Crime & Safety
Essex County 911: Rideshare Sex Assault + Car Crimes + Scam Attempt Foiled
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).
Rideshare Driver Sexually Assaults Woman In Essex County: Police
'Suspicious Package' Found At Newark City Hall; Here's What It Was, Authorities Say
Find out what's happening in Newarkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
5 Arrested After Police Car Chase In Millburn, Springfield: Police
Car Crimes In Montclair: Suspicious Sedan, Stolen Vehicle, Soft-Top Burglary
Find out what's happening in Newarkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
$22K Motorcycle Stolen During West Caldwell Home Burglary: Police
2 Cars Stolen From Bloomfield Driveways Last Week, Police Say
Thief Ripped Off People Recovering From Addiction In Essex County: Police
Nutley Resident Foils Scam Attempt; See 2 Other Fraud Warnings From Police
'Suspicious Package' Found Inside Newark City Hall; Here's What It Was, Authorities Say https://t.co/SdoVXRsCxr
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