8 Somerset County Cops Named In ‘Major Discipline’ Report Released By NJAG Office

A Manville Police Chief and Lieutenant, a Branchburg Sergeant, and others were included in the report released in 2026.

Somerset County Opens Police Youth Week To Students At No Cost This July

The free July program for Somerset County students will run July 13-17, with registration extended to June 30.

Bridgewater Man Charged In Organized Crime Investigation

Stephen Locrotondo, 67, of Bridgewater, was charged with usury and conspiracy, according to the Attorney General.

Missing Woman Found Dead After 3 Alarm South Bound Brook Fire

A resident, who was initially unaccounted for, was found dead, another resident was hospitalized, and a firefighter was injured in the fire.

Bridgewater Teen Crossed Into Oncoming Traffic, Charged In Fatal Head-On Crash: Police

Dylan A. Baez, 19, of Bridgewater, was charged with vehicular homicide and assault by auto in connection with the Finderne Avenue crash.

Somerset County Fugitive Of Month Wanted For Drug Possession

Charles J. Kersting is named the Fugitive of the Month for June 2026 by the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

1 Dead, 4 Injured In 2-Car Crash In Bridgewater

The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office and Bridgewater Township Police are investigating the crash.

Bridgewater Water Main Break Prompts Boil Water Advisory For 400 Customers

A North Bridge Street water main break caused pressure loss and a mandatory advisory for homes, schools and senior centers.

91-Year-Old Army Vet Identified In Fatal Tesla Crash On Route 22 In Bridgewater

Hugh Johnson Jr., 91, of Bridgewater, "will be greatly missed for his warmth, humor, wisdom and his unwavering devotion to his family."

Somerset Co. Prosecutor's Top Cop Charged With Assault In DUI Crash

New charges have been filed against Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives Francisco "Frank" Roman Jr.

Downed Wires Close Chimney Rock Road In Bridgewater

Bridgewater Police sent out an alert about the road closure on Wednesday.

Drunk Driver Crashes Into Burger King In Bridgewater, Police Say

Only the drive-thru of the restaurant is open on Monday after a whopper of a crash.

Police Step Up Summer Traffic Enforcement In Somerset, Hunterdon Counties

Police will increase patrols from Memorial Day through Labor Day, targeting dangerous driving behaviors.

Deck Fire Spreads To Home, Displaces Family Of 6 In Bridgewater

Firefighters battled the fire on Monday afternoon in the Township.

NJ Muslim Officer Faced Religious Discrimination, Harassment, Lawsuit Says

Refika Colucci claims it was her childhood dream to work as a law enforcement officer, and instead her "dream became a nightmare."

91-Year-Old Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized In Route 22 Multi-Vehicle Crash In Bridgewater

A Tesla reportedly came to a complete stop in the center lane on Route 22, causing a chain reaction on Sunday, according to a police report.

All Lanes Closed On Route 22 For Crash Investigation In Bridgewater

Drivers are asked to avoid the area and seek an alternate route until further notice.

2 Dogs Hit By Train, Killed In Branchburg

The owner was walking both dogs off-leash on the tracks before the owner realized a train was coming on Tuesday, said police.

Party Bus Engulfs In Flames, Bridgewater Volunteer Firefighters Battle Blaze

The fire sparked in a parking lot on Corporate Drive off Route 202/206 on Thursday night.

SWAT, Police At Duke Island Park For Training In Bridgewater Friday

Bridgewater Police shared an alert about the training on Friday morning.

Tractor-Trailer Brakes Fail At Red Light, Crashes Into Car On Route 22 In North Plainfield: Police

One person was sent to the hospital with injuries following the crash just outside the Watchung Square Mall on Thursday.

Van Drives Off Chimney Rock Road, Hits Utility Pole In Bridgewater: Police

The crash caused the area around Route 22 to be closed on Wednesday night.

Bridgewater Officer Receives Valor Award For Fiery Route 22 Rescue

Noah Allatt was recognized by the 200 Club of Somerset County for rescuing an unconscious driver after a fiery crash.

Bridgewater Honors Citizens Police Academy Graduates After 8-Week Program

Township leaders said the program gave residents an inside look at Bridgewater police work and community policing.

Somerset County Police Step Up Enforcement After Deadly Islamic Center Shooting In CA

The shooting happened on Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego, San Diego County's largest mosque.

Report Of Man With Gun Near School Prompts Lockdown In Somerville

A reported man with a gun near a school led to a lockdown before police determined there was no threat.

Brush Fire Sparks Along Route 202 In Bridgewater

The Bradley Garden Volunteer Fire Company battled the fire over the weekend.

Multiple Guns, Ammunition Found After 34-Hour SWAT Standoff In Bridgewater, Affidavit Reveals

Police said Eric J. Thorogood, on Hill Lane, pointed a rifle at officers for hours before he shot himself in the leg during the arrest.

Car Crashes Into Route 22 Concrete Barrier, 2 Critically Injured In North Plainfield

The driver and passenger were taken to a hospital in critical condition following the Monday morning crash.

34-Hour SWAT Standoff Ends With Gunshots, Arrest In Bridgewater

Eric J. Thorogood, 25, of Bridgewater, was arrested and charged following the incident that caused a shelter-in-place for the area.

Shelter-In-Place Lifted In Bridgewater, SWAT Standoff Resolved

Bridgewater Police shared an update on Saturday morning on the more than 24-hour standoff on Hill Lane.

Fox Tests Positive For Rabies In Bridgewater

Residents are urged to avoid wild animals, report bites and keep pets current on rabies vaccinations.

SWAT, Shelter-In-Place Situation In Bridgewater: See Update

The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office sent out an update on the ongoing SWAT situation on Friday.

Man Wanted For Sexual Assault In Somerset County

Marco P. Garces is named the Fugitive of the Month for May 2026 by the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

Stuck Tractor Trailer Closes Steele Gap Road In Bridgewater

Police sent out an alert for the road closure around 10:40 a.m. on Tuesday.

Injured Red-Tailed Hawk Rescued From Tree By Bridgewater Firefighters: Video

The Somerset Regional Animal Shelter and Green Knoll Volunteer firefighters worked together to rescue the hawk stuck 20 feet up a tree.

Rollover Crash On I-287 Sends Driver To Hospital In Bridgewater

The crash happened overnight in Bridgewater.

DWI, Domestic Violence, Trespassing Arrests Reported In Raritan

Raritan Police released its notable arrests made in March and April:

2 Injured, 1 Flown To Hospital In Serious Crash On Route 22 In Readington

The crash happened on Monday night at the intersection of Route 22 and Main Street.

Gunshots Fired On Vosseller Avenue In Bound Brook

The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office and Bound Brook Police are investigating the Monday night shooting.