Breaking: Police investigate reported shooting in Linden neighborhood
LINDEN, NJ – A shooting investigation is underway Monday evening after reports of gunfire surfaced near the 600 block of Carnegie Street, prompting police to urge residents to avoid the area while…
Linden opens JTG Center as cooling site for residents without power
LINDEN, N.J. — Mayor Derek Armstead announced Monday that the JTG Center at 311 Helen Street will remain open to assist residents without power amid rising indoor temperatures. The center is offering…
Linden police seek suspect who attacked woman on North Park Avenue
LINDEN, NJ — Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect accused of assaulting a woman last week on North Park Avenue. According to the Linden Police Department, the…
Six arrested in connection to 2023 downtown Linden shooting following two-year investigation
LINDEN, N.J. – Four men and two juveniles have been arrested in connection with a 2023 downtown Linden shooting, concluding a two-year investigation that uncovered efforts by the suspects to conceal their…
Lucky numbers land $34K prize at Linden Convenience
SAINT ALBANS, NY — A TAKE 5 player is celebrating a big win after purchasing a top-prize ticket worth $34,362 for the May 10 evening drawing, according to the New York Lottery.…
Driver flees after crash sends three to hospital in Linden
A hit-and-run crash involving a pickup truck and a sedan in Linden Monday night left three people hospitalized and police searching for the driver who fled the scene, authorities said. At approximately…
Teen arrested after shots fired during juvenile dispute in Linden
LINDEN, N.J. — A 16-year-old boy is in custody following a late-night shooting Friday that left several vehicles damaged but no injuries reported, according to the Linden Police Department. Officers responded just…
Masked man busted in armed robbery of teen in Linden after two-month probe
LINDEN, N.J. — A two-month investigation has resulted in the arrest of a 21-year-old man accused of robbing a teenager at knifepoint in Linden earlier this year, police said. Rodney Peterson of…
Driver charged in double-fatal Linden crash after allegedly running red light at high speed
LINDEN, NJ — A 28-year-old Piscataway man has been charged with two counts of second-degree vehicular homicide in connection with a deadly crash last year that killed two people, officials announced Thursday.…
Veteran Police Officer Retires In Linden After 17 Year Career
LINDEN, N.J. — The Linden Police Department on Tuesday announced the retirement of Sgt. Antonio Lacosta, marking the end of a 17-year law enforcement career that began in Paterson and concluded with…
Storm knocks out power to 2,800 in Linden, full restoration expected this morning
LINDEN, NJ — More than 2,800 customers in Linden lost power overnight following a severe storm, according to a statement from the Linden Police Department early Monday. PSE&G crews are actively working…
Lost dog found on S. Wood Ave, Linden police seek owner
LINDEN, NJ (Feb. 28, 2025) – The Linden Police Department is searching for the owner of a lost dog found Friday morning near S. Wood Avenue. Authorities posted about the discovery on…
Newark Man Sentenced to Nine Years for Robbing Amazon Driver in Linden
LINDEN, NJ – A Newark man has been sentenced to nine years in state prison for his role in the daytime robbery of an Amazon delivery driver in June 2023. Anthony Torres,…
Linden Man Injured in Wrong-Way Motorized Bicycle Crash on W. Elizabeth Avenue
LINDEN, NJ — A 24-year-old Linden man was injured Friday night after his motorized bicycle collided with an SUV on W. Elizabeth Avenue, police reported. The crash occurred just after 10:00 p.m.…
Linden police lift school lockdown after false report of armed man
LINDEN, N.J. — A 9-1-1 call reporting a man carrying a rifle near East Elizabeth Avenue and North Park Avenue prompted a swift response from Linden police Wednesday morning, leading to a…
Linden Police Make Arrest in Domestic Stabbing Case
*LINDEN, NJ – At approximately 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, officers responded to the 200 block of Grant Street in Linden following reports of a stabbing. According to initial reports, a 20-year-old woman…
Linden Police Department to Host Voluntary Gun Surrender Event
Linden, NJ – The Linden Police Department will host a gun surrender event on Saturday as part of a county-wide effort to reduce gun violence and enhance community safety. The program provides…
Linden Latin Festival to Celebrate Latin Music, Dance, and Culture
LINDEN, NJ – On September 15, the Linden Latin Festival will bring the community together for a vibrant celebration of Latin culture from 12 PM to 7 PM. Hosted by Mayor Derek…
Water main break disrupts traffic on South Park Avenue in Linden
LINDEN, N.J. — A water main break on South Park Avenue has caused traffic disruptions, with the road reduced to one lane in each direction between Route 1 and East Linden Avenue,…
Three Suspects Apprehended After Stolen Vehicle Pursuit Ends in Linden Crash
LINDEN, N.J. — Three suspects were taken into custody after a stolen vehicle pursuit ended in a crash in Linden late Friday afternoon. The incident began around 5:30 p.m. when Linden Central…
Missing Person Alert: Linden Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating 34-Year-Old Man
LINDEN, N.J. — The Linden Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Pinchus Mordechai Wieder, 34, who was last seen at a synagogue on Friday night. Wieder, who was wearing…