Full Notification

On November 25^th, our victim listed an iPhone for sale on the app “Letgo”, and was contacted by the suspect, who showed interest in buying the phone.

The two arranged to meet in the parking lot of a business on Route 1 at 10pm on November 28^th.

The suspect arrived on foot, and after discussing terms, the suspect asked to see the phone, so he could make sure it was working properly. After being handed the phone and checking it, the suspect fled on foot with the iPhone.

The victim then reported the theft to police, and, after an investigation by Detective Brady Shelcusky, the suspect was identified and charged with the theft. The phone was recovered.

The South Brunswick Police Department would like to remind our residents that we have set up a Safe Exchange Zone in front of our headquarters, located at 540 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction. This area is available for use by anyone buying or selling items through an online site or app. Some additional safety suggestions include:

• Be careful if you receive messages from someone who is not local to your area, especially if they claim to be overseas.
• If not using the Police Department’s Safe Exchange Zone, plan to meet in a busy, public place, like a cafe or bank lobby, and meet during the day.
• Bring a friend with you, especially if the item you’ve arranged to purchase or sell is high in value.
• Only accept cash.
• Trust your gut if anything raises a red flag, such as if someone insists you come alone, changes the meeting place at the last minute, or refuses to meet in a public space.