Watchung Police Warn Of Door-To-Door Solicitors: What To Know

Watchung police are urging caution over door-to-door solicitors, reminding residents about permit requirements and potential scams.

Pedestrian Dies After Route 22 West Crash In Green Brook

The crash happened Sunday night near King George Road, and the pedestrian died Monday, authorities said.

Pedestrian Killed In Hit-And-Run Route 22 Crash In Watchung, Man Arrested: Prosecutor

Daniel Cole, 32, of Piscataway, was arrested after police said he hit a pedestrian with his SUV on Route 22 and fled on Saturday.

Report Of Distressed Person In Woods Prompts Police Search In Watchung

The search by Watchung Police officers included the use of drones, police canines and help from the New Jersey State Police Aviation Unit.

Water Main Break Reported In Watchung

Residents may experience water disruption in the area, said police on Friday.

Firefighters Rescue Deer Stuck On Frozen Lake In Watchung

The Watchung Fire Department and the North Plainfield Fire Department helped to rescue the deer on Tuesday morning.

21-Year-Old Bicyclist Hit By Car, Injured At Route 22 Intersection In North Plainfield

The bicyclist was taken to a hospital following the crash on Tuesday morning.

2 Motorcyclists Ejected After Crashing Into SUV On Route 22 In North Plainfield

Both motorcyclists were taken to Robert Johnson New Brunswick Trauma Center on Sunday.

Man Arrested For Shooting Gun At Person, Business On Route 22 In Watchung: Prosecutor

Police say Naseem Eure, 20, of Plainfield, fired a gunshot at a person on the sidewalk, hitting a business on Route 22 with people outside.

Eagle Scout Project Honors Fallen Watchung Officer With Special Dedication

Eagle Scout Charles Ford has chosen to honor the memory of Officer Matthew J. Melchionda, who was killed in the line of duty in March 2006.

Watchung Mayor Attends Drone Activity Meeting With NJ Officials

"The recent drone sightings across NJ and including here in Watchung have become increasingly concerning to all of us," said Mayor Jubin.

2 Men Ejected From Van In Watchung: Report

The men suffered moderate injuries after their van collided with a tree in Watchung on Sunday.

Bomb Threat Cleared At Watchung Walmart: Police

Police searched the Walmart at Watchung Square for about two and a half hours after someone called in a bomb threat on Monday afternoon.

Shoplifting, Identity Theft Reports: Watchung Police Blotter

Here's the full Watchung police blotter for July 12-19.

Drunk Driving, Shoplifting, Harassment: Watchung Police Blotter

Here's the full Watchung police blotter for the period between July 5 and July 12.

Man Sentenced For Hit-And-Run Of Boy, 12, In Watchung In 2019

Bryant D. Eggleston, 51, was sentenced to five years in prison for the hit-and-run of a 12-year-boy in Watchung in 2019.

Harassment, Fraud, Theft Reports: Watchung Police Blotter

Here's the full Watchung police blotter for the period between July 2 and 5.

Shoplifting And Fraud Reports: Watchung Police Blotter

Here's the full Watchung police blotter for the period between June 28 and July 2.

Person Rescued After Falling 20 Feet In Green Brook

The victim was rescued and taken to a local hospital for treatment.​

Shoplifting, Identity Theft, And Assault: Watchung Police Blotter

Here's the full Watchung police blotter for the period between May 24 and June 1.

2 Men Charged For Gas Station Burglaries On Route 22: Prosecutor

The first burglary happened on April 15 and the second on May 9, according to the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

Car Stolen From Mall, Harassment, Fraud: Watchung Police Blotter

Here is the full Watchung police blotter for the period between May 17 and 24.

Car Stolen Out Of Heritage Square Mall, Found Nearby: Blotter

There were two theft and on shoplifting incident reported last week. See the full Watchung Police Blotter here.

2 Identity Theft Reports In Watchung This Week: Blotter

There were a few other incidents on this week's Watchcung Police Blotter.

Store Robbed Out Of $700 Of Merchandise: Watchung Police Blotter

Here is the Watchung police blotter for the period between April 27 and May 3.

Watchung Man Found With 1K Heroin Bricks, $400K In Cash: Police

Officers also found William Bouza, 46, had laundered more than $800,000 from selling drugs, according to authorities.

Box Truck, 3 Vehicles Collide In Serious Crash Off Route 22

Washington Avenue and some lanes on Route 22 were closed for most of the day in Green Brook. They have since reopened as of 3:15 p.m.

Police Investigate Suspicious Event At Watchung Valley Golf Club

Watchung Police are currently investigating a suspicious incident at the Watchung Valley Golf Club (Twin Brooks Country Club) on Tuesday.

Shoplifting Incidents Plague Watchung Businesses

Two people tried stealing more than $1,100 of merchandise from Home Depot.

Green Brook Police Stepping Up DWI Patrols For The Rest Of 2019

Green Brook is participating in the national 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign. So watch out for additional patrols.

Enough Drugs To Kill 528K In Big NJ Drug Bust, Police Chase

The heroin operation involved three NJ counties; a suspect tried to ram a police car in a high-speed chase, officials said.

Watchung-Area Cops Want Your Expired Drugs: Operation Take Back

The Watchung and Green Brook police departments are two of dozens of New Jersey locations where you may drop off medicine Saturday.

Crime Stoppers Offering Reward Regarding Watchung Hit-And-Run

Authorities are looking for a 2010-2014 white Hyundai Sonata, possibly with front-end damage and a missing Hyundai emblem.

Police Looking For Vehicle Of Interest In Watchung Hit-And-Run

Authorities are looking for a white Hyundai Sonata in connection with a hit-and-run where a 12-year-old boy was seriously injured.

Sheriff to Unveil Law Enforcement Memorial - Oct. 18

Family members of fallen law enforcement officers from Somerset County are invited to contact the Sheriff's Office prior to the event.

12-Year-Old Injured In Watchung Hit-And-Run: Prosecutor

The boy suffered serious injuries and the vehicle fled westbound on Valley Road, authorities said.

FBI Crime Stats: Where Watchung And Green Brook Stand

New FBI data shows the amount of crime decreased nationwide from 2017 to 2018. See how much crime occurred in Watchung and Green Brook.

Man Accused Of Shoplifting Red Bull From Watchung Mall: Police

The man shoplifted Red Bull drinks and speakers from the Watchung Square Mall, police said.

2 Arrested For Shoplifting From Watchung Walmart: Police

One woman shoplifted $322 worth of merchandise, while another shoplifted $129 in merchandise, police said.

Police Accuse 2 Of Shoplifting From Home Depot And Kohl's

The man was arrested at Home Depot for shoplifting nearly $600 in merchandise Saturday afternoon, police said.