Special Crime Alert
Two Plainfield residents were arrested by the Scotch Plains Police in connection with the robbery and shooting of a Township man on 3 February 2012, according to Chief Brian Mahoney. At approximately 10:00 a.m. on Friday 3 February 2012, the Scotch Plains Police received a 911 call from a resident on Emil Place stating that he was robbed at gun point inside his residence and during the robbery he was shot. Upon arrival, officers from the Scotch Plains Police found the victim, a 19 year old male, with a gun shot to his leg. The victim stated that he was home with a relative when two males knocked on the back door, when they opened the door the two males entered the house and demanded a phone. The actors then began to ransack a part of the residence. After taking the phone and attempting to remove other electronics, one of the actors produced a handgun, pointed at the victim and fired one shot into his leg. Both actors then fled the scene. Fanwood Rescue Squad responded and transported the victim to Overlook hospital. He was treated and released. The Scotch Plains Police Detective Bureau responded to the scene. After interviewing several people and collecting evidence, arrest warrants were issued for the suspects.
Alquan Green Age 18 of West 6th St. Plainfield N.J. was arrested in Plainfield on 5 February 2012 at approximately 6:30 p.m. according to Chief Mahoney. Green was transported to Scotch Plains where he was processed and charged with Robbery in the first degree, Aggravated Assault in the second degree and multiple weapons offenses. Green was processed and then transported to the Union County Jail in lieu of bail that was set by the Scotch Plains Municipal Court Judge at $140,000. Mr. Green is scheduled to appear in the Union County Superior Court on 10 February 2012. Green was identified as the shooter during the Robbery.
Charles Darby Age 18 of East 9th St. Plainfield N.J. was arrested in Plainfield on 7 February 2012 at approximately 12:30 a.m. Chief Mahoney stated. Darby was transported to Scotch Plains where he was processed and charged with Robbery in the first degree and multiple weapons offenses. Darby was processed and then transported to the Union County jail in lieu of bail set by the Scotch Plains Municipal Court Judge at $100,000. Mr. Darby is scheduled to appear in the Union County Superior Court on 10 February 2012. 
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Security Tips
1. Keep all doors and windows closed and securely fastened. An open window or door is an open invitation for burglars. Thieves are also quick to spot weak locks that may be easily forced open. Doors should have deadbolt locks with a one inch throw and reinforced strike plate with three inch screws. All windows should have window locks.
2. Secure sliding glass doors. Place a metal rod or piece of plywood in the track and install vertical bolts. These will help prevent burglars from forcing the door open or lifting it off the track.
3. Always lock the door to an attached garage. Do not rely on your automatic garage door opener for security.
4. Create the illusion that you are home by using timers on lights, radios and TV's. Making your residence appear occupied, even when no one is home, will deter criminals.
5. Keep the perimeter of your home well lighted. Installing low voltage outdoor lighting is a cost-effective way to discourage intruders, as well as highlight a house.
6. Never leave clues that you are away on a trip. Have a trusted neighbor collect mail and newspapers while you are away so delivered items do not accumulate.
7. Keep shrubbery trimmed away from entrances and walkways.
