Vernon Man Charged With Sex Assault of Juvenile in Fair Lawn Dating to Early 1990s

Hackensack, NJ — A Vernon Township man has been arrested on multiple sexual assault charges stemming from allegations that he repeatedly assaulted a juvenile in Fair Lawn during the early 1990s, Bergen…

Four indicted after violent home invasion and car theft in Fair Lawn

Indictment handed down in brazen NJ home invasion auto theft Trenton, NJ – Four men have been indicted on a slate of charges connected to a violent home invasion and car theft…

Cops seize gun, drugs and nunchucks in Fair Lawn bust

FAIR LAWN, NJ — A late-night police stop in Fair Lawn led to the seizure of a handgun, drugs, and other weapons after two people jumped out of a suspicious vehicle, authorities…

Welcome Aboard! Three new Fair Lawn police recruits sworn in, begin training at Bergen academy

FAIR LAWN, N.J. — Deputy Mayor Gail Reinitz officially swore in three Fair Lawn residents as the borough’s newest police officers on Wednesday, marking the beginning of their careers in law enforcement.…

Driver hospitalized after crash on Route 4 in Fair Lawn during wet road conditions

FAIR LAWN, N.J. — A 20-year-old man was taken to a local hospital after a single-vehicle crash early this week on Route 4 eastbound near Saddle River Road, officials said. The crash…

Fair Lawn student sworn in as Chief for a Day

FAIR LAWN, NJ — The Fair Lawn Police Department hosted a special event Thursday, swearing in 14-year-old David Parian, a student from Memorial Middle School, as Chief for a Day. The day…

Fair Lawn Police mourn the passing of beloved school Officer Jose Valentin

FAIR LAWN, NJ — The Fair Lawn Police Department is mourning the loss of Special Law Enforcement Officer Class 3 Jose Valentin, a dedicated public servant remembered for his decades-long commitment to…

Fair Lawn police warn seniors about rising scam threats

FAIR LAWN, NJ — The Fair Lawn Police Department hosted an informational session at the local Senior Center to educate older residents on how to avoid becoming victims of scams. Captain Dawicki…

Fair Lawn Police Warn Residents About Scams

Fair Lawn, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department has issued a warning to local residents concerning a surge in scams affecting the community. Over the past month, incidents have increased where…

Fair Lawn Man Charged with False Public Alarm Against Local Businesses, Crisis Center

Fair Lawn, NJ — Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Clyde Johnson, 26, of Fair Lawn, NJ, on charges of false public alarm. The arrest followed an investigation led…

Fair Lawn Swears in Chief for a Day

Fair Lawn, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department had the honor of swearing in Chief Aarav Karki as Chief for a Day. Chief Karki was welcomed at Memorial Middle School and…

Alert: Rise in Phone Scams Targeting Fair Lawn Residents According to Police

FAIR LAWN, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department is warning residents of a recent increase in phone scams, where fraudsters pose as reputable companies to extract money and personal information. Scammers…

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Fire Claims Lives of Three Cats in Fair Lawn Home

Fair Lawn, NJ – A devastating fire tore through a nearly century-old home in Fair Lawn on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the tragic loss of three cats. The blaze, which broke out…

Fair Lawn Schools Closed on Tuesday, Police Ask Residents to Use Caution in Winter Advisory Message

Fair Lawn, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department has issued a comprehensive advisory to residents in anticipation of severe weather conditions, emphasizing the importance of adherence to snow emergency regulations to…

Winter Storm Watch in Fair Lawn with Expected Mixed Precipitation

FAIR LAWN – The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Fair Lawn, effective from 6:00 p.m. Saturday to 6:00 p.m. Sunday. The forecast predicts mixed precipitation, starting as…

Boil Water Advisory Issued in Borough of Fair Lawn

FAIR LAWN, NJ – The Borough of Fair Lawn announced that a water main break occurred on Friday, at the intersection of Plaza Rd and Berdan Avenue. The incident led to a…

It’s Back to School for Fair Lawn Cop Replacing SRO

FAIR LAWN, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department announced the appointment of Officer Luke Hintzen as the new School Resource Officer (SRO) at Fair Lawn High School, replacing Officer Sean Nagle…

Fair Lawn Man Charged with Sexual Assault of a Minor

UNION COUNTY, NJ – Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel announced the arrest of a Fair Lawn man in connection with the sexual assault of a minor. Shalom “Sal” Yehudiel, 40, faces…

Respected Community Volunteer Remembered in Fair Lawn

FAIR LAWN, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department has announced the passing of Marie Gajarsky. Marie was a dedicated and compassionate individual who was deeply involved in community service. Marie was…

Fair Lawn Man Arrested on Drug Distribution Charges

FAIR LAWN, NJ – Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella recently announced the arrest of Erik A. Cruz of Fair Lawn, NJ on drug distribution charges. The arrest resulted from an investigation conducted…

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