ESSEX FELLS — On Wednesday, July 3, at approximately 1:37 a.m., the Essex Fells Police Department responded to a call that led to the arrest of Natalie M. McGuire, 43, Parsippany, on charges of possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS). The incident occurred at 317 Roseland Avenue, a quiet residential area in Essex Fells, and involved several officers who acted swiftly to bring the situation under control.
The incident was initiated when a radio dispatch reported suspicious activity. Essex Fells Officers Scott Cohen, Jonathan Berger, and Thomas Rigas were dispatched to the scene immediately. Upon arrival, the officers observed suspicious behavior that warranted further investigation.
The officers asked for the driver’s motor vehicle documents, which she stated were in her trunk.
According to the narrative provided by Officer Scott Cohen, who was one of the primary responders, McGuire was found in possession of a substance that appeared to be a CDS. The discovery prompted immediate action from the officers, who followed standard protocol in dealing with potential drug-related offenses.
While she was in the trunk of her vehicle, police say that a glassine baggy containing a white powdery substance fell from her person into the roadway. The driver was ordered to exit the vehicle. While she was getting out of the car, an additional glassine baggy containing a white powdery substance was observed in the vehicle.
After a search of the vehicle, officers located a third glassine baggy containing the same white powdery substance, multiple pills in a defaced pill container, and loose pills in a tote bag.
As the investigation unfolded, the officers on the scene gathered enough evidence to justify placing McGuire under arrest. The arrest was executed without incident, and McGuire was taken into custody. She was transported to the Essex Fells Police Department for processing, where further details about her possession of the CDS were documented.
During the processing at the Essex Fells Police Station, Officer Cohen noted that McGuire remained cooperative throughout the procedure. She was informed of her rights and the charges against her. Possessing a CDS is a serious offense in New Jersey, and McGuire now faces potential legal consequences as her case proceeds through the judicial system.
McGuire is no stranger to the Essex Fells area, but the circumstances leading to her presence on Roseland Avenue in the early morning hours remain unclear. The Essex Fells Police Department has not released additional details regarding the specific type of CDS found in McGuire’s possession, as the investigation is ongoing.
The arrest of Natalie M. McGuire highlights the continued efforts of local law enforcement to crack down on drug-related offenses in Essex Fells and the surrounding areas. The department, under the leadership of Chief of Police Darren S. Volker, remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.
McGuire will appear in court later to answer the charges against her:
•2 Counts Of 2C:35-10.5A(3) – 3rd Degree
•1 Count Of 2C:35-10.5A(2) – Disorderly Persons
•1 Count Of 2C:35-10A(1) – 3rd Degree
The Essex Fells Police Department urges anyone with further information about this case to come forward as the investigation continues.
Editors Note: The court’s rules require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt.
