Essex County 911: Barber Murdered + Siblings Shot + Fatal Hit-And-Run

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

2 Attempted Home Burglaries In Maplewood On Same Day: Police

Each incident involved three unknown men, Maplewood police said.

Violent Crime Remains Low In Maplewood, FBI Data Shows

Maplewood and many other New Jersey towns have been seeing a steady decline in violent crime since the 1990s.

3 Burglaries Reported In Maplewood At Local Business, Home

The same suspect was arrested in connection with two of the burglaries, authorities said.

Group Of Assailants Beat Up Juvenile In Maplewood: Police

The victim told police that the male suspects threw him to the ground, then punched and kicked him several times in the head and neck.

2 Cars Stolen In Maplewood On Rutgers Street, Park Avenue: Police

Two cars were stolen in Maplewood last week, authorities say.

Burglary Suspect Found Hiding Behind Bush Near Maplewood Home: Police

The man had three screwdrivers in his possession when police took him into custody, authorities say.

Maplewood Resident Catches Burglar Stealing TV From Daughter’s Room: Police

The intruder left the home by going down a fire escape, police said.

Glass Door Shattered During Maplewood Home Burglary: Police

The resident heard banging coming from the first floor, then heard glass breaking. Here’s what happened next, police say.

Is Your Home Secure In Maplewood? Police Offer Free Surveys For Local Residents

The Maplewood Police Department’s crime prevention bureau offers free home security surveys to local residents.

3 Men Attempt To Burglarize Maplewood Home, Police Say

The resident heard knocking sounds coming from the first floor and went to investigate. Here’s what she saw, police said.

Facebook Marketplace Seller Ripped Off In Maplewood, 2 People Arrested: Police

When the seller handed over a 14k gold bracelet, the buyer took it and fled, police said.

Maplewood Resident Interrupts Home Burglary In Progress: Police

The woman saw two unknown men trying to enter her home through a kitchen window, police said.

Home Burglary, 2 Attempted Burglaries In Maplewood: Police

Several items were stolen during a home burglary in Maplewood. Two attempted home burglaries were also recently reported, police said.

Homicides Reach Historic Low In Irvington, Officials Say: 'This Didn't Happen Overnight'

The town has been restructuring its public safety approach around “consistency, data and trust” – not crackdowns, officials say.

Home Burglary, 2 Attempted Burglaries Reported In Maplewood

Maplewood police apprehended and charged a suspect in connection with a burglary and two attempted burglaries in the township.

2 Attempted Home Burglaries Reported In Maplewood: Police

Two attempted home burglaries were reported in the township last week, Maplewood police say.

Man Exposes Himself, Urinates In Front Of Woman In Maplewood: Police

A man was issued a summons after he allegedly exposed himself to a woman and urinated in front of her, police said.

Maplewood Police: 2 Burglaries Reported In 2 Day-Span

Burglaries were recently reported at a home and business in Maplewood, police say.

Essex County 911: Murder-Suicide + Sex Crimes + Dogs Found Dead

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

Murder-Suicide Victims In Maplewood Identified, Cause Of Death Released: ECPO

Authorities have released more details about a tragic “murder-suicide” that took place in Essex County over the summer.

Maplewood Woman Accused Of Sex Trafficking Teen Girl

Four women have been accused of "human trafficking" a teenage girl. Three have been arrested and one remains at-large, prosecutors said.

Essex County 911: Car Hits Family + ICE Arrests + Robbery + Knife At ATM

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

Man Accused Of Exposing Himself At Maplewood Business

Maplewood police arrested the man and charged him with lewdness and other unrelated outstanding warrants.

Violent Crime In Maplewood: See How Town Compares To State, US Levels

Here are the town’s violent crime numbers dating back to 1986 – and how it looks on a chart, as per the FBI.

4 Car Thefts Reported In Maplewood, Police Say (Here’s Where)

The vehicles were left running or the keys were left inside in three of the four incidents, police said.

2 People Dead In Maplewood, Police Investigation Continues

There is no imminent threat to the Maplewood community, authorities said.

Robbery At School Parking Lot In Maplewood-South Orange

A robbery took place in a student parking lot at Columbia High School, authorities said.

Maplewood Shooting Suspect Charged With Assault: Police

Maplewood police announced charges in connection with a shooting that took place in the township last year.

Man Assaulted With Baseball Bat At Maplewood Business, Police Say

The victim was seriously injured in the attack, police said.

Robbery Suspect Arrested In Maplewood: Police

Maplewood police have arrested a suspect in a robbery that took place on Easter Sunday in the township, authorities say.

Robbery At Maplewood Gas Station On Easter, Suspect Flees: Police

A man entered the store and took money from the register. When a worker tried to intervene, they got a punch in the chest, police said.

Burglars Tried To Enter Maplewood Homes Through Windows: Police

Burglars tried to sneak into two Maplewood homes through their first-floor windows. They didn’t get inside, police said.

‘Strong-Arm Robber’ Stole From 2 Juveniles In Maplewood: Police

The suspect stopped two juveniles and went through their pockets, removing personal items. Then he ran away, police said.

Gunfire In Maplewood, Suspect Arrested And Charged: Police

A Maplewood resident has been charged with several crimes in connection with gunfire that took place in the township, police said.

Fight Involving Juveniles Reported In Maplewood: Police

Drivers passing through the area should plan to use an alternate route, Maplewood police said.

Gunshots Fired In Maplewood, No Injuries: Police

Maplewood police recovered ballistic evidence at the scene, later identifying a “person of interest” in the shooting.

Maplewood Police Apprehend Accused Burglar In Township

He was arrested and charged with two counts of burglary, Maplewood police said.

Maplewood Business, Home Burglarized Over 2-Day Span: Police

A Maplewood business and a home were burglarized on back-to-back days, authorities recently reported.

Wave Of Burglaries, Stolen Cars Reported In Maplewood

A wave of home burglaries and stolen vehicles was recently reported in Maplewood, police say. Here’s where the incidents happened.