Crime & Safety
Essex County 911: Shooting + Driver Flees Cops + Greenhouse Fire + Scammed In Parking Lot
Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County's recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.
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).
Fatal Shooting In Essex County, Man Found With Multiple Gunshot Wounds
Essex County Driver Found Guilty, Fled Police – Twice, Prosecutors Say
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North Jersey Town Has 5th Water Main Break In 2 Weeks: See Locations
Greenhouse Fire Nearly Sets Essex County Home Ablaze, Authorities Say
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Man Swindled In North Jersey Parking Lot, Pair Steals $10K Necklace: Police
Car Stolen In Essex County While Owner Asks For Directions, Police Say

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