In a bizarre traffic stop that quickly escalated into a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) investigation, officers from the Interlaken Police Department in New Jersey found themselves dealing with confused stories and religious artifacts. On the night of January 26, 2024, Officer Jenifer Velasquez and Officer Michael Della Ragione stopped a black 2022 Land Rover SUV … Read more

LOCH ARBOUR, NJ – A routine noise complaint near the beach turned into a chaotic struggle between police and a defiant driver on the night of November 4, 2023. Officers from the Loch Arbour Police Department responded to reports of a vehicle blasting music, only to find a woman passed out behind the wheel. The … Read more

On November 1, 2023, officers from the Deal Police Department in New Jersey initiated a traffic stop that quickly escalated into a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) investigation. The incident occurred in the early morning hours on Norwood Avenue when an officer noticed a vehicle behaving erratically. The driver, identified as Amanda L. Addotta, was pulled … Read more

In a shocking display of disregard for public safety and police warnings, a 55-year-old woman was arrested for driving while intoxicated in Highlands, New Jersey, just hours after officers had visited her home for a separate incident. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of March 31, 2024, involving the Highlands Police Department. This … Read more

In the early morning hours of February 21, 2025, a routine traffic stop in Red Bank, New Jersey, escalated into a significant Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) investigation. Officer Grace Maggiulli of the Red Bank Police Department initiated a stop after observing a vehicle driving erratically through downtown streets. What began as a conversation about a … Read more

On the early morning of June 7, 2025, the quiet streets of Highlands, New Jersey, were shattered by the wail of sirens and the blare of a car horn during a tense standoff that is now capturing public attention. What began as a routine traffic stop for a driver running red lights quickly spiraled into … Read more

Is a DUI a felony? This is the first question that races through your mind when you see those flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror. The short answer is: it depends. While most first-time offenses are misdemeanors, specific factors can instantly upgrade the charge. The answer isn’t a simple “yes” or “no.” It depends … Read more