Crime & Safety

Essex County 911: Police Shooting + Fatal Hit-And-Run + Theft From School

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).

Controversy Boils Over Police Shooting; IDs Of Deceased Man, Officer Released

Fatal Hit-And-Run In Essex County, Bus Rider Struck By 2 Cars: Police

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Man Pardoned Of Assault Charge After Clash Outside Essex County Synagogue

Essex County Woman Stole $17K From NJ School, Prosecutors Allege

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Car Bumps Into Child In NJ Crosswalk, 11-Year-Old Not Hurt: Police

Water Main Break In Essex County Town: Road Closed, Discolored Water Possible

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