On February 4th, 2026 at approximately 4:26 AM, the Cranford Police Department responded to a Beech Street residence on the report of a residential burglary in progress. Entry was gained by at least one male suspect while another suspect waited outside the home. The resident confronted the suspect and, after a brief struggle, the suspect fled the home.
Entry was made by the suspect through a first-floor window, which was damaged by the suspects during this burglary.
Investigating officers reported that a white mid-size SUV was seen in the area immediately before and after this event. Residents in this area of town are asked to check their doorbell and surveillance footage for any video that may be relevant to this investigation.
As high-end vehicles remain targeted by thieves during these incidents, residents are encouraged to be vigilant in locking not only their vehicles but also ensuring that their homes are secured during overnight hours. Please continue to remove keyfobs from your vehicles when they are parked. Also, check that your security cameras are operational.
Car thieves enter and exit the Township quickly and have shown little regard for safety when fleeing. There has been a recent influx in these burglaries in neighboring communities.
Residents can contact this agency to report suspicious activity at 908-272-2222..
Should you have surveillance video capturing this incident, please contact Detective Michael Dubitsky at 908-709-7358 or email your video to [email protected].
