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Kearny, NJ
Joined March 2016
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Please see the below update regarding this weekend's investigation in Kearny.
The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office and the Kearny Police Department are investigating the death of a male that occurred in the area of Kearny Avenue and Johnston Avenue. Subsequent to the investigation, a fire began on the same block of Kearny Avenue.
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ALERT — Bayonne man charged with attempted murder following Kearny carjacking, North Arlington police-involved shooting theobserver.com/2025/06/16/a…
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PRESS RELEASE: Newark-Jersey City Turnpike to Close Tuesday Night As Part of Ongoing Collision Investigation
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PRESS RELEASE - Collision Unit Investigating Fatal Crash On Newark-Jersey City Turnpike In Kearny
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After a two year long investigation led by Kearny PD, 6 suspects were arrested and 280 charges filed in a multi-state fraud scheme targeting rideshare drivers. The case spans 40+ victims and $100K+ in losses. One suspect remains at large. 🧵
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A regional string of catalytic converter thefts spanning four towns has been solved by the Kearny Police Department’s Detective Bureau. The investigation has led to criminal charges against Juan Hernandez, 32, of the Bronx, NY.
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⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE ALERT ⚠️ Due to a water main break, Harrison Avenue is CLOSED between Bergen and Schuyler Avenues until further notice. The area is heavily congested—please avoid the area and use alternate routes. We will provide updates as soon as we have more information.
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The Hudson County Regional Arson Task Force and the Kearny Fire Department are investigating a fatal fire on Hamilton Avenue. A second individual is in critical condition. More to follow.
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PRESS RELEASE: Collision Unit Investigating Kearny Crash that Critically Injured Driver
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NJDOT will close the Rt. 7 Wittpenn bridge this Saturday from 4am until this Sunday at 7pm.
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Fwd from NJDOT: Route 1&9 Truck northbound closed and detoured this weekend for bridge repairs between Newark and Kearny. Traffic to be detoured over Route 7/Wittpenn Bridge during closure. kearnypolice.org/single-post…
Steven Festa, 40, missing person, 6'0", 160 pounds, with brown hair and eyes. The cheek mole depicted in the attached photo has since been removed. Direct tips to Det. David Bush, (201) 998-1313 ext. 2841 or tips@kearnynjpd.org. facebook.com/photo?fbid=4178…
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***UPDATE: Mr. Festa was located. This investigation is closed. Thank you for your assistance.***
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Our missing person lookout from this morning has been cancelled. The person was located and is safe. Thank you for your cooperation.
KPD detectives charge 3 in burglary investigation; recover $165K in loot, pounds of drugs. kearnypolice.org/single-post…
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KPD appoints Officer Nicole Cain as its first LGBTQ+ Liaison. Click the link to learn more. kearnypolice.org/single-post…
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Do you know this man? Submit tips via tips@kearnynjpd.org or call (201) 998-1313 ext. 2834. kearnypolice.org/single-post…