SCOTCH PLAINS POLICE DEPARTMENT
Weekly Blotter
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10/15/2026
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Matthew Boyle, 37 of Scotch Plains, was arrested by Off. Morgan for burglary following an investigation. Boyle was transported to HQ, processed and transported to Essex County Jail.
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10/17/2026
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Scotch Plains officers assisted Watchung Police in the apprehension of two individuals involved in eluding from police in stolen motor vehicle. Subject was turned over to Watchung Police.
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10/18/2026
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A resident of Mountainview Ave. reported criminal mischief to their vehicles. The victims stated their vehicles were keyed causing extensive damage. The incident is currently under investigation.
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10/21/2026
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A resident of Princeton Ave. reported an attempted fraud. The victim stated they received numerous phone calls from individuals, one identifying as an FBI representative, stating their bank accounts were compromised. The victim stated she did not provide any information and proceeded to end the call.
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10/21/2026
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James Gibbons, 37 of Scotch Plains, was arrested by Off. Ceceri for an outstanding warrant out of Woodbridge Municipal Court. Gibbons was transported to HQ, processed and turned over to Woodbridge Police.
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