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PARAMUS, N.J. — A 36-year-old Fair Lawn resident has been taken into custody following an investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a juvenile earlier this year, authorities announced.
Police Search for Suspects After Late-Night Drive-By Shooting Targets Rochelle Park Home
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Rochelle Park NJ, A quiet Monday night in Bergen County was shattered by gunfire when a drive-by shooting targeted an occupied home in Rochelle Park, prompting a multi-agency law enforcement investigation.
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Ridgewood NJ, A high-stakes security scare overshadowed the World Cup festivities in East Rutherford, New Jersey, leading to the arrest of a notorious repeat offender.
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Englewood Cliffs NJ, A major investigation by local law enforcement has led to the arrest of an Englewood Cliffs man on multiple severe felony charges, including child endangerment and luring.
The arrest followed a swift joint investigation spearheaded by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit and the Englewood Police Department.
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Hackensack NJ, A terrifying medical emergency in Bergen County has resulted in the arrest of a local man after multiple young children came into contact with lethal doses of fentanyl inside a private residence.
Thanks to the rapid response of Hackensack first responders and the immediate use of opioid-reversal medication, a potential tragedy was narrowly averted, though a young child remains hospitalized.
Continue reading Hackensack Fentanyl Arrest: 3 Children Exposed After Finding Loose Opioid Pills
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Tenafly, NJ—A routine walk through nature turned into a serious criminal investigation on Thursday afternoon after a hiker discovered the body of a deceased man within the serene, wooded confines of the Tenafly Nature Center.
Continue reading Body Found By Hiker at Tenafly Nature Center
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NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ — An armed suspect was shot by police on Friday, June 14, in North Arlington during an ongoing investigation into a reported carjacking that originated in Kearny, authorities have confirmed.
Continue reading Armed Suspect Shot by Police in North Arlington During Carjacking Investigation
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MAHWAH, NJ — A shocking twist has emerged in a Bergen County murder case: a 76-year-old Mahwah man accused of stabbing his wife to death in 2021 is claiming he was sleepwalking during the incident, according to his attorney.
Continue reading Mahwah Man Accused of Fatally Stabbing Wife Was Sleepwalking, Attorney Claims
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Englewood Cliffs NJ, a multi-car crash on the Palisades Interstate Parkway Thursday afternoon left one driver with serious injuries, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.
Continue reading Serious Multi-Car Crash on Palisades Interstate Parkway in Englewood Cliffs
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Saddle Brook NJ, Tragedy struck Saddle Brook on Sunday night when a pedestrian was fatally hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross Route 46 east, authorities reported.
Continue reading Pedestrian Fatally Struck While Crossing Route 46 in Saddle Brook
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Tenafly NJ, a fatal accident occurred on Monday in Tenafly involving a semi-truck and a garbage truck, resulting in the tragic loss of one life. The incident took place at 228 County Road and involved vehicles from Regional Industries LLC, a solid waste and recycling company based in Elizabeth, and ABC Towing from Fort Lee.
Continue reading OSHA Investigating Fatal Recycling Truck Crash in Tenafly
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Hackensack NJ, on September 14th at approximately 7:35 A.M, the Hackensack Police Department was alerted by Hackensack School Officials and the public regarding an online threat of violence to several schools within the city.
Continue reading Hackensack Police : Online Threat to Public Schools is Unsubstantiated
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Palisades Park NJ, two pedestrians were hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a car while crossing the street in Palisades Park on Sunday evening, according to local police.
Continue reading Two Pedestrians Seriously Injured in Palisades Park After Being Hit by Car
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Glen Rock NJ, in a shocking incident Tuesday evening, a man was shot at Wilde Memorial Park in Glen Rock, prompting a flood of 911 calls from concerned residents in Fair Lawn and Ridgewood. The shooting occurred during a busy time at the park, which was hosting a basketball tournament.
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Hackensack NJ, in a significant development, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office has announced its temporary control over the Hackensack Police Department’s internal affairs bureau and office of professional standards. Deputy Chief Jeff Angermeyer of the Prosecutor’s Office conveyed this decision, highlighting the guidance of Prosecutor Mark Musella and the direction of Chief Matthew Finck in this endeavor.
