Police Raid Plainfield Barber Shop in Narcotics Operation

Authorities confiscated a gaming console and searched a vehicle during the Wednesday evening bust.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Law enforcement officers, including the Plainfield Police Department and Union County Sheriff's Office, descended on a barber shop in Plainfield, New Jersey on Wednesday evening around 7pm as part of a narcotics operation. Authorities confiscated a large arcade-style gaming console and searched a tan Cadillac Escalade with Pennsylvania plates during the raid, which involved at least two dozen officers.

Why it matters

Narcotics raids and crackdowns on illegal activity are common in urban areas like Plainfield, which has historically struggled with drug-related crime. This operation highlights the ongoing efforts by local and county law enforcement to address these issues and maintain public safety.

The details

The raid took place at a barber shop on South Avenue near Berckman Street in Plainfield. Vehicular traffic was shut down for the block as officers confiscated the gaming console and searched the Escalade. The operation was led by the Plainfield Police Department in coordination with the Union County Sheriff's Office and potentially other agencies.

  • The raid occurred around 7pm on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Plainfield Police Department

The local law enforcement agency leading the narcotics operation.

Union County Sheriff's Office

The county-level law enforcement agency assisting the Plainfield Police Department in the raid.

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What’s next

Authorities are expected to release more details on any arrests, confiscations, or other outcomes from the raid on Thursday.

The takeaway

This narcotics operation is part of ongoing efforts by Plainfield and Union County law enforcement to address drug-related crime and maintain public safety in the community.