Car Theft Numbers Highest Countywide In Chatham Borough: Police

Police officials told council members at Monday's meeting the uptick in borough car thefts has jumped to an "alarming increase."

Increase In Bear Activity Reported In Chatham Township

Chatham Township Police offer tips on what to do if you encounter a black bear after a bear was spotted on Tuesday.

New Details On Fire That Destroyed Chatham Sandwich Shop

A deep fryer caught fire during the Wednesday morning blaze, according to police.

Fire Destroys Chatham Sandwich Shop, Business Plans To Rebuild

'The community of Chatham will be there for the Chatham Sandwich Shop as they rebuild,' says a GoFundMe helping the business.

2 New Cops Join Chatham Township Police Force

Carolina Kopacz and Jessica Cortez will join the ranks of Chatham's finest once they complete training.

Chatham Mail Theft: 1 Charged In 'Ongoing Investigation'

Mohammed Khan was charged in a Chatham township theft. There are similar thefts in neighboring towns, police said.

2 Women Officers Join Chatham's All-Male Police Department

Find out more about Chatham Township’s newest police recruits, Carolina Kopacz and Jessica Cortez, who will be the only women officers.

3 Car Thefts In Chatham Since Jan. 1: Police

Chatham Borough Police say two of the cars were taken on the same day.

Chatham Police Officers Honored For Theft, Burglary, Fire Cases

Chatham Township Police Detective Muta Blanford and Sgt. Scott Herchick, were each recognized with awards for their efforts in the cases.

Doorbell-Ringing Ploy Happening In Towns By Chatham: Police

Learn more about an attempted nearby home break-in, with Chatham Borough Police Department offering tips to prevent something similar.

Chatham Fire Departments Knock Out Tuesday Night Structure Fire

It took over three hours to extinguish with no injuries. The fire at a commercial property near River Road, remains under investigation.

DEA Special Agent Coaches Chatham Parents On Teen Drug Use Signs

The Madison Chatham Coalition is holding a free virtual event on Dec. 9, with a DEA Special Agent walking parents through a teen's room.

Man Faces Burglary Charges After Entering Chatham Car: Police

Shamar Owens, 19, now faces multiple charges in Chatham Township, according to the police department.

Man Charged In Chatham For Car, Bicycle Thefts

The Chatham Borough Police Department has charged a Summit man for taking a car and a bicycle in two separate incidents.

Parks Police For Chatham To Become Sheriffs Officers

Under a new resolution from the Morris County Commissioners, the county’s Park Police will merge with the Sheriff’s Office on Jan. 1.

Motorcyclist Has ‘Life-Threatening Injuries' From Chatham Crash

Chatham Borough’s Police Department reports several departments helped at the scene, the motorcyclist taken to Morristown Medical Center.

Chatham Twp. Named One of U.S. Safest Small Towns In 2021

SafeWise places Chatham Twp. among the nation's and state's safest towns, giving it a nod for its lack of violent crimes in 3 years.

Car Crash Leads To Chatham DWI Charges: Police

The police department reports that the responding officer obtained a warrant to have the driver's blood drawn while he was at the hospital.

Driver Crashes In Stolen Car After Police Pursuit Through Chatham

A Chatham Borough Police Officer ended up apprehending the unidentified man after a late night foot chase in the borough.

Man Sentenced For Chatham Burglaries, Car Thefts: Prosecutor

Elijah Lott, 23, who was sentenced on Thursday, faces more than 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to nine separate counts.

Fire Pit Ignites, Engulfs Chatham Home

This was one of two fire calls that Chatham Township and Borough fire departments responded to on Sept. 10.

Chatham Police Take Part In Specialized School Officer Training

In the two-day program, school resource officers were trained in patient care simulations and medical skill stations.

3 Cars, 1 Driver Rescued In Chatham After Ida

Cars ended up swamped from driving on one Ida-flooded street, Chatham Township Fire Department coming to the rescue of one of the drivers.

Brad Hayworth Promoted To Lieutenant In Chatham

Chatham Township’s Police Department may hire more officers, with some possible retirements ahead.

Chatham Police Weighs In On AG Disciplinary Report Directive

Chatham Township's chief said the department’s reports will be available on its website, per the Attorney General’s directive.

Kids Can Get ‘Caught’ In Chatham For Ice Cream

Children spotted wearing their bicycle helmets may receive an award for ice cream handed out by the Chatham Borough Police Department.

Chatham Fire Department Launches Instagram Page

The volunteer fire department focused on brotherhood and sisterhood with other departments in its first post.

Chatham Parent Charged With Trespassing At High School: Police

Days earlier at a school board meeting, he noted "I’m a person that this town believes is racist." He came back Friday, police said.

Man Charged With Harassment After Bias Incident In Chatham: Cops

Although few specific details are available, people reported the man to police for three separate incidents in one day.

Chatham Firm To Pay $250K After Former Agent Defrauded Investors

The agent was sentenced to 2 years in federal prison in August after netting nearly $800K in a 'cherry-picking' scheme.

Man Steals, Crashes Car From Chatham Township: Police

The driver tried to flee on foot after crashing the Audi SUV in New Providence, according to authorities.

Ex-Morris Co. Freeholder Candidate Pleads Guilty In Election Case

The state dropped the 2018 candidate's bribery charge, but the Office of Attorney General will recommend probation.

Multi-County Police Chase Ends With Chatham Crash: Authorities

The pursuit began in Union Township before the man crashed into a median on Rt. 24 in Chatham Borough, authorities said.

NJ Unveils Changes To Police Use-Of-Force Policies

The attorney general's guidelines address issues such as chokeholds, firing weapons and transparency of all use of force among police.

Chatham Man Hosts Teen Halloween Drinking Party: Police

J. Rai was charged for holding the party and for violating Governor Phil Murphy's executive order for COVID-19 gathering, police said.

Chatham Car Thief, Burglar, Caught: Morris County Prosecutor

The Morris County Auto Theft Task Force arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with the crimes, authorities said.

Library Will Host Seminar On Protecting Against Consumer Fraud

A representative from the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs will outline how to keep yourself safe from scams

Arrests Made After Chatham Township Burglaries: Police

One adult was arrested and two juveniles detained early this morning in Chatham Township, police said.

Chatham Township Police Investigating Burglary, Vehicle Theft

Police said the residence and stolen vehicle were left unlocked

Chatham Township Police Investigating Burglaries

Three burglaries were reported last weekend in Chatham Township