Montgomery Police Report DWI Arrests, Theft Investigation and Community Outreach Efforts

March 25, 2026

MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP, NJ — Montgomery Township Police reported a range of incidents over the past two weeks, including multiple driving while intoxicated arrests, a theft investigation, and community outreach efforts focused on student safety.

Police noted that all charges are accusations and individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Community Outreach
On March 11 and 12, detectives from the Montgomery Township Police Department delivered presentations to the freshman class at Montgomery High School on drug awareness and internet safety. Officials said the department remains committed to educating students about the dangers of illicit drug use while also providing guidance on safe and responsible use of social media and online platforms.

Welfare Check
On March 14 at approximately 7:43 a.m., officers responded to Vreeland Drive for a welfare check involving an elderly individual found sitting in a vehicle. Police determined the individual was lost and experiencing cognitive decline. The individual was safely transported to a residence in Pennington and released to family members.

Driving While Intoxicated Arrests
Montgomery Police reported several driving while intoxicated (DWI) arrests during the reporting period:

On March 15, officers responded to Harlingen Road for a vehicle that had entered a ditch. During the investigation, police determined the driver had consumed alcohol prior to operating the vehicle. The individual was arrested and charged with DWI, as well as careless driving, reckless driving, and possession of an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle.
On March 21 at approximately 2:13 a.m., a motor vehicle stop on Route 518 led to another DWI arrest. The driver was charged with DWI along with careless driving, reckless driving, failure to maintain lane, and refusal to submit to breath testing.
Later that same day, at approximately 11:35 p.m., a motor vehicle stop on Route 206 resulted in the arrest of a driver with an active warrant issued by Newark Municipal Court. The individual was processed and released pending a new court date. Additional motor vehicle citations were issued, including speeding, reckless driving, failure to maintain lane, and driving with an expired license.
On March 22 at approximately 12:55 a.m., a motor vehicle stop on Montgomery Road resulted in another DWI arrest. The driver was also charged with careless driving, reckless driving, and failure to maintain lane.

All individuals charged in connection with these incidents were released and are scheduled to appear in Montgomery Municipal Court.

Theft Investigation
On March 17 at approximately 8:47 p.m., police responded to a reported theft at Princeton Fitness and Wellness. Apple AirPods, valued at approximately $249, were reported stolen from a locker. The device was later tracked to an apartment complex in South Brunswick. The Montgomery Police Detective Bureau is actively investigating the incident.

Suspicious Activity Investigation
On March 23 at approximately 4:12 a.m., officers responded to Castleton Road following reports of individuals attempting to open vehicle doors. Upon arrival, police observed a vehicle fleeing the area at a high rate of speed. Despite a search of the surrounding area, the vehicle was not located.

Residents provided surveillance footage showing individuals pulling on car door handles, and additional reports of similar activity were later received. The Detective Bureau is continuing to investigate.

Police are reminding residents to remove valuables from their vehicles and ensure all cars are locked and secured.

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