The following recent criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Shrewsbury police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.

Criminal Incidents

• A theft in the area of Broad Street was reported on Aug. 12. The victim reported that property worth $539 was stolen.

Patrolman Joseph Barnicle is investigating.

• The shoplifting of $770 worth of merchandise from 597 Broad Street was reported on Aug. 7.

Patrolman Kyle Ludwig is investigating.

• There was a report of identity theft in the area of Garden Road on Aug. 6. The victim reported that an unknown person made fraudulent purchases totaling $11,387.51.

Patrolman Tyler Fox is investigating.

Arrests

• James E. Dunn, 47, of Asbury Park, was arrested in the area of Broad Street on Aug. 13 and charged with shoplifting by Patrolman Angel Marrer.

• Elijah K. Grant, 21, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Newman Springs Road on Aug. 11 and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS) by Patrolman Daniel DeCristofaro.

** Police reported two arrests solely on contempt of court warrants. **

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