Child Accidentally Shoots Himself In Newark, Police Say

A 3-year-old boy is in critical condition after a “self-inflicted and accidental” gunshot in Essex County, authorities said.

14 Arrested In Newark During ‘Violent Crime’ Sweep, Police Say

Charges included aggravated assault, unlawful possession of a weapon, making terroristic threats and robbery, Newark police said.

Newark Woman Punched, Robbed While Sitting On Her Porch: Police

A Newark resident was sitting on her porch when a man with a gun got out of a minivan, walked up and punched her in the face, police said.

Newark Police Shoot Man In Stolen Car After Struggle: NJAG (UPDATED)

A police-involved shooting took place in Newark. Here's what happened, authorities say.

Ice Cream Vendor Robbed At Knifepoint In Newark: Police

A suspect held a knife to the vendor’s throat. Another stole her bag, which contained $1,000, an iPhone and a bank card, Newark police said.

Essex County Babysitter Convicted Of Manslaughter After Toddler Dies

ECPO: A woman told detectives that the injuries were caused by the victim: a 2-year-old child. Medical experts contradicted that claim.

Attempted Carjacking At Newark Gas Station Involved Stolen Vehicle: PD

NPD: Police are searching for suspects who attempted a carjacking at a Newark gas station using a vehicle stolen from East Orange.

4 Men Robbed Postal Worker At Gunpoint In Newark, Feds Allege

Four Essex County men have been accused of robbing a U.S. Postal Service worker at gunpoint in Newark, authorities say.

Missing Newark Girl, 12, Found Unharmed: Police (UPDATED)

Police were searching for a missing girl known to visit Penn Station and a local park. She has since been found unharmed, authorities said.

Newark Woman Snuck Gun Into Police Holding Cell, Found Guilty: ECPO

Police detained a woman after an incident at a local White Castle. She later tried to hide a gun in the holding cell, authorities said.

Missing Newark Woman Was Last Seen 2 Days Ago: Police

Newark police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing 61-year-old woman, authorities said.

State Investigator In Newark Sent ‘Sexual’ Texts To Crime Victims: AG

Prosecutors said a state investigator allegedly sent a victim of gun violence a shirtless picture of himself – with guns in the background.

Supervisors Assaulted At Essex County Prison, Union Says

Three supervisors at the Essex County Correctional Facility in Newark were recently assaulted by inmates, their union alleges.

Woman Fatally Shot Near Newark Intersection: Police

A shooting claimed the life of a 31-year-old woman in Essex County, authorities said.

NJ Man Guilty Of Sex Trafficking Women From 4 States: Feds

A New Jersey man "recruited" women from New York, Pennsylvania, Idaho and Utah on social media, including a juvenile, prosecutors said.

Missing Girl Recently Seen At Park In Newark Has Been Found (UPDATED)

The missing youth was seen at a park with three other juveniles, Newark police said. She has since been found and is unharmed.

Missing Newark Woman, 62, Found Safe (UPDATED)

A woman was reported missing in Newark. She has since been found and is safe, police said.

Delivery Worker Carjacked Outside Newark Apartment Building: Police

A carjacker knocked a food delivery worker unconscious and stole his moped, Newark police said.

Newark Fire Leaves 24 People Without A Home; 2 Firefighters Injured

Firefighters encountered several hazards while battling the blaze, including a collapsed staircase and heat exhaustion, authorities said.

Newark Woman, 75, Reported Missing; Police Seek Public's Help

Police are asking for the public's help finding a missing woman. Here's what to know.

Fire In Newark Leaves Dozens Without A Home, Including Children

Several firefighters suffered heat exhaustion while battling the blaze due to the hot weather, authorities said.

5 People Stabbed In Newark; Police Arrest New York Resident

Five people were stabbed during a violent encounter in Essex County. An out-of-state man was arrested, authorities said.

Men Snatch Woman’s Purse In Newark, Point Gun At Witness: Police

A man dragged a woman into the street while stealing her purse. Another man pointed a gun at a bystander who tried to stop them, police say.

12 ‘Violent Crime’ Arrests Announced In Newark: See The List

Newark police arrested 12 people in connection with crimes including a carjacking, multiple shootings, assault and robbery.

Victim Pistol Whipped, Robbed In Newark: Police

Two men got out of a car and approached the victim from behind, then hit him in the face with a gun, Newark police said.

No Criminal Charges For Newark Police After Fatal Shooting

Video footage shows the fatal police shooting as it unfolds. Here’s what happened, authorities say.

NJ Mom Dies After July 4th Assault; Man Also Wounded 2 Kids: ECPO

A Newark man has been accused of stabbing a mother and two young children in East Orange on the Independence Day holiday.

Man Dies, Found With Apparent Stab Wounds In Newark: Prosecutors

The exact cause of death will be determined by an autopsy, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Mom And Kids Stabbed + Shootings + Fires

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

Newark Man Stole Benefits After His Girlfriend Went Missing: Feds

An Essex County man admitted that he stole disability payments meant for his girlfriend’s son after she went missing, prosecutors say.

Power Goes Out At Essex County Prison

The county says the prison remained “fully operational” after a late-night power disruption. A supervisor’s union claims otherwise.

Fatal Shootings In Newark, Irvington Claim 2 Lives

A pair of fatal shootings took place in Essex County leading up to the Independence Day holiday, authorities say.

Missing Newark Teen Last Seen Wearing School Uniform: Police

The search continues for a missing teenage girl in Essex County, authorities said Monday.

Body Found In Passaic River Near Stadium, Park In Newark

Emergency responders located the man’s body after an extended search, authorities said Friday.

Small Plane Goes Off Runway At Newark Airport, Flights Delayed, FAA Says

On average, flights are delayed by 95 minutes, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Newark Cop Charged With Drug Possession, Intent To Distribute

A police officer in Newark was arrested on drug charges, authorities said.

Essex County Man, 20, Dies In Shooting; Police Probe Continues

An East Orange resident died in a fatal shooting that took place in Irvington on Monday morning, authorities said.

Armed Man Robs 2 Women In Newark; Police Search For Suspect

Newark police are searching for a man who robbed two women in the city this week, authorities said.

Search For Beloved Imam’s Killer Continues In Newark; Cops Up Reward

A shooter gunned down Hassan Sharif as he was headed to morning prayers. Police are now offering a $35,000 reward to find his killer.

Man Fled US After Slaying In Newark; Now He Faces 30 Years: ECPO

A man who fled the United States after a “horrific” slaying outside a lounge in Newark has been convicted of manslaughter, prosecutors said.