Crime & Safety

Warrant Issued for Sayreville Man After Alleged Car Burglary

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

Marlboro Township police issued a warrant this week for Jose Lopez, 32 of Sayreville for the alleged attempted burglary of a minivan on Union Hill Road.

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 this week, due to outstanding charges and the fear that Lopez was a flight risk, according to county records.

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Lopez is currently in Monmouth County Jail on over $72,000 bail.

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