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Essex County 911: Sex Assaults + Family Escapes Fire + Burglars On Roof

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

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Find out why those sirens were wailing. Check out these recent police, fire and EMS stories in Essex County (click headline to read).

NJ Pastor Demanded Sex, Forced Labor From His Followers, Feds Say

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Smoke Alarms Helped NJ Family Escape House Fire, Authorities Say

Man Sexually Assaulted 3 Women In Essex County, Sentenced To Prison

Teen Assaulted While Riding Bike In Essex County: Police

Burglary Suspect Found Hiding Behind Bush Near NJ Home: Police

More Fraud, Identity Theft Reported In This Essex County Town: See Latest Incidents

Men Try To Burglarize Essex County Business By Climbing Onto Roof: Police

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