JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — The Jefferson Township Police Department announced that a man has been charged in connection with the theft of a transmission from a local business.
On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Patrol Officer Kyle Aug responded to Ackerson Motors, located at 189 Espanong Road in the Lake Hopatcong section of Jefferson Township, following a report of a stolen transmission. The business owner reported the item missing from the front of the building.
After reviewing security footage, officers were able to identify a vehicle involved in the incident and a potential suspect.
Following further investigation, police identified the suspect as Enrique Ojeda, 38, of Franklin Borough in Sussex County. He was charged with theft (2C:20-3A) and was released on a summons pending a future court date.
Authorities remind residents that anyone with information related to crimes, criminal activity, or wanted persons can contact Morris County Crime Stoppers 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (973) COP-CALL. Tips can be provided anonymously, and rewards may be available.
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.
