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NJ Lawmakers Consider Bill to Strip Control of State Police From Attorney General

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TRENTON, NJ — A  new bill under consideration in the New Jersey Legislature sponsored by District 6 (Burlington and Camden),Senator  MICHAEL L. TESTA, JR.District 1 (Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland), Senator  ANTHONY M. BUCCO District 25 (Morris and Passaic) could dramatically change the chain of command for the New Jersey State Police, shifting oversight away from the state attorney general and placing the agency directly under the governor’s authority.

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Members of Major Auto Theft Ring Operating Primarily at the Jersey Shore that Targeted High-End Vehicles Indicted

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Sea Girt NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice announced charges today against a Newark man and four co-defendants for their roles in a car theft ring.

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2025 NJ State Police “Most Wanted” Fugitives Announced

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West Trenton NJ, The New Jersey State Police announces the release of their 2025 “Most Wanted” list of fugitives. The list, compiled by the New Jersey State Police – Fugitive Unit, contains thirteen (13) New Jersey’s “Most Wanted” violent fugitives. It is headlined by the most wanted fugitive, Joanne Chesimard, who is wanted for escaping from a New Jersey correctional institution in 1979, where she was serving a life sentence for the May 2, 1973, murder of Trooper Werner Foerster #2608.

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NJ State Police Looks for Answers in Animal Cruelty Investigation

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Bernards Township NJ, NJ State Police Seeking Public’s Assistance with Animal Cruelty Investigation.  The New Jersey State Police is seeking the public’s assistance in an animal cruelty investigation that occurred on I-287 North, near milepost 25 in Bernards Township, Somerset County.

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New Jersey State Trooper Charged with Killing Dog and Assaulting Officer

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Wayne NJ , a New Jersey State trooper, Alexander Lark, is facing multiple charges, including animal cruelty and assault, after allegedly killing his dog, vandalizing public property, and attacking a fellow officer outside the Wayne Police Department.

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Tractor-Trailer Fire Shuts Down Lanes on Route 287 in Mahwah

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Mahwah NJ, a tractor-trailer fire on Route 287 Northbound in Mahwah caused major delays during Wednesday morning’s rush hour, closing lanes and backing up traffic for miles.

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New Jersey Issues Commercial Vehicle Travel Restrictions

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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced a commercial vehicle travel restriction on multiple interstate highways, effective Saturday, February 8, at 3 p.m. This restriction comes as a significant winter storm is forecasted to bring snow, sleet, and ice across the state, creating hazardous travel conditions.

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NJ State Police : Two Receive Super Trooper of the Year Awards

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Trenton NJ, Colonel Patrick J. Callahan announced that Sergeant Marc Nietubyc and Sergeant Roy Rohel Jr., from the Technical Emergency and Mission Specialists (T.E.A.M.S.), North Squad, are the recipients of the 2024 Trooper of the Year Award for their exceptional commitment and professionalism during a well-being check incident involving an individual experiencing a mental health crisis.

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New Jersey Drone Mystery Sparks Concern and Calls for Action

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Ridgewood NJ, Residents and officials across New Jersey are grappling with an unusual mystery: the repeated sightings of large drones in the skies over central and northern parts of the state. These unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), spotted since mid-November, have prompted a flurry of concerns, from public safety to national security.

The Village is aware that drones have been sighted over Ridgewood, and the Police Department has reported all sightings to both county and federal agencies through the proper reporting chains. As information becomes available, it will be shared with residents.

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Mysterious Drones Spotted Over Wyckoff

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Wyckoff NJ, the Wyckoff Police Department addresses large drown sightings over the township. In a Facebook post  the Wyckoff Police Department   stated,”  We have been made aware of large flying drones being observed this evening throughout the Township.”
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New Jersey State Police: Keep the Roads Safe This Holiday, Drive Sober!

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Ridgewood NJ, Thanksgiving weekend is one of the busiest travel times of the year, with millions taking to the roadways. Our priority is ensuring everyone traveling through New Jersey arrives at their destinations safely. Drive responsibly and make safety your top priority this holiday season. The NJ State Police encourage you to follow a few safety tips to prepare for the unexpected emergencies associated with holiday traffic. Before you head out, please consider the following:

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New Jersey Proposes New Boater Safety Rules

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Atlantic City NJ, Boating Safety Course Proposed New Rules: N.J.A.C. 13:61 Proposed new rules in the New Jersey Administrative Code 13:61 are available for a 60-day comment period following this notice of proposal. Comments must be submitted by December 20, 2024, to:

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Spare Tire Hits Car on Garden State Parkway Causing Serious Damage

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Toms River Nj,  NJ State Police Seeking Public’s Assistance with Serious Motor Vehicle Crash.  The New Jersey State Police is seeking the public’s assistance with a motor vehicle crash investigation that occurred on the Garden State Parkway, milepost 81 in South Toms River, Ocean County on Thursday, October 17.

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Nutley Man Killed, Toddler Injured in Tragic Crash on New Jersey Turnpike

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Fort lee NJ, a tragic accident on the New Jersey Turnpike in Bergen County claimed the life of a Nutley man and injured a toddler on Sunday night, according to state police reports.

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Hackensack Firefighters Respond to Multi-Vehicle Accident on Route 80 Eastbound

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Hackensack NJ, on Tuesday morning around 9:00 AM, emergency crews were dispatched to a multi-vehicle accident on Route 80 Eastbound, just before Exit 66. City of Hackensack Units from Deputy 4, Engine 1, Engine 2, and Rescue 1 responded swiftly to the scene.

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