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UPDATED MARCH 7, 2025

 

Editor's Note: We have made the detailed Brooklawn Police Department reports available for September, October, November, and December 2024. As time allows, the remaining reports for 2024 will be released in the upcoming weeks, along with current reports throughout the following year. 

Regarding the delay in publishing the reports below, I continue to edit the articles and write the commentary you read on CNBNews daily by myself. It is something I enjoy doing, though, at times, it can become overwhelming. In the past, the Brooklawn Police, along with the police departments from Bellmawr, Gloucester City, Mt. Ephraim, and Westville, would automatically forward their crime reports and press releases to CNBNews. Unfortunately, that is no longer the standard operating procedure for those agencies. The reports that are published, such as those from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Burlington County Prosecutor's Office, Camden County Prosecutor's Office, Cape May County Prosecutors Office, Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office, Gloucester Township PD, Evesham PD, Harrisonville PD, Winslow PD, and Philadelphia PD, are sent to us directly by those departments or by concerned citizens. If you have a news tip, please forward it to [email protected].

Regarding the crime reports below, it is worth mentioning that all individuals charged with offenses are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 

~William E. Cleary Sr.,  CNBNews Editor

**SEPTEMBER 2024**

**9/3** - Officers investigated a stolen vehicle at the Indigo parking lot. The victim left his car unlocked and running. Surveillance footage identified a black male who stole the vehicle, described as wearing a black hood, gray jacket, light blue jeans, and black and white shoes. The car is in the NCIC database.

**9/7** - Officers responded to Rite Aid for a shoplifting incident involving Janet Ayeboua, 44, of Washington, D.C. She was caught stealing items and fraudulently returning them for store credit. Ayeboua was arrested and released on a summons.

**9/7** - Officers addressed a report of a woman sleeping in the gazebo at Noreg Place. Video evidence showed Stephanie Ruiz, 46, of Brooklawn, urinating in the gazebo. She was charged with disturbing the peace.

**9/8** - Officers responded to Petco, where a black male with short braids and a black female with a ponytail stole seven bags of Purina Pro Plan dog food, valued at approximately $600, and fled in a blue Chrysler Caravan.

**9/8** - Officers located John Drummond, 58, of Bellmawr, and issued him a summons for urinating near a fence.

**9/10** - Two Middle Eastern males made threats at the Indigo Dispensary, stating they came to America "to kill everyone" and left in a silver Dodge Ram. The Camden County Prosecutor's Office Homeland Security Unit and NJSP Statewide Anti-Terrorism and Response Unit have been notified.

**9/12** - An officer spotted a black Dodge Challenger driving erratically on New Broadway, passing other vehicles unsafely and approaching the officer head-on. The officer followed the car into Westville but could not identify its license plate or occupants.

**9/12** - During a motor vehicle stop, officers arrested Chelsea Olson, 28, from Gloucester City, for an active warrant. A search revealed drug paraphernalia in her purse. She was processed, charged with possession, and released on a summons with a pending court date.

**9/12** - Jacob Pennington, 29, from Brooklawn, was stopped for driving with a blown tire. He failed sobriety tests and consented to a breath sample showing a BAC of 0.22%. He was charged with DUI and issued a summons with a pending court date.

**9/12** - David Newcomb, 42, from Gloucester City, was arrested for taking $408.70 in cash from Petco.

**9/15** - Officers responded to a shoplifting incident at Rite Aid. A Black male, described as approximately 5'7" with tattoos, fled with $248.00 worth of items after being confronted.

**9/16** - A white male in his late 30s wearing an orange and black hat shoplifted $100.00 worth of t-shirts from ShopRite and fled on foot.

**9/17** - Officers found Stephen Mass, 61, from Camden, smoking in Memorial Park with an open beer can. He had an active warrant and was charged with alcohol-related violations before being released.

**9/18** - Jamey Hopkins, 49, from Camden, was charged with trespassing after video showed him taking scrap metal from a backyard on 5th Street.

**9/18** - Officers responded to Wawa for a possible shoplifting incident. Richard Catalano, 29, of Long Branch, was found to have four active warrants. A search revealed small amounts of cocaine and other drug paraphernalia. He was arrested, charged, and released with a pending court date.

**9/18** - A victim reported a vehicle burglary on the 200 block of Hannevig Ave. Stolen items included a Michael Kors watch (valued at $100), loose change totaling about $10, and an empty wallet. The victim left the vehicle unlocked around 10 PM and discovered the theft at 4:45 AM.

**9/24** - A victim reported a stolen catalytic converter after parking on the 200 block of 5th Street. He discovered the theft the next day when he noticed a loud noise and found the converter had been removed.

**9/25** - Officers responded to ShopRite for a shoplifting incident. A white male in a blue hoodie attempted to steal $195 worth of Dove products but fled when confronted by Loss Prevention.

**9/28** - A report was made regarding a stolen tricycle, last seen stored behind bushes between the American Legion and the train tracks.

**9/28** - Kyeeth Smith, 33, of Willingboro, was charged with theft after stealing $25 worth of items from Wawa.

**9/30** - A victim at Planet Fitness reported his electric bike was stolen by an unknown male who asked to try it out and then fled towards Route 130 North. The suspect had a goatee and was wearing a green and white hoodie.

**Warrant Arrests:**
- Shawn Richardson, 34, of Clementon
- Timothy Bedford, 62, of Galloway
- George Elmer, 47, of Audubon
- Tara Brooks, 53, of Glassboro
- Ronnie Tarpley, 47, of Westville

**If you have information about these crimes, please contact the Brooklawn Police Department at 856-456-0750 ext. 110. Check our Facebook page for updates and images of suspects. Tips can also be submitted anonymously at 856-456-0750 ext. 112. All individuals are innocent until proven guilty.**

 

**10/2** - Officers responded to Planet Fitness for a theft in the men's locker room where a watch valued at $375.00 was reported stolen. The investigation is ongoing, pending surveillance footage review.

**10/3** - Officers were called to ShopRite about a woman, Michele Babich, 53, soliciting money. She was charged with begging under Borough Ordinance 113-3.

**10/3** - At Planet Fitness, four women reported thefts from the locker room, including one woman's Michael Kors wallet. Surveillance captured a Black female suspect described as wearing pink clothing. The suspect attempted to use a stolen debit card at Walmart in Audubon.

**10/4** - Officers investigated a suspicious vehicle at Carnival Book Store. Frank Fattori, 43, admitted to using meth and PCP. He was arrested for DWI and possession of drugs and paraphernalia. He was released on a summons.

**10/5** - A report of shoplifting at Dollar Tree described a Black male in black clothing leaving on a bike towards ShopRite. Security footage confirmed this.

**10/7** - Officers responded to Wawa for multiple shoplifting incidents. Kyeeth Smith, 33, was charged with shoplifting after his vehicle was identified in security footage.

**10/7** - A theft at Verchio's Produce involved an unknown Black female who ordered food and left without paying. Surveillance captured her vehicle's license plate, and the investigation is ongoing.

**10/7** - Another Wawa theft involved a white female in an orange T-shirt who left with unpaid items. She was seen being picked up by a dark-colored Honda.

**10/9** - At the Rodeway Inn, a victim reported that during her birthday stay, a suspect stole her Samsung Galaxy phone and $220 in cash.

**10/9** - Officers responded to Indigo regarding possible identity impersonation and reported communications from someone claiming to be the complainant.

**10/10** - Officers responded to Rite Aid for a theft report involving a white male in a black sweatshirt and pants, who stole $130 worth of Ensure drinks and was last seen heading toward Wawa. A photo of the suspect is on our Facebook page for identification.

**10/10** - At the Rodeway Inn, a victim reported that her safe with $1,200 to $1,500 was stolen while she was away from her room between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Her Social Security ID and valuable coins were also missing.

**10/13** - During a stop for riding a bicycle without lights, Harry Park, 41, of Westville, was found with two active warrants and two crack pipes. He was processed and released on a summons.

**10/14** - Officers investigated employee theft at Verchio's, where Joanne Gilkey, 45, of Bellmawr, was identified via surveillance removing $116.01 from the cash register. She was arrested and released on a summons.

**10/15** - Surveillance footage from Wawa showed a Black or Hispanic male in an Eagles hoodie stealing a black backpack and a watch from an unlocked vehicle. The suspect drove a silver Chevy.

**10/16** - Officers were called to the Rodeway Inn, where a victim reported that her bag of clothes and New Jersey driver's license were missing.

**10/17** - Two Black males, both in their 40s, stole $61.37 worth of drinks and eggs from Wawa, leaving in a white Mercedes.

**10/18** - A Black male, 20-30 years old, stole two cartons of Newport cigarettes from Wawa and fled in a green minivan. His photo is posted on our Facebook page.

**10/21** - At Wawa, surveillance captured a white male in a black jacket stealing a box of Newport cigarettes worth $126.

**10/21** - Officers found Louie Desik, 42, and Caroline Sanders, 24, sleeping behind Rite Aid. Desik had active warrants, and Sanders was wanted by the Camden County Prosecutor's Office. Both were arrested; Sanders was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and trespassing, while Desik was charged with trespassing. Sanders was taken to the Camden County Jail.

**10/22** - Albert Shumakeris Jr., 40, of Brooklawn, was charged with Disorderly Conduct for facilitating a fight among juveniles.

**10/23** - A theft was reported at the Red Carpet Inn involving the victim's phone and wallet. A Hispanic female named Rose, who spent the night with the victim, is a suspect.

Same day, Warren Willis, 55, of Wenonah, punched a victim during a gym dispute, resulting in serious bodily injury. He faces Aggravated Assault charges.

In another incident at ShopRite, Stephen Brummell, 35, of Pennsville, was charged with shoplifting, and his accomplice Joseph Green, 44, of Sicklerville, was found wanted and charged with Hindering Apprehension.

**10/24** - Three males selling solar services without a permit were identified and cited for violating Borough Ordinance 64-2.

**10/25** - Dino Farnese, 57, of Gloucester City, was arrested for DWI after failing sobriety tests with a BAC of .13%.

**10/26** - Moustapha Ross-Poole, 31, of Camden, was arrested for shoplifting items valued at $172.00 at ShopRite and was already wanted by probation.

Three unknown juveniles shoplifted drinks from Wawa, and vandalism was reported on Community Road involving pumpkins and traffic cones.

**10/27** - A stolen vehicle case was reported involving two Hispanic males who drove away with the victim's running car. The suspects were followed to Camden.

Jacobe Allen, 49, of Lansdowne, PA, was charged with shoplifting cannabis valued at $95.00 from Indigo.

**10/31** - Nicholas Pescatore, 25, of Mt. Ephraim, was charged with disturbing the peace at the baseball field.

**Warrant Arrests:**
- Mealy Rivera, 35, of Camden
- Joannie Studivant, 33, of Lawnside
- Anthony Foster, 39, of Trenton

For information on these incidents, contact the Brooklawn Police Department at 856-456-0750 EXT. 110 or check our Facebook page. Tips can be made anonymously at 856-456-0750 EXT. 112. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

 

**NOVEMBER 2024**

 

**11/3** - Officers responded to Wawa regarding a male and female sleeping in a vehicle. The driver, Kerri Stinger, 43, of Bridgeport, and her passenger, Jahad Watson, 38, of Sicklerville, were arrested. Jahad provided a false name and caused damage at headquarters. Kerri received a summons for drug paraphernalia, while Jahad faced multiple charges and was taken to Camden County Jail.

**11/3** - A victim reported being given $700 in counterfeit money by a man named Marni in exchange for an iPhone 15 near Wawa.

**11/5** - Officers responded to Wawa for a shoplifting incident involving a Black female in her 50s who stole items and fled in a Lexus. The investigation is ongoing, and a photo has been posted on Facebook for identification.

**11/7** - A white female in an orange jumpsuit fled Wawa after shoplifting. The suspect drove a black Nissan with tinted windows.

**11/7** - Kyeeth Smith, 33, of Willingboro, was observed shoplifting at Wawa and issued a summons, as he was identified from prior incidents.

**11/10** - Officers were dispatched to Conoco Gas Station for a gas theft by an unknown Black male in a blue sedan who left without paying.

**11/10** - A Black male shoplifted a 24-pack of Milky Way candy bars from Dollar Tree and fled on foot.

**11/10** - Officers responded to Wawa for juvenile shoplifting. The guardian, Amanda Quintana, 35, of Bellmawr, was advised not to return due to trespassing and charged accordingly.

**11/12** - Officers investigated another gas theft at Conoco, where a driver of a black Hyundai fled after stealing $16 worth of gas.

**11/12** - A bicycle was reported stolen outside ShopRite. Surveillance footage captured a white male in his 30s wearing a gray/black hat...

- **11/12:** A victim reported his $300 skateboard stolen at Dollar Tree. The suspect is a male in his 30s wearing a gray/black hat, green hoodie, gray sweatpants, and red/black shoes.

- **11/12:** Christoph Potts, 36, of Gloucester City, was charged with the theft of a bicycle valued at $550.

- **11/12:** Officers cited Aminah Maloy, 40, of Camden, for illegally dumping trash into a dumpster.

- **11/12:** Kyeeth Smith, 33, of Willingboro, was identified and charged with shoplifting after leaving Wawa in a blue Chevrolet Impala.

- **11/12:** A white female stole approximately $20 worth of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups from Wawa and fled in a white van. A photo has been posted on Facebook for identification.

- **11/13:** Tinisha Moore, 42, of Pine Hill, was arrested and released on a summons for shoplifting at Wawa.

- **11/15:** Monica Roohr, 33, of Camden, was arrested for littering and possession of drug paraphernalia at Wawa.

- **11/16:** Two black males stole items from Wawa and fled in a Ryder tractor trailer. A photo has been posted on Facebook.

- **11/17:** A white male in a green traffic vest stole two cases of Ensure from Rite-Aid, leaving in a silver Dodge Charger. His photo has been posted for identification.

- **11/17:** Stephen Brummell, 35; Kenyhan Green, 46; and Earl Hood, 61, all of Camden, were arrested for shoplifting at Wawa.

- **11/17:** David Zelvis Jr., 34, of Wenonah, was charged with shoplifting after being observed concealing items at Wawa and fleeing in a blue Subaru.

**11/18** - Officers responded to the Rodeway Inn for a theft report. The victim reported $300.00 missing. An investigation is ongoing.

**11/19** - At Wawa, a white male in his 30s shoplifted and fled in a maroon Dodge Challenger. He was later identified as Kobey Evans, 23, of Bellmawr, who turned himself in and was charged with two counts of shoplifting.

Later that day, another shoplifting incident occurred at Wawa. The suspect, Donald Berstler, 44, was identified after investigation and was arrested, charged, and released on a summons.

**11/20** - At Petco, three individuals stole dog food and a litter box worth $570.00 and fled in a gray Ford Explorer. The temporary tag did not match the vehicle. Photos of the suspects were posted on Facebook for identification.

**11/21** - At ShopRite, two suspects provided false identities. Both had active NCIC warrants. Nicholas Supino-Delconte, 39, had drug paraphernalia, and he and Christine Sanfelice, 33, were arrested and remanded to Camden County Jail.

**11/23** - Officers responded to The Empire Sports Bar for a male refusing to pay. Joshua Ambrose, 30, of Marlton, became combative and was arrested for disorderly conduct.

**11/26** - Officers charged Jeffrey Lytle, 64, of Bellmawr, with shoplifting after responding to Wawa.

**11/29** - At Wawa, Carlos Vega, 36, was arrested for shoplifting after he fled on foot. He had a no-bail warrant.

Later that day, an unknown duo in a gray sedan stole $51.01 worth of fuel from Conoco Gas Station.

**Warrant Arrests:**
- Wadiya Johnson, 28, of Philadelphia, PA
- Jovan Williams, 40, of Camden
- Lugo Fernando, 47, of Lawnside
- Earl Davis, 31, of Gloucester City

For information on these crimes, contact the Brooklawn Police Department at 856-456-0750 EXT. 110, or check our Facebook page for suspect photos. Tips can be made anonymously at 856-456-0750 EXT. 112. All individuals are innocent until proven guilty.

 

**DECEMBER 2024**

 

**12/1** - Michele Babich, 53, of Mantua, was charged with a borough ordinance violation for panhandling at the Brooklawn Shopping Center.

**12/3** - Officers investigating a cellphone theft at CSL Plasma arrested Stephen Dunham, 37, of Atlantic City, after he provided a false name. He was found to be a fugitive and charged with hindering apprehension.

**12/4** - Wawa reported shoplifting, involving a Black male and a white female who took items valued at $25. The investigation is ongoing.

**12/5** - Edward Pratt, 57, of Gloucester City, was arrested in the ShopRite parking lot after providing a false name. He had active warrants and was charged with hindering apprehension.

**12/10** - Kyle Lafferty, 28, of Williamstown, was identified as the suspect in a Wawa shoplifting case involving $17 worth of food. He was charged with shoplifting after failing to turn himself in.

**12/11** - William Cleary Jr., 56, of Gloucester City, was found panhandling and arrested for having an active warrant, suspected crystal meth, and drug paraphernalia.

**12/11** - Richard Catalano, 29, of Long Branch, was charged with fourth-degree shoplifting after he was seen taking $222 worth of 5-Hour Energy drinks from Rite Aid.

**12/11** - John Patyk, 50, of Westville, fled police when confronted about panhandling and was charged with obstruction.

**12/12** - Tiffany Stewart, 33, of Camden, was charged with begging after soliciting money and attempting to sell children's clothing at Wawa.

**12/12** - Officers were dispatched to Wawa for a shoplifting report. A male in his mid-30s stole several cans of Red Bull valued at $102.33 and fled in a green Mercury registered to Richard Catalano, 29, of Long Branch, who was later charged with shoplifting.

**12/12** - The victim reported that his wallet and phone were stolen from his unlocked vehicle while he was inside Rite Aid between 2:00 and 3:00 PM. This incident is under investigation.

**12/14** - Officers responded to Wawa regarding an unknown pair of shoplifters. They obtained a photo of the suspects who concealed items in bags. This incident is under investigation.

**12/14** - At ShopRite, officers caught Thomas George, 44, and Denise George, 47, both of Gloucester City, shoplifting merchandise worth $429.01. They were arrested, processed, and released with summonses pending court dates.

**12/14** - Tamera Flynn, 28, of Cherry Hill, was arrested for DWI after failing field sobriety tests while driving erratically. She was processed and released with a pending court date.

**12/17** - William Heath, 64, of Glassboro, was issued a summons for urinating in public after stating he could not reach a bathroom.

**12/17** - A victim reported his Uber driver drove off with his $160 Beats Studio headphones after dropping him off at the Indigo Dispensary. This incident is under investigation.

**12/19** - Officers responded to Wawa for shoplifting involving a white female in a black jacket and a black male in green clothing. They concealed $25 worth of items. Images of the suspects were posted on the department's Facebook page. This incident is under investigation.

**12/22** - A black male wearing a black hoodie and black sweatpants shoplifted items totaling $44.49 from Wawa and fled in a white Acura sedan. His photo and that of the vehicle were posted on the department's Facebook page. This incident is under investigation.

 

**12/23** - Officers responded to Wawa for a report of road rage where a male punched the caller's driver-side mirror. The suspect is described as a light-skinned Hispanic or Black male wearing a green jacket and tan pants. Damage is estimated at $125. The investigation is ongoing.

**12/25** - Officers were called to Empire Sports Bar for a disorderly patron, Ciera Dobson, 38, of Bellmawr. After refusing to cooperate, she was arrested for disorderly conduct and released pending a court date.

**12/26** - Rite Aid reported shoplifting involving a white male, about 5'10", wearing a black North Face jacket and camo pants, who concealed $62 worth of batteries. This incident is under investigation.

**12/27** - Rogelio Santiago, 29, of Camden, was arrested at ShopRite for stealing approximately $75 worth of food items and released with a pending court date.

**12/27** - A report of an attempted vehicle burglary at Westbrook Lanes indicated a smashed driver's side window with nothing missing. The investigation is ongoing.

**12/31** - Ramon Gomez, 33, of Bellmawr, was arrested at Wawa for shoplifting food items and possession of suspected heroin. He was released with a pending court date.

**12/31** - Jennifer McCloskey, 44, of Westville, was arrested for stealing $15 worth of hair coloring products from Rite Aid. She was issued a summons and released.

**12/31** - Officers responded to the Red Carpet Inn for a suspect, Edwin Velez, 45, of Camden, who was chasing someone with a knife. He was arrested for aggravated assault and weapon offenses, then released with a pending court date.

**Warrant Arrests:**
- Michael Zsira, 53, Deptford
- Brittney Phillips, 31, Westville
- Nicholas Strafella, 45, Gloucester City
- Stephanie McVeigh, 49, Northfield
- Sherrea Alexander, 46, Camden
- Davon Goldsboro, 27, Camden
- Karina Pease, 31, West Berlin

The Brooklawn Police Department emphasizes that all individuals are innocent until proven guilty. For any information on these incidents, contact the Brooklawn Police Department at 856-456-0750, EXT. 110. You can also follow us on Facebook for updates and tips, which can be submitted anonymously at 856-456-0750, EXT. 112.

 

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