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Large Fire Damages 3 Homes in Camden, NJ

One person injured as blaze tears through neighborhood

Newark Police Warn of Surge in Thefts Targeting 3 Honda Models

Thieves are using electronic devices to steal late-model Accords, Civics, and CR-Vs in Newark, NJ.

Smoke Alarm Wakes Resident to House Fire in Basking Ridge

The fire broke out in the kitchen during early morning hours, but no injuries were reported.

Fire Contained at EMR Metal Recycling Facility in Camden, New Jersey

Blaze comes 1 month after company was sued over previous scrapyard fires

Wildwood Crest man charged for stealing Giant Wheel metal

Theft of $175,000 in materials disrupts but doesn't derail Morey's Piers restoration project

Man Arrested for Palisades Park Vehicle Burglary and Credit Card Fraud

35-year-old Michael A. Cokley charged with burglary and fraudulent credit card use after investigation by local police.

Man Charged in $175K Theft of Wildwood Ferris Wheel Parts

Authorities say the suspect sold stolen metal from the iconic attraction to a scrapyard.

Wildwood Crest Man Charged for Stealing Giant Wheel Metal

Theft of $175,000 in restoration materials disrupts but doesn't derail Morey's Piers project

Howell Man Charged in String of Thefts at West Long Branch Retro Fitness

Police say Edward Byham stole cash from gym lockers over a two-month period.

Howell Man Charged in Locker Thefts at West Long Branch Gym

Edward Byham, 35, was arrested following a weeks-long investigation by local police.

New Jersey's Top 3 Most Dangerous Cities in 2026

Crime concerns grow in the Garden State, with Camden, Atlantic City, and Trenton topping the list.

2 Charged in South Brunswick Dirt Bike Theft, Police Say

Authorities followed footprints in the snow to locate the suspects.

Camden County Man Charged in Berlin Twp., NJ, McDonald's Robbery

Authorities say the suspect demanded cash from employees and fled the scene.

Teen Arrested for Attempted Vehicle Burglary in Gloucester Township, NJ

Suspect fled on foot but was apprehended after a brief chase

Red Bank Police Blotter: January Crime and Arrests

Incidents include vandalism, theft, and multiple arrests for DWI, assault, and contempt of court.

Fires Close Small Restaurants in Hoboken and Jersey City

Owners hope to reopen soon after recent blazes at Caffe Buon Gusto and Meryendang Pinoy

Gloucester Twp. Diner To Reopen After Series Of Fires

Meadows Diner will reopen after addressing neon lighting issues that caused multiple fires.

Burglar Flees After Being Confronted By Hamilton Street Residents: Police

Residents affiliated with Rutgers University reported items stolen in overnight break-in.

4 Dogs Dead, 1 Injured After Fire at New Jersey Animal Shelter

Authorities say the blaze started in the kennel area where the animals were kept

3 Trenton Men Arrested for Montgomery Home Burglary

Suspects charged with breaking into occupied home and fleeing police

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