Crime & Safety

Minivan Theft Yields Indictment in Marlboro

Jose Lopez allegedly attempted to steal a car form the Union Hill Road commuter lot last year.

A Monmouth County jury has indicted Jose Lopez, 33 of Sayreville for the alleged attempted theft of a parked minivan in Marlboro.

Lopez allegedly broke into the minivan on Sept. 26, parked in the Union Hill Road commuter lot, damaging the steering column and ignition. The break-in caused $500 worth of damage to the car.

A warrant was issued for Lopez's arrest in January, due to outstanding charges and the fear that Lopez was a flight risk, according to county records.

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Lopez is charged with one count of burglary and one count of the attempted theft of movable property.

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