The 16-year-old male from Denville tried to run away after he was confronted by the homeowner while going through a vehicle in a local garage on Wednesday, June 22, Denville Police said.
The teen — whose name was not released — was caught by police a short time later and charged with burglary and criminal trespass, authorities said.
He was released to his parents and is scheduled to appear in court.
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