Parsippany police find no evidence of immigration questioning during alleged traffic stop
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Parsippany police find no evidence of immigration questioning during alleged traffic stop

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June 20, 2025

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — The Parsippany Police Department says an internal investigation has found no evidence to support claims that a driver was questioned about her immigration status during a traffic stop within the township.

The allegation was raised during the Township Council meeting on June 17, prompting the department to launch a formal review. According to a public statement, Internal Affairs investigators examined CCTV and body-worn camera footage, GPS data, law enforcement databases, and other sources to verify the claim.

“At this time, despite our efforts, the investigation did not yield any evidence that any such motor vehicle stop occurred within our jurisdiction by any officer in our department,” the statement read.

Department cites compliance with state guidelines

The Parsippany Police Department emphasized its adherence to New Jersey Attorney General Guidelines and departmental policies, which prohibit officers from inquiring about immigration status during routine traffic stops.

Officials said the department remains committed to transparency and community trust and will continue to uphold state directives related to immigrant rights and law enforcement conduct.

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