Cedar Grove Police Department: Car Burglary And Police Pursuit

On June 1st 2021 at 02:31 am a Timber Rock Court resident reported two suspicious persons in his driveway near his vehicle. The caller f ...

Homeowner, Police Chase Burglary Suspects In Cedar Grove

After a homeowner reported seeing three people looking through a car in his driveway, he gave chase.

Cedar Grove Police Department: Stolen Motor Vehicle

On May 21, 2021 at 5:10 am officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle theft on Winding Way. It was reported that a white Pontiac ...

Car Thief Caught Hiding Inside Dumpster In Little Falls: Police

The man tried to escape an officer by foot and was found later hiding in a dumpster in Little Falls, according to Cedar Grove Police.

Hydrant Flushing in Cedar Grove Moved to May 17 through 19

Residents are advised to shower before 7 p.m. in areas where fire hydrants are being flushed.

4 Stole $500K In Cash, Jewelry From Verona, NJ Homes: Authorities

The four people arrested are being linked to numerous residential burglaries across New Jersey including in Verona, according to police.

Hydrant Flushing in Cedar Grove May 10 through 12

Residents are advised to shower before 7 p.m. in areas where fire hydrants are being flushed.

Verona Police Holding Bicycle Rodeo To Teach Kids About Safety

There are two dates scheduled, May 16 and 23. The event is open to all Verona residents in the second to fourth grade.

Cedar Grove Police Save Intoxicated Driver Using Narcan: Blotter

The driver showed symptoms consistent with a drug overdose, according to police.

Verona Ranked 12th Safest City in New Jersey

The SafeWise ranking looks at crime statistics and data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

New Jersey Firehouse Shuts Down After COVID Exposure At Unauthorized Holiday Party

Fire Station No. 2 in Verona is temporarily closed.

Cedar Grove Cops ID Source Of Anti-Semitic Graffiti: Authorities

Cedar Grove police have charged a juvenile who allegedly left “anti-Semitic” graffiti at a local elementary school, authorities say.

Verona Man Had 1000 Images Of Child Sex Abuse: Prosecutors

A Verona resident was arrested after police found images that depicted the “sexual abuse and exploitation of children,” prosecutors said.

Hit-And-Run, DUI Reported In Cedar Grove: Police

The hit-and-run occurred Wednesday afternoon on Donato Driver, police said.

2 Verona Police Officers Promoted

David Wardrope was promoted to captain. Christopher Scheper was promoted to sergeant.

3 Charged Following Cedar Grove Car Burglary: Police

An off-duty Cedar Grove police officer saw three people entering an unlocked vehicle in a Cedar Street home's driveway

Verona, Cedar Grove 2019 Sex Offender Safety Map

There are 6 registered sex offenders recorded as living in Verona and Cedar Grove in 2019.

Girlfriend Charged In Suicide Of College Student From NJ

The 21-year-old girlfriend repeatedly encouraged the NJ student to kill himself, officials said. He killed himself on the day of graduation.

Rash Of Vehicle Burglaries Plague Cedar Grove Residents

Cell phones, a laptop, and money were stolen from the unlocked vehicles, police said.

Cedar Grove Police Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs

The service is free and anonymous, with no questions asked, police said.

FBI Crime Stats: Where Verona And Cedar Grove Stand

New FBI data shows the amount of crime decreased nationwide from 2017 to 2018. See what it was in Verona and Cedar Grove in 2018.

13-Year-Old Charged After Cedar Grove Police Pursue Vehicle

The boy was found in a backyard of a Harper Terrace home, police said.

Kids Robbed Cedar Grove Home, Stole Car: Police

The kids escaped from a Passaic County juvenile detention center and stole a car from there before the Cedar Grove burglary, police said.

Cedar Grove Police Arrest Drivers For Suspended Licenses: PD

One driver had a warrant out for his arrest from the Irvington Police Department.

Package Stolen From Cedar Grove Home: Police

The package was stolen from a Winding Way home, police said.

Cedar Grove Police Arrest Drivers With Suspended Licenses

One person was arrested after a motor vehicle crash on Pompton Avenue Sunday, police said.

Fire Breaks Out At New Kitchen Restaurant In Cedar Grove

The fire appears to be accidental, police said.

Cedar Grove Cops Find Handgun, Bullets In Car: Police

Police found a .45-Caliber Smith & Wesson, hollow-point bullets, and marijuana during a recent traffic stop, authorities said.

Several Verona Water Main Breaks, Repairs Slam Town In July

Verona residents have seen 5 major water main breaks or repair efforts in a month. Here’s where they took place.

Verona PD Releases 2018 Report: Arrest Stats, Cameras, New Chief

The rollout of body worn cameras, a new chief and more than 3,300 traffic summonses were among the highlights of the VPD’s year.

Cedar Grove Cops Ticket 2 People For Swimming At ‘Devil’s Hole’

Cedar Grove authorities have warned people about swimming at “Devil’s Hole,” a popular-but-deadly local destination.

Large Water Main Break In Cedar Grove By Rt. 23, Outages Reported

A water main break shut down service in parts of Cedar Grove. Here’s when officials estimate repairs will be finished.

Driver Seriously Hurt In Verona Car Crash: Police

A driver was transported to Saint Joseph’s Hospital after a crash on Bloomfield Avenue, Verona police said.

Water Repairs In Verona Close Part of Linden Avenue: Officials

A water-related issue shut down part of Linden Avenue in Verona on Monday, authorities said.

3 Cedar Grove Car Burglary Suspects Arrested: Police

Cedar Grove Police Department: A routine patrol on Rt. 23 led to two arrests. An alleged car burglar was caught on video.

Essex County 911: Coyote Attack|Tanning Salon Bust|Copperhead

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

Teen In Verona Offered ‘Suspicious’ Ride From Truck Driver: Cops

The incident on Elmwood Road isn’t being considered an attempted luring, Verona Police Chief Christopher Kiernan said.

Cops Share Video Footage Of Car Burglary In Cedar Grove

An unknown suspect entered a resident’s vehicle near the Donato Drive area. Cedar Grove police shared video footage of the incident.

Cedar Grove Home's Surveillance Camera Captures Car Burglary: PD

A Cedar Grove resident’s home video surveillance system captured a car burglary in progress, authorities said.

Home Aide Stole From Elderly Woman In Cedar Grove: Police

A home aide working in Cedar Grove has been accused of stealing more than $7,000 in jewelry from a local resident.