Crime & Safety

Police Searching for Alleged Grinch-Like Thief

Police said victim reported $500 worth of gifts stolen.

are investigating an alleged car burglary where a White Birch Terrace resident reported that someone had entered her vehicle and taken several bags of Christmas gifts left on her back seat.

According to police, the victim reported the incident on Monday at 6 p.m., though she told police the incident occurred on Dec. 12.

According to police, the victim said she noticed the gifts–valued at $500 total–were gone on Dec. 13. The gifts included various coats, police said.

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Police are asking anyone with information to contact the detective bureau at 973-838-5400.


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