The Millburn Police Buick Envision Arrest reached a violent climax when a routine warrant check turned into a desperate escape attempt in a crowded mall parking lot.. On February 23, 2025, in Short Hills, New Jersey, 31-year-old Laura E. Godlesky allegedly used her vehicle as a weapon against officers. This case has gone viral because it captures the terrifying transition from a quiet Sunday afternoon to a high-stakes felony arrest involving a massive stash of narcotics.
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Watch: Millburn Police Buick Envision Arrest Caught on Camera
Note: Pay close attention to the timestamp at 00:01:32:00 where the situation escalates as the officer shouts for the driver to “Open the door!” while she begins to accelerate.
Full Story: How the Incident Unfolded
The incident began during a routine patrol by Millburn Police Officer Edmond Neequaye. His patrol vehicle’s technology flagged a red Buick Envision with New Jersey plates. The system linked the vehicle to a driver with an active felony warrant for “eluding” out of Caldwell.
Officers tracked the vehicle to the “J Lot” in front of Neiman Marcus at the Short Hills mall. They watched as Laura Godlesky, dressed entirely in black, exited the mall with a male companion, Kasiff Parrish.
When Officer Neequaye attempted to conduct the Millburn Police Buick Envision Arrest, Godlesky locked herself inside the SUV. She ignored repeated commands to show her license. Instead, she shifted the car into drive.
“Step out! Step out! Look at the ball. Cut it out!” officers screamed as the engine revved. Godlesky accelerated forward, nearly hitting Officer Neequaye and Officer Reid. She then slammed the Buick into reverse, crashing directly into the marked police patrol car.
In a daring move, Officer Neequaye reached through a window and grabbed Godlesky’s foot. He held her leg to prevent her from pressing the gas pedal while he pushed the ignition button to kill the engine. Officers then pulled her from the car and placed her in handcuffs on the pavement.
The Arrest: Charges Against Laura E. Godlesky
The subsequent search of the vehicle and a black bag Godlesky claimed belonged to her boyfriend yielded a massive amount of contraband.
| Charge | Simple Explanation | Potential Penalty (US) |
| 2C:12-1B (1) | Aggravated Assault (Attempting to strike officers with a car) | 5 to 10 Years in Prison |
| 2C:29-2B | Eluding (Attempting to flee police in a vehicle) | 3 to 5 Years in Prison |
| 2C:35-5A(1) | Possession with Intent to Distribute (Cocaine and Heroin) | Varies (Up to 10-20 Years) |
| 2C:17-3A(1) | Criminal Mischief (Ramming the police patrol car) | Up to 18 Months |
| 2C:36-2A | Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Scales and crack pipes) | Up to 6 Months |
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Legal Analysis: Was the Millburn Police Buick Envision Arrest Justified?
Fourth Amendment Check: The initial stop was legally grounded because the officer received a “hit” from a database confirming an active warrant for the driver associated with that vehicle. Under the Fourth Amendment, a valid warrant provides the legal authority to seize a person.
Police Protocol: The officers’ decision to draw weapons was a response to the “show of force” by the suspect. Once Godlesky used the vehicle as a multi-ton weapon by accelerating toward the officers, their use of force to extract her became a matter of immediate public and officer safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Understanding Common Criminal Charges
What is the difference between “Eluding” and “Resisting Arrest”?
Eluding specifically refers to a person in a motor vehicle who ignores a police officer’s signal to stop and attempts to flee.
Resisting Arrest is a broader term that involves using force, threats, or physical prevents (like pulling away or locking doors) to stop an officer from making a lawful arrest.
What does “Possession with Intent to Distribute” actually mean?
This charge is used when a person is caught with illegal drugs (CDS) along with items that suggest they plan to sell them.
Evidence often includes large quantities of drugs, digital scales, packaging materials like “folds” or vials, and significant amounts of cash.
Can you be charged with “Aggravated Assault” if no one was actually hit?
Yes. In many jurisdictions, attempting to cause serious bodily injury—such as driving a vehicle toward someone to scare or hit them—is enough to qualify as Aggravated Assault.
The law focuses on the “attempt” and the “deadly” nature of the weapon used (in this case, a car).
What is “Criminal Mischief” in a police context?
Criminal Mischief generally refers to the intentional or reckless damaging of someone else’s property.
If a suspect intentionally rams their car into a marked patrol vehicle during a chase, they can be charged with this for the damage caused to the government property.
What is “Drug Paraphernalia” and why is it a separate charge?
Paraphernalia includes any equipment used to consume, pack, or manufacture drugs.
Common examples include “crack pipes,” empty glass vials, heroin folds, or scales used for weighing product. Even if no drugs are found, possessing these items for illegal use is often a crime.
Conclusion & Current Status
Following the Millburn Police Buick Envision Arrest, Godlesky was processed at Millburn Police Headquarters. A secondary search by a female officer discovered two additional crack pipes hidden in her chest area.
She has been transported to the Essex County Correctional Facility, where she is currently lodged pending a court appearance. All charges were filed on a warrant, signaling the severity of the incident.
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Disclaimer: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This report is based on official police records.
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