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Glen Rock Police Rush Highly Intoxicated Man to Bergen New Bridge Medical Center for detox

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Glen Rock NJ, on July 2nd at 416am Glen Rock Police Patrols were dispatched to a report of a male adult laying in bushes near the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and William Place. The subject was found to be in a highly intoxicated state and was subsequently transported to Bergen New Bridge Medical Center for detox. A follow-up investigation is being conducted to confirm the man’s identity.

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Glen Rock Police Are Searching for a A black Infinity G37 that Fled the Scene of an Accident on North Route 208

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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock Police Patrols were dispatched to a multivehicle accident on Route 208 North just prior to Lincoln Avenue. Two vehicles remained on the scene, however, one fled. One person suffered minor injury but refused medical aid. A black Infinity G37 fled the scene north on Route 208, however, witnesses were unable to provide a license plate number. Anyone who may have witnessed the accident and can identify the vehicle is asked to contact the Glen Rock Police Department at (201) 652-3800.

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UPDATE: LINCOLN AVE BETWEEN KENMORE PLACE AND ISABELLA PLACE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE IN GLEN ROCK

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BE ADVISED LINCOLN AVE HAS BEEN REOPENED

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GLEN ROCK NJ, THE GLEN ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS ISSED A TRAFFIC ALERT : ROAD CLOSURE IN BOTH DIRECTIONS – LINCOLN AVE BETWEEN KENMORE PLACE AND ISABELLA PLACE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE . PLEASE PLAN ALTERNATIVE ROUTE .

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Non life threatening injuries sustained in a crash at intersection of Gardner Road and Lincoln Avenue in Ridgewood

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November 30,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, Two (2) individuals sustained non life threatening injuries in a crash between a 4-door sedan and a cargo van at the intersection of Gardner Road and Lincoln Avenue, Ridgewood on Wednesday morning, 11/29. Ridgewood Police, EMS and Fire Department responded to the incident. Both vehicles were removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck. Fire Department personnel attended to a moderately sized crash related fluid spill.

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Wednesday morning crash at the intersection of Bellair Road and Lincoln Avenue, Ridgewood injures one

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November 9,2017
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Ridgewood NJ, A two (2) vehicle Wednesday morning, 11/08, crash at the intersection of Bellair Road and Lincoln Avenue, Ridgewood resulted in a non life threatening injury to one (1) of the drivers involved (an adult female). Ridgewood PD, FD, and EMS personnel responded to aid the victim. Both vehicles were removed by separate flatbed tow trucks. The injured person refused transport to a local hospital.

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No Injuries Reported for multi vehicle collision on Lincoln Avenue in Glen Rock

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May 10,2017

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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock PD responded to a multi vehicle collision at the intersection of Isabella Place and Lincoln Avenue on Tuesday afternoon, 05/09, the impact of which sent an SUV careening off of the roadway. No injuries were reported in the incident. Two (2) vehicles were removed from the scene by separate flatbed tow trucks. No word from police on the scene as to whether any crash related summonses were issued. Traffic on Lincoln Avenue was minimally affected as wreckage was cleared from the intersection.

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For the Second time a contractor performing a utility pole replacement hits underground utility line on Lincoln Avenue

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September 15,2016

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Glen Rock NJ, For the second time in as many weeks, a contractor performing a utility pole replacement project for PSE&G on Lincoln Avenue in Glen Rock, struck an underground utility line, this time forcing the evacuation of a nearby office building. On 09/06, a water main was unintentionally ruptured. Today, Wednesday, 09/14, a gas line was accidentally struck. Glen Rock PD and FD units responded to the incident along with a crew from Hawthorne Fire Company #4. The office building, at 849 Lincoln Avenue, Glen Rock, was evacuated and remained so until a PSE&G crew shut off gas service and repaired the break. No injuries were reported in the mishap.

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From the PSEG website;

Call Before You Dig

Whether you plan to plant a tree or new garden; put in a sprinkler system, mailbox post or fencing; install ground rods for electrical systems; or excavate for a home addition, you need to call beforehand to know where it’s safe to dig. For your own well-being and the safety of PSE&G’s underground pipes, cables and equipment, please “Call Before You Dig”. It’s the law.

Call Before You Dig Program:  To request a FREE mark out of underground facilities, call 811 or 1-800-272-1000 at least three full business days before digging starts.  This call will automatically notify utility operators to mark out underground utilities lines that include natural gas, water, cable, telephone and electric.
Wait the Required Time: Wait three full business days after calling before doing any digging. Underground utilities will be marked with paint, flags or stakes. If the site does not have underground utilities, you will be notified.
Note the Expiration Requirements:  The mark out permission will expire after 45 calendar days. Digging must begin within 10 days after the original mark out was requested.
Respect the Marks: Always hand dig and locate underground utilities within two feet of marked lines.
Dig With Care: Making the call before you dig will help prevent property damage and potential injuries. Please be sure to dig safely.
If you accidentally damage gas piping or smell gas when excavating, please call 1-800-880-7734 (PSEG) immediately from a safe area.
Please review the damage prevention booklet that provides additional information on safe excavating practices and the protection of underground facilities.
For additional information covering damage prevention initiatives, check out the following websites:

New Jersey One Call:  https://www.nj1-call.org
Common Ground Alliance (CGA):  https://www.njcga.com
811 Call Before You Dig:  https://www.call811.com

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Water Main Ruptured Shutting Down Lincoln Avenue in both directions

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September 7, 2016

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Glen Rock NJ, A crew working for PSE&G that was setting new utility poles on Lincoln Avenue in Glen Rock struck and ruptured a water main near Cornelia Place on Tuesday afternoon, 09/06. Traffic on Lincoln Avenue in both directions was disrupted while personnel from Ridgewood Water repaired the leak and the utility company resumed work setting poles. No injuries were reported in the incident. Hawthorne PD officers provided traffic control during the disruption.

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Village of Ridgewood sanitation truck struck on Lincoln Avenue, Hawthorne

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April 17,2016

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Ridgewood NJ, A Glen Rock Police Department uniformed patrol officer administered Narcan to the adult male driver of a Toyota Corolla following a head on collision between the Toyota and a Village of Ridgewood sanitation truck in front of 522 Lincoln Avenue, Hawthorne late Friday morning, 04/15. The Toyota driver, who was headed northbound on Lincoln Avenue, reportedly overdosed on an unknown substance just prior to the crash. An adult female driver of a BMW sedan stopped at the scene to assist the victim prior to the arrival of police officers. The occupant(s) of the sanitation truck, which was headed southbound on Lincoln to dump a load in Paterson, were not injured in the crash. The Toyota was removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck. Damage to the sanitation truck was minimal. The overdose victim, otherwise uninjured, was transported by ambulance to The Valley Hospital. Hawthorne PD is investigating the incident.

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Ridgewood Police forced the officers to Neutralize the Dog that was Ordered to Attack them

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March 29,2016
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police report that on March 28 at about 10:30pm, Ridgewood Police were alerted at a vehicle which was driving at about 5mph down Lincoln Avenue and then came to a stop in the intersection of Lincoln and Godwin Avenues.
When Officer’s arrived on scene, he attempted to speak with the driver to see if there were any medical or other issues. During the investigation, the driver, Wilfredo Paduani, age 38 from West Paterson, became combative and assaulted a Ridgewood Police Sgt. and Officer .

During the assault, the driver commanded his dog, which was unsecured in his vehicle, to attack the officers. The dog jumped from an open window and charged at the officers which then forced the officers to neutralize the dog. The dog was taken to Oradell Animal Hospital for treatment. Mr. Paduani was charged with aggravated assault, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, resisting arrest, obstruction of justice, terroristic threats, possession of a controlled dangerous substance and being under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance in addition to various motor vehicle summons. He was unable to post the $50,000 bail and was transported to the Bergen County Jail pending his court appearance.

All defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

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Ridgewood and Glen Rock PD officers apprehend a suspected burglar on Lincoln Avenue in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood and Glen Rock PD officers apprehended a suspected burglar on Lincoln Avenue in Ridgewood 

February 26,2016

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood and Glen Rock PD officers apprehended a suspected burglar just moments after he reportedly made an attempt to break into a home off of Lincoln Avenue in Ridgewood on Thursday afternoon, 02/25. While being detained for questioning by uniformed patrol officers, detectives who arrived at the scene observed several items strewn about the ground indicative of those generally preferred by burglars.

The suspect was handcuffed and taken to Ridgewood PD headquarters for questioning as detectives worked to photograph the evidence found at the scene. A Bergen County Sheriff’s officer was also observed at the scene of the arrest.

It has also been reported that there has been a decided up tick in home robberies and attempted robberies in recent weeks , in any case best to keep doors locked , a light on in the evening ,and police uncollected papers and mail , A home security system is also a big plus.

UPDATE: Ridgewood Police Department report Simon S. Strong age 35 from Paterson, NJ was charged with Criminal Attempt (Burglary), Criminal Mischief, Receiving Stolen Property, Possession of Marijuana under 50 grams Bail was set at $25,000 no 10% option. The subject was remanded to Bergen County Jail in lieu of bail.

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Bergen County Sheriff’s Bomb Squad Unit called in to remove a suspicious item found lying in the gutter of Lincoln Avenue in Glen Rock

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Bergen County Sheriff’s Bomb Squad Unit called in to remove a suspicious item found lying in the gutter of Lincoln Avenue in Glen Rock
February 12,2016
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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock PD summoned the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad Unit to remove a suspicious item found lying in the gutter of Lincoln Avenue near Kenmore Place on Friday morning shortly after 10 AM. Several homes in the area were evacuated by Hawthorne and Glen Rock PD personnel as a precaution.

The Bomb Squad Unit safely removed the item from the scene for disposal at a later date. Glen Rock FD and EMS personnel were placed on standby during the incident. No injuries were reported, nor was there any word on what the item was nor its origin. Police closed Lincoln Avenue in both directions between Van Winkle and Hillside Avenues for just over one (1) hour

Lincoln Avenue was closed in both directions but has since been reopened .
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Car Truck Collision at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Bellair Road, Ridgewood

Car Truck Collision at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Bellair Road, Ridgewood
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Car Truck Collision at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Bellair Road, Ridgewood
December 08,2015

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Ridgewood NJ, The driver of a roll off container truck was transported by ambulance to The Valley Hospital following a collision in which his truck broadsided a white Toyota Matrix at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Bellair Road, Ridgewood on Tuesday, 12/08. The adult female driver of the Toyota was uninjured in the crash, which occurred just prior to 1PM. Ridgewood PD, FD, and EMS units responded to the scene. The heavily damaged Toyota was removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck. A heavy duty wrecker took the roll off container truck away.