Man charged with burglary after allegedly entering occupied Warren County home, consuming resident’s alcohol
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (Warren County) — A Newark man was arrested after allegedly entering an occupied residence in Hackettstown without permission and consuming alcohol belonging to the homeowner, according to police.
Arthur Hudson, 41, of Newark, was charged with residential burglary, theft by unlawful taking and two counts of receiving stolen property following the incident Saturday, Oct. 31.
According to police, officers responded to 302 Main St. at approximately 8:43 a.m. after receiving a report that an unknown man had entered an occupied residence without permission and consumed alcohol belonging to the resident.
During the investigation, officers reviewed home surveillance footage and obtained a description of the suspect. Police later located Hudson and identified him as the individual involved.
Hudson admitted to entering the residence and taking alcohol, according to police.
Officers also discovered that Hudson was in possession of a bicycle and personal belongings belonging to other individuals, authorities said.
Hudson was arrested and transported to Hackettstown Police Headquarters for processing before being lodged at the Warren County Correctional Center pending a court appearance.
