2 Attempted Burglaries In South Orange On Same Day: Police

A suspect led police on a foot chase in South Orange.

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.

Burglary Suspects Lead South Orange Cops On Foot Chase

Two separate burglaries were recently reported in South Orange, including an incident involving a police chase.

Essex County 911: Fatal Bus Strike + Raging Fire + Dog Walkers Attacked

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

South Orange Police Warn About Fake ‘Court Notice’ Scam

Police departments across Essex County have been releasing warnings about the scam this week. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Videos Show Raging Building Fire In Downtown South Orange

The building houses a local restaurant on the ground floor.

Carjacking Reported On Seton Hall University Campus In South Orange

There is no known ongoing threat, the university said.

4 Women Sex Trafficked Teen Girl In Essex County: Prosecutors

Three of the women have been arrested and one remains at-large, prosecutors said.

Rideshare Driver Sexually Assaults Woman In Essex County: Police

An Essex County resident told police that she was sexually assaulted by a rideshare driver around 1 a.m. while the car was parked.

4 Burglaries Reported In South Orange (Here’s Where)

An attempted burglary was also recently reported in the township, police say.

Violent Crime In South Orange: See How Town Compares To State, US Levels

Here are the town’s violent crime numbers dating back to 1986 – and how it looks on a chart, as per the FBI.

2 Home Burglaries Reported In South Orange: Police

Two home burglaries were recently reported in a four-day span in South Orange, police say.

Pastor, Wife Accused Of Sex Trafficking In Essex County

Prosecutors said the couple also forced victims to work for them without pay, telling them it was "God's will."

Man Punched South Orange Cop After Getting Ticket For Smoking: Police

A man allegedly punched a cop in South Orange after officers tried to give him a ticket for smoking in a local park, authorities say.

2 Masked Suspects Try To Break Into South Orange Home: Police

Two people tried to kick down the door of the home. One of them had a crowbar, police said.

Burglary, Attempted Burglary Reported In South Orange: Police

SOPD: A local business was recently burglarized. An attempted burglary was foiled by barking dogs.

Graffiti, Protest At South Orange Synagogue Sparks Outcry

Here’s why protesters were outside Oheb Shalom in Essex County last weekend – and why police have launched an investigation.

South Orange Saw Several Home Intrusions, Burglaries Last Month: PD

Multiple burglaries and home intrusions were reported in November, authorities say.

2 Brothers Arrested After Drug Bust In South Orange: Police

South Orange police launched the sting after getting a tip, receiving help from their peers in Millburn and Orange, authorities said.

Woman’s Bank Account Raided After Encounter At South Orange ATM: Cops

A man stole money from a woman’s bank account after a recent encounter at an ATM in South Orange, police said.

South Orange Woman Stole $1M Of Dead Aunt's Benefits: Prosecutors

Prosecutors said the woman collected and spent nearly all of her aunt's benefits over a period of 25 years.

Actor Kevin Spacey Not Guilty In NY Sexual Assault Lawsuit

The New Jersey native was accused of making an unwanted sexual advance toward a then-14-year-old Anthony Rapp in 1986.

Essex County Sheriff’s Office Holds Awards Ceremony

Awards were given to officers who "went above and beyond."

69-Year-Old Woman Dies In East Orange Fire, Officials Say

A GoFundMe​​ for Cherry Davis's family has raised more than $5,300. Firefighters were able to rescue others, but 18 families were displaced.

Rise In Antisemitism Condemned By South Orange Officials

Officials from South Orange and Maplewood issued a statement denouncing "any attempt to justify hate."

Burglar Caught On Camera Of Vose Avenue Home In South Orange

Three computers and jewelry were reported stolen from the home on July 2, according to South Orange Police Department.

South Orange Police Appointed Its First Female Sergeant

Officer Sally Reaves was promoted from detective to sergeant, after having been with the South Orange Police Department since 2007.

NJ State Police Trooper Injured While Chasing Stolen Car: Police

An officer sustained a knee injuring after attempting to approach a stolen car that had slowed down in traffic.

3 Hospitalized After Weekend Crash In South Orange

A car crash on Orange Avenue this past weekend resulted in entrapment and ejection.

Probe Into White Supremacists' Anti-Semitic Post In South Orange

The group distributed 'hateful, racist, and anti-Semitic' recruitment literature, Village President Sheena Collum said.

Statement From South Orange Village President On Hate Messages

"The Village will continue to monitor and remove any unauthorized materials that violate our Village Code."

FBI Crime Stats: Where South Orange Stands

New FBI data shows the amount of crime decreased nationwide from 2017 to 2018. See what it was in South Orange in 2018.

Trio Arrested For Package Thefts: South Orange Police

Evette Simpson, Sakina Hutchins and Ezeria Williams were caught following a UPS truck, police said.

McDonalds Purchase Leads To Burglary Arrest: South Orange Police

Dmitry Tyutin used a stolen credit card for a fast food fix, police said.

Drunk Driver Assaulted Officers: South Orange Police

Roland Lyles was charged with resisting arrest, police said.

Wanted Man Caught In South Orange: Police

Hasone Walker was arrested after a motor vehicle stop, police said.

Fatal Fire In South Orange Under Investigation

A victim of the blaze was found in the upper level of the house, officials said.

'Strong-Arm' Robbers Arrested: South Orange Police

Two teenagers punched the victim in the face and stole his wallet, police said.

Stop & Shop Shrimp Shoplifted By South Orange Man: Police

Patrice Golden was also wanted by East Orange authorities, police said.

Bike Theft Thwarted In South Orange: Police

Woman yelled at the would-be thieves and they fled, police said.