The Rutland MA Police Department recently took to social media to announce the culmination of good police work involving multiple agencies, which has led to criminal charges against a suspect following a series of vehicle break-ins at the Rutland State Park. On September 5, two individuals discovered that their locked vehicles had been illegally entered, and items including credit cards and cash were reported stolen while they were away enjoying the park's amenities. According to the Rutland Police Department's post, one victim's prompt bank notification led to the quick canceling of cards, preventing financial loss. Unfortunately, the second victim was not as fortunate, with over $7000 fraudulently charged to their accounts.
Subsequent investigations by local law enforcement and cooperation from the Sturbridge Walmart Loss Prevention team yielded surveillance footage identifying two suspects. Spencer Police were also able to collect fingerprints from one of the vehicles, which had been conveniently washed the night before, potentially facilitating the forensic process. The Worcester Police Department's Forensic Services Section matched the prints to Ramon Rosario of New Jersey, who has a history of similar offenses and is known to use several aliases. The match was confirmed using Rosario's booking photos from New Jersey State Police records.
As a result of the collaborative effort, Rosario is now facing a slew of charges including larceny, identity fraud, improper use of a credit card, breaking and entering, conspiracy, and malicious destruction of property. The impressive cooperation between multiple police departments and the loss prevention department at Walmart underscores the effectiveness of inter-agency collaboration in tackling crime and swiftly bringing perpetrators to justice.
The Rutland Police Department expressed their gratitude to all involved parties via their social media update, and have applied for a warrant for Rosario's arrest. The Rutland PD extended thanks to the Sturbridge Police Department, Spencer Police Department, Worcester Police Department Forensic Services Section, New Jersey State Police, and the Sturbridge Walmart Loss Prevention. This case highlights not just the importance of diligent law enforcement efforts, but also serves as a reminder for individuals to safeguard their valuables, even in seemingly safe environments such as state parks.
