Crime & Safety

Essex County 911: Hit By Car + Gun At Airport + Restaurant, Home Fires

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County's recent 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).

Find out what's happening in West Orangefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Find out what's happening in West Orangefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Checks, Cash, Phone, Pills Stolen In Montclair

NJ Resident Avoids Phone Scam From Fake 'Police Officer'

This loaded revolver was pulled from behind the lining of a traveler’s carry-on bag by TSA officers at Newark Liberty International Airport on Sept. 3, officials said. (TSA photo)

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