Crime Blotter: March - April 2026

 

                                

                                 March - April 2026 Fanwood Police Department Crime Blotter

March 29th, 2026, 17:52 PM

Officers respond to Fanwood Liquor (61 South Avenue) for a report of shoplifting. Upon arrival, patrol units spoke with store staff who stated an unknown male stole several alcoholic beverages worth about $20.00 and fled the store.

March 24th, 2026, 13:39 PM

Officers responded to a private residence in the Northwest section of town for a reported overdose. Upon arrival, they located a 47-year-old female unconscious. Officers administered two doses of Narcan. She was later transported to an area hospital.

March 22nd, 2026, 14:55 PM

Christina Yanchalema, of Plainfield, was arrested following a motor vehicle stop after it was determined that she had a $750.00 warrant issued by the Readington Township Municipal Court. Yanchalema was placed under arrest, processed, and then turned over to the Readington Township Police Department.

March 18th, 2026, 01:18 AM

Arthur Anwander, of Fanwood, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated after a roadside investigation by patrol units. Anwander was placed under arrest, processed, and released to a responsible party. He was charged with various motor vehicle violations and given a mandatory court date. 

March 3rd, 2026, 20:10 PM

Patrol Officers conducted a motor vehicle stop in the area of Terrill Road and East Second Street. The officer confirmed an active warrant for the driver. Berthony Excellent, a 35-year-old Maplewood resident, was arrested on an outstanding traffic warrant from the Watchung Municipal Court. Excellent was , processed and then released on his own recognizance with a new court date to appear.