Swift Police Response Foils Burglary in Rome, NY
Rome Police Official Press release:
On Saturday, June 8, 2024 at approximately 6:53pm, the Rome Police Department’s Patrol
Division responded to the 700 block of North George Street for a report of a burglary in
progress.
The resident, who was not home at the time, observed a person unknown to her, on her
home camera system inside the residence and called the police. Police arrived, entered the
residence, and found 29-year-old Benny U. Garden inside.
Garden was arrested and charged with Burglary in the 2nd degree. Garden was processed,
arraigned in Oneida County CAP court and released.
Detailed Incident Report
Date and Time: Saturday, June 8, 2024, at approximately 6:53 PM
Location: 700 block of North George Street, Rome, NY
Nature of Incident: Burglary in progress
Events Leading Up to the Arrest
Initial Report: The Rome Police Department’s Patrol Division received a call about a burglary in progress. The call came from a resident who was not at home at the time but observed the burglary through her home camera system.
Observation: The resident noticed an unknown person inside her residence via the camera system and immediately contacted the police.
Police Response
Arrival at the Scene: Officers from the Rome Police Department quickly responded to the call, arriving at the 700 block of North George Street.
Entry into Residence: Upon arrival, the officers entered the residence to investigate the reported burglary.
Suspect Details
Suspect Identified: Inside the residence, police found 29-year-old Benny U. Garden.
Arrest: Benny U. Garden was arrested on the spot by the responding officers.
Legal Proceedings
Charges: Benny U. Garden was charged with Burglary in the 2nd degree.
Processing: After his arrest, Garden was processed according to standard police procedures.
Court Appearance: He was arraigned in Oneida County CAP (Centralized Arraignment Part) court.
Release: Post-arraignment, Benny U. Garden was released.
Key Points
Use of Technology: This incident highlights the effective use of home security camera systems in detecting and reporting criminal activities even when the homeowner is not present.
Swift Police Action: The quick response and action by the Rome Police Department’s Patrol Division resulted in the immediate apprehension of the suspect.
Judicial Process: The processing and arraignment of Benny U. Garden followed the judicial procedures, ensuring that he was formally charged and released according to the law.
