Ponzi Schemes, Bank Thefts, Unconscious Couple Covered in Feces This Week

The usually quiet town of Glen Rock was rocked this week with scandals and strange incidents. 

U.S. Attorney Paul Fishman on Tuesday arrested 39-year-old George Sepero, of Glen Rock, on that defrauded investors out of $3.5 million. Authorities claim Sepero, along with partner Carmelo Provenzano, used the money to fund a luxurious lifestyle.

At around midnight Thursday, police found a couple parked in a Maple Avenue lawn with the engine running. Glen Rock Police claim 25-year-old Christina Imperato, of Washington Township, and her passenger, 32-year-old Julius Lovelace,. The pair were free on bail after their alleged role in the death of a 31-year-old Guatemalan immigrant in September.

Three ex-bank employees of Glen Rock Savings Bank were over the course of a year.

Other stories this week:

Glen Rock

, the grassroots organization with aims to transform Faber Field into a solid athletic complex, provided an update to the mayor and council on its upcoming 2012 efforts.

Juan Mejia, an expert bike mechanic, , Carrera Cycles, sometime this winter on Rock Road. Expect a family affair when Mejia opens the full service shop.

Schools and police are warning that the  in Ridgewood, Glen Rock and other towns, . Sacham Achian, had been charged with a dozen counts related to the alleged incidents over October and November.

Ridgewood

The village's health department has . The department is working to exterminate the furry creatures and there have been no reported health issues with the vermin present, officials said.

A Tuesday, prompting the response of police and fire as well as the county HAZMAT squad. One woman fell on her butt but refused medical attention, police said.

The village and small business owners previously barred from opening in Ridgewood are celebrating the move.

A in which a driver attempted to sneak by the vehicle as it was clearing leaves and debris from Marshall St.

Police say a pedestrian fled a potential pedestrian strike, though . The driver was charged for driving with a suspended driver's license.

*The former Bernie Madoff employee , had his so he could continue working with the government. Eric Lipkin pleaded guilty to six charges in June and could face up to 70 years in prison.