Tag: Metuchen Police Department
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Two men charged with drug-induced death of Metuchen man
Two men have been charged with allegedly providing a toxic combination of heroin and fentanyl that caused the death of a 24-year-old Metuchen resident. Sherman Williams, 67, of Old Bridge, was charged with one count of strict liability for a drug induced death on Oct. 19 and the same charge was levied against Leland Alexander,…
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Metuchen police looking into concerns about traffic and speeding around Newman Street
METUCHEN — Police are looking into residents’ concerns of traffic and speeding in and around the area of Newman Street, and will take whatever action is necessary, according to Police Chief David Irizarry. Neighbors Sheera Stern and Michelle Hornby attended the Borough Council meeting on Oct. 1 and shared their concerns before Mayor Jonathan Busch…
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Four men charged in connection to Metuchen robbery in July
METUCHEN — The attempted use of stolen debit cards led to charges against four Perth Amboy men in connection with a robbery of a Fords man who was sitting in his vehicle in July, according to Metuchen Police Lt. Arthur Flaherty. A 43-year-old and a 32-year-old were both charged with receiving stolen property, fraudulent…
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Edison and Metuchen hold National Night Out events
Before the lightning and thunderstorms rained on everyone’s parade, people young and old came out to enjoy National Night Out events in Edison and Metuchen. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live, according to information provided by the organization.…
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Participants sought for National Night Out in Metuchen
The Metuchen Police Department will hold a National Night Out event from 5:30-8 p.m. on Aug. 7 at the Metuchen Municipal Pool, 50 Lake Ave., Metuchen. There will be photos with police, firefighters and EMS members; swimming; food; giveaways; entertainment; games; and prizes. The Municipal Alliance is asking interested businesses and organizations to participate by…
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Metuchen Police Department to hold National Night Out on Aug. 7
The Metuchen Police Department will hold a National Night Out event from 5:30-8 p.m., Aug. 7, at the Metuchen Municipal Pool, 50 Lake Ave., Metuchen. There will be photos with police, firefighters and EMS members; swimming; food; giveaways; entertainment; games; and prizes.
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Police will participate in seat belt campaign
Law enforcement officers from the Woodbridge, Metuchen and Edison police departments will join police from around the country in cracking down on unbuckled motorists and passengers as part of the national Click it or Ticket campaign. Through June 3, there will be high visibility seat belt checkpoints and saturation patrols, in combination with local and…
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Neve Shalom Nursery School Trike-a-Thon to support purchase of Smart Board
Neve Shalom Nursery School will hold its first Trike-a-Thon from 3-5 p.m. on April 22 at the congregation, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. Bring a bicycle, tricycle or riding car and ride laps on the driving course. Helmets are mandatory. There will also be a petting zoo, information from the Metuchen Police Department about bike safety, face…
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Metuchen appoints traffic safety officer
METUCHEN — The Metuchen Police Department will soon have a dedicated traffic safety officer. “We have been asking for a traffic safety officer for a bit now,” Mayor Jonathan Busch said. Police Cpl. Rob Ring “is an impressive member of our force with a background and education in traffic enforcement,” Busch said. Police Chief David Irizarry…
