HANOVER — On January 8, 2025, Hanover Township Detective Erick Magley arrested Rosario Lia, 68, of Morris Plains, for shoplifting. An employee from ShopRite had reported multiple shoplifting incidents involving the same individual.
Detective Magley initiated an investigation, and during the process, the employee contacted authorities once more to report that the suspect had returned to the store. Detective Magley promptly responded and took Mr. Lia into custody. Further investigation confirmed that he was also responsible for previous thefts.
Mr. Lia was charged with shoplifting over $600 worth of merchandise across multiple incidents. He was subsequently released with a scheduled court date.
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.
