2 Bloomfield Burglaries Under Investigation, Police Say

Police: Jewelry was stolen from a Bloomfield home. A would-be burglar gave up when he saw people in a local store he was trying to enter.

Essex County 911: Fatal Shooting|Hit-And-Run|Missing Boy Found

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Man Stole $800 Worth Of Cooking Oil In Bloomfield: Police

The man was driving a truck with a Texas temporary license plate, Bloomfield police said.

Blood-Covered Burglary Suspect Arrested In Bloomfield: Police

Bloomfield police arrested a blood-covered man accused of burglarizing a local home, authorities said.

Catalytic Converter Thief Hits Contractor In Bloomfield: Police

Someone cut a catalytic converter loose from a contractor’s vehicle while they were on the job in Bloomfield, authorities said.

Police Arrest West Orange Man After Shooting In Bloomfield

Several shell casings from three different caliber weapons were discovered at the scene, police said.

Multiple Suspects Reported In 2 Bloomfield Robberies: Police

BPD: A strong-arm robbery took place near Bloomfield Avenue and Edison Street. An armed robbery happened on Donald Street.

Bloomfield Hydrant Flush: What To Do If You Have Brown Water

The 1,200 hydrants owned and operated by the Township of Bloomfield are being flushed. Here's what to do if you have discolored water.

Burglaries Reported At Home, Trailer In Bloomfield

A pair of burglaries took place in Bloomfield: one at an outdoor trailer on Arlington Avenue, and another at a home on Llewellyn Avenue.

2 Bloomfield Police Officers Named In NJ ‘Discipline’ Report

Local police departments in New Jersey must now release the names of officers who have received “major discipline.”

Man Attacked With ‘Machete-Type Knife’ In Bloomfield: Police

A verbal argument turned violent when a man attacked another with a knife, Bloomfield police said.

Essex County 911: Brothers Shot|Car Hits Couple|Police Standoff

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Bloomfield Carjacking Victim Tried To Stop Thieves: Police

A carjacking victim tried to stop the crime by jumping into the backseat. That’s when a man pulled a gun, Bloomfield police said.

Bloomfield Fire Department Command Staff Take DE&I Course

Members of the Bloomfield Fire Department command staff recently completed a diversity, equity and inclusion training and certification cour

Man Tries To Grab Woman’s Purse Near Bloomfield Supermarket: PD

A man tried to snatch a woman’s purse as she was leaving a supermarket in Bloomfield, but he fled the scene empty-handed, police said.

Videos Cause Renewed Look At Bloomfield Police Shooting: Report

“I know for a fact I didn’t try to run them cops over.”

Vehicles Stolen In Bloomfield At 7-Eleven, Beardsley Avenue: PD

During one incident, a man stole a victim’s car while she was filling up her tires with air, Bloomfield police said.

Burglary Suspect Flees When Bloomfield Resident Confronts Him: PD

Bloomfield police arrested a man who allegedly burglarized a home, then tried to climb through another home’s window, authorities said.

Bloomfield, Livingston Police Partner To Probe Pizzeria Burglary

Police are accusing a man of burglarizing a local pizzeria. Another suspect is still at large.

Burglaries Reported In Bloomfield At Pizzeria, Private Home

A pair of separate burglaries took place in Bloomfield on the same day, police said. One involved a local pizzeria.

Essex County 911: Fatal Shootings|Dorm Fire|Burglary Attempts

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NJ Jury Indicts Suspended Essex County Detective From Bloomfield

A Narcotics Task Force detective has been accused of installing a GPS device on a suspect’s car without authorization.

2 Home Intrusions In Bloomfield; Handgun, BB Gun Involved: Police

A pair of separate home intrusions took place in Bloomfield. One person had a handgun, the other a BB gun, police said.

No Injuries During Large Garage Fire In Bloomfield: Official

The garage sustained heavy fire damage in the blaze, authorities said.

Gunshots Fired Outside Bar In Bloomfield: Police

Gunshots were fired at a vehicle outside a bar in Bloomfield last weekend, authorities said.

Bloomfield Police Arrest Man Accused Of Multiple Car Burglaries

Bloomfield police said fingerprints and surveillance footage led them to a suspect.

2 Car Thefts Reported In Bloomfield, Police Say

Vehicle thefts were reported on Bloomfield Avenue and Washington Street, police said.

Car Stolen In Bloomfield, Found In Post Office Parking Lot: PD

A car stolen in Bloomfield was found three days later in the parking lot of a local U.S. Post Office, police said.

Bloomfield Police Say 2 Belleville Men Robbed Convenience Store

Bloomfield police said two Belleville men allegedly brandished a large knife and demanded cash and cigarettes.

Essex County 911: Car Theft Ring|3 Charged With Murder|Dog Bite

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Floor Jacks, Truck Tailgate Stolen In Bloomfield: Police

Recent thefts in Bloomfield include a $1,400 pickup truck tailgate and a pair of expensive floor jacks, authorities said.

Bloomfield Police Accuse Newark Man Of Shooting Victim In Hand

Bloomfield detectives recovered video surveillance from the area after the shooting, authorities said.

30 Vehicles Stolen In 7-County NJ Theft Ring: Prosecutors

On Monday, state prosecutors announced that six people have been accused of stealing more than 30 vehicles throughout New Jersey.

Man Robs Bloomfield News Stand Using Flammable Liquid: Police

An East Orange man poured an unknown substance on the countertop. Then he threatened to light it on fire, Bloomfield police said.

Cars Stolen In Bloomfield While Delivering, Picking Up Food: PD

Bloomfield saw four stolen vehicles in four days. See where and how they went missing.

Bloomfield Man Arrested After Scuffle In Liquor Store: Police

An accused shoplifter was charged with robbery after he got into a fight with the manager of a Bloomfield liquor store, authorities said.

Man Shot In Bloomfield After Denying Group Entry To Building: PD

Bloomfield PD: The victim was working the front door of an establishment and turned down a group of people due to capacity limits.

Essex County 911: Shooting Video|Fatal Fire|Church Roof Collapses

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4 Cars Stolen In Bloomfield, Including At Popeye’s Restaurant: PD

Bloomfield Police: Vehicle thefts were reported at a local Popeye’s and Value Zone, as well as on Hill Street and Ridge/Baldwin.

Bloomfield Police Arrest Accused Mail Thief

Bloomfield police found a man in possession of 15 pieces of mail that belonged to local residents, authorities said.