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Palisades Park Police Officer Lied Under Oath Durring Internal Investigation

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The arrest follows a complete revamping of the Palisades Park Police Department by Chief George Beck, assisted by Capt. James Rotundo

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Palisades Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 32-year-old CORY J. HAVENS of VAUXHALL, NJ for false swearing under oath. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jeff Angermeyer.

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Pal Park Man Charged With Distribution of Kiddie Porn

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The investigation revealed over 26,000 items depicting nude and/or sexually explicit prepubescent and pubescent children

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Palisades Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 39-year-old JULIO A. FERNANDEZ of Palisades Park, NJ on charges of distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Deputy Chief Jeff Angermeyer.

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Pal Park Police Tip Leads to the Arrest of Cryptocurrency Scammer for Money Laundering

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Palisades Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 39-year-old OLANREWAJU B. ADEOSUN of Dunwoody, GA, in connection with a money laundering investigation. This arrest is the result of a lengthy investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.

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Beyond the Baseline: How Palisades Park Teen Alexander Lorenzo is Redefining ‘Service’ for the Digital Age

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From U.S. Open Ball Crew to Global Humanitarian: A Life Guided by “Much is Required”

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Palisades Park NJ, in an era dominated by screens and social media, Alexander Lorenzo of Palisades Park, NJ, stands out as a young man committed to authentic, person-to-person connection. An avid tennis player since age five, Alexander has truly taken the concept of “service” far beyond the tennis court, logging nearly 300 hours of community service by the end of his junior year at Regis High School in New York City.

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Palisades Park Man Arrested on Child Abuse Charges

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Palisades Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 35-year-old DONALD L. BUSH of Palisades Park, on aggravated assault, simple assault, and child abuse charges. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Palisades Park Police Department, under the direction of Chief George Beck.

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Palisades Park Spends $1M on Unused Police Trailer—Investigation Ongoing

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PALISADES PARK, NJ — Nearly two years after approving a $1 million lease for a temporary police department trailer, borough officials and residents are still left asking the same questions: Why was it never used? And why is it still sitting vacant near Depot Place?

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Palisades Park Man Arrested for Sexual Assault and Child Endangerment, Authorities Say

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Palisades Park, NJ – A 23-year-old man from Palisades Park has been arrested and charged with sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child, according to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella.

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Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Takes Over Palisades Park Police Internal Affairs Investigations

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Palisades Park NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office has taken over the internal affairs investigations for the Palisades Park Police Department, raising concerns about oversight, political influence, and law enforcement accountability.

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Palisades Park Mayor Paul Kim Under Investigation Amid Lawsuit Allegations

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Palisades Park  NJ, Palisades Park Mayor Chong “Paul” Kim was reportedly under investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office in early 2024, according to a legal filing by a police officer seeking $2 million in damages from the borough.

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Palisades Park Investigates Possible Overpayment of Employee Vacation and Sick Time

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Palisades Park NJ, the Borough of Palisades Park is launching an investigation into potential overpayments of vacation and sick time to borough employees, raising new concerns about financial oversight. This follows a history of scrutiny, including a 2021 comptroller’s report that revealed significant taxpayer losses due to improper sick leave payouts.

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Palisades Park Moves Toward Accessory Dwelling Units Amid Affordable Housing Push

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Palisades Park NJ, Palisades Park is taking a significant step toward addressing the region’s affordability crisis by introducing a new ordinance to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for one- and two-family homes. This move comes in response to a court order requiring the borough to develop a comprehensive affordable housing plan.

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Fort Lee Driver Charged in Palisades Park Hit and Run

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Palisades Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 28-year-old HUGO R. PAZ-LAJUJ of Fort Lee, NJ on charges stemming from a hit-and-run accident. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Palisades Park Police Department under the direction of Officer-in-Charge Captain James Rotundo.

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Former Palisades Park Clerk Files Lawsuit Alleging Harassment and Retaliation

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Palisades Park NJ, Gina Kim, the former Borough Clerk of Palisades Park, has filed a seven-count lawsuit in Bergen County Superior Court, accusing Mayor Paul Kim and others of creating a hostile work environment, engaging in gender discrimination, and retaliating against her. The lawsuit stems from her 15-year tenure with the borough, including her role as Borough Clerk since 2015.

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Palisades Park Police Left in Moldy Headquarters as Expensive Trailers Remain Unused

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Palisades Park NJ, nearly a year after a custom modular building was brought in to relocate Palisades Park police officers from their mold-infested headquarters, the multi-level trailer structure remains empty. The borough continues to pay for the unused trailers while officers work in unhealthy conditions, leading to mounting frustration among residents, the local police union, and borough officials.

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