Shooting Near Newark, South Orange Border; Victim Hospitalized

A man was wounded in a shooting that took place at the border of Newark and South Orange, authorities said.

Human Trafficking Ring In North Jersey Preyed On Teens: Prosecutors

AG: The teens were subjected to threats and violence, including hair pulling, biting, being hit with an extension cord, punches and stomps.

Safety Review Continues In Wake Of Newark Apartment Building Fire

A fire knocked out power to the building and left dozens of residents without a home for the holiday.

Essex County 911: Man Kills Friend + Hit-And-Run + Burglaries

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

Fatal Hit-And-Run In Newark; $5,000 Reward Offered To Arrest Driver

A stolen car hit and killed a man in Newark. Video footage shows two people running away from the scene of the crash, authorities said.

Newark Man Killed His Friend After Argument, Found Guilty

After getting into an argument, the man went to his apartment, returned with a gun and shot his friend in the neck, prosecutors said.

Gun Pointed At Newark Resident During Home Invasion: Police

Two men tried to steal an electric bike in Newark. Here’s what happened next, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Police Shooting + Drug Bust + Stolen Cars

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

Video Shows Police Shooting In Newark, Man Expected To Live: AG

The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office released bodycam footage from a police shooting that seriously wounded a man in Newark.

Missing Newark Man Last Seen Several Months Ago, Police Say

Police are searching for a missing man in Essex County, authorities announced Thursday.

Man Survives Newark Shooting, Gets Gunned Down Months Later: ECPO

A man survived a shooting in Newark – only to be shot to death a few months later on the same street, prosecutors said.

Newark Police Arrest 16 People; Charges Include Assault, Weapons

Newark police announced that charges have been filed against 16 arrestees. Here's the list.

Missing NJ Man Has Connection To Ecuadorian Embassy: Police

Police said the Roseland resident contacted his family before he went missing. His car was found in Newark with a wallet and phone inside.

Missing Girl In Newark; Police Seek Public’s Help Finding Her

Newark police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing 13-year-old girl, authorities announced Thursday.

East Orange Man Attacked Construction Workers In Newark, Found Guilty

An Essex County man followed three workers from Home Depot to their job site, then assaulted them at gunpoint, prosecutors said.

Man Rescued After Tumble Into Passaic River, Authorities Say

Emergency responders rescued a man who fell into the Passaic River in Newark, public safety officials said.

Missing Woman Last Seen In Newark Found Unharmed: Police (UPDATED)

Newark police asked for the public’s help finding a missing woman on Thursday. She has been found and is unharmed, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Fire Kills Girls + Crash Near School + Plane Assault

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

Man Hit With Gun During Robbery In Newark: Police

The victim didn't give up his money, Newark police said.

Fire Kills 2 Young Girls In Newark After Birthday Party: Prosecutors

Emergency responders found the girls lying unresponsive on the ground, with their bodies severely burned, authorities said.

13 Homicides In Newark; Suspects Arrested In Nearly Every Case: ECPO

Police have arrested or identified a suspect in 12 of 13 recent homicide cases that took place in Newark, authorities say.

Newark Police Make Wave Of Arrests During ‘Violent Crime’ Sweep

Charges against the accused include robbery, aggravated assault, endangering the welfare of children and weapon possession, police said.

Arrest Made In Fatal Newark Shooting; Police Investigation Continues

A 21-year-old Newark resident has been charged with murder after he allegedly shot a fellow Brick City resident to death, authorities said.

Missing Newark Woman With Alzheimer’s Found Unharmed (Police Update)

A 90-year-old Newark woman was reported missing on Thursday. She has been found and is unharmed, authorities said.

Ex-NJ Child Protection Caseworker Accused Of Sex Abuse

The former state caseworker told a child that they would be separated from their family if they reported the abuse, prosecutors alleged.

Search Continues For 2 Newark Residents Missing For More Than 1 Year

Newark police say two separate missing person cases remain open in the city. They involve a teenage girl and a 59-year-old man.

Bloomfield Resident Fatally Shot, Found In Newark Supermarket: Police

A Bloomfield resident was found with gunshot wounds at a grocery store in Newark earlier this week, authorities say.

Crowd Tries To Flip Cop Car In Newark At Illegal Race Event: Police

“Thanks to these arrests, these individuals quickly learned that the City of Newark is not their playground.”

Missing Newark Boy Found Safe; Left Note For His Mother: Police

UPDATED: A missing Newark boy has been found unharmed, police said.

Essex County 911: School Lockdown + Shooting Update + Electric Shock

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

Man Riding E-Scooter Burglarizes Dunkin’ Donuts In Newark: Police

He pulled up on an electric scooter, broke into the store and stole nearly $3,500 in cash before making his getaway, Newark police said.

Missing New Jersey Teen May Have Run Away To New York: Police

A missing Newark teen who is a “frequent runaway” might have left the state, authorities say.

Car Used In Newark Shooting Set On Fire; Police Search For Suspect

Newark police have identified a suspect in a shooting that wounded four people on Labor Day, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Fatal Dog Attack + Shooting + Burglary Spree

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

Grueling Police Standoff Ends Without Injuries In Essex County

An armed man barricaded himself inside an Irvington home for nearly 24 hours. Here’s how police managed to get him out.

Child Dies After Dog Attack In Newark; Police Launch Investigation

A 18-month-old child died after a dog attacked her in Newark, authorities say.

Infant Dies In Newark, Authorities Investigate Cause: ECPO

An investigation has been launched into the death of a 7-month-old child in Newark, authorities said.

Shooting Wounds 4 In Newark On Labor Day: Police

Gunfire wounded four people in Newark. Three victims were found at the scene; another arrived at the hospital on his own, authorities say.

Armed Suspect Chased Victim Around Dollar Store In Newark: Police

Police have released surveillance photos of the suspect, who was armed with a gun, authorities said.

Hammer-Wielding Thieves Smash Up Newark Store, Steal Jewelry: Police

Four men used hammers to smash display cases at a business in Newark. They stole jewelry and made their escape, police said.