'Irate' Man Assaults Westfield Store Employee During Robbery: Blotter

The Westfield Police blotter also included driving while intoxicated and warrant arrests.

Linden Cop Seriously Injured In Motorcycle Crash During Funeral Procession

Police said the officer was riding a motorcycle when he was hit by a van while participating in a funeral procession on Monday morning.

Linden Man Accused Of Stealing $126K To Fund Personal Sports-Betting

Police say Matthew A. DaMatta fraudulently took money from victims through fake house flips and fabricated personal emergencies.

Plainfield Man Who Repeatedly Raped Child Over 3 Years, Sentenced

Edisson Manzano-Lopez, 45, of Plainfield, was sentenced to 20 years in state prison.

3 Arrested After Women Assaulted, Fire Set, Electronics Stolen At Union County Parks: Police

A fire was also intentionally set inside one of the park’s restrooms, and electronic equipment was stolen, said Union County Police.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash With Car In Linden

A 2013 Yamaha motorcycle collided with a 2009 Toyota Camry on Monday night, said police.

Child Rescued After Getting Head Stuck Between Concrete Pillars In Westfield

Westfield Police Officer Michael Pollock and Lieutenant Lauren Maloney helped free the child last week.

Multiple DWI, Warrant Arrests Reported In Westfield

Westfield Police released its blotter for the past week.

Woman Escapes Fire, Breaks Bone After Jumping From 3rd Floor In Elizabeth

A total of 15 people from nine families were displaced due to the fire on Sunday.

Scammers Impersonated Westfield Police, Demanded $13K In Bitcoin

A Westfield resident also reported the theft of around $82,200 in jewelry from their home.

Man Falls Off Roof, Impaled By Metal Railing In Westfield

The 24-year-old roofer from Westfield was taken by helicopter to a nearby hospital with major traumatic injuries on Saturday.

Man Stabbed Multiple Times In Random Attack In Wheeler Park In Linden

The stabbing was reported on Wednesday afternoon in Union County.

Drunk Driver Arrested In 2 Crashes In Westfield: Blotter

Arrests for shoplifting and outstanding warrants were also made recently in Westfield.

Union County K9 Unit Receives Donation To Help Protect Kona

Dr. Cesar DePaço donated $3,800 after visiting the sheriff’s canine facility and meeting K9 Kona.

Driver Ejected In 4-Car Crash On Garden State Parkway In Union

The driver of a Mercedes-Benz, who lost control before the crash, was ejected with serious injuries, said police.

Man Tampers With Flock Camera, Charged In Westfield: Blotter

A DWI arrest and around $40,000 in fraud were reported in the town recently as well.

Driver Runs Red Light, Injures Pedestrian In Westfield, Police Say

The pedestrian was taken to Overlook Hospital with injuries on Saturday, said police.

Westfield Woman Drove Drunk With 2-Year-Old In Car Arrested After Crash, Police Say

A Westfield woman was arrested on a DWI charge after a three-car crash with injuries in Raritan, police said.

2 Charged With Illegal Dumping At Union County Parks

Mattresses, furniture, garbage bags, and other household items were found recently dumped at two Union County parks, said authorities.

Union County Sheriff’s Officer Indicted In Official Misconduct Case

A five-count indictment alleges official misconduct and fraudulent title filings, prosecutors said.

DWI Arrest Following Crash, Lawnmower Theft Reported In Westfield

Westfield Police released its most recent blotter.

Drunk Driver Arrested In Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash With Bicyclist On Route 22 In Mountainside: Police

Fabian Parra, 35, of North Plainfield, was charged with vehicular homicide in the crash that killed Rocco Della Serra, 65, of Cranford: PD.

Residents Displaced After Two-Alarm Fire In Westfield

The fire at the two-story home was reported just before 11 p.m. on Tuesday.

5-Year-Old Dies After Drowning In Pool In Union

A neighbor and the boy's mother pulled the boy from the pool on Sunday afternoon before starting CPR.

Officer Hospitalized With Injuries In Union County Mall Assault

A man reportedly trying to use counterfeit money to pay for his meal at Applebee’s became aggressive and assaulted a detective.

Fatal Crash At Route 22 Intersection Under Investigation In Mountainside

Mountainside Police and the Union County Prosecutor's Office are investigating the fatal crash on Route 22 on Thursday night.

DWIs, Criminal Mischief, Warrant Arrests Reported In Westfield

Westfield Police released its blotter for the past week:

Fraud, Suspicious Vehicle, Warrant Arrests In Westfield

Westfield Police released its blotter for the past week.

Westfield Police Invite Residents To Coffee Meet-Up Tuesday Morning

Residents can meet Westfield police at Turning Point on Tuesday morning for questions and conversation.

DWI, Fraud, Bike Theft Reported In Westfield

Westfield Police released its blotter for July 12 to July 18:

Woman Facing $1M Fraud Case Now Accused Of New $90K Renovation Scheme, Prosecutor Says

Prosecutors say the Newark woman took renovation funds and later tried to avoid arrest.

New E-Bike Law Takes Effect: What Westfield Riders Need To Know

The new statewide law is now in effect, and riders are being encouraged to review the updated requirements.

7 Seriously Hurt After Late-Night SUV And Car Crash On Route 1 In Union County

The two-vehicle collision happened near the Interstate 278 exit in Linden, police said.

West Nile Virus Found In Union County Mosquitoes As Populations Rise, Officials Say

Officials say 10 mosquito samples have tested positive this season, but no human cases have been reported.

Fire Engulfs Union County Home, Displaces Residents, Police Say

No injuries were reported after a late-night fire destroyed one home and damaged two neighboring residences.

Wallet Stolen From Westfield Resident While At Work, Unauthorized Charges Made: Police Say

Police said the stolen wallet was later used to make unauthorized credit card purchases.

Jewelry Stolen From Resident At Business In Westfield, Police Say

A Westfield resident told police several pieces of jewelry were stolen while visiting a Springfield Avenue business.

Strangers Show Up At Westfield Home After Rental Scam, Police Say

Police said a home was listed online without the owner's permission, sending multiple would-be renters to the property.

Gold Scam Costs Westfield Resident Nearly $75K, Police Say

Police said the resident wired thousands of dollars after being promised a one-ounce gold bar.

Westfield Generator Safety Reminders Issued As Storm Recovery Continues

Fire officials are urging residents to use generators safely while power outages and cleanup efforts continue.