TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON— A United States Postal Service employee has been charged with theft after admitting to removing a Honda emblem from a vehicle parked at The Chelsea senior living facility, police said.
According to the Township of Washington Police Department, a woman reported the theft at headquarters on Tuesday, March 18. She told officers that the emblem had been taken from the front of her vehicle while it was parked at The Chelsea, located at 620 Pascack Road.
Officers reviewed security footage from the scene and determined the incident occurred at approximately 6:22 p.m. that evening. Based on the footage, police said a USPS mail truck and/or postal employee appeared to be involved.
Investigators later interviewed a USPS employee, who allegedly admitted to removing the emblem using a flat key. The individual, identified as David K. Gordon, was arrested and charged with theft by unlawful taking (N.J.S.A. 2C:20-3A). Suspects are presumed innocent until and unless they are proved guilty in a court of law.
In a statement, the department reminded residents to remain vigilant, park in well-lit areas, and ensure their vehicles are locked. Police noted a recent increase in vehicle thefts throughout Bergen County and encouraged the use of security cameras as a deterrent.
Anyone with information related to this or similar incidents is asked to contact the Township of Washington Police Desk at (201) 664-1140.