Union County Police Arrest Individual for Fraudulent Motor Vehicle Insurance

On February 12, 2025, Union County Police Officers Rijos and Pizzarelli arrested Pereire DeJesus for producing fraudulent motor vehicle insurance (2C:21-2.3b) and possessing fraudulent motor vehicle insurance (2C:21-2.3c) after he attempted to retrieve his impounded vehicle from Police Headquarters in Westfield, NJ.

“This arrest demonstrates the diligence of our Union County Police Officers in ensuring the integrity of our roads and preventing fraudulent activities that put our residents at risk,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes Leon. “We commend the officers for their professionalism and commitment to public safety.”

Mr. DeJesus’ vehicle had been towed following a traffic stop on Liberty Avenue in Hillside, NJ, during which officers issued seven traffic summonses for multiple motor vehicle violations involving both the vehicle and its operator.

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