Maplewood Police arrested a 15-year-old Maplewood boy in a case of aggravated assault on Monday. At around 5 p.m., the boy was walking on Oakland Road near Courter Avenue when he allegedly pointed what was believed to be a handgun at another teen, a 16-year-old Maplewood resident, said police.
The 16-year-old ran from the scene, and the 15-year-old was identified by the Youth Aid Bureau, police said. He was arrested on Tuesday, charged with aggravated assault and weapons offenses and transported to the Essex County Youth House. Police said they recovered a BB gun. The 15-year-old was uninjured, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing, said police.
Here is the rest of this week’s blotter, from Sgt. Christopher Black:
October 28, 2015; Theft; During the daytime hours a residence on the 500 block of Irvington Ave was entered. Electronics and jewelry were reportedly stolen from the home.
October 29, 2015; Robbery; At approximately 5 PM, a 14 year old male was walking on Prospect St when he was approached by three teenage males. One of the males asked him if he had any money. When he told the suspect he did not the male asked for his shoes. The victim gave the suspect a pair of old shoe he had in his backpack and the three males fled on foot. The incident was reported several hours later. The victim was uninjured. No weapon was shown or implied. The incident is currently under investigation.
October 31, 2015; Burglary; At approximately 4:30 AM a male smashed the front door of East Wok on Springfield Ave and stole the tip jar from inside.
October 31, 2015; Bicycle Theft; A bicycle left unsecured in front of Columbia High School was stolen some time during the day.
The Maplewood Police Department works hard to protect the residents and their property. We are asking that you assist us in this effort by making sure all vehicles and homes are properly secured at all times. Thank you
