Newark Police Move Property, Evidence Division To New Location

All prisoner property must be picked up at the new location starting Monday, police said.

Missing Newark Girl, 14, Found Unharmed: Police (UPDATED)

Police previously reported that the missing teen may have left the state on public transportation. She has since been found.

Essex County Man Raped Girlfriend’s Young Daughter, Faces Lengthy Jail Sentence

The victim was sitting on her porch and went to get an ice pop. Her attacker followed her inside and raped her, prosecutors said.

Newark Woman Accused Of Sex Trafficking Teen Girl

Four women have been accused of "human trafficking" a teenage girl. Three have been arrested and one remains at-large, prosecutors said.

Wave Of Arrests In Newark: Attempted Murder, Robbery, Assault Among Charges

Newark police announced another wave of arrests on Tuesday. Here’s what the accused were charged with.

Devastating Fire In Newark Leaves Dozens Homeless, Fundraiser Launched

Dozens of Newark residents – including kids and families – “lost everything” in an apartment building fire. Here’s how to help them recover.

Missing Newark Boy, 11, Located Unharmed: Police (UPDATE)

Police asked for the public's help finding a missing 11-year-old boy in Essex County. He has since been found safe.

Missing Man Last Seen Near Military Park Has Been Found Safe: Police (UPDATED)

The 66-year-old man was reported missing on Friday, police said.

E-Bike Rider Shoots At Another Bicycle Rider In Newark, Police Say

Officers saw a man on an electric bike fire a gun at another e-bike rider in Essex County. Police are searching for the alleged shooter.

Newark Man Assaulted Ex-Girlfriend In Glen Ridge, Threatened Her Life: ECPO

An Essex County man assaulted and threatened to kill his ex-girlfriend, prosecutors said. A jury has reached a verdict on the charges.

3 Cops Hospitalized After Shooting Near Hotel In Irvington: Authorities

A woman was also hospitalized after the police-involved shooting, authorities said.

Missing Newark Woman Last Seen At Irvington Restaurant, May Have Suffered Diabetic Episode: PD

A missing NJ woman was last seen at a local restaurant. She may have suffered a diabetic episode as part of her disappearance, police said.

3 Sentenced After Murder In Newark, Shooters Fled Scene In Stolen Car: Prosecutors

The shooters fired 13 shots at the victim then fled the scene in a stolen car, Essex County prosecutors said.

Woman Attacked, Robbed As She Got Off Bus In Newark: Police

Three women attacked and robbed someone. When the victim followed them to get her belongings back, she was assaulted again, police said.

Newark Cops Made Several Violent Crime Arrests Last Month (See The List)

One suspect was charged with five counts of attempted murder. Other suspects face charges including aggravated assault and robbery.

Essex County 911: Man Kills Stepfather + Boy Shot + Restaurant Burglary

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

Missing Newark Teen Last Seen More Than A Month Ago, Police Say

The missing Newark juvenile may be in Irvington, police said.

Newark Man Killed Stepfather After Being Asked To Leave Home, Found Guilty Of Murder

The convicted man was living in his stepfather’s home at the time. He was asked to leave two days before the shooting, prosecutors said.

Vendor Planned To Cook At Newark Festival – Then Someone Stole Their Van, Police Say

Someone stole a vendor’s van filled with kitchen items the night before a large festival in Newark, authorities say.

Burglar Steals $10,000 From Dunkin' Donuts In Newark, Flees When Delivery Driver Arrives: Police

The burglary was captured on surveillance video, police said.

Boy Shoots Himself In Hand After Finding Family Member’s Gun, Newark Police Say

A 7-year-old child was hospitalized with self-inflicted gunshot injury in Essex County, authorities said.

NJ Man Lied About Newark Robbery, Stumbled Into Liquor Store To Call Cops: Police

It isn’t the first time that police have accused someone of falsely reporting a robbery in New Jersey's largest city this year.

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.

'Suspicious Package' Found At Newark City Hall; Here's What It Was, Authorities Say

The item wasn't a hazard to visitors or employees, Newark police said.

Thief Ripped Off People Recovering From Addiction In Newark: Police

Someone stole money and other items from residents of a drug and alcohol treatment program at a nonprofit in Newark, authorities say.

139 New Correctional Officers Graduate Academy In NJ

New Jersey’s state prisons are about to get a new wave of correctional officers. The new class includes 126 men and 13 women.

NJ Man Accused Of Fatally Shooting Ex-Girlfriend In Newark Apartment

The alleged shooter fled the scene. He surrendered himself to police later that day, authorities said.

East Orange Man Who Shot 2 Newark Cops Sentenced To Prison

An Essex County man opened fire on two police officers, wounding both. He pleaded guilty to first-degree attempted murder.

ICE Arrests 4 Convicted Child Sex Offenders In New Jersey

ICE agents in New Jersey recently arrested four registered sex offenders. Deportation proceedings have begun, authorities say.

Essex County Prison Officers Won't Face Charges After Death Of Inmate

An inmate died at the Essex County Correctional Facility, sparking criticism from advocates – and a lawsuit.

Crime Dropped In New Jersey Last Year, Latest FBI Data Shows

Crime plunged nationwide in 2024, according to new data from the FBI. Here’s how New Jersey fared.

Fatal Shooting In Newark Kills 1 Victim, Wounds Another: Authorities

A police investigation continues into a shooting that killed one person and seriously wounded another in Essex County.

Missing Newark Woman, 61, Last Seen More Than A Month Ago: Police

Police are asking for the public's help. Here's the missing woman's description.

NJ Man Who Shot At Police Officers In Newark Faces Slew Of Charges: Prosecutors

A Hillside man wanted on an attempted murder charge barricaded himself inside a Newark home and shot at cops who tried to arrest him: NJAG

Essex County 911: Manslaughter + Shootout + Crash Near School + Flooding

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

Fugitive Held Baby While In Shootout With NJ Police, Official Says

More details have emerged about a shootout between an attempted murder suspect and police that took place in New Jersey's largest city.

Man Wanted On Attempted Murder Charge Apprehended In Newark, Reports Say (UPDATE)

Newark officers helped the U.S. Marshals Service to apprehend a wanted suspect, authorities said.

Ex-Prison Guard In NJ Killed 2 Women, Blamed It On Steroids: Prosecutors

“This was a senseless act of domestic violence that resulted in the tragic death of two women,” Essex County prosecutors said.

ICE Newark Arrests 4 Registered Sex Offenders, Feds Say

Each arrestee is being held in ICE custody, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Deadly Shootings + Pool Of Blood + Bus Hits Building

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