Middlesex Police Answered 22K Calls, Made 282 Arrests in 2025, Report Shows

MIDDLESEX, NJ —The Middlesex Borough Police Department responded to more than 22,000 calls for service in 2025 and made 282 arrests, including 85 for drunk or drugged driving, according to the department's annual report released by Chief Matthew P. Geist.

Officers investigated nearly 375 traffic crashes during the year — none of them fatal, an improvement over prior years. They conducted more than 4,300 motor vehicle stops and issued nearly 4,000 summonses. The department also processed 329 firearms applications, requiring comprehensive background investigations by the Detective Bureau.

The Detective Bureau maintained a case clearance rate of more than 60 percent throughout the year, with an annual average of 33 percent. Detectives also completed more than 260 background investigations for firearms purchase and carry permitting.

The department saw several personnel changes in 2025. Captains Thomas Falk and Thomas Carroll and Lt. Sean Flanagan were promoted to their new ranks.

Officer Michelle Gladdis was sworn in in October after graduating from the Cape May County Police Academy. Capt. Craig Comiskey retired in June after more than 30 years of service.

Eight internal affairs complaints were initiated during the year and 10 were closed. Of those, four were deemed unfounded, three were sustained, two were exonerated and one was administratively closed.

One officer received major discipline — defined as a termination, demotion, or suspension of more than five days. All use-of-force incidents were reviewed and found to be within department and state guidelines.

The department is pursuing accreditation through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police Law Enforcement Accreditation program.

"The annual report captures snapshots of the accomplishments and successes of the previous year; memorializes the progress and development of the organization; and helps to set the path forward," the police department said Monday.

"We value and appreciate the support of the Middlesex community in working together to make Middlesex Borough a safe place to live and work."

Looking ahead to 2026, the report says the department plans to hire two additional officers to reach a full staff of 32, promote one officer to sergeant, and hire Class III Special Law Enforcement Officers for the Middlesex School District.

Have a correction or news tip? Email sarah.salvadore@patch.com