Two North Plainfield Police Officers Terminated Following License Revocation and Criminal Forgery Case

Two North Plainfield police officers were fired in separate disciplinary cases, including one officer who lost his law enforcement certification following a final restraining order and another who admitted submitting a fraudulent…

Lost dog found near Somerset Street in North Plainfield

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Police are looking to reunite a lost dog with its owner after the animal was found near 485 Somerset Street earlier today. Officers said the dog was safely…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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