Crime & Safety
Essex County 911: Domestic Violence + Terrorism Arrests + School Threats + Burglaries
Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County's recent public safety, 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 Montclairfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Schools In Essex County Town Get Bomb Threats On Election Day
Essex County Woman Missing For Nearly 7 Months, Police Search Continues
Find out what's happening in Montclairfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Burglars Break Into Mall Jewelry Store, Local Home: Police
Water Main Break In Essex County Impacts Residents Of 2 Towns
Corvette Stolen From Home Driveway In Essex County Town, Police Say
Thief Swipes Uber Eats Worker’s Expensive Bike In Essex County: Police
Man Strangled Girlfriend In Essex County, Left Body Near Golf Course: ECPO https://t.co/8cPbx1dKDO
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