— Sgt. Adam Grossman, of the New Jersey State Police, reported that on Nov. 22 at 1:24 p.m., a 74-year-old man, identified as Isaiah Haines, of Southhampton, New Jersey, stopped his vehicle on the New Hope-Lambertville free bridge and jumped into the Delaware River.
Lambertville water rescue services pulled him from the water, but Mr. Haines was pronounced dead at the scene. “It is unknown why he jumped and the investigation is ongoing,” said Sgt. Grossman.
Lambertville City police reported:
— On Nov. 17, several members of the Lambertville Police Department, under the supervision of Sgt. Robert Brown, conducted a crosswalk enforcement campaign at the intersection of Route 29 (Main Street) and Perry Street.
Twenty-three motorists were cited for failing to stop for a pedestrian (plainclothes officer) who had entered the crosswalk well in advance of the oncoming vehicle.
Police Officers Kenneth Housman, Michael Gramlich, Vincent Albani and Parking Enforcement Officer Mathew Bast participated in the operation, “which is conducted in strict compliance with prescribed guidelines concerning the location and setup of such enforcement operations.”
Police Director Bruce Cocuzza said that crosswalk laws were toughened last year by the New Jersey Legislature in response to the many incidents of pedestrian fatalities that occur throughout the state. Recent studies have shown that 25 percent of pedestrian fatalities occur at intersections and about 38 percent of all pedestrian- involved crashes occur at intersections.
Between 2004 and 2008, New Jersey averaged 150 pedestrian fatalities a year. New Jersey’s high pedestrian crash rate ranks 16th worst in the nation and almost twice the national average for pedestrian traffic fatalities. Motorists who violate the law may be subject to a $200 fine (plus court costs), two points on driver’s license, up to 15 days of community service and insurance surcharges.
Lambertville Mayor David M. Del Vecchio said he has heard numerous complaints from residents about motorists disregarding the pedestrian laws and that police operations like this “absolutely save lives by addressing those drivers who violate the law and deterring other motorists who may also be inclined to do so.”
Director Cocuzza said additional crosswalk enforcement operations will be conducted.
— John Carlen, 35, of Lambertville, was arrested on an outstanding warrant on Nov. 13. Officer Anthony Memolo arrested him at a Church Street residence at 10:45 a.m. The warrant had been issued by Hunterdon County Superior Court for non-payment of child support. He was later turned over to the Hunterdon County Sheriff’s Office.
— On Nov. 19 at 10:15 a.m., Detective Michael Miloszar was called to a residence on York street to check out a reported burglary. Jason Kliwinski, 40, reported someone had broken out the front window and interior door to his residence. “Investigation revealed the damage was done by the girlfriend of Joshua Phillips, Elvita Michelle Gay,” police said. The investigation continues.
— On Nov. 21, Sgt. Robert Brown was called to Cherry Street to investigate a report of theft of a bicycle. Luc P. Dumas, 16, said someone had taken his bicycle while it was left on the tow path. The 10-speed bicycle is described as a Kona, white in color with red stripes.
— On Nov. 22 at 8:20 a.m., Sgt. Brown and Detective Miloszar were called to Welsh’s Wonderful World of Wines on South Union Street for a broken window. During the night someone had broken out the front window to the business. The investigation continues.
.— On Nov. 24 at 12:09 a.m., Officer Michael Gramlich stopped Phillip S. Barley, 32, of Franklin Park, on Route 518, for speeding. Mr. Barley was subsequently charged with DWI, speeding, and reckless driving and released, pending a court appearance.
— On Nov. 26 at 2:08 a.m., Sgt. Brown stopped Douglas G. Miller, 25, of Erwina, Pennsylvania, on Route 29 for failure to keep right. Mr. Miller refused to roll down his window or open his vehicle door to speak to the sergeant, police said. Mr. Miller was charged with obstructing the administration of law, hindering apprehension, failure to keep right, and having a brake light out. He was released, pending a court appearance.
Suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty by a court of law.

