Prosecutor Takes Over Clark Police After Misconduct Allegations

This is the second police department in the county that the Union County Prosecutor's Office has taken over in the past week.

Man Charged With Aggravated Sexual Assault of Elderly Union Woman

Authorities say Richard Darby, 34, of Bronx, New York broke into a Union home and sexually assaulted an elderly woman during the burglary.

8 Ducklings Rescued By Clark Police, Reunited With 'Momma Duck'

Eight lucky ducks were saved after falling into a storm drain by Clark Police and reunited with their mom on Saturday afternoon.

Trapped Driver Rescued, Airlifted To Hospital After Clark Crash

It took Clark and Cranford firefighters 20 minutes to rescue the Toms River woman trapped inside a car on the Garden State Parkway.

High-End Vehicles Targeted In Clark

Police released two photos of a wanted person and a vehicle in connection with the burglaries.

SWAT Standoff With Shotgun-Wielding Union Man Ends Peacefully

Family members were hiding in a closet as an "erratic" and "distraught" man holding a shotgun was punching holes in the walls, police said.

Authorities Investigate Fatal Shooting In Linden

22-year-old Nadir Williams was found with multiple gunshot wounds shortly after midnight. He was taken to a hospital where he later died.

2 Women Stabbed By Family Member Sunday In Linden: Police

One woman suffered serious injuries and the other minor injuries. Both were hospitalized.

Linden Cop Car Collides With Truck, Officer Taken To Hospital

The 5-vehicle serious crash sent three people to area hospitals including the Linden Police Officer who was suffering from serious injuries.

Man Sets Gas Can On Fire, Threatens Linden Residents: Police

Desmond E. Hodge, 47, of Southampton Twp. was charged with second-degree aggravated arson and second-degree making terroristic threats.

Elizabeth Pedestrian Hit By Box Truck, Killed

The fatal pedestrian crash on Saturday night is being investigated by the Union County Prosecutor's Office.

Man Found Fatally Shot On Linden Street, Authorities Investigate

Union County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest.

Owner Escapes, Dog Dies In Clark House Fire

The Clark Fire Department was able to get the family dog out of the home but it did not survive on Monday.

Linden Bar Charged With Violating Coronavirus Order

An Elizabeth liquor store was also charged, according to the State Attorney General.

Linden Police Seek Help Identifying Man In Critical Condition

The unidentified man suffered a medical episode on April 23, Linden Police said.

L’Oreal Donates Decontamination System To Clark Fire Department

This important equipment allows the first responders to decontaminate the bays, personnel protective equipment, the apparatus and vehicles.

Coronavirus In Union County: 481 Deaths, 10,484 Cases

The latest on the coronavirus outbreak in Union County as of Wednesday, April 22.

Dead Dog Found Inside Suitcase At Linden Park

Linden Police are asking the public for help after a dead dog was found inside a suitcase at a local park.

SUV Crashes Through Garwood Nail Salon

An SUV crashed through the front of a nail salon in Garwood on Wednesday afternoon.

Hazmat Responds To Harmful Smell, Gas Leak At Clark Chipotle

Clark Firefighters arrived with police and EMS to the Chipotle where several people said they were overcome by a smell.

Clark Firehouse Closes To Public, Coronavirus Precautions Taken

Firefighters will be wearing respiratory protection while responding to calls. The firehouse will also remain closed to the public.

Driver Crashes Into Garwood Cop Car, Charged With DWI: Police

The marked Garwood patrol car was hit by a blue Jeep Patriot while on Walnut Street.

Trapped Driver Rescued After SUV Crashes Into Tree In Clark

Clark Firefighters helped rescue a driver trapped inside an Acura SUV after it crashed into a tree off the Garden State Parkway Friday.

8 Drug, Shoplifting Arrests Made In Clark

Clark Police reported arresting nine people on charges including drug possession, shoplifting and obstruction recently.

Clark Man Among 3 Arrested For DUI

A Clark man was among three charged with driving under the influence in the township, police report.

Garwood Fire Department To Host Wet Down

The wet down on May 16 will include food, drink, and entertainment.

Car Burglary, Shoplifting, Resisting Arrest Reported In Clark

The Clark Police reported making five arrests recently on charges of shoplifting, drug possession, resisting arrest and more.

1 Case Of Hate, Anti-Semitism Reported In Clark In 2019

In 2019, there were 216 incidents of hate, extremism and anti-Semitism reported in New Jersey - one case was in Clark.

13 Union County Overdoses Linked To Large Drug Bust

A Union man was among three to be arrested after police found enough drugs to kill 3.5 million – half of the state's population.

Forgery, Drugs, Shoplifting Reported In Clark

Clark Police reported making multiple arrests on charges of forgery, shoplifting and drug possession.

1 Clark Priest Named On The 'Credibly Accused' List

ProPublica has released the most comprehensive list yet of clergy credibly accused of sex abuse. Here is the 1 with Clark ties.

Garwood Driver Was Almost 4 Times Over Limit, Charged With DWI

Marc Atkinson, 33, of Garwood was charged on Super Bowl Sunday after leaving a borough restaurant, police said.

Garwood Man Charged With Stealing Car In Borough

Jose A. Rolon, 30, of Garwood was charged with receiving stolen property, police said.

Garwood Woman Dies After Being Hit By Car In Crosswalk: Police

Nedra I. Clark, 65, from Garwood died from her injuries after being hit by a car on Thursday night in the borough.

Clark Woman Among 3 Charged With Drug Possession

A cell phone was also reportedly stolen from a patron of L.A. Fitness recently.

3 Clark Stores Evacuated For High Carbon Monoxide Readings

3 stores in Clark Commons were evacuated due to high carbon monoxide readings​ on Wednesday afternoon, Clark Fire Chief Frank Cerasa said.

Investigation Continues Into Fatal Wrong-Way Crash On Route 1&9

A 2020 Chevy Silverado and a 2005 2-door Honda Civic hit head-on on Route 1&9 on the northbound side, killing the driver of the Civic.

Roselle Man Indicted For Setting String Of Fires In Linden: Cops

Marcus D. Wise, 30, of Roselle was found with a lighter, a piece of cardboard, and a can of WD-40 last summer, authorities said.

Former Clark Man Stole $75K From Relative's Inheritance: Police

After his sister died, Anthony DiRobbio was named trustee to an inheritance fund for her grandson. He is charged with draining the account.

FOUND: Missing 14-Year-Old Linden Girl

Jaidaa Ali, 14, of Linden has been found safe. She had been missing since Thursday in the area near Linden High School.