DENVILLE — A West Orange woman was arrested on multiple motor vehicle charges, including driving while intoxicated, following a late-night crash in Denville, police said.
Denville Township Police Department officers responded on Saturday, January 4, at approximately 10:57 p.m. to the area of Diamond Spring Road, near the center of town, following a report of a motor vehicle accident.
During the investigation, officers determined that the driver, identified as Grietje Wijbenga, 72, of West Orange, was allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Wijbenga was taken into custody and transported to Denville Township Police Headquarters for processing.
Police said Wijbenga was issued multiple motor vehicle summonses, including operating under the influence of liquor or drugs, open container of alcohol, delaying traffic, traffic on marked lanes, reckless driving, and careless driving. She was later released pending a future court date in Denville Municipal Court.
Editor’s 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 a reasonable doubt.
