Crime & Safety

Disoriented Man Arrested at CVS

West Orange resident was allegedly under the influence of drug and waiting for prescription in Cedar Grove parking lot.


A 48-year-old West Orange man was arrested after he tried to pick up a prescription from a pharmacy while he was allegedly under the influence of a drug.

Cedar Grove police said Scott P. Dellosso allegedly drove to the CVS Pharmacy at 387 Pompton Ave. in Cedar Grove and was waiting for the prescription in the parking lot when witnesses said he appeared disoriented and called police.

When police arrived, they said Dellosso had driven to the pharmacy while under the influence and arrested him.

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He was taken to police headquarters and released pending a municipal court appearance.


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