NJ Man Beat Mother To Death At Condo In Maplewood, Found Guilty: ECPO

A New Jersey man with a history of gambling and substance abuse killed his mother to inherit $9 million, Essex County prosecutors said.

Home Burglary Reported In Maplewood; Investigation Continues

A home burglary recently took place in Maplewood, police said.

Man Robbed Walking Through Chyzowych Field In Maplewood: Police

Three men robbed a victim as he was walking in Maplewood, authorities said.

3 Teens Charged With Burglary, Trespassing In Maplewood

Maplewood police apprehended three teens after they were spotted trespassing on driveways and entering a vehicle, authorities said.

Woman Encounters Knife-Wielding Juveniles In Maplewood: Police

“Let me get in the car,” one of the juveniles told the woman, brandishing a knife at her, Maplewood police said.

Stolen ATM Found Stripped Of Cash In Maplewood: Police

Someone recently stole a cash machine from a business in Maplewood, authorities said. Here's where it was found.

Maplewood Cops Find Man Destroying Vehicle With Bat: Police

Emergency crisis negotiators were able to talk a man off a ledge of a four-story parking garage in Maplewood, authorities said.

NJ Principal Grabbed Student, Pushed Her Against Wall: Complaint

Frank Sanchez, principal of Columbia High School, pleaded not guilty to several charges after he was arrested earlier this week.

Maplewood HS Principal Charged With Assault: Prosecutor

Columbia High School principal Frank Sanchez was arrested Monday and charged with child endangerment and simple assault, prosecutors said.

Chinese Restaurant Delivery Driver Robbed In Maplewood: Police

The suspect placed a call for a delivery. When the worker showed up, he robbed them, police said.

Maplewood Homeowner Catches 2 Intruders In Afternoon: Police

Maplewood police shared their reports from the past week.

Essex County Towns Issue New Advisories On Canadian Wildfire Smoke

NJ skies turned yellow from smoke Wednesday as the state extended its air quality alert. See the new advisories on how to stay healthy.

Maplewood Cancels Wednesday Outdoor Programming Due To Wildfires

Maplewood has canceled outdoor recreaton programming for Wednesday because of air quality issues related to the Canadian wildfires.

Stranger Enters Maplewood Home, Steals Car Keys, Takes BMW: Police

A car was stolen overnight in Maplewood last week, and 3 cars were burglarized in a 3-day period, police said.

Man Robbed After Using ATM At Bank Of America In Maplewood: Police

A man was held up after he left the Bank of America ATM machine in Maplewood, police said.

Roads In Maplewood Close Monday Morning For Memorial Day 2023 Parade

Roads will close in Maplewood Monday morning. Plan an alternate route.

Teens In Ski Masks Caught Entering Cars In Maplewood

The Maplewood police released their reports from the past week, ranging from a computer theft from the Community Pool to break-ins.

Police See Man Walking In Stolen Sandals: Maplewood Crime Roundup

The Maplewood police released a roundup of thefts and burglaries for the first week in May.

Police Seek Suspect In Maplewood Break-In Early On Monday Morning

A homeowner encountered someone trying to get into the window early Monday morning in Maplewood.

Woman Robbed While Waiting For Gas In Maplewood; 2 Suspects Sought

The Maplewood police said they're seeking 2 men or teens in connection with a robbery at a gas station Thursday evening.

Motorcycle Stolen, Wawa Arrest: Maplewood Police Items

The Maplewood police shared a few items from their reports this week.

Man Who Allegedly Assaulted Woman At Maplewood Diner Arrested: Police

After weeks of searching for a man who allegedly threw bleach at a woman at the Maplewood Diner, police say they've made an arrest.

Hydrant Flushing In Maplewood May Cause Discolored Water: What To Do

Maplewood's fire hydrants may be tested through the end of the week, and this may decrease your water pressure. Here's what to do.

Three Car Thefts Reported In Maplewood In 1 Week

The Maplewood police released reports from the middle of April, including three car thefts on different streets. Two of the cars were found.

3 Suspects Sought In Violent Maplewood Carjacking: Police

A suspect told a woman she had something "hanging out of her trunk" in Maplewood. Then 2 others pulled her friend out of the car, cops say.

Where To Dump Leftover Drugs In Maplewood So Kids Don't Get Them

Each Essex County town has a place to drop off prescriptions, and they'll be discarded in an environmentally friendly way. See the list.

Man Jumps Fence, Drives Car Out Of Maplewood Tow Yard: Police

The Maplewood police released reports from the first half of April, including car thefts and burglaries.

Man Charged In Fight At Maplewood Wawa: Police

A man was charged after a fight in the Wawa parking lot in Maplewood last Tuesday, police said.

Woman Asks Police To Reopen Case Of Sister Murdered In Maplewood

A Columbia High School student who was strangled in Maplewood in 1966 will have a bench dedicated to her. Her sister still wants answers.

Maplewood Diner Employee Recovering After Bleach Thrown In Her Face

Staff at the Maplewood Diner said a former job applicant threw bleach in an employee's face.

Man Robbed At Gunpoint In Maplewood At ATM: Police

The Maplewood police said someone in a ski mask pointed a gun at a man withdrawing money and demanded the cash.

Jeep Stolen While Driver Runs Into Maplewood Store: Police

The Maplewood police released details of reports from the last week in March, including a theft of a vehicle that was recovered days later.

2 More Car Thefts Reported In Maplewood: Police

Maplewood police informed residents about two car thefts, one over the weekend and one earlier in March.

Maplewood Wedding Dress Maker Enters Plea In Theft Of Services Charges

Customers told Maplewood police that a local dressmaker hadn't given them their wedding gowns. She was taken to jail this week, police say.

Maplewood Official Arrested In Connection With False Bathroom Bids

Maplewood's public works superintendent was charged last week in connection with bids submitted on a bathroom project, a complaint says.

One Car Theft And 2 DWI Arrests In Maplewood: Police

A car left running was stolen and 2 people were charged with DWI in Maplewood last week, police said.

Family Slaying In North Jersey Brings Domestic Violence Deaths To 10

Seven women and 3 children have died in domestic slayings in 2023 in NJ. Advocates say there are ways to help before problems escalate.

Thief Foiled In Attempt To Steal Kia In Maplewood

The Maplewood police reported at least five car break-ins in Maplewood in the past week, with two cars stolen and several burglarized.

Thieves Take Keys From Maplewood Home, Then Swipe 2 BMWs: Police

Police said that someone stole keys from a Maplewood home overnight and made off with two BMW's.

Lockdown At High School In Maplewood Was Caused By 'Unruly' Man: Cops

A Union man was charged after a car hit a tree in Maplewood last weekend, police said.