Man charged with drug offenses after reportedly acting erratically in Morris County parking lot

DENVILLE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — A 32-year-old Flemington man was arrested on drug-related charges after police responded to a report of an individual acting erratically in a Denville Township parking lot Thursday morning, according to police.

Michael Schwartz, 32, of Flemington, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and being under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance following the incident Nov. 5.

According to police, officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 8 a.m. reporting an individual acting erratically in the parking lot of 123 East Main St.

Upon arrival, officers identified the individual as Schwartz. During the investigation, police determined that Schwartz was under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance, authorities said.

Officers also located drug paraphernalia in Schwartz’s possession and inside his vehicle, according to police.

Schwartz was arrested and transported to Denville Police Headquarters for processing.

Following processing, Schwartz was issued summonses for possession of drug paraphernalia and being under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance.

He was subsequently released pending a future court appearance in Denville Municipal Court.