Crime & Safety

Essex County 911: Homes Destroyed + Deadly Shooting + Cars Hit Pedestrians

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County's recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

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ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Find out why those sirens were wailing. Check out these recent police, fire and EMS stories in Essex County (click headline to read).

North Jersey Blaze Destroys Homes; 1 Death Unrelated To Fire, Mayor Says

1 Dead, 2 Wounded After Attempted Murder-Suicide In Essex County: Authorities

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Teen Pedestrian Killed In Essex County Crash, Mayor Says False Info Is Spreading Online

Car Hits Pedestrian Near McDonald’s In Essex County; Police Investigation Continues

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Driver Blasts Pedestrian With Pepper Spray In North Jersey Town: Police

Burglary Reported At NJ Apartment That Was Vacated After Roof Collapse

Scammers Are Impersonating Police In This NJ Town: What To Know

Wallet With $1,500 In Cash Stolen At Essex County Grocery Store: Police

Essex County Suburb Has 2nd Bear Sighting In 2 Weeks

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