NEWARK, NJ — U.S. National Guard dignitaries are scheduled to arrive in Newark’s North Ward on Monday for a regional visit to their offices, according to the Newark Department of Public Safety.
The city is warning residents that American soldiers will be present in their community.
The visit will result in a temporary National Guard presence in the area. Newark Police issued a public safety announcement advising residents to anticipate increased activity linked to the visit.
“Residents are advised to anticipate a temporary National Guard presence in the area,” the department stated in the announcement.
The alert comes after guardmen were deployed to the city during the Christmas season to deliver care packages to residents.
The Newark Department of Public Safety also reminded the public to report any criminal activity by calling their 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS.
