Police Incident in Roxbury Sparks Rumors of ICE Involvement

Authorities remain tight-lipped about the details of the law enforcement operation that closed a major road for hours.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A police operation in Landing, New Jersey on Tuesday morning that involved a man being held at gunpoint forced the closure of Landing Road for much of the day and sparked rumors of ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) involvement on social media. Authorities have not provided any details about the incident, leading to speculation and concerns from the local community.

Why it matters

The incident has raised concerns among some residents about potential immigration enforcement actions, especially given the recent consideration of a Roxbury warehouse as a potential ICE detention facility. The lack of information from law enforcement has also fueled rumors and uncertainty within the community.

The details

According to witnesses, the incident took place around 7 a.m. on Landing Road across from the Lake Hopatcong Foundation office. A dashcam video showed a law enforcement officer pointing a gun at a man who had gotten out of a pickup truck that had been pulled over or blocked by what appeared to be an unmarked police vehicle. The man was behaving erratically, and the words 'Get on the ground' could be heard. Roxbury police deferred comment to the Morris County Prosecutor's Office, which in turn deferred to the state Attorney General's Office, which did not immediately respond to requests for information.

  • The incident occurred around 7 a.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
  • Landing Road was closed for much of the day due to the police operation.

The players

Caitlin Doran

Director of the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, whose office was near the scene of the incident.

Patrick Krudop

Education and outreach director at the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, who witnessed the incident.

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What they’re saying

“Patrick saw people being asked to exit the truck at gunpoint. One complied right away. The other did not.”

— Caitlin Doran, Director, Lake Hopatcong Foundation (tapinto.net)

What’s next

The state Attorney General's Office has not yet responded to requests for information about the incident, leaving the community with unanswered questions and concerns.

The takeaway

This incident has highlighted the need for greater transparency and communication from law enforcement, especially when their actions raise concerns within the community about potential immigration enforcement or other sensitive issues. The lack of information has fueled rumors and speculation, underscoring the importance of timely and clear communication from authorities.