Narcotics
On Jan. 26 at 10:24 a.m., Medford Police conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route 70 at Haynes Creek Lane on a 2002 Ford Van for the passenger failing to wear a seatbelt.
A subsequent investigation revealed the initial driver of the vehicle was hiding in the rear of the vehicle and the passenger was now in the driver seat. While further speaking with the occupants, the odor of raw marijuana was detected coming from the interior of the vehicle.
A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed a grinder in the center console with marijuana residue, two clear baggies of marijuana, and a glass smoking bong in the glove box. A prescription bottle was also located with additional marijuana residue. The two men were arrested and charged with possession of CDS under 50 grams.
Additionally, the original driver was charged with driving while suspended, unlicensed driver and possession of CDS in a motor vehicle.
His passenger was additionally charged with possession of CDS paraphernalia, failure to make disposition, failure to wear a seatbelt, failure to inspect a motor vehicle, failure to change address and possession of CDS in a motor vehicle.
They were both charged and released pending a court appearance with the Medford Township Municipal Court.
Motor Vehicle Accident
On Jan. 26 at 2:10 p.m., Medford Police, Medford EMS and Medford Fire
Department were dispatched to Route 70 and Medford-Mt. Holly Road for a motor vehicle accident with injuries.
Investigation revealed that a woman was operating a 2013 Hyundai Sonata, making a left onto Medford-Mt Holly Road from Route 70 eastbound when her vehicle was struck by a man, who was operating a 2013 Toyota Tundra, traveling westbound on Route 70. The woman had a complaint of pain in her lower back and was transported to Virtua Marlton by Medford EMS for evaluation.
The man had a complaint of pain in his chest and was transported to Virtua Mt. Holly by Medford EMS for evaluation.
The crash is under investigation by the Medford Township Police Department.
Structure Collapse
On Jan. 23 at 12:07 p.m., Medford Police and Fire Department were dispatched to 10 Tidswell Avenue for a report of a structural collapse of a building.
An unoccupied warehouse on the property sustained a complete roof and partial structural collapse ostensibly caused by heavy snow and high winds. The collapse caused a gas leak, which was shut off by a South Jersey Gas emergency crew.
There was no one inside the building and no one was injured. The building has been deemed unsafe for entry until further investigation is completed by the Medford Township Building Inspector.
