City of Passaic Police Department

Route 21 North is temporarily closed at mile marker 11.8 for an accident with fluid spill; please take an alternate route until @NewJerseyDOT can make the roadway safe for travel

His service with the Department was characterized by loyalty, fearless performance of duty, and faithful devotion to the highest principals of law enforcement. Further details are not available at this time.

Chief of Police Luis Guzman and the City of Passaic Police Department are saddened to announce the untimely passing of Sergeant Ralph Merced 339 in the early morning hours of August 7, 2022.

Congratulations to Police Officer Greg Tenderenda on receiving the 2022 John C. Samra Traffic Officer of the Year, awarded by the Passaic County Traffic Officers Association. Great job! @ Passaic, New Jersey instagram.com/p/Ce3xARMOU0Z/…

GPD Alert: OUTWATER LANE WILL BE CLOSED FROM CHESTNUT AVE TO MIDLAND AVE.

Expect heavy delays up to 2 hours. The George Washington Bridge upper level is currently closed due to a motor vehicle accident. #Fortleeofficeofemergencymanagement #fortleepd #fortleefire #fortleeambulance #fortleetoday

As they continue battling this dangerous blaze. We are also thankful to @McDonalds Quik Chek, @thebrownstonenj and all others who donated food, coffee, and water

We thank our partner agencies @NJSP @PassaicSheriff and surrounding jurisdictions for their assistance throughout the night and in the coming days. Please keep the Passaic Fire Department and the innumerable mutual aid agencies which assisted / are assisting in your prayers 2/3

We continue to assess and monitor this large scale fire; please use caution in the area as multiple road closures still exist. Route 21 is reopen in both directions. Please drive carefully as icy conditions may remain despite salting. 1/2 instagram.com/p/CYwQ0l6Om8S/…

The NJ Civil Service Law Enforcement Entry exam is now open! Please visit info.csc.state.nj.us/Vats/JobView.a… and use symbol M0116D to take the exam for the City of Passaic. Open to residents of the City of Passaic, Passaic County, and NJ. Must be 18-35 with HS diploma or GED.

her family at this difficult time. Passaic Street remains closed between Fifth and Sixth Streets. This is an active and ongoing investigation and no further information is available at this time. 2/2

We are investigating a fatal fire at 118 Passaic Street with the assistance of the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office and other agencies. The 58 year old female resident, whose name is being withheld at this time, passed away in the fire. Our thoughts and prayers are with 1/2

Passaic Fire Department operating at 24 State Street, please avoid the area

We have multiple road closures due to flooding- please don’t drive or walk into high water. Remember, turn around, don’t drown! We continue to monitor and respond to the storm and urge citizens to call 9-1-1 for emergencies.

Please avoid the area of Main Avenue and Westervelt Place due to a water main break in the area. Residents may experience low or no water pressure until repairs are made by @PVWC, who are on the way

Ms. Gladys was located safely and is receiving medical attention to make sure she’s ok. Thanks for your help!

We need your help! Ms. Gladys has been missing from her home on Jackson Street since last night. She’s 5’7”, 150 pounds, and was last seen wearing a sleeveless denim dress; she suffers from dementia. Please call 9-1-1, your local police, or 973-365-3900 if you see her.

Bear has made its way out of the residential area; please call if you see it return

Black bear in the area of Hughes and Terhune - please remain in your residence and do not approach it! Call 9-1-1 if you see it.

We are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash on Route 21 South in the area of Exit 10. Please expect extended lane closures and heavy traffic and avoid the area if possible. This is an active investigation and no additional information is available at the moment.