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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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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, a tragic four-vehicle crash on Route 17 south in Hasbrouck Heights claimed the life of Edwin B. Coreas, 30, of Bogota, on Thursday, March 6, 2025, according to officials.
Continue reading Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights Claims One Life
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Paramus NJ, in a concerning incident highlighting the intersection of social media and public safety, a 14-year-old from Bergen County was arrested after allegedly threatening to “shoot up” Bergen Community College in a TikTok comment. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office announced the arrest and outlined the timeline of events leading to the teenager’s detainment.
Continue reading Bergen County Teen Arrested for Threatening Bergen Community College on TikTok
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Teaneck NJ, Authorities are investigating a tragic hit-and-run that claimed the life of a pedestrian in Teaneck on Thursday evening.
Continue reading Fatal Hit-and-Run Under Investigation in Teaneck
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Ridgefield Park NJ, a shooting incident Tuesday evening on Teaneck Road in Ridgefield Park has prompted an active investigation, according to local authorities. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, in partnership with the Ridgefield Park Police Department, is handling the case.
Continue reading Shooting on Teaneck Road in Ridgefield Park Under Investigation
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Fort Lee NJ, a devastating incident has rocked the community of Fort Lee, as authorities confirm that a 12-year-old girl who died Saturday night had ingested a fatal dose of narcotics. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office released a statement on Sunday detailing the tragic event and subsequent arrest.
Continue reading Tragic Death of 12-Year-Old Girl in Fort Lee Linked to Fatal Dose of Narcotics
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Glen Rock NJ, the basketball courts at Wilde Memorial Park in Glen Rock remain closed following a shooting on Tuesday night. Although the rest of the park has reopened, officials have stated that the basketball courts will remain off-limits until further notice.
Continue reading Wilde Memorial Park Basketball Courts Remain Closed Amid Shooting Investigation
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Maywood NJ, in a troubling incident on Tuesday morning, authorities launched an investigation into an armed robbery at Diamond Fantasy jewelers located at 42 West Pleasant Ave. in Maywood.
Continue reading Investigation Underway Following Armed Robbery at Maywood Jewelry Store
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Bergenfield NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office announced on Friday evening that a 94-year-old Bergenfield resident, Ernest Hofmann, has been arrested in connection with the fatal Dumont hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of an Englewood school teacher on Thursday.
Continue reading Bergenfield man, 94, Charged Over Fatal Dumont Hit-and-Run
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Dumont NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office is currently probing a tragic hit-and-run incident that occurred in the borough of Dumont’s bustling business district on Thursday evening.
Continue reading Pedestrian Fatally Struck by a Vehicle in Dumont
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Teaneck NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office is currently investigating a residential fire that occurred in the early hours of Monday morning, which resulted in two individuals being hospitalized.
Continue reading Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit Investigates Teaneck House Fire
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Paramus NJ, a 61-year-old man was discovered deceased at a residence on Bruce Drive in the borough on Friday, authorities confirmed.
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Palisade Park NJ, following a filed complaint and the Mayor being requested to leave a polling location by the Board of Elections chairman on election day, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s office will investigate the mayor’s actions.
Continue reading Complaint Charges Palisade Park Mayor with Election Interference
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Hackensack NJ, The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office has officially confirmed a criminal investigation into the conduct of a sworn member of the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office. While details regarding the identity of the individual and the nature of the investigation remain undisclosed, a spokesperson verified the ongoing inquiry on Friday. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office is cooperating with the investigation, as stated by the Attorney General. Unfortunately, no additional information could be obtained from a spokesperson for the prosecutor’s office at this time.
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