Pedestrian, 66, Killed In Wednesday Morning Crash: Summit Police

The woman was attempting to cross the road on Wednesday morning when she was hit by a pickup truck, police said.

New Task Force Targets Vehicle Thefts, Burglaries In Union County

Police and the prosecutor's office stepped up surveillance and patrols to deter thieves, and will also address catalytic converter theft.

Fox That Bit 3 Dogs In Summit Had Rabies, Officials Confirm

City officials said they believe the fox initiated all three attacks, after originally suspecting a coyote attacked one dog Sunday night.

Suspicious Person Prompted Lockdown At Summit Schools Wednesday: Cops

Summit Police said the man in question had a backpack and "what appeared to be a long gun," but later determined he was not a threat.

Fox Tested For Rabies After Being Linked To Summit Dog Attacks

The fox was found near Mountain Avenue and Tulip Street and taken to Animal Control to be tested for rabies, officials said.

NJ Man Missing For 2 Weeks Traveled To New Mexico Before Disappearing

Police said Brandon Gomes of Summit texted a friend before he left New Jersey on Oct. 2 and said he wanted to end his life.

Coyote, Fox Attack 3 Dogs In Summit, Police Say

One dog was attacked by a coyote and two more by a likely rabid fox, the Summit Police Department said in a series of posts on Facebook.

Summit EMS Responds to Carbon Monoxide Incident

EMS, Police and Fire treated multiple patients.

2 Summit Burglaries Under Investigation, Suspects At Large: Police

Summit police are investigating a pair of burglaries reported at Morris Avenue’s Summit Bagel and Peking Garden on Monday.

Man Charged After Shooting, Day-Long Manhunt In Summit

Police said the suspect, seen near Orchard Street and Roosevelt Way in Summit early Saturday, was captured in Plainfield.

5 Teens Nabbed After Stolen Car Chase In Union County

Four out of the five boys traveling in the car that flipped were arrested near the scene, while a manhunt ensued for the fifth suspect.

Summit Pedestrian Struck, Hospitalized In Hit-And-Run Crash

Mountain Avenue residents with doorbell cameras are asked to look for footage of the vehicle that fled the Saturday crash, police said.

Staged Accident Presentation To Return To Summit High School

Students will serve as actors in a staged accident to educate peers on the effects of distracted driving and driving under the influence.

Summit Teen Hospitalized In Pedestrian Crash, Police Say

Sun glare at the intersection of Maple Street and Broad Street contributed to the accident, the driver told police.

Summit Police Seek Deforest Avenue Business Shoplifter

Authorities are currently seeking a shoplifter who reportedly stole $130 worth of merchandise from a Summit business last week, police said.

2 Women Charged With Trespassing Near Summit Home: Police

The two women reportedly tried to open the doors of a vehicle parked on a residential driveway, police said.

Summit PD To Increase Traffic, Pedestrian Patrols: Here’s Where

Summit police is cracking down on motor vehicle and pedestrian violations, including jaywalking and illegal parking, the department said.

Summit Firefighter Who Saved Elderly Resident In Crash Promoted

A longtime Summit firefighter who has been recognized for his life saving efforts has been promoted, city officials said.

Missing Summit Resident Found Monday After Helicopter Search

Police helicopter activity could be heard Monday night near Glenside Avenue/Stiles Road during the search.

Pedestrian Dies In Rt. 22 Crash Thursday, Police Say

A 64-year-old pedestrian was found in the roadway by police officers early Thursday, authorities said.

Rise In Pedestrian Accidents & Crime Data Discussed At Summit Meeting

Mayor Nora Radest and Chief Steven Zagorski addressed issues of pedestrian safety, car thefts and burglaries at Tuesday's council meeting.

Intoxicated Summit Man Hit By Car Near Village Green

The 32-year-old resident suffered a minor leg injury after he was hit by a car on Summit Avenue Monday morning, according to police.

10-Year-Old Boy Hit By Car In Summit Crosswalk, Rushed To Hospital

The Lincoln-Hubbard student suffered a leg injury after he was hit at the intersection of Deforest and Woodland Friday morning, police said.

Several Attempted Car Break-Ins, Burglaries In Summit Over Past Week

Most recently, police said an unlocked car on Waldon Avenue was broken into and rummaged through Monday afternoon.

Summit Police Increase Patrols After Attempted Arson At NJ Synagogue

Summit Police say they've stepped up patrols at Jewish places of worship after a person threw a Molotov cocktail at a Bloomfield synagogue.

'Inhumane' Beating Death Of Tyre Nichols Condemned By Summit PD Chief

Chief Zagorski said the department is working "tirelessly" to prevent similar instances of police brutality in Summit.

Police Chief Warns Of Increased Residential Burglaries In Summit

Chief Zagorski addressed the recent uptick in home burglaries in Summit, mainly in areas adjacent to the Route 24 corridor.

Attempted Car Theft In Summit Tuesday Morning

The suspects were driving a white four-door BMW, according to Summit Police.

2 BMWs Stolen From Aston Martin Dealership In Summit

Three men forcibly entered the dealership on Saturday, stole several key fobs and drove away with two BMWs, according to police.

Burglar Smashes Summit Resident's Window, Steals Jewelry

The burglary occurred Thursday afternoon at a Friar Tuck Circle residence, according to Summit Police.

BMW Stolen From Summit Home Wednesday

The car was stolen from a Fernwood Road residence Wednesday afternoon, according to police.

2 Home Burglaries, Multiple Thefts In Summit Last Week: Police

One resident's $1300 Macbook and $300 backpack was stolen from inside their car last week, according to Summit Police.

'Irate' Man Throws Wine Bottles At NJ Liquor Store Clerks: Police

Linden police are still searching for the suspect following the Nov. 30 attack.

Springfield NJ Turnpike Crash Prompts Delays Friday Morning: DOT

A motor vehicle crash on the New Jersey Turnpike in Union County has prompted commuting delays in the area Friday morning, authorities said.

Burglar Breaks Into Summit Home Through Window, Police Investigating

While residents of the home were away overnight, the burglar broke in through a window and rummaged through their belongings, police said.

Berkeley Heights Construction Prompts I-78 Lane Closures: DOT

Construction on I-78 in Berkeley Heights has prompted lane closures Saturday morning, authorities said.

'Zero Tolerance For Discrimination': Summit Enacts Safe Place Program

This program establishes safe places around Summit for victims of bias or hate crimes to find shelter while calling 9-11 for help.

Union County Man Found Guilty Of Manslaughter After Fatal Bar Brawl

Laquan McCall, 31, of Elizabeth, was found guilty of beating a 28-year-old ​man to death outside of a bar in July 2019 by ​a jury.

Pedestrian Accidents Are 'Extremely Concerning', Says Summit Mayor

After three Summit pedestrians were hit by cars this week, Mayor Nora Radest addressed the dangerous pattern.

Multiple Car Burglaries Overnight In Summit, Police Investigating

Three suspects were arrested and are being questioned, according to Summit Police.