up on the side of the highway remains under investigation. New Jersey State Police in a Facebook post said the agency is “deeply saddened” by the passing of the other dog but elated they were were able to rescue the German shepherd.
A local animal rescue shelter was contacted and took possession of the shepherd.