Two Arrested in Galloway After Burglary at The Budgetel Inn

Rodriguez and Thomas

On May 25, 2016 at 11:51 a.m.,the Galloway Township Police Department responded to The Budgetel Inn in reference to a report of a burglary that had just occurred.  

Upon police arrival, management from The Budgetel Inn reported that two subjects, later identified as David Rodriguez, 25 of Galloway, and David Thomas, 29 of Philadelphia, broke into the motel office and stole approximately $170 in cash.  

Management was able to provide police with video surveillance and a description of both suspects.  Management also relayed that both subjects may have attempted to check into The Econo Lodge which is also located on The White Horse Pike.

Police responded to The Econo Lodge and were able to locate Rodriguez and Thomas in one of the motel rooms.  Both subjects surrendered without incident and were placed in police custody.  

Rodriguez and Thomas were charged with burglary and multiple other offenses.  They were both lodged in The Atlantic County Justice Facility in lieu of $25,000 bail.

Officer Christian Magazzu was the arresting officer.