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FTPD Police Blotter 08/03/2025 to 08/09/2025

Post Date:08/28/2025 11:00 AM

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08/03/2025

Todd Ramsey, 37, of Somerset, NJ was arrested for an outstanding warrant out of Long Branch, NJ during a motor vehicle stop. Ramsey was processed and released after posting bail. “NOTE: We are required by the Rules of Court to include herein a statement explaining that the charges are merely an accusation, and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”

A business located in the area of Rt. 27 was the victim of a shoplifting on 08/02/25. An unknown male exited the store without paying for merchandise valued at $672.00.

08/04/2025

A Somerset, NJ resident was the victim of a burglary in the area of Oliver St. during the morning hours. A witness observed an unknown Hispanic male inside the victim’s unlocked vehicle. The vehicle was rummaged through but nothing of value was taken. The suspect fled the area on foot.

A business located in the area of Somerset St. was the victim of a shoplifting during the morning hours. A black male was observed on surveillance exiting the store without paying for merchandise valued at $272.00. The suspect fled the area on a bicycle. The suspect has been identified.

Jamyl A. Knight, 34, of Somerset, NJ was arrested for outstanding warrants out of various jurisdictions during a welfare check. Knight was processed and turned over to the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office. “NOTE: We are required by the Rules of Court to include herein a statement explaining that the charges are merely an accusation, and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”

A Somerset, NJ resident was the victim of a burglary and theft on 07/27/25 in the area of Crown Rd. The victim observed an unknown male running away from his vehicle. The suspect had entered the unlocked vehicle and stole property valued at $600.00.

08/05/2025

Wayne C. Banner, 59, of Somerset, NJ was arrested for shoplifting during an investigation at a business located in the area of Somerset St. A patrol officer observed Banner exit the store without paying for merchandise valued at $7.00. Banner was processed and released on a summons. “NOTE: We are required by the Rules of Court to include herein a statement explaining that the charges are merely an accusation, and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”

08/06/2025

A Somerset, NJ resident was the victim of a theft on 08/05/25. The unknown suspect(s) withdrew $1,227.00 from her Zelle account.

Jonathan F. Flynn, 39, of Highlands, NJ was arrested by Hazlet PD for an outstanding warrant out of our jurisdiction. The FTPD took custody of Flynn and transported him to the Somerset County Jail after he was processed. “NOTE: We are required by the Rules of Court to include herein a statement explaining that the charges are merely an accusation, and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”

A Somerset, NJ resident was the victim of a theft on 02/03/25 in the area of Easton Ave. The unknown suspect(s) stole one of the victim’s license plates. The plate was entered stolen into a national database.

08/07/2025

A Somerset, NJ resident was the victim of theft by deception on 06/18/25. The victim met the unknown suspect online before sending her $4,015.00 via Zelle for investment purposes. Once the suspect received the funds for the investments she ceased communication with the victim.

A Somerset, NJ resident was the victim of a burglary and criminal mischief in the area of Hamilton St. during the overnight hours. The unknown suspect(s) broke the victim’s window vent to gain entry into her vehicle. The vehicle was rummaged through but nothing of value was taken. The window vent was valued at $50.00.

08/08/2025

Adrienne S. Larocco, 45, of Spotswood, NJ was arrested for shoplifting during an investigation at a business located in the area of Somerset St. Patrol located Larocco after it was reported that she exited the store without paying for merchandise valued at $2.00. Larocco was processed and released on a summons. “NOTE: We are required by the Rules of Court to include herein a statement explaining that the charges are merely an accusation, and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”

08/09/2025

Scarllyn Ruiz Matos, 31, of Somerset, NJ was arrested for an outstanding warrant out of East Brunswick, NJ during a motor vehicle stop. Matos was processed and released after posting bail. “NOTE: We are required by the Rules of Court to include herein a statement explaining that the charges are merely an accusation, and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”

A Somerset, NJ resident was the victim of a theft on 08/06/25 in the area of Holland Dr. The unknown suspect(s) stole the victim’s disability card while it was out for delivery. The suspect proceeded to withdraw $1,895.00 from the account.

 

 

 

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