Officer Allatt Who Rescued Driver From Burning Car Honored Nationally

Bridgewater Police Officer Noah Allatt was named as the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund's Officer of the Month.

Scammers Posing As Bridgewater Police Officers

Several residents reported getting calls from the Bridgewater Police requesting bail payment or payment due to a missed court appearance.

Support Sought For Family Hurt By 'Devastating' House Fire In Raritan

A GoFundMe has been set up for the Natale family after a house fire broke out, with the mom and three children(ages 1, 2, and 5) inside.

Will David Shroitman Stand Trial In Somerville Fatal Stabbing?

Judge Peter Tober ruled that David Shroitman was mentally incompetent to stand trial for the stabbing of MaryRose Fealey. What happens next?

2-Year-Old Burned, Hospitalized In Raritan House Fire

A woman and two other kids(ages 1 and 5) were treated for smoke inhalation on Helene Place in Raritan on Monday.

Bridgewater Man Dies After Crashing Into Guardrail: Police

The crash on Thursday morning is still under investigation by the Bridgewater Township Police and the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

Man Hit By Raritan Valley Train On Easter Sunday In Bound Brook

The adult man was hit by the NJ Transit train late Sunday night, said officials.

3 DWI Arrests Reported In Raritan

Raritan Police released its blotter for the past week, which included three driving while intoxicated arrests.

Drug Take Back Day Planned In Bridgewater

Bridgewater Township Police will collect unused, unwanted, and expired medication for "Operation Take Back" this spring.

Large Police Presence In Bridgewater For SWAT Training

Bridgewater Police sent out an alert on Wednesday about the upcoming training.

'Swatting' Call Claims Armed Man At Bridgewater Train Station: Police

The call was reported on Sunday morning and is under investigation by Bridgewater Township Police.

2 Police Officers Promoted, 1 New Officer Hired In Bridgewater

On Thursday, Daniel Hennessey was promoted to Lieutenant and Michael Leight was promoted to Sergeant. Brandon Peralta was also sworn in.

Driver Loses Control, Veers Off I-78, Overturns In Bridgewater

The crash happened early on Friday morning on the eastbound side of the highway.

Public Asked For Feedback About Raritan Police Department

The public is invited to provide comments to the assessment team by telephone or email.

Police Crack Down On Texting, Distracted Driving In Somerset County

Put the Phone Away or Pay. This effort comes during April, which is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

Father, Son Admit To Setting Explosion, Injuring 1 In Manville

Thomas and Erich Kaiser detonated a homemade explosive device, injuring and hospitalizing a Bridgewater man on the July 4th weekend in 2024.

Bridgewater Cop Honored For Heroic Actions By Township Council

Officer Noah Allatt was honored with a video and three commendations for his actions on March 5.

Overturned Tractor Trailer On I-78 In Bedminster Closes Lane

Drivers are being asked to avoid the area on Tuesday morning as hazard mitigation and vehicle removal are ongoing.

Bridgewater Man Killed In Crash, Speeding Driver Charged: Prosecutor

Kavon Powell-Coleman, 35, of Plainfield, was charged with second-degree vehicular homicide and fourth-degree assault by auto.

Tree Falls On School Bus, 11 Students Injured In Tewksbury

A total of 11 patients were taken to a local hospital for further evaluation for injuries and reunification with parents on Friday.

Antisemitic Vandalism Found On Parked Car In Warren

"Let this serve as a clear reminder: Warren Township is an inclusive community," said Warren Police Chief Robert Ferreiro.

Gunshots Fired At Business On Route 22 In Watchung

The shooting was reported on Monday night. Watchung Police and Somerset County Prosecutor's Office are investigating.

Road Rage Driver Fires Gun At Car On Route 22 In North Plainfield: PD

Juliette A. Piscopo, 26, of Green Brook, was charged with 1st-degree attempted murder in connection with the road rage incident.

Somerset Co. Social Worker 'Tormented' For Being White, Catholic: Suit

Jennifer Sempervive is suing the Somerset County Board of Social Services, claiming she was subject to a "hostile work environment."

Hit-And-Run Driver Wanted For Hitting Drive-Thru Awning In Warren

The truck driver reportedly left the scene after hitting the awning, said police.

Motorcyclist Hospitalized, Seriously Injured In Route 22 Crash

The crash involving a motorcycle and a Tesla happened on Tuesday afternoon in Bridgewater.

Man Wanted On Burglary, Robbery Charges In Bridgewater

Corey Wesly was named the Fugitive of the Month for March 2025 by the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

Firefighters Battle House Fire In Watchung

The fire was reported around noon on Friday.

Man Used Crowbar To Break Into Businesses Across Somerset County: Cops

Emmanuel Tolentino, 26, of Scotch Plains, reportedly burglarized businesses in Somerville, Green Brook, N. Plainfield, Bridgewater & Warren.

Cop Rescues Trapped Driver Inside Burning Car On Rt. 22 In Bridgewater

Police released body cam video of the rescue after a car crashed into the back of a tanker truck before both caught fire on Wednesday.

Firefighters Battle 3-Alarm Fire In Bound Brook, School Evacuated

The fire at a two-story home off Vosseller Avenue was reported on Friday morning. See the video:

2 Injured After Van Overturns On I-287 In Bedminster

The crash happened on Tuesday afternoon.

Flemington Man Admits Strangling Teen To Sexually Assault Her: Report

Daniel E. White, 54, of Flemington, also admitted to having child sex abuse images for the past 20 years.

Man Burglarized Car, Found Hiding At Branchburg Motel: Police

Christopher J. Camargo, 32, of Ringoes, reportedly used the victim's credit/debit card at several nearby locations after the car burglary.

FOUND: Missing 'At Risk' 77-Year-Old Woman In Bridgewater

Police are searching for Bianca Ramirez who was last seen at the Adult Day Center on E Main Street at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Driver Cuts Across Route 22, Overturns In Bridgewater: Police

The 50-year-old woman from South Bound Brook was issued two summonses for careless driving and unsafe lane change.

Passenger Dies From Injuries In Car Crash With Tree In Bridgewater

A 90-year-old woman backed a car into a tree ejecting Karl Cochran, 61, of Bridgewater, who later died, said Bridgewater Police Thursday.

Brake Cleaner Explodes, Mechanic Burned At Bridgewater Car Dealership

The mechanic was taken to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick for his burns on Wednesday.

Driver Killed In Overturned Crash On Route 202 In Branchburg

A car on Route 202 reportedly entered the grass median, hit a drainage basin, and rolled over before knocking over a traffic light.

Man Buried For 30 Minutes Under Dirt Pile In Bridgewater

The construction worker recalls what happened when he was trapped and buried last week at Stavola Quarry in Bridgewater.