Sex Trafficking Scheme Gets Newark Man 17 Years In Jail: Feds

Feds: A 50-year-old man exploited four women – including a minor – making promises to pay for housing, bills and other living expenses.

Essex County 911: Fire Kills Child + Fatal Stabbing + Jumped In Alley

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

Dominican National Accused Of Attacking NJ Immigration Officer

Prosecutors said the assault happened last month at an ICE facility in Newark.

Child Killed In Newark Fire, 2 Others Hospitalized: Authorities

An investigation continues after a fire killed a child and injured two others at an apartment building in Newark.

NJ Man Guilty Of Fatal Stabbing, Search For Accomplice Continues

A New Jersey man and an unidentified accomplice killed a victim with a “machete-style” knife, Essex County prosecutors said.

Essex County 911: Stabbed 10 Times + Hit-And-Run + Burglaries

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

Newark Police Announce 2 Big Waves Of Arrests In March, April

The arrestees have been accused of crimes that include robbery, assault and unlawful weapon possession, police said.

NJ Man Stabbed 10 Times And Lives; Essex County Jury Announces Verdict

A Newark man “ambushed” a victim, chased him down the street and stabbed him several times in East Orange, prosecutors said.

Man Dies In Newark House Fire; Investigation Continues

Emergency responders transported an adult male to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead, authorities said.

Teen Accused Of Killing Newark Cop Will Be Tried As Adult: Official

Should young juveniles accused of serious crimes be tried as adults in New Jersey? Some say yes – but others warn it's a slippery slope.

Man Accused Of Hitting Child With Car In Newark, Driving Away (UPDATE)

A 9-year-old girl is in “stable but critical” condition, authorities said. Police arrested the driver who allegedly hit her.

Police-Involved Shooting In Newark, 2 People Shot: Authorities

A police-involved shooting took place in Essex County on Thursday night, authorities say.

ICE Arrests Accused Child Rapist At Newark Airport

A Hungarian man accused of statutory rape was apprehended at an airport in New Jersey, authorities said.

Search Continues For Missing Woman Last Seen 3 Weeks Ago In Newark

The missing woman may not be taking her medication and might be at a local shelter, police said.

Barbershop, Hair Salon Robbed In Newark; Police Search For Suspects

NPD: Two men robbed a barbershop at gunpoint. A man snatched a purse at a hair salon and hit the victim several times in her face.

Inmate Commits Suicide At Essex County Prison, Investigation Continues

The Essex County Correctional Facility is the largest county-run prison in New Jersey.

Newark Woman Punched 76-Year-Old At Bus Stop, Police Say

Police said the victim was waiting at a Long Island bus stop when the woman struck her multiple times with a closed fist.

Cops Still Searching For Newark Imam’s Killer, Videos Released

Hassan Sharif was a beloved religious leader who advocated for non-violence. Police are offering a $35,000 reward to catch his killer.

Essex County 911: Killed On Duty + Mother Arrested + Drug Evidence

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

Newark Mother Arrested After Child Dies, ‘Little Angel’ Mourned

“Newark mourns this little angel taken from us way too soon,” the city’s mayor said.

Cop Shot Dead In Newark, Teen Arrested (What We Know So Far)

More details have emerged about a fatal shootout that took place between a teen and police officers in New Jersey’s largest city.

Newark Cop Fatally Shot In Car, 14-Year-Old Charged With Murder

Authorities on Saturday identified the Newark detective killed in a shooting Friday night. A 14-year-old is facing charges.

Missing Newark Woman May Be At A Shelter, Police Seek Public's Help

Police said the woman was last seen earlier this week, and may not be taking her medication. Here’s what they know.

Sex Assault, Home Invasion Suspect Arrested In Essex County: ECPO

The suspect has been linked to a string of sexual assaults and home invasions with burglaries in Irvington, prosecutors said.

Search For Newark Teen’s Killer Continues; Cops Offer Reward

Nyasia Peppers was getting ready to graduate high school, when she was hit by stray gunfire meant for another person, prosecutors said.

Fire Routs Families From 4 Buildings In Newark: Reports

Two firefighters were injured and dozens of residents were left homeless after a fire swept through 4 buildings in Newark, reports said.

FedEx Cargo Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Newark After Bird Strike

Video of the landing showed flames shooting from one of the plane's engines shortly before the landing Saturday.

NJ Security Guard Assaulted Homeless Man Accused Of Shoplifting

A dollar store security guard hit a homeless man with a car and pepper sprayed him. He suffered life-threatening injuries, prosecutors said.

O-Block to the Bricks: Muslims Push Back Against Senseless Violence

Muslimatic comes to Jersey

2 Masked Men Carjack Driver In Newark; Police Search For Suspects

The car was found five days later in Jersey City, police said.

Boat Fire Kills 2, Injures 1 In Newark; Investigation Continues

Two people died and a third victim was injured when a boat caught fire in Essex County, authorities say.

Wave Of Violent Crime Arrests In Newark; Police Release February List

Several people accused of assault and other violent crimes have been arrested in Newark so far this month, police say.

Essex County 911: Bus Stop Slashing + 3 People Shot + Police Chase

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

3 People Shot In Newark, 1 Victim In Critical Condition: Police

Police found a man and a woman with gunshot wounds at the scene. Another victim was found a few blocks away.

Woman Slashed At Newark Bus Stop; Wounded Man Enters McDonald’s: PD

Two people were recently stabbed in Newark. One victim was found bleeding profusely from several cuts on her face, police said.

Bystander Helps Save Life Of Stabbing Victim In Newark: Police

A “Good Samaritan” drove the victim to the hospital in their own car. A search for two suspects continues, Newark police said.

Newark Woman Reported Missing 2 Weeks Ago, Search Continues

The missing woman’s family last spoke with her in December, police said.

Essex County 911: Child Shot + Sex Offender + Road Rage + Burglaries

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

Man Found Dead At Newark City Hall; ‘Not Suspicious,’ Police Say

A municipal employee was found dead at Newark City Hall on Thursday morning, authorities said.

NJ Man Accused Of Fatally Shooting Child In Newark

Essex County Prosecutor: "It is particularly heinous when an innocent 9-year-old child loses their life."