South Brunswick Police Boost Patrols At Houses Of Worship As Iran Conflict Escalates

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Residents will notice more police officers patrolling houses of worship and other sensitive sites in the coming days — a precautionary move prompted by the ongoing war between the U.S., Israel and Iran, authorities said.

Police Chief Raymond Hayducka said there are no known specific or credible threats to the community, but the department is taking proactive steps in response to the conflict, which escalated dramatically when the U.S. and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei over the weekend.

Iran has since counterattacked, striking Israeli and U.S. assets across the Gulf region, with at least 555 people killed inside Iran as fighting intensifies, Al Jazeera reported.

“These measures are preventative and are part of our commitment to maintaining a safe environment for everyone. We are actively coordinating and sharing information with our federal, state, and county law enforcement partners to stay informed and prepared,” Hayducka said. “Our department remains vigilant, and we are closely monitoring developments as they unfold.”

Residents are urged to remain alert and report any suspicious activity to the department immediately. Hayducka said community awareness and partnership were essential for public safety.

“I encourage all residents to remain alert and aware of their surroundings. If you see something that seems unusual or suspicious, please report it to our department immediately,” Hayducka said.

Additional guidance is available through the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security.

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