Pohatcong Twp. police warn of suspicious vehicle in area

Pohatcong Township police say a suspicious vehicle was found traveling in the Mount Jay Road area of the township last week.

Pohatcong Township police are reminding residents to lock up exterior buildings following the report of a suspicious vehicle traveling in the Mount Joy Road area.

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Police took a report last week from a resident who spotted a dark colored SUV with a driver described as a white woman with a heavy build. The resident confronted the woman and the driver relayed she was in the area to "pick up a friend," police say.

Police say the resident then noticed a man in the backyard of a home, possibly peering into sheds. When he saw the resident, he got into the SUV and the pair drove away.

"We are actively investigating this incident, but we encourage everyone to make sure all exterior building(s) on your property are secured," police state on the department's Facebook page.

Police suggest checking motion lights to make sure the lights are properly working to help deter thieves. Police want residents to report suspicious activity and contact the department if anything appears to be stolen from a shed.