Woman Attacked While Walking Home From Newark Bus Stop; Police Search For Suspect

VIDEO: The suspect repeatedly punched her in the face and body, police said, asking for the public’s help identifying him.

Fatal Shooting Claims Man’s Life In Newark, Police Investigation Continues

A probe into the shooting is ongoing, authorities said.

Fake Bail Scam Resurfaces In Essex County, Families Of Arrestees Targeted

Essex County Prosecutor: "With the advent of criminal justice reform in New Jersey, bail is a thing of the past in virtually all instances."

FOUND: Newark Police Search For Missing NJ Woman Who Takes Bus To Rutherford For Work

Police and family members asked for help finding a missing woman in North Jersey.

Newark Homeless Encampment To Be Cleared Out, Officials Said

The city is working with the New Jersey Department of Transportation to clear the site, according to officials.

Newark’s Latest Fugitive Sweep Nets Several Arrests; Charges Include Assault, Robbery, Carjacking

There was an eight percent reduction in violent crime from May to August, as compared to the same time last year in Newark, police said.

Violent, Disruptive Passenger Duct-Taped To Seat On NJ-Bound Flight, Reports Say

The Arizona man was removed from the American Airlines flight in Baltimore and has since been fired from his job, reports said.

Essex County 911: Fake FBI Agents + Bus Crash + Neglected Dogs + Stolen Cars

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

Robbers Posed As 'FBI Agents' During Newark Home Invasion: Police

When the victim opened the door, the suspects rushed inside, pushed her down onto the couch and ransacked her apartment, police said.

Video Shows Man Hurl Flowerpot Into Victim’s Face In Newark

Police continue to seek help identifying the suspect in the video, who is wanted for aggravated assault.

Newark’s Drop In Homicides Is Leading The Nation, New Data Shows

Homicides also decreased in other major U.S. cities, including Raleigh, Baltimore, Arlington, Boston, Miami and Washington D.C.

1 Dead, 2 Wounded After Attempted Murder-Suicide In Newark: Authorities

The shooting took place at an apartment building, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Water Rescues + Road Rage + Bus Rider Beaten Up

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

Bus Rider Beaten Unconscious In Newark, Police Search For Assailants

A group of people attacked and robbed a man as he got off a bus in Newark, authorities said.

Murder, Attempted Murder Convictions In Newark: Man Shot In Wheelchair, Shooting Outside Bar

A man in a wheelchair was shot several times. A shooting took place outside of a local bar. Both have resulted in convictions.

Bystanders, Cops Save Girl’s Life At Branch Brook Park: Sheriff

A 5-year-old girl was rescued from the water. Here’s what happened, authorities say.

Newark Cops Make Nearly 2 Dozen Arrests During Latest Warrant Sweep

NPD: Arrestees are accused of crimes including attempted murder, assault and illegal weapon possession.

Newark Gunman Who Shot Man's Back In Broad Daylight Found Guilty Of Murder

The verdict comes just over a year after an argument in the street turned fatal.

$500K Armored NJ Police Truck Stolen, Taken For Joyride, Police Say

The BearCat vehicle caused $13,000 in damages when leaving the parking facility, authorities said.

35 Pounds Of Hidden Fentanyl Found In Newark Duo's Compartment: Cops

The pair was trafficking fentanyl and cocaine out of a residential building, police say.

NJ Man Raped Bus Rider, Attacked Nun During Robbery Spree In Newark: Police

A man allegedly punched and robbed a nun. Later that morning, he robbed a woman at gunpoint and sexually assaulted her, police say.

$8M Car Theft Ring Busted In North Jersey, Prosecutors Say

The ring allegedly stole dozens of cars and sold them overseas – often burglarizing homes to get the key fobs, authorities said.

Teenage Girl Shot In Newark, Police Search For Suspect

A 36-year-old woman has been charged with attempted murder in connection with the shooting of a 17-year-old girl, police said.

Stabbing Suspect Arrested In Branch Brook Park, Man Charged With Attempted Murder

A New Jersey man faces several charges in connection with a domestic violence incident, police said.

Gunfire Reported At Park In Newark, No Victims Found: Police

The Essex County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident, Newark police said.

Bluetooth With Frightening Name Forces Plane To Return To NJ Mid-Flight

Security came to inspect the plane after someone named their Bluetooth a “certain four-letter word," according to air traffic control audio.

‘Out Of Control’ ICE Agents Pepper Sprayed Senator, Sherrill Says

Arrests and demonstrations continue after an intense clash between ICE, protestors, and lawmakers broke out on Memorial Day, reports say.

Man Dies After Getting Caught In Machine At Newark Business, Police Say

Firefighters freed the man from the machine but he died at the scene, police said.

My Statement on the Violence at the Islamic Center in San Diego, California

As a society, we must work hard to organize humanity to condemn and eradicate White supremacy, racism, and Islamophobia from communities.

NJ Man Sexually Assaulted 3 Women In Newark, Sentenced To Prison

He told the victims that their families were in danger from gangs – and they’d be protected if they had sex with him, prosecutors say.

Essex County 911: Plane Hits Truck + Devastating Fire + Hit-And-Run

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

Newark Man Missing For 2 Weeks, Police Ask For Help Finding Him

He was last seen on North 5th Street between Dickerson Street and Sussex Avenue, police said.

Plane Hits Semitrailer And Light Pole On NJ Turnpike; Driver Injured

The truck driver was taken to a hospital, according to Port Authority.

Unruly Passenger On United Flight Detained In Newark After Altercation

The passenger was taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation.

NJ Woman Killed When 2 Cars Crash Into Laundromat

The victim was sitting inside the laundromat when two cars crashed through the front of the business, authorities said.

Woman Dies In Fatal Fire In Newark, 2 Other People Injured

A fire killed a woman and injured two other people in Essex County.

Essex County 911: Massive Fire + Child Sex Abuse + Speeding Crackdown

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

Essex County Man Sexually Abused Child, Sentenced To Prison

The 42-year-old man abused the child multiple times – starting when the victim was 11, prosecutors said.

Newark Teen Missing For Nearly 2 Weeks, Police Search Continues

PD: The missing teen – a Newark resident – is known to visit Elizabeth, Clark and Rahway. She may be traveling with two other people.

Latest Police Warrant Sweep In Newark Ends With Wave Of Arrests

Several people accused of committing violent crimes in Newark were arrested and charged, authorities said.