HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On April 2, 2026, Police Officer Carlos Najera arrested Daren Stickle, 53, of Morristown, for possession of drug paraphernalia and being under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance.

Police Officer Najera was dispatched to the Red Carpet Inn for a medical assistance call involving a male complaining of abdominal pain and nausea. While speaking with the individual, the officer observed signs of impairment and asked what substances he had used. Stickle admitted to using crack cocaine and requested to bring his belongings with him to the hospital.

For the safety of emergency medical services personnel, officers conducted a search of his bag, where drug paraphernalia was discovered.

Due to his medical condition, Stickle was transported to the hospital for treatment. Police Officer Najera later prepared the criminal complaint, which was delivered to the hospital. Stickle was advised of his court date and remained in the care of hospital staff.

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.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On April 6, 2026, Hanover Township Police Officer Mamdouh Hassan, arrested Brandon Pedrero, 22, of Lake Hiawatha, for Forgery and Theft by Deception.

On February 9, Police Officer Hassan and his training officer, Police Officer Stephen Manney, took a report of a stolen wallet from an employee of a business in Whippany.

The wallet contained cash and an uncashed check. The wallet was later found by a coworker, but $300 in cash was missing and the check had been signed but still in the wallet.

On February 19 the victim provided documentation that someone had attempted a mobile deposit of the check into an account. Police Officer Manney prepared a subpoena for the bank account and once approved he contacted the bank which provided the account holders information which was Brandon Pedrero.

Mr. Pedrero was the coworker who reported finding the wallet. He was contacted and responded to police headquarters for processing during which time he admitted to depositing the check into his account. He was charged and released with a court date.

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.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Two people were arrested following an investigation into suspected drug activity and an alleged assault on a police officer at Red Carpet Inn in Hanover Township. Hanover Township Police said Andrew Fodor, 34, of Rockaway, and Patricia Kral, 67, of Dover, were taken into custody April 17 at the Red Carpet Inn.

Hanover Township Sgt. Eric Prach observed Fodor smoking from an open window in an area where smoking is prohibited. When the officer approached, Fodor quickly closed the window and curtain, prompting additional officers to respond.

Officers knocked and announced themselves but initially received no response despite hearing movement inside, police said. Fodor later exited the room, leaving the door open, allowing officers to observe drug paraphernalia in plain view.

During the encounter, Kral emerged from the bathroom holding a knife in a threatening manner, police said. Officers ordered her to drop the weapon, and she complied.

Both were arrested, and a subsequent search of the room led to the discovery of controlled dangerous substances and additional paraphernalia, authorities said.

Police said Kral resisted arrest and allegedly struck an officer while being restrained.

Fodor was charged with smoking in a prohibited area and possession of drug paraphernalia and was released pending a court appearance.

Kral was charged with weapons offenses, aggravated assault on a police officer, resisting arrest, obstruction and drug-related charges. She also was released pending a court hearing.

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.