Chief also offers Halloween safety tips
Hopewell Township police Lt. Christopher Kascik reported:
— On Oct. 18, Officer John Ferner was on a traffic enforcement detail on Princeton Avenue in Hopewell Borough. He stopped the driver of a 2003 Mercedes for a motor vehicle violation. While speaking with the driver , Craig L. Ocleppo, 29, of Cheston Court, Belle Mead, the officer smelled the odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle.
During his investigation, the officer obtained a search warrant from the Superior Court of Mercer County for the vehicle. A search of the vehicle revealed Mr. Ocleppo to be in possession of 155 grams of suspected marijuana.
Mr. Ocleppo was charged with possession of marijuana over 50 grams, possession with intent to distribute and possession with intent to distribute in a school zone, as well as two motor vehicle violations (speeding/ having an obstructed view). He was processed and released at police headquarters. His case will be forwarded to the Mercer County prosecutor’s office.
— On Oct. 21 at 10 a.m., Officer Mark Panzano took Eric B. Bottomer, 37, of Avenue A, Horsham, Pennsylvania, into custody at the Hopewell Township Municipal Court. Mr. Bottomer had appeared on an unrelated Hopewell Township matter and while he was there, an outstanding warrant from the Lawrence Township. Municipal Court was located for his arrest.
He was processed at police headquarters and released after posting bail on the warrant. His case will be heard in Lawrence Township Municipal Court.
— On Oct. 18 at 7 a.m., Officer James Hoffman went to a one-car accident on Blackwell Road. When he arrived he observed a red Honda off the roadway. He spoke with the driver, Sean V. Adamcik, 23, of Brandon Road, Lawrence Township. While speaking with Mr. Adamcik, the officer smelled the odor of alcohol on his breath and person.
After having Mr. Adamcik perform roadside sobriety testing, he was transported to police headquarters where he was processed and released to a family member. He was cited for DWI, reckless driving and careless driving. His case will be heard in Municipal Court.
HALLOWEEN SAFETY — Chief Lance D. Maloney has issued the following information about the Halloween season:
To ensure the safety of our children this Halloween, the Hopewell Township Police Department recommends that parents follow these safety tips provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
— Costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible.
— Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips, and falls.
— Never walk near lit candles or luminaries. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.
— Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult.
— Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you.
— Always WALK and don’t run from house to house.
— Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.
— Only walk on sidewalks whenever possible, or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe.
— Look both ways before crossing the street. Use established crosswalks wherever possible.
— Enter homes only if you’re with a trusted adult. Only visit well-lit houses. Never accept rides from strangers.
— Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them.
— Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats made by strangers.
For more Halloween safety tips, visit: http://www.cdc.gov/family/halloween/.

