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Park Ridge Today
By the People, for the People
Two Bergen County Cops Suspended After Park Ridge Assault Arrest
The officers were involved in an off-duty altercation that left a victim with significant injuries.
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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Two Bergen County police officers have been suspended after they were arrested and charged in an aggravated assault investigation at a Park Ridge steakhouse. The incident occurred on December 6, 2025, when responding officers found a man on the ground with an apparent head injury. An investigation determined that one of the officers, who was off-duty at the time, was involved in the physical altercation that led to the victim's injuries. The other officer, also off-duty, as well as two other individuals, are accused of providing false information to help conceal the first officer's involvement.
Why it matters
This incident raises concerns about off-duty police conduct and the potential for abuse of authority, as well as the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement. It also highlights the need for effective oversight and disciplinary measures to address misconduct by officers.
The details
According to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office, Montvale police officer Nicholas K. Dispoto, 31, and Park Ridge police officer Jason R. Vradenburg, 28, were involved in the incident, along with Martina L. McGee, 29, of Hillsdale, and Thomas M. Schiavone, 59, of St. James City, Florida. Dispoto, who was off-duty at the time, was allegedly involved in the physical altercation that led to the victim's "significant bodily injury." Vradenburg, who was also off-duty, as well as McGee and Schiavone, are accused of providing responding officers with false information to help conceal Dispoto's involvement.
- On December 6, 2025, the Park Ridge Police Department responded to a disturbance in progress in front of The Park Steakhouse.
- On February 12, 2026, Vradenburg was arrested and charged with third-degree endangering an injured victim, third-degree tampering with public records, and fourth-degree hindering apprehension of another.
- On February 13, 2026, Dispoto was arrested.
The players
Nicholas K. Dispoto
A 31-year-old Montvale police officer who was off-duty at the time of the incident and allegedly involved in the physical altercation that led to the victim's injuries.
Jason R. Vradenburg
A 28-year-old Park Ridge police officer who was also off-duty at the time and is accused of providing false information to help conceal Dispoto's involvement.
Martina L. McGee
A 29-year-old from Hillsdale who is accused of providing false information to help conceal Dispoto's involvement.
Thomas M. Schiavone
A 59-year-old from St. James City, Florida who is accused of providing false information to help conceal Dispoto's involvement.
What they’re saying
“This incident took place while Jason Vradenburg was off-duty and we recognize the seriousness of the charges and hope the victim has recovered fully.”
— Joseph Rampolla, Park Ridge Police Chief (app.com)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on whether to allow Dispoto and Vradenburg out on bail.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the need for stronger oversight and accountability measures for off-duty police conduct, as well as the importance of transparency and public trust in law enforcement.
