Hillside Police Department

04/23/2026

We are happy to announce that the NJ MVC Mobile Unit is coming to Hillside on May 19th! Make your appointment. Registration opens on May 1st.

04/11/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and the membership of the Union County Sheriff’s Office, as they mourn the loss of one of their own, Officer Joseph DeVito.

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Union County Sheriff’s Office announces the tragic passing of Sheriff’s Officer Joseph DeVito, who lost his life this morning in a motor vehicle accident.

Officer DeVito was a dedicated member of the Sheriff’s Office who served with honor, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of the community. His loss is deeply felt by his colleagues, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

The circumstances surrounding the accident are currently under investigation by the New Jersey State Police. No further details are available at this time.

“We are devastated by the loss of Officer DeVito,” said Sheriff Peter Corvelli. “He was not only a valued member of our department, but also a respected colleague and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this incredibly difficult time.”

The Union County Sheriff’s Office asks the public to keep Officer DeVito’s family, loved ones, and fellow officers in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate this tragic loss.

03/12/2026

The Hillside Police Department participated in the 2026 Law Enforcement Recruitment Fair at Kean University today. We had the opportunity to spend the day with those who will one day become the next generation of Law Enforcement professionals. This annual event featured State, Municipal, County, and Federal agencies from across the United States. Thank you to Kean University for hosting and to Union County Prosecutor's Office for helping organize this whole event. We’ll see you again in 2027!
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From HPD: Captain Burgess-Mason, Detective Blakey, & Detective Rivera
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03/10/2026

The members of the Hillside Police Department extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Union County Sheriffs Officer James Gritschke, as well as to the members of the Union County Sheriff's Office, following his unexpected passing. Rest in peace, Officer Gritschke.

Today, the Union County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of one of our own, Officer James Gritschke.

Officer Gritschke was a valued member of our Sheriff’s Office family, and his passing is deeply felt by all who had the privilege of serving alongside him. His service and dedication to the people of Union County will always be remembered.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Gritschke’s family, friends, and fellow officers during this incredibly difficult time.
We ask the community to please keep his loved ones and the members of the Union County Sheriff’s Office in your thoughts and respect the family’s privacy as they grieve.

Information regarding arrangements to honor Officer Gritschke will be shared when it becomes available.

Rest in peace, Officer Gritschke. We will remember your service.

-The Union County Sheriff's Office

03/09/2026

Today we celebrate ALL outstanding women on International Women’s Day! We are especially proud of the courageous women here at HPD who continue to make a difference everyday in our community.

03/06/2026

📚 Serving the Community — One Story at a Time

In recognition of Read Across America Week, Hillside Police Officers visited schools throughout the district to read with students and share in the joy of storytelling.

Encouraging literacy, building relationships, and supporting our young learners are all part of our commitment to the Hillside community.

03/05/2026

Congratulations to our Juvenile Detective, Detective Antoine Brown, on being honored with the Thurgood Marshall Award at W.O.K.’s Middle School Black History Month Celebration.

Detective Brown’s dedication to building positive relationships and supporting young people in the community truly reflects his spirit of service and justice. He continues to serve the Township of Hillside with excellence, compassion, and unwavering dedication. As a constant presence and trusted resource for the youth of our community, he consistently makes himself available to students, families, and residents in times of need. Through his leadership, integrity, and commitment to fairness, he exemplifies the very principles of service and justice that this award represents.

We are proud to see that same spirit of justice and community service reflected in Detective Brown’s work every day.

👏🏽 Congratulations on this well-deserved honor and thank you for your continued commitment to the youth of Hillside.

02/24/2026

🚨 HILLSIDE POLICE DEPARTMENT – SNOW REMOVAL NOTICE 🚨

To ensure effective snow removal operations, alternate side parking regulations will be strictly enforced tomorrow.

❄️ No vehicles shall be parked on any street where “Emergency No Parking for Snow Removal” signs are posted.
❄️ Vehicles in violation will be subject to enforcement action, including summons and towing.

These measures are necessary to allow our Department of Public Works to properly clear roadways and maintain safe travel conditions for all residents.

We respectfully ask for your cooperation and assistance in moving your vehicles accordingly.

Thank you for helping us keep our streets safe and clear.

02/23/2026

02/23/2026

A mandatory travel ban is now in effect.
This means no travel on ANY roads, state, county, or township streets, including here in Hillside.

So, yes, this applies to ALL roadways.

Please stay off the roads. Let first responders and DPW do their jobs safely.

Conditions will continue to worsen overnight, with snowfall falling at a rate of 1-2" per hour and winds of up to 40mph.

Non-emergency utility problems or outages should be reported directly using the contact points below:

PSE&G 1-800-436-7734
Elizabethtown Gas 1-800-242-5830
New Jersey American water 1-800-272-1325
Comcast 1-800-2662278
Verizon FiOS 1-888-438-3467
Verizon 1-800-827-4966

As always, please reserve 9-1-1 for EMERGENCIES ONLY.