Police & Fire
By MATT DOHERTY
April 17, 2024
BELMAR, NJ — In a significant gathering for law enforcement representation, Wayne Blanchard of Belmar, NJ, has been reelected as the First Vice Chairman of the National Troopers Coalition (NTC) during the organization's 124th Meeting held this week in Indianapolis. The National Troopers Coalition ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Yesterday, the Holmdel First Aid Cadet's in training were treated to an immersive learning experience with a field trip to the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office. Holmdel Township Deputy Mayor Brian Foster took the time to escort the cadets as they had the opportunity to tour the ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ -- Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Daniel Plumacker of the Sayreville Police Department announced today that Manuel Rivera, 43, of Sayreville, was pronounced deceased today, April 17, 2024, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Related: Police Respond to ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Daniel Plumacker of the Sayreville Police Department announced today that Manuel Rivera, 43, of Sayreville, died today, April 17th, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Related: Police Respond to Car Fire Near ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ -- Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Daniel Plumacker of the Sayreville Police Department announced today that Manuel Rivera, 43, of Sayreville, was pronounced deceased today, April 17, 2024, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Related: Police Respond to ...
WARREN, NJ —A residential burglary was reported on Saturday, April 13 where police said entry was gained via a second story window at a residence on Betsy Ross Drive. The incident occurred between 4 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. and unkrown proceeds are reported at this time, police said.
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A gas leak shut down an area near a major intersection in Coral Springs for about an hour on Wednesday. According to the Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department, a construction crew hit a gas line shortly before 3 p.m., causing authorities to close all northbound lanes of the ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - A teacher at The Malvern School in Robbinsville was arrested for abuse after she physically harmed three children under her supervision, police say. The teacher, 45-year-old Princeton woman Ekta Dwarkesh, slapped two students in the face with an open hand, leaving one with a ...
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - An alert was issued today at 4:36 PM of a gas leak and fire at the intersection of Green Grove Rd and West Bangs Ave. Residents are advised to avoid this area and neighbors are advised to keep windows and doors closed and to expect power outages. This article will be updated ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Five police officers were recently promoted to fill in vacancies created by retirements, according to a nixle alert. The South Brunswick Police Department promoted a new Captain, Lieutenant, and three Sergeants. "Every police department in the State faces transition as more ...
CAMDEN – A double shooting on Monday night near the 1400 block of Carl Miller Boulevard left one man dead and another injured, the Camden County Prosecutor's Office reported on Wednesday afternoon. Camden County Police Department officers were dispatched at 7:03 p.m. to the scene based on a ...
BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Are you looking for an exciting new career that also serves the community? The Bordentown Township Police Department (BTPD) is now accepting Alternate Route applications for Patrol Officer positions, with the deadline to apply being this week. This Alternate Route ...
Theft: 04/08/2024-Officers responded to the area of Waverly Terrace on report of a Theft from Auto. A resident parked his work van in his driveway overnight and the following morning he noticed the lock was broken and tools were missing. The tools were valued at $8,500.00. This incident is ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - An investigation is currently underway following a shooting incident in Montclair on Monday afternoon, which resulted in the injury of a police officer. The incident occurred in the 100 block of Forest Street shortly after 1 p.m. According to authorities, the encounter transpired ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Two members of the New Brunswick Fire Department, a highly trained group of men and women dedicated to saving lives and property in the city, received promotions at a ceremony last week at City Hall. Mayor Jim Cahill promoted Theodore (Teddy) Wright Jr. to the rank of captain and ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following message that was just posted to the Kenilworth Police Department's social media page. "Water main break Boulevard & Epping. All Westbound traffic has been temporarily shut down. Please use an alternate route." TAPintoKenilworth.net is ...
BARNEGAT, NJ - On April 12, 2024, Laurie Maxson, 54, of Barnegat faced Honorable Judge Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C., for her sentencing regarding her arrest from July 2021. Maxson was sentenced to three years in New Jersey State Prison as a result of her previously entered guilty plea to Conspiracy ...
BARNEGAT, NJ - On April 12, 2024, Laurie Maxson, 54, of Barnegat faced Honorable Judge Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C., for her sentencing regarding her arrest from July 2021. Maxson was sentenced to three years in New Jersey State Prison as a result of her previously entered guilty plea to Conspiracy ...
FAIRFIELD, NJ -- Two suspects from Hudson County were arrested in connection with a motor vehicle theft this week. The Fairfield Police Department announces the arrests of Dina Santiago-Caraballo, 35, of West New York, and Karl Diaz, 45, of Union City on multiple charges stemming from a motor ...
FRANKLIN TWP., NJ - A man is facing burglary, theft and other charges after police say he broke into an Easton Avenue convenience store and stole more than $9,000 in NJ lottery tickets last month, according to the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office. Joseph Holman, 41, of Willingboro is charged ...
FRANKLIN TWP., NJ - A man is facing burglary, theft and other charges after police say he broke into an Easton Avenue convenience store and stole more than $9,000 in NJ lottery tickets last month, according to the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office. Joseph Holman, 41, of Willingboro is charged ...
PATERSON, NJ - On Tuesday afternoon, the Paterson Fire Department responded to a fire at 790 East 18th Street and Market St. that led to the displacement of 44 occupants. According to a statement, upon arrival, firefighters discovered heavy fire engulfing the second and third floors of a ...
FRANKLIN TWP., NJ - A man is facing burglary, theft and other charges after police say he broke into an Easton Avenue convenience store and stole more than $9,000 in NJ lottery tickets last month, according to a news release. Joseph Holman, 41, of Willingboro is charged with third degree ...
FRANKLIN TWP., NJ - A man is facing burglary, theft and other charges after police say he broke into an Easton Avenue convenience store and stole more than $9,000 in NJ lottery tickets last month, according to a news release. Joseph Holman, 41, of Willingboro is charged with third degree ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department will be hosting a "Coffee With a Cop" community event this weekend. The event is taking place on Saturday, April 20 from 9AM to 11AM at McDonald’s, located at 1108 Route 73. The McDonald’s is owned and operated by Clark Family Management, ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – Coconut Creek police closed westbound Atlantic Boulevard at the Florida’s Turnpike on Wednesday morning due to a light pole, which a driver hit, falling across the road. The pole was in front of the Banyan Bay Apartments on Atlantic Boulevard, a police spokesperson ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Police officials have released additional information regarding the Montclair Police shooting that occurred on Monday. According to Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating a police-involved shooting in Montclair, NJ ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Police officials have released additional information regarding the Montclair Police shooting that occurred on Monday. According to Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating a police-involved shooting in Montclair, NJ ...
FRANKLIN TWP., NJ - A man is facing burglary, theft and other charges after police say he broke into an Easton Avenue convenience store and stole more than $9,000 in NJ lottery tickets last month, according to a news release. Joseph Holman, 41, of Willingboro is charged with third degree ...
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- The New York State Police in Troop K have issued a warning to alert residents of recent scammers pretending to be members of the State Police. In a press release on their website, the state police explained how scammers pose as law enforcement and how citizens can protect ...