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Saddle River NJ, a public disciplinary hearing is set for next week in Saddle River, where Sgt. Diana Golonek, the only female police officer in the borough, faces contested charges from the Saddle River Police Department.
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Saddle River NJ, the Borough of Saddle River recently honored Communications Officer Christopher Rupert of the Saddle River Police Department for his exceptional service during a high-stakes emergency on October 5, 2024. His quick thinking, professionalism, and leadership during a critical incident on Route 17 South earned him recognition from the community and local leaders.
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Paramus NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 42-year-old JONNATHAN DIAZ-GOMEZ of Elizabeth, NJ, on charges stemming from several residential burglaries in Bergen County, NJ. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Paramus Police Department under the direction of Chief Robert Guidetti.
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Saddle Riiver NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 54-year-old MUHAMMAD NADEEM YOUSUF of Waldwick, NJ on a charge of sexual assault. 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 Saddle River Police Department under the direction of Chief Jason Cosgriff.
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Saddle River NJ, the Saddle River Police Department Detective Bureau has reported numerous reports of seller impersonation fraud . Seller impersonation fraud is a type of fraud in which bad actors impersonate property owners and attempt to sell property they don’t own. It is critical that title professionals and our industry partners spread awareness about this type of fraud and educate buyers about the steps they should take to protect themselves.
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Saddle River Nj, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella investigates drowning in Saddle River announcing the following information:
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Saddle River NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of STEVEN RUGELES (DOB: 01/06/1993; married; unemployed) of 1204 Fairmount Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ; SANTIAGO CAMARGO-ROJAS (DOB: 05/03/1999; single; unemployed) of 738 Seaport Drive, Elizabeth, NJ; and NICHOLAS BUITRAGO-GRILLO (DOB: 2/01/2000; single; unemployed) of 738 Seaport Drive, Elizabeth, NJ on charges of conspiracy to commit burglary, money laundering, receiving stolen property, possession of false government documents and possession of burglar tools. The arrest is the result of a joint investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and several other Bergen County police departments.
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Saddle River NJ, on Thursday morning approximately 12:00am Saddle River Fire Department 11 was dispatched to the working structure fire in the borough. Engine 1131, Ladder 1141, Rescue 1142, Engine 1133, Chief 1130, and Asst. Chief 1140 responded. Upon arrival the working fire assignment was dispatched to include Woodcliff Lake, Ho-Ho-Kus, Hillsdale, Waldwick, and Upper Saddle River.
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Saddle River NJ, Saddle River Police have been made aware of a phone scammer pretending to be an Officer with the Saddle River Police Department. The call is regarding fake open warrants for your arrest. If you receive any calls from someone regarding open warrants for your arrest, you should verify with you local Police Department by calling the publicly listed phone number for your LOCAL law enforcement. DO NOT provide any identifying information to these callers, it will be used in additional scams. If you have any questions or feel you may have been a victim of one of these event’s please call the police desk to discuss the situation with a Police Officer.
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Saddle River NJ, Saddle River Police Department Traffic Alert – West Saddle River Road will be closed Tuesday March 28th from 11AM to 4PM between East Allendale Road and Pleasant Avenue for utility work. Plan Accordingly. Residents and local traffic only will be allowed in the closed area.
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Saddle River NJ, Saddle River proudly hosted its first Car Show on October 8th and everyone was cordially invited. The event received a great response from Saddle River and the neighboring towns!
The event was sponsored by Saddle River PBA Local 348, Saddle River Police Department, and Saddle River Fire Department! The Saddle River Borough staff and Special Events Committee members
did a great with the event! Several people received trophies for their unique classic cars, and Mayor Al Kurpis delivered awards!
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Glen Rock NJ, on Monday July 4th at 1:27 AM , while on patrol, Sgt. Carter observed a dark colored SUV traveling on Route 208 Northbound with no working tail lights. Glen Rock Police Sgt. Carter attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop with the vehicle, but the vehicle accelerated and continued to travel into Wyckoff. Sgt. Carter ceased his attempt to stop the car and notified surrounding towns of the vehicle description and reason for the attempt to stop. A short time later, the Saddle River Police Department came across the vehicle and the occupants fled on foot. All the occupants were later apprehended, and the adult driver faces several motor vehicle charges for the infractions that occurred in Glen Rock.
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Saddle River NJ, Saddle River Police Department has issued a Traffic Alert! West Saddle River Road will be closed in both directions at Dater lane until further notice. Recent heavy rains have undermined the road causing a significant collapse under the steel plates. Bergen County has responded to barricade the roadway and prepare for reconstruction. This project will take many months and the road will be closed to all vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Due to the hazards, large fencing will be established for safety reasons to prevent anyone from walking into the work zone.
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Emerson NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of COLIN MURPHY (DOB: 8/11/2003; single; unemployed) of 91 North Vivyen Street, Bergenfield, New Jersey; JACOB INGLIS (DOB: 4/26/2002; single; unemployed) of 2 Sunrise Terrace, Bergenfield, New Jersey; and Cameron Schneid (DOB: 5/23/2001; single; unemployed) of 526 Boulevard, New Milford, New Jersey on robbery and theft charges. These arrests are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love, and the Emerson Police Department under the direction of Chief Michael Mazzeo.
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