Crime & Safety

Essex County 911: Fatal Fire + Bus Crash + Homeless Man Assaulted

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County's recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

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A two-vehicle crash involving an overturned school bus took place near the border of Verona and Montclair on Feb. 24, 2025.
A two-vehicle crash involving an overturned school bus took place near the border of Verona and Montclair on Feb. 24, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Verona Police Department)

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).

Boat Fire Kills 2, Injures 1 In North Jersey; Investigation Continues

2 Hurt After School Bus Crash Near Montclair, Verona Border

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NJ Security Guard Assaulted Homeless Man Accused Of Shoplifting

2 Masked Men Carjack Driver In Newark; Police Search For Suspects

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Burglars Hit Montclair Home, Business: Police

Meat Thieves Strike Again At Essex County Supermarket: Police

Woman Tried To Pass Phony Check At Livingston Bank: Police

Car Stolen In Nutley Crashes In Bloomfield: Police

Multiple Package Thefts In NJ Town; Cops Arrest Suspect

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