North Plainfield

Costco clothing theft caught on camera in North Plainfield

Costco theft under $100 sparks search for suspects in North Plainfield NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two individuals captured on surveillance video stealing nearly…

August 21, 2025

Bounce houses and badges bring big crowds to North Plainfield

North Plainfield, NJ – Families packed the streets and local parks Tuesday night for North Plainfield’s 2025 National Night Out celebration, which turned into a community-wide block party aimed at strengthening ties…

August 6, 2025

Flooded-out cars towed in North Plainfield as police list recovery companies

NORTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. — The North Plainfield Police Department on Monday released information for residents trying to locate vehicles towed during recent flood-related incidents, listing four contracted towing companies used for removals…

July 15, 2025

North Plainfield police seek public’s help in vehicle burglary investigation

The North Plainfield Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle burglary that occurred in the early hours of May 1 on the 200 block of Belmont Avenue, officials announced Monday. According to…

May 6, 2025

Smash and grab burglars steal large haul of Apple devices from North Plainfield store

NORTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. — Police are investigating a commercial burglary on Somerset Street after suspects broke into a business and stole a significant number of Apple iPhones and iPads. According to the…

February 12, 2025

North Plainfield police seek information in Chatham Street yard theft

NORTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. — The North Plainfield Police Department is investigating a theft that occurred in the early hours of November 3, in which an unidentified individual reportedly took an item from…

November 5, 2024

North Plainfield Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Theft Suspect

North Plainfield, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying an individual suspected of stealing a wallet on June 22, 2024. The suspect is believed to…

July 6, 2024

Police handcuffs and criminal fingerprints card

Man Arrested for Sexual Assault of Two Minors in North Plainfield

North Plainfield, NJ – Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, Chief of County Detectives Francisco Roman Jr., and North Plainfield Chief of Police William Parenti announced the arrest of 68-year-old Pierre Joseph…

July 6, 2024

Suspect Arrested for North Plainfield Armed Robbery

North Plainfield, NJ – Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives Francisco Roman Jr., and North Plainfield Chief of Police William Parenti announced the arrest…

June 14, 2024

North Plainfield Police Seek Help Identifying Assault Suspects

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department is calling for public assistance in identifying suspects involved in an assault that occurred on June 2, 2024, at around 11:50 PM. The…

June 3, 2024

North Plainfield Police Seek to Identify Credit Card Fraud Suspect

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ—The North Plainfield Police Department requests public assistance in identifying an individual involved in credit card fraud following a motor vehicle burglary in Plainfield. In the early hours of April…

April 5, 2024

North Plainfield Police Seeking Suspects in Violent Road Rage Attack

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department is currently investigating an assault stemming from a road rage confrontation. The incident occurred on March 3, at around 4:25 PM, at the…

March 11, 2024

Fire Hoses next to a Fire Engine, waiting to be stored back on the truck.

North Plainfield Fire Department Mourns Loss of Firefighter Marques Hudson

North Plainfield, NJ – The North Plainfield community is in mourning following the tragic loss of Firefighter Marques Hudson. The Plainfield Fire Department announced that during a recent incident, a Mayday call…

January 30, 2024

North Plainfield Police Department Reminds of Fireworks Ban During New Year’s Celebration

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department (NPPD) issued a reminder to residents ahead of the upcoming holiday, emphasizing that the sale, possession, or use of fireworks is illegal under…

December 29, 2023

Dirt Bike and ATV Seizures Prompt Safety Warning in North Plainfield

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Local police have recently seized two dirt bikes being illegally operated on public roads, prompting a warning regarding the perils of such activities. New legislation imposes enhanced penalties…

November 9, 2023

Automated Parking Enforcement via Safety Sticks Introduced in North Plainfield

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Borough has implemented Safety Sticks along “no parking” zones on Somerset Street. These solar-powered camera devices will support automated parking enforcement by capturing time-stamped images…

November 9, 2023

North Plainfield Police to Crack Down on Loud Mufflers After Spike in Complaints

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department has announced increased enforcement against loud mufflers in response to a surge of complaints from the community. Officers will be focusing on vehicles…

October 23, 2023

Police Investigating Apple Store Burglary in North Plainfield

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department is investigating a commercial burglary that took place on September 1, at around 5:30 a.m. The incident occurred at the Best Wireless store…

September 18, 2023

North Plainfield Police Seek Suspect in Series of Window Smashings

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department is actively investigating a string of window smashings that have targeted vehicles and buildings around town. Surveillance footage captured an individual throwing rocks…

August 21, 2023

North Plainfield Police Investigate String of Residential Burglaries

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department has been actively investigating a recent series of residential burglaries. These incidents have reportedly been taking place during the early morning hours, between…

July 25, 2023

Scam Investigation Underway in North Plainfield

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The North Plainfield Police Department is investigating a reported “Lottery” scam that took place on Friday, at approximately 10:00 am. During the incident, two unidentified women approached a…

July 22, 2023

Residential Fire Under Investigation in North Plainfield

NORTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. – A residential fire that broke out on Mountain Avenue is currently under investigation by Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald. According to Prosecutor McDonald, the North Plainfield Fire…

June 6, 2023

No Longer Just a Shore Problem; North Plainfield Says Zero Tolerance for Popup Parties

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – 2022 is becoming the year of the popup party. Large, loosely organized get-together in public and private spaces that typically turn into unruly mobs have sprung up at…

July 27, 2022

North Plainfield Man Gets 20 Years in Prison for Fatal Shooting of 15-Year-Old During NNO Celebration

SOMERVILLE, N.J. – As the community and police officers were celebrating National Night Out, a day to recognize the relationship between the community and police, a shooting took place just a few…

May 2, 2022

Third Suspect Arrested in North Plainfield Murder

NORTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. (PRESS RELEASE) – Somerset County Acting Prosecutor Annmarie Taggart, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives John W. Fodor, and North Plainfield Chief of Police William G. Parenti…

April 26, 2022

Costco clothing theft caught on camera in North Plainfield

Bounce houses and badges bring big crowds to North Plainfield

Flooded-out cars towed in North Plainfield as police list recovery companies

North Plainfield police seek public’s help in vehicle burglary investigation

Smash and grab burglars steal large haul of Apple devices from North Plainfield store

North Plainfield police seek information in Chatham Street yard theft

North Plainfield Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Theft Suspect

Man Arrested for Sexual Assault of Two Minors in North Plainfield

Suspect Arrested for North Plainfield Armed Robbery

North Plainfield Police Seek Help Identifying Assault Suspects

North Plainfield Police Seek to Identify Credit Card Fraud Suspect

North Plainfield Police Seeking Suspects in Violent Road Rage Attack

North Plainfield Fire Department Mourns Loss of Firefighter Marques Hudson

North Plainfield Police Department Reminds of Fireworks Ban During New Year’s Celebration

Dirt Bike and ATV Seizures Prompt Safety Warning in North Plainfield

Automated Parking Enforcement via Safety Sticks Introduced in North Plainfield

North Plainfield Police to Crack Down on Loud Mufflers After Spike in Complaints

Police Investigating Apple Store Burglary in North Plainfield

North Plainfield Police Seek Suspect in Series of Window Smashings

North Plainfield Police Investigate String of Residential Burglaries

Scam Investigation Underway in North Plainfield

Residential Fire Under Investigation in North Plainfield

North Plainfield Man Gets 20 Years in Prison for Fatal Shooting of 15-Year-Old During NNO Celebration

Third Suspect Arrested in North Plainfield Murder

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