Thieves Steal $1,200 In Meat From Montclair Supermarket: Police

Store personnel said they learned about the missing meat while conducting an audit, Montclair police reported.

Montclair Home Burglarized Over Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend: Police

It appears that the intruder entered the home through a second-floor bathroom window, Montclair police said.

Juveniles Vandalized Parking Deck In Montclair, Police Say

Four juveniles on electric bicycles were captured on surveillance video vandalizing the Midtown Parking Deck, police said.

Montclair Apartment Burglarized: Stolen Items Include Safe, Xbox

A Montclair resident’s apartment was burglarized – possibly by someone with a set of keys, police said.

Fight Between Juveniles Sparks Social Media Posts In Glen Ridge: PD

A fight between two juveniles in Essex County that took place after a party sparked posts on social media – and an advisory from police.

Fire At Verizon Building In Montclair; Officials Investigate Cause

Firefighters arrived to find smoke on multiple floors of the building. Here’s what happened next, authorities said.

Montclair Building Vandalized; Cops Probe Potential 'Bias Incident'

Montclair police found a smoldering pile of items and graffiti that included a swastika, a phallic symbol and “Free Diddy.”

Montclair Woman Tore Down Greek Flags, Thought They Were Israeli: PD

A TikToker posted a video of herself ripping down flags outside a diner. She was charged with bias intimidation and harassment, police said.

Nearly $5K In Meat, Seafood Stolen From Montclair Supermarket: Police

The groceries were stolen during three separate shoplifting incidents, the store manager told Montclair police.

Car Crimes Reported In Montclair: Botched Theft, Burglary Arrests

An attempted car theft and a vehicle burglary involving multiple suspects were recently reported in Montclair, police said.

Essex County 911: Evacuations + Homicides + Stabbing + Fatal Crash

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

Burglar Enters Montclair Home; No Stolen Items Reported: Police

“The window appeared to have been opened by force with a tool,” Montclair police said.

Montclair Apartment Building Evacuated Due To Carbon Monoxide

MFD: “Dangerous levels” of carbon monoxide were found in the basement and “elevated levels” of the gas were found in the hallways.

Montclair Resident Shocked By Teen Home Intruder In Mask: Police

A Montclair woman was making her morning coffee when a youth in a black mask peeked around her basement door, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Shooting + Missing Persons + School Threat + Crash

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

$1M Car Theft Ring Targeted Essex County Towns, Among Others: UCPO

Theft and possession of stolen cars took place in Irvington, Maplewood, Montclair and Newark, as well as other NJ towns, authorities said.

Montclair Cops Warn About Ongoing Email Scam (What To Know)

Here’s what to do if you get one of these suspicious emails, Montclair police said.

Workers At Montclair Business Scare Away Burglar: Police

Employees at a business in Montclair interrupted a burglary-in-progress, sending the intruder fleeing, police said.

Man Exposes Himself To Employee At Montclair Store: Police

A man flashed a woman who was working at a local convenience store in Montclair, then ran away, police said.

Montclair Business’ Door Damaged During Break-In Attempt: Police

Someone apparently tried to break into a Montclair business with a crowbar, authorities said.

Debit Cards Stolen From Gym Customer’s Car In Montclair: Police

The victim said his car keys were taken from the men’s locker room, Montclair police stated.

Car Stolen During Break-In At Montclair Home: Police

The vehicle was found unoccupied in Bergen County a few days later, Montclair police said.

Assault Victim's Teeth Knocked Out In Montclair: Police

The man was found semi-conscious with severe facial injuries, Montclair police said.

Essex County 911: Airport Knife Attack + Cliff Fall + Lightning Strike

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

Big Rock Links 2 Montclair Home Intrusions, Police Say

MPD: A Montclair resident scared off three alleged burglars, but one of them took a big stone from the property. Here’s where it ended up.

Man Seen ‘Pleasuring Himself’ In Montclair Pharmacy Parking Lot: PD

A woman spotted a man masturbating between two donation bins in the parking lot, Montclair police said.

Hiker Falls Off Cliff At Mills Reservation In Montclair, Cedar Grove

Emergency responders successfully carried out a risky, “high-angle” rescue operation to retrieve the injured person, authorities said.

Montclair Home Burglarized While Owners Were On Vacation: Police

The thieves apparently made their way into the home through a window, Montclair police said.

Burglaries Reported At Montclair Home, Apartment Building: Police

A burglary took place in the basement of an apartment building, and another happened at a local home, Montclair police said.

Arguments Over Sandwich, Vaping Turn Violent In Montclair: Police

MPD: A customer and an employee got into dispute over the price of a sandwich. A confrontation took place at a restaurant over “vaping.”

Essex County 911: Storm Damage + Fatal Shooting + Deadly Crashes

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

Cars Stolen From Maplewood, South Amboy Seen In Montclair: Police

A gas station worker and a police officer recently had encounters with stolen vehicles in Montclair, police said.

Home Burglary, Attempted Burglary In Montclair: Police

The suspects fled the scene at both homes, Montclair police said.

Victim Slugged In Face, Robbed In Montclair: Police

A man robbed a victim and hit him several times in the face in Montclair, police said.

Montclair Sees Wave Of Burglaries, Car Crimes: Police

MPD: Recent incidents include home burglaries, stolen cars, a police chase and a man who broke a vehicle’s window with a bat.

Montclair Resident Scares Off Home Intruder: Police

A Montclair resident told police that he saw someone outside of his bedroom door holding a flashlight. Here’s what happened next.

Home Burglary, Attempted Burglary Reported In Montclair: Police

A home burglary in Montclair also involved a stolen car, police said. An attempted home burglary also recently took place in town.

FedEx Driver Robbed In Montclair While Making Deliveries: Police

A FedEx delivery driver was the victim of a “strong-arm robbery” in Montclair, authorities said.

Burglars Smash Their Way Into Montclair Home: Police

A Montclair resident heard crashing sounds – followed by his home alarm activating. Here’s what happened next, authorities say.

2 Men Flee Police After Breaking Into Car In Montclair: MPD

Montclair police arrived on the scene to find a stolen car idling in the middle of the street, authorities said.