Cranford Police Arrest Blotter
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.
10/06/2022 @ 2123 hours – North Avenue East at Elizabeth Avenue
Arrested:
Francisco Fernandez, 37, Jersey City, NJ
Arrested by:
Patrolman Christopher Folinusz
Charges:
Possession of CDS Methamphetamine, Possession of Prescription Legend Drugs, Possession of Intoxicating Chemicals, Possession of CDS Paraphernalia, Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
Remarks:
On 10/06/2022 at approximately 2123 hours, a 2008 Silver Nissan was stopped on North Avenue at Elizabeth Avenue for multiple motor vehicle violations. Subsequent to an investigation, Officer Christopher Folinusz arrested the driver, Francisco Fernandez of Jersey City, New Jersey, for Possession of CDS Methamphetamine, Possession of Prescription Legend Drugs, Possession of Intoxicating Chemicals, Possession of CDS Paraphernalia, and Possession of a Prohibited Weapon. Fernandez was processed and provided a Superior Court Appearance Date. In addition, he was issued motor vehicle summonses for possession of CDS in a motor vehicle, driving while suspended, failure to have a driver’s license, and improper safety glass, and failure to maintain lamps.
10/21/2022 @ 2041 hours – 200 Block of South Avenue East
Arrested:
Michael Scalici, 33, Nutley NJ
Arrested by:
Patrolman Liam Duffy
Charges:
Shoplifting, Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
Remarks:
On 10/21/2022 at approximately 2041 hours, police were dispatched to a business located on the 200 Block of South Avenue East for a shoplifting in progress. Subsequent to an investigation, Officer Liam Duffy arrested Michael Scalici of Nutley New Jersey for shoplifting and possession of a prohibited weapon. Scalici was processed and provided a Superior Court Appearance Date.
10/30/2022 @ 0635 hours – First Block of Elizabeth Avenue
Arrested:
David Strober, 38, Cranford NJ
Arrested by:
Officer Kelly Rieder
Charges:
Defiant Trespass
Remarks:
On 10/30/2022 at approximately 0635 hours, police were dispatched to an Elizabeth Avenue residence on a report of a trespasser in the property. Subsequent to an investigation, Officer Kelly Rieder arrested David Strober of Cranford for defiant trespassing. He was processed and provided a Superior Court Appearance Date.
10/31/2022 @ 0902 hours – Centennial Avenue at Elm Street
Arrested:
Andrew Szlasa, 20, Waverly NY; Sidney Oliverhollis, 23, East Orange NJ
Arrested by:
Officer Gianna Ricerca
Charges:
Possession of CDS Paraphernalia
Remarks :
On 10/31/2022 at approximately 0902 hours, a Gray 2002 Honda was stopped on Centennial Avenue at Elm Street for multiple motor vehicle violations. Subsequent to an investigation, Officer Gianna Ricerca arrested the driver, Andrew Szlasa of Waverly NY, and the passenger, Sidney Oliverhollis of East Orange NJ, for possession of CDS paraphernalia (crack-pipe). Szlasa and Oliverhollis were processed and provided a Superior Court Appearance Date. In addition, Szlasa was issued motor vehicle summonses for using a cell phone, improper mirrors, and failure to observe a traffic signal. Oliverhollis was issued a motor vehicle summons for failing to wear a seatbelt.
Detective Lieutenant Matthew R. Nazzaro (908) 709-4313
Cranford Police Department m-nazzaro@cranfordnj.org
8 Springfield Avenue
Cranford, NJ 07016