Carteret Gets Federal Money To Hire 5 New Police Officers

CARTERET, NJ — Carteret just received $625,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice to hire five new police officers.

The funding is provided through the federal Department of Justice’s COPS Hiring Program that supports the hiring and retention of law enforcement.

New Brunswick will receive $987,102 for eight new police officers in this same round of funding.

Additionally, the New Jersey Department of Public Safety will receive $3,787,301 through the COPS Anti-Heroin Task Force Program. This is federal money that goes directly to local police districts to investigate the distribution of heroin, fentanyl or carfentanil, or to the unlawful distribution of prescription opioids.

Said Carteret Mayor Dan Reiman:

“It has been quite some time since the borough of Carteret last received funding under the COPS program, with President Clinton's administration being the last to provide support. This renewed support from the federal government couldn't have come at a more crucial time, as it will greatly aid in addressing several pressing issues within our community."

"The additional funding will help us hire more qualified and dedicated officers while investing in training, proper use of equipment, and community policing initiatives," said Carteret Police Chief Chief Dennis McFadden. "This will allow us to build stronger relationships with our residents, fostering a sense of trust and collaboration that is crucial for effective crime reduction."