According to testament released by Roselle Park Police, on September 20th, at 10:24 pm, the Roselle Park Police were called to the 100 block of East Grant Avenue following a call by a witness that stated; two individuals were entering a silver Honda pilot on East Grant Avenue that did not belong to them.
Police say officers located two individuals on a neighboring street that matched the description given by the caller.
Through an investigation, Nasir Williams, 18, of Roselle and Jose Marrero, 18, of Elizabeth were taken into custody.
According to police, Williams and Marrero were processed and released on the following criminal charges; burglary and theft.
As a result of bail reform regulations, both individuals were released pending a future Union County Superior Court.
Police say at 5:03 am, on September 21st, Roselle Park Police responded to the 100 block of East Westfield Ave. following a report that two individuals with masks, were pulling on door handles in an attempt to gain entry to parked motor vehicles in the area. While searching the area, Officer Mastracola and Officer Marino, observed a parked 2015 Mazda with its interior light and two occupants seated inside while parked on Walnut Street.
Through an investigation, it was learned that Nasir Williams and Jose Marrero were inside the vehicle without the owner’s permission.
Both individuals were taken into custody according to police.
Williams and Marrero were both charged with disorderly conduct.
The owner of the vehicle was unavailable at the time of the incident; however, charges for burglary and theft were approved.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Roselle Park Police Department 908-245-2300.
The information provided does not represent the total scope of police activity. Individuals charged as a result of police investigations are merely an accusation.
All defendants should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.