Case#: 16-77017

Location: Delsea Drive and Oak Road

Date: 12/8/16 @ 0334hrs

Call type: DWI

Arrested: Tony Murray (M-28) Muccio Drive Minotola NJ

Murray was arrested for DWI after officers were dispatched to check out a driver sleeping in his vehicle at the traffic light. Murray was processed and released on the following motor vehicle summonses:

0614-VC-0013244 DWI 39:4-50

0614-VC-0013245 Reckless Driving 39:4-96 

Case#: 16-76094

Location: Main Road/Chestnut Avenue

Date: 12/4/16 @ 0235hrs

Driver #1: Jonathan Jimenez (M-25) Vineland

Driver #2: Allison Udalovas (F-35) Vineland

While investigating a collision involving a car into the woods (case 76089-16) I was approached by Driver #2 who stated she had been struck by a hit and run driver in the area of  South Main Road and Chestnut Ave.

     Driver #2 stated that she was traveling North on South Main Road when vehicle #1 started attempting to pass her but came into the side of her vehicle.  Driver #2 states that Vehicle #1 then sped off rather than stopping.  Driver #2 states she started following vehicle #1 until it crashed on Queens Road.

     Driver #1 stated at the second Collision scene he struck vehicle #2 and panicked so he sped off.  Driver #1 was issued summons at this time for improper passing 39:4-85 summons # 0614-E16-2959, and Leaving the scene of an accident 39:4-129B summons 0614-E16-2960.  Further investigation revealed the registration had expired on vehicle #1 and a summons was issued for this Unregistered Vehicle 39:3-4 summons 0614-E16-2988.

     Driver #2 was issued a subpoena to testify.

Case#: 16-76601

Date: 12/6/16 @ 1244hrs

Location: Lincoln Avenue and Sherman Avenue

Driver #1: Jane Evans-Demore (F-81) Millville

Driver #2: Inga Simkins (F-45) Vineland

Driver #1 stated that she was traveling south on Lincoln Ave when she collided with Driver #2 who was stopped at the traffic light of Lincoln Ave and Sherman Ave facing south bound. Driver #1 stated that she applied her brakes but her vehicle slid due to the wet roadway causing her to collide with the Driver #2's rear bumper. Driver #1 refused medical attention at the scene. Her vehicle sustained extensive damage to the front bumper and was towed from the scene by Giancola Towing.

Driver #2 stated that she was stopped in traffic on S Lincoln Ave and E Sherman Ave facing south bound when Driver #1 collided with the rear bumper of her vehicle. Driver #2 had complaint of pain to her head and was transported to Inspira Health Network by EMS for further evaluation. Driver #2's vehicle sustained minor damage to the rear bumper.

Driver #1 was issued a summons for Careless Driving (0614-E16-002971).

Case#: 16-76665

Location: Delsea Drive and Elmer Road

Date: 12/6/16 @ 1740hrs

Driver #1: Jose Caraballo Jr. (M-20) Vineland

Driver #2: Danine Gonzalez (F-18) Vineland

Driver#1 stated while traveling northbound on S. Delsea Drive he did not see the vehicle in front of him slowing or stopped in traffic.  Driver#1 stated that his vehicle hydroplaned on the wet roadway as he struck Vehicle#2.  Driver#1 claims no injuries while this Officer was on scene.  Vehicle#1 was parked at M&M Music on private property, therefore, Driver#1 made his own arrangements for a tow truck.  Vehicle#1 had heavy front end damage and the front airbag deployed. 

Driver#2 stated that she was traveling northbound on S. Delsea Drive attempting to make a left hand turn into M&M Music.  Driver#2 stated that her vehicle was struck by Vehicle#1 while on the roadway.  Driver#2 claimed no injuries to this Officer while on scene.  Vehicle#2 was also parked on private property after the crash, therefore, she was making arrangements for a tow truck.  Vehicle#2 sustained rear damage during the crash.  

This Officer did not witness this crash.  Driver#1 was issued summons# VC-012850 for careless driving.  Driver#2 was issued a subpoena via mail to testify in court.  It should be noted that prior and during this crash we were receiving heavy rain and wet conditions.    

Case#: 16-76631

Location: Orchard Road and Chestnut Avenue

Date: 12/6/16 @ 1518hrs

Driver #1: Maritza Sanchez (F-45) Vineland

Driver #2: Amber Holloway (F-20) Sickerville NJ

Tuesday, December 06, 2016 I responded to the area of South Orchard Road and West Chestnut Avenue for a two vehicle crash. Upon arriving EMS was already on scene and treating driver one for pain to her neck. I was able to speak with driver one who explained that she was driving her husband’s van which she said she was not familiar with. Driver one explained that she was traveling south on Orchard Road when she noticed vehicle two stopped in the roadway. Driver one stated she applied the brakes to stop the vehicle however, the van began to skid on the wet roadway. Driver one said she was unable to avoid hitting vehicle two from behind.

Upon speaking with driver two she explained that she was traveling south on Orchard Road and had to stop for a school bus which had stopped in the roadway with its flashing lights on.

Driver two explained that while she was stopped, she was hit from behind by driver one. Driver two was also complaining of pain to her head and neck but refused medical treatment from the EMTs. Driver two explained that she was going to drive to the hospital for further treatment.

Vehicle one sustained damage to the front end and was towed from the scene by Joe’s Bug. Vehicle two sustained damage to the rear bumper and was driven from the scene by the owner.

Driver one was issued a Traffic summons for careless driving, E-Ticket 0614-E16-002970.

Case#: 16-76656

Date: 12/6/16 @ 1701hrs

Location: Walnut Road and SW Boulevard

Driver #1: Jessica Bocker (F-28) Vineland

Driver #2: Moises Rodriguez (M-18) Vineland

On 12/06/2016 I was dispatched to the area of West Walnut Road and Southwest Boulevard in regards to a motor vehicle collision with no reported injuries.  Upon my arrival I spoke to Driver #1 who stated the following:  Driver #1 explained she was traveling North on Southwest Boulevard approaching West Walnut Road.  Driver #1 said while traveling, Vehicle #2 was crossing the railroad tracks and did not come to a complete stop.  Driver #1 advised she applied the vehicle brakes, but was unable to stop in time and struck Vehicle #2.  Driver #1 did not have a complaint of pain on scene and EMS was not called to the scene. 

Driver #2 said on scene he was crossing the railroad tracks to make a left turn onto Southwest Boulevard.  Driver #2 advised a vehicle was traveling south, and he believed he had enough time to make the turn.  Driver #2 said while making the left turn, his Vehicle was struck by Vehicle #1.  Driver #2 did not have a complaint of pain on scene. 

Vehicle #1 sustained damage to the front driver side bumper, and was driven from the scene by the Driver.  Vehicle #2 sustained damage to the rear bumper, and was towed from the scene by South Side Towing.

Driver #2 was issued the following summons:
Summons #0614-VC-12276 for Failure to Yield (39:4-144)

Case#: 16-76662

Date: 12/6/16 @ 1722hrs

Location: Grape Street and SE Boulevard

Driver 1: Abel Leon-Beteta (M-19) Vineland

Driver #2: Eloy Cruz-Mendez (M-36) Vineland

   Driver #1 stated he was driving north down S East Blvd approaching the intersection of E Grape St and S East Blvd. Driver #1 stated as he approached the intersection, he hit his brakes however began to slide due to the poor brakes of his vehicle and the wet road conditions.  Driver #1 stated as he slid through the intersection he struck vehicle #2.

    Driver #2 stated he was driving west on E Grape St approaching the intersection of E Grape St and S East Blvd.  Driver #2 stated as he entered the intersection, he was struck by vehicle #1 which had come through the stop sign. 

    Driver #1 claimed no injury.
    Driver #2 and his passenger claimed no injury. 

Vehicle #1 suffered front end damage and was parked to be towed by private tow.
Vehicle #2 suffered front end damage and was driven from the scene. 

    Driver #1 was issued summons # 0614-VC-011989 for 39:4-144

Case#:16-75971

Date: 12/3/16 @ 1408hrs

Location: Chestnut Avenue and 7th Street

Driver #1: Rafael Diaz (M-33) Vineland

Pedestrian: Isidoro Gonzalez (M-29) Vineland

On December 3, 2016, Sgt. Armstrong and I responded to East Chestnut Avenue and South Seventh Street in regards to pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle.

Upon my arrival, I observed a male subject, later identified as Isidoro Gonzalez (Pedestrian), lying on his back in the westbound outside lane of Chestnut Avenue. I observed Gonzalez was bleeding from his face and nose area. Gonzalez was alert and conscious. Gonzalez provided me with his full name and stated he was crossing Chestnut Avenue from the south side to the north side of the road when he was struck by vehicle # 1. I was unable to get further details from the pedestrian because medical personnel were treating him. As a precautionary measure, Gonzalez was transported to Cooper Medical Center by Medevac helicopter for more advanced treatment.

I then spoke with Driver # 1, who stated he was traveling westbound in the outside lane of East Chestnut Avenue approaching the 7th St intersection. Driver # 1 indicated there was another vehicle (vehicle X) also traveling westbound but it was in the inside lane of Chestnut Avenue. Driver #1 stated vehicle X came to a stop and he continued and struck the pedestrian. Driver #1 said he was unable to see the pedestrian crossing because the position of vehicle X obstructed his view of the pedestrian. Vehicle X left the scene prior to my arrival.  

Gonzalez was listed in stable condition at Cooper Hospital Trauma Center.  

Isidoro Gonzalez was issued with traffic summons number 0614-VC-011778, Pedestrian crossing against signal (39:4-32).  

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