Teen Arrested for Attempted Vehicle Burglary in Gloucester Township, NJ

Suspect fled on foot but was apprehended after a brief chase

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A 16-year-old juvenile has been arrested in Gloucester Township, New Jersey for an attempted vehicle burglary. Police responded to a report of the incident in the Sicklerville area and located the suspect, who fled on foot but was quickly apprehended and found to be in possession of burglar tools.

Why it matters

Vehicle break-ins and thefts are an ongoing concern in many communities, impacting residents' sense of safety and security. This arrest highlights the proactive efforts of local law enforcement to respond to and deter such crimes.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a report of an attempted vehicle burglary in the Sicklerville area just after 12:30 a.m. on Saturday. When they arrived, the suspect had already fled the scene. An alert driver then flagged down an officer and reported seeing someone matching the suspect's description running into a nearby neighborhood. Police quickly located the 16-year-old juvenile, who ignored commands to stop and fled on foot. After a brief pursuit, the suspect was taken into custody and found to be in possession of burglar tools.

  • The incident occurred just after 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

16-year-old juvenile

The suspect who was arrested for the attempted vehicle burglary.

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What’s next

The 16-year-old suspect is now facing a number of charges related to the attempted vehicle burglary.

The takeaway

This arrest demonstrates the importance of vigilant community members and proactive law enforcement in addressing property crimes like vehicle break-ins, which can have a significant impact on neighborhood safety and quality of life.