On 04/08/26 at approximately 11:33pm, a Gloucester Township Police Officer attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop on a white Acura for motor vehicle violations on the 600 block of North Black Horse Pike in the Blackwood section of Gloucester Township. Upon activating emergency lights, the vehicle initially pulled over to the side of the road, and the female driver appeared to wave her documents out the window. As the Officer was about to approach the vehicle, the driver accelerated from the stop at a high rate of speed traveling southbound. The Officer chose not to pursue in the interest of safety to the public.
A follow-up investigation confirmed that the identity of the driver was the registered owner, Michelle Papaycik, who was later charged with Eluding Law Enforcement, 3rd degree, and issued multiple summonses for motor vehicle violations. On 04/13/26, Papaycik was located and arrested by Officers. She was processed and remanded
to Camden County Correctional Facility.
Arrest: Michelle Papaycik, 38, of the 200 block of Washington Avenue, Blackwood, NJ.
The Gloucester Township Police Department reminds all motorists that failing to stop for law enforcement is a serious offense. Motorists are required to safely pull over when signaled by police emergency lights and sirens. Captain Matthew Crabtree stated, “Fleeing from law enforcement does not eliminate responsibility – it intensifies our response. We will leverage all investigative tools, partnerships, and resources necessary to identify the offender and bring appropriate charges.”
The Gloucester Township Police Department values its strong partnership with the community and encourages residents to report any suspicious activity or criminal behavior. If you witness suspicious activity in Gloucester Township (Camden County), please contact the Gloucester Township Police Department at (856) 228-4500 or dial 911.
Information can also be provided anonymously through multiple reporting options, including the GTPD Online Tip Portal at https://gtpolice.com/tips, the Anonymous Tip Line at (856) 842-5560, or by texting “TIPGLOTWPPD” followed by your message to 888777.