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 …
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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 …
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 …
Plainfield man sentenced for assaulting officer with dirt bike during Route 22 incident
SOMERVILLE, N.J. — A 39-year-old Plainfield man was sentenced to 364 days in jail on Friday for assaulting a North Plainfield police officer during a …
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 …
Plainfield Man Convicted of Assaulting Officer During Illegal Dirt Bike Incident
Ocean City, MD – The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) has provided an update on the workplace misconduct investigation involving five of its officers. The …
Plainfield Man Charged for Assault
SOMERVILLE, N.J. – A Somerset County jury convicted Victor Ogando-Marte, 39, from Plainfield, of third-degree aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, third-degree resisting arrest, …
Queen City Street Fair Returns to Plainfield for Second Year
PLAINFIELD, N.J., Aug. 17, 2024 — The Queen City Street Fair, a growing community favorite, returns today from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on North …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Plainfield Man Receives Five-Year Sentence for DUI Crash in Bridgewater
SOMERVILLE, NJ — Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald announced the sentencing of 24-year-old Jose C. Villanueva-Izaguirre of Plainfield, NJ. On May 10, 2024, Superior …
$61K Winning Fast Play Ticket Sold in Plainfield
TRENTON, NJ – A Fast Play Progressive ticket has awarded one fortunate player $61,321, which is 50% of the progressive jackpot. The ticket was purchased …
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 …
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 …
Plainfield Man Sentenced for Eluding Police in Somerset County
SOMERVILLE, N.J. – In a recent court proceeding, Edwin O. Dimas-Guerrero, 22, of Plainfield, N.J., was sentenced for his involvement in a high-speed police chase …
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 …
Two Plainfield Men Sentenced to 78 Years for 2021 Shooting
PLAINFIELD – Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel and Plainfield Police Director James Abney announced the sentencing of two Plainfield men for a 2021 shooting …
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, …
South Plainfield Man Arrested After He Killed Three Family Members
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – A triple homicide in South Plainfield, New Jersey, led to the arrest of 23-year-old Om Brahmbhatt. Officers responded to reports of …
Family Brutally Murdered In South Plainfield, Grandson Arrested
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — In a tragic incident, 23-year-old Om Brahmbhatt was charged on Monday with the murders of his grandparents and uncle in their …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Retired Plainfield Fire Chief Sentenced in CASM Case
PLAINFIELD, PA – Frank Svitak, a retired fire chief from the Goshen Fire Department in New Jersey, was sentenced to 2-4 years in a state …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
Fatal Stabbing at Plainfield Train Station Under Investigation
UNION COUNTY, NJ – On Thursday, the Union County Prosecutor’s Office, New Jersey Transit Police, and Plainfield Police Department responded to a stabbing incident at …
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 …
Plainfield Man Sentenced for 2021 Fatal Shooting
UNION COUNTY, NJ – On Friday, a Union County Superior Court judge sentenced 28-year-old Quahif Lane of Plainfield to 25 years in state prison for …
Man Arrested for Indecent Exposure in Plainfield Township
PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP, PA – A resident, Todd W. Winterton, was taken into custody by Slate Belt Regional Police on Saturday, following an incident of indecent …
Jury finds Plainfield man guilty of stabbing death of girlfriend
PLAINFIELD, NJ – Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel announced today that a 62-year-old man from Plainfield, Anthony James, has been found guilty of first-degree …
Man Shot and Killed in Plainfield
PLAINFIELD, NJ – At approximately 6:38 p.m. on Saturday, September 17th, Plainfield Police Officers responded to the area of the 700 Block of Kensington Avenue in …
Plainfield Man Charged for Three Newark Armed Robberies in 15-Minute Span
NEWARK, NJ – A man who committed a series of rapid robberies in Newark during a short span has been arrested and charged. According to …
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 …
20-Year-Old Plainfield Man Shot After Leaving Party
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – A confrontation at a party on Arnold Avenue led to the shooting of a 20-year-old from Plainfield later in the night. …
Plainfield Sentenced on Gun Charges During Sale of Cocaine, Oxycodone
PLAINFIELD, NJ – The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a Plainfield man who was previously convicted of several felonies was sentenced to 144 months …
Tow Truck Driver Who Was Shot Multiple Times Thanks Plainfield Police For Live Saving Efforts
PLAINFIELD, IN – A tow-drive driver who was shot multiple times last month came to town hall to thank the police officers who saved his …
Over Six Pounds of Fentanyl, Seized During Plainfield Traffic Stop
PLAINFIELD IN – The Plainfield Police Department found guns and over 6.5 pounds of fentanyl pills during a traffic stop last week. Correction: originally posted …
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, …
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 Police Stepping Up School Bus Safety Patrols to Catch Stop-Arm Violators
PLAINFIELD, NJ – The Plainfield Police Dept. is stepping up patrols to enhance school bus safety after complaints of reckless driving and stop arm violations …
South Plainfield Man Stole $2.3 Million from His New York Employer
NEWARK, N.J. – The Department of Justice announced a Middlesex County man was charged with embezzling over $2.3 million from a New York-based company where …
Two arrested for shooting murder of Steve Camino in North Plainfield
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Police have arrested two suspects in relation to the shooting death of Steve Camino, age 26, of Grove Street, North Plainfield …
Plainfield man arrested for Friday murder
PLAINFIELD, NJ – Police in Plainfield responded to a shooting at an intersection in the city Friday afternoon that left Eric C. Williams, 50, of …
Three teens arrested for shooting in Plainfield
PLAINFIELD, NJ – An investigation by the Union County Prosecutor’s Office’s and the Plainfield Police Department has led to arrest of three men after being …
Court of Appeals Upholds 300-Month Sentence for Former Resident of Plainfield
CONCORD – United States Attorney John J. Farley announced that the United States Court of Appeals for the First …