VOORHEES TWP. NJ 11/23/16: at 11:46 pm, Voorhees Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Van Buren Road for an apartment building fire. Arriving Officers arrived and assisted with evacuating numerous residents from all three floors of the residential complex. As police secured a perimeter, the fire was suppressed by the Voorhees Fire District along with mutual aid from surrounding jurisdictions. As a result, numerous surrounding apartments received smoke and water damage.
Initial reports indicate that a total of (9) families have been displaced until Township Engineers can determine the structural integrity of the building and utilities restored. The Red Cross and building management are working to provide placement for (3) families at a nearby hotel. The Red Cross confirmed the remaining families were able to find temporary shelter with nearby relatives. The cause and origin of the fire is still under investigation. There were no reported injuries to residents nor emergency personnel. If you would like to donate to assist these families, please contact the Red Cross at 1-800-507-6058.
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For more information about this fire, please contact Captain Carmen Del Palazzo.
Contact: Captain Carmen Del Palazzo PIO
Telephone: 856-882-1134
Email: cdelpalazzo@vtpd.com
VOORHEES TWP. NJ 10/26/16, the Voorhees Police Department announces the arrest of Keir Howard (27) from the unit block of Maynard Drive, Sicklerville NJ. Officers were detailed to the 1200 block of Maple Avenue for a burglary in-progress. Camden County Central Communications advised that an alert neighbor called 911 while observing Mr. Howard attempting to gain entry through a rear window of a residential home. Officers were able to locate Mr. Howard fleeing from the scene. Mr. Howard was charged with Burglary and Possession of a hypodermic syringe. This matter is pending in Superior Court, Camden, New Jersey.
Residents are reminded to be vigilant and report ALL suspicious activity.
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For more information about this arrest, please contact Captain Carmen Del Palazzo.
Contact: Captain Carmen Del Palazzo PIO
Telephone: 856-882-1134
Email: cdelpalazzo@vtpd.com
Residential Burglary Arrest
VOORHEES TWP. NJ 10/26/16, the Voorhees Police Department announces the arrest of Joseph Kunz (39) from the 100 block of East Park Avenue, Lindenwold NJ for a forced entry residential burglary, theft and criminal mischief. Officers were detailed to the scene of a burglary on the 100 block of Passaic Avenue, back on August 30th, 2016. The arrest was the result of a thorough and lengthy investigation conducted by the Voorhees Criminal Investigations Bureau as well as assistance from the Cherry Hill Police Department. Mr. Kunz was remanded to the Camden County Correctional facility in lieu of bail. This matter is pending in Superior Court, Camden, New Jersey. The investigation is still ongoing.
Residents are reminded to be vigilant and report ALL suspicious activity.
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For more information about this arrest, please contact Captain Carmen Del Palazzo.
Contact: Captain Carmen Del Palazzo PIO
Telephone: 856-882-1134
Email: cdelpalazzo@vtpd.com
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
Contact: Lt. William D. Walsh
Voorhees Police Department Helps Promote Annual
“Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day”
VOORHEES — Motorists in New Jersey and throughout the nation are asked to join a day-long effort on October 10, 2016, designed to increase awareness about safe driving behaviors and keep the State’s roadways fatality free for one-day.
Known as Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day, the national initiative was designed to unite the country in moving toward zero fatalities for one full day by encouraging motorists to obey all traffic laws, including buckling up, every ride; driving the posted speed limit; avoiding distractions while driving; and always being safe and sober behind the wheel. Our goal is to experience a day when all roadway users are extra vigilant and there are no fatalities on our roadways.
To support this effort, the Voorhees Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting pro-active patrols in motor vehicle crash hotspots throughout Voorhees Township.
Last year in New Jersey, 562 individuals lost their lives in motor vehicle-related crashes, up from 556 in 2015. Pedestrian fatalities increased from 168 in 2014 to 173 in 2015. The 2015 number represents 30% of all crashes while nationally pedestrian fatalities are at 15%. Statewide law enforcement agencies will be utilizing their variable message boards and conducting educational activities to raise public awareness regarding this issue during the week of October 3rd ending with “Brakes on Fatalities Day on October 10th.
Additional information on the “Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day” is available by logging on to www.brakesonfatalities.org. Be sure to also follow us on Facebook, Twitter (@VoorheesPolice), and other social media platforms including our website, www.vtpd.com.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
TITLE: School Traffic Guard
DEPARTMENT: Voorhees Police Department
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must pass medical examination including hearing and vision tests.
Must successfully complete background check.
Submit resume and letter of interest to Lt. William Walsh at:
or
Drop documents off:
Voorhees Police Administration Building
Attention: Lt. William D. Walsh
1180 White Horse Road
Voorhees, NJ 08043
