Man Charged With Stealing Truck and Trailer Just Days After Prison Release

Tyree Gittens, 33, was arrested in Atlantic City for allegedly stealing a work vehicle just two days after being paroled.

Mar. 26, 2026 at 4:18pm

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A 33-year-old Camden County man named Tyree Gittens was arrested in Atlantic City and charged with stealing a truck and trailer from a work site, just two days after being released from prison on parole.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges of prisoner reentry and the need for robust support systems to help formerly incarcerated individuals successfully transition back into their communities and avoid recidivism.

The details

According to reports, Gittens allegedly stole the work vehicle from a construction site in Atlantic City on March 18, just two days after being paroled from South Woods State Prison, where he had served a three-year sentence.

  • Tyree Gittens was released from prison on March 16, 2026.
  • The alleged theft of the truck and trailer occurred on March 18, 2026, two days after Gittens' release.

The players

Tyree Gittens

A 33-year-old man from Camden County, New Jersey who was recently released from prison and is now charged with stealing a truck and trailer.

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What’s next

Gittens is currently in custody and awaiting a court hearing to determine if he will be granted bail or remain in jail as the case proceeds.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for improved reentry programs and support services to help formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reintegrate into their communities and avoid falling back into criminal behavior.