Essex County 911: Triple Shooting + Fatal Crash + Stolen Cars

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

Land Rover Stolen Near Brookdale Park, Recovered Next Day: Police

A car was stolen in Montclair while its owner was in the county-run park, which is also located in Bloomfield.

2 Attempted Burglaries In Montclair; Dogs Foil One Suspect: Police

It hasn’t been the first time a barking dog alerted a Montclair resident about a burglary, according to police.

Essex County 911: Murderer Convicted + Fatal Shooting + Scams

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

Package Thief Steals Expensive Gold Ring In Montclair: Police

Someone stole an 18-karat gold ring encrusted with small diamonds from a Montclair residence, police said.

Burglar Swipes $200 From Montclair Homeowner’s Purse: Police

All that was seen was his feet, police say.

Man Says ‘Random’ Woman Pepper Sprayed Him In Montclair: Police

Montclair police got a report about a man running in and out of traffic. They arrived at the scene to find that he’d been pepper sprayed.

Montclair Lawyer Convicted Of Murdering Mother Of His Child

James Ray shot his longtime girlfriend when she returned home after dropping their daughter off at school. Then he fled the country.

Essex County 911: Deadly Shootings + Hit By Train + School Lockdown

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

Montclair Police Saw 2 ‘Major Discipline’ Cases In 2022, Report Says

A Montclair police officer was suspended for 101 days last year. Another was suspended for 10 days. Here’s why, a new report says.

Wig-Wearing Package Thief Strikes In Montclair: Police

He was wearing an orange wig, Montclair police said.

Cops Find ‘Child Sex Abuse Material’ In Dorm At Montclair State

A Montclair State University student has been accused of trying to sexually exploit underage children with fake social media accounts.

Essex County 911: Carjacking + Domestic Violence + Dogs vs. Burglars

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

Montclair Man Accused Of Sex Assault At North Jersey Hotel

A Montclair man has been accused of sexually assaulting someone he met through an online dating app last year, authorities said.

Man Pepper Sprayed In Montclair Supermarket Parking Lot: Police

The victim told officers he didn’t know the person who pepper sprayed him, Montclair police said.

Man Grabs Hundreds In Cash From Register At Montclair Gas Station

A worker at a gas station in Montclair went to ring up a bag of chips and opened the register. Here’s what happened next, police said.

3 Suspicious Incidents Reported At Montclair Homes: Police

Three suspicious incidents that may have involved burglary attempts were reported at homes in Montclair, police said.

Fire On Roof Of Montclair Police Building; No Injuries, Officials Say

A fire took place on the roof of the Montclair Police Department building on Bloomfield Avenue.

2 Burglaries, Home Intrusion Reported In Montclair: Police

Two burglaries and a home intrusion were reported in Montclair last week, authorities said.

Car Stolen While Owner Eats At Montclair Restaurant: Police

Montclair police later found the stolen car. Here’s where, authorities said.

Group Of Men Assault Woman, Man In Montclair: Police

A group of men dragged another man down a flight of stairs, then attacked a woman when she saw the assault take place, police said.

Ex-Mail Carrier Admits Stealing Checks, Cards In Montclair And Verona

An Essex County man stole credit cards and stimulus checks from the mail while working as a U.S. Postal Service carrier, prosecutors said.

Montclair Resident Catches Man Urinating On His Lawn: Police

The resident said he tried to take a photo, but had the phone slapped out of his hand and was nearly punched, Montclair police said.

Essex County 911: Fatal Shootings + Stabbing + Missing People

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

Home Burglary, Attempted Burglary On Same Day In Montclair: Police

A burglary and an attempted burglary were reported at Montclair homes, police said.

Cash Stolen, Door Forced Open During Montclair Home Burglary: Police

An apartment on Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair was burglarized, authorities said.

Montclair Car Valet Tried To Stop ‘Strong-Arm Robbers,’ Police Say

MPD: Three men stole keys from a box outside a restaurant in Montclair. They pushed a valet to the ground when he tried to stop them.

Essex County 911: Stolen Cars + Intruders + Check Is NOT In The Mail

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

NJ Men Stole 200 Checks From Mailboxes In Montclair, Verona: Police

More than $2.28 million worth of checks were stolen. Police have charged men from Bloomfield and East Orange in connection with the thefts.

Woman Assaulted As She Sits On Bench In Montclair: Police

The victim said she was sitting on a bench when two other women attacked her, Montclair police said.

Montclair Home Damaged After Kitchen Sink Was Plugged Up: Police

Someone entered the property, plugged the kitchen sink and turned the water on, Montclair police said.

‘Unknown White Powder’ Found At 3 Spots In Montclair: Police

Montclair police found packages with a mystery powder inside, which were marked “69,” “B” and “C.”

$4K Of Heavy Landscaping Slates Stolen From Back Yard In Montclair: PD

The slates weigh about 80 pounds each, Montclair police said.

Teen Arrested, Charged After 2 Luxury Cars Stolen In Montclair

A Ferrari and Lamborghini were stolen from a residence near the Montclair-Cedar Grove border. An arrest was made in the case, police said.

Missing Teen Found, Cedar Grove Police Say (Updated)

Cedar Grove police are searching for a missing 14-year-old, authorities announced Tuesday.

Teen Found Bloody, Unconscious After Scuffle In Montclair: Police

Witnesses said the teen was punched, fell and struck his head on the pavement, according to the Montclair Police Department.

2 Home Burglary Attempts Reported On Same Day In Montclair: Police

Someone tried to enter a Montclair home through a back door. Another resident reported a home invasion attempt on the same day, police said.

Montclair Officials Decry Attack On Nearby Jewish Synagogue

“Many of our Montclair families worship at Temple Ner Tamid,” the district’s superintendent said.

Montclair Resident Reports Attempted Burglary After Seeing Video

An unsuccessful home burglary attempt was caught on surveillance video in Montclair, police said.

Montclair Cops Make Arrest After Car Stolen Near Drug Store: Police

A pair of cars were stolen in Montclair, although both were eventually recovered – one with the help of local police, authorities said.