Kearny Police

05/29/2026

UPDATE: The juvenile who was the subject of a recent missing person alert has been safely located.

The Kearny Police Department thanks the public for its assistance and for sharing information regarding this matter.

To protect the privacy of the juvenile and family, the original post has been removed.

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05/22/2026

The Kearny Police Department would like to thank the American Legion for continuing its longstanding tradition of recognizing the dedicated service of Kearny’s first responders.

Last week, Detective Jordenson Jean was honored as Kearny’s Policeman of the Year during the organization’s annual awards ceremony. Detective Jean’s hard work, professionalism, and commitment to the residents of Kearny make him truly deserving of this recognition.

We are grateful to organizations that continue to recognize and support the men and women who serve this community every day, and we thank the American Legion for a memorable evening honoring Kearny’s police officers and firefighters.

Congratulations again to Detective Jean and all of this year’s honorees.

05/21/2026

New commemorative badges are being issued to Kearny Police officers in recognition of the United States’ 250th Anniversary. 🇺🇸

Featuring the years 1776–2026 and a special anniversary design, the badges will be worn by officers through the end of 2026 to honor and celebrate this historic milestone in our nation’s history.

The commemorative badges reflect both pride in our country and the department’s continued commitment to serving the Kearny community.

05/19/2026

Got information that could help us keep Kearny safe? Our new Kearny Police Department Tip Line is now live.

📞 201-283-5656

The Tip Line is intended for non-emergency information and anonymous tips related to criminal activity, suspicious behavior, or ongoing investigations.

A couple quick reminders:
🚫 Do not use the Tip Line to report crimes in progress
🚫 Do not use it for parking complaints or routine quality of life issues

If you need immediate police response, always call 911 or contact police headquarters directly at 201-998-1313.

See something. Say something.

05/15/2026

The Kearny Police Department proudly hosted our 1st Annual “Walk/Roll With a Cop” event!

Officers from our COP Unit and Traffic Unit had the opportunity to walk alongside students on their way to school, helping promote safety, positive community relationships, and school spirit throughout Kearny.

A special thank you to Garfield School, Washington School, Roosevelt School, Franklin School, and Schuyler School for collaborating with us and making this event such a success. We look forward to continuing this tradition for years to come!

05/13/2026

The Kearny Police Department congratulates Detective Sergeant John Fabula and Detective Bryan San Martin on being recognized by the Elizabeth Police Department during their annual Blue Mass and Awards Ceremony.

Det. Sgt. Fabula and Det. San Martin received the Elizabeth Police Department’s Excellent Service Award for their investigative work and collaboration during Operation Fare Game, a multi-agency investigation that led to the identification, arrest, and charging of eight individuals connected to an organized criminal enterprise.

The operation highlighted the importance of interagency cooperation, intelligence sharing, and coordinated police work in protecting our communities and preventing further victimization.

The Kearny Police Department thanks the Elizabeth Police Department for the recognition and congratulates all award recipients and agencies recognized during the ceremony for their continued dedication and service to the public.

05/12/2026

⚠️ Business Alert: Thefts of E-ZPass Transponders from Commercial Vehicles ⚠️

The Kearny Police Department is advising businesses and commercial vehicle operators to remain vigilant following an uptick in thefts involving E-ZPass transponders taken from parked commercial trucks.

These devices are often used fraudulently after being stolen, resulting in unauthorized toll charges and financial loss to businesses.

Businesses are encouraged to:
• Remove or secure transponders when vehicles are unattended
• Park in well-lit, secure areas whenever possible
• Review toll account activity regularly
• Report suspicious activity immediately

If you observe suspicious behavior around parked commercial vehicles, contact the Kearny Police Department at 201-998-1313.

05/10/2026

From all of us at the Kearny Police Department, we would like to wish all mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures a very Happy Mother’s Day.

We also want to recognize and thank the moms serving within our department for their dedication both at home and in our community.

We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful day with their loved ones.

05/08/2026

UPDATE 11:36PM the Missing Juvenile has been located and has been reunited with his parents. Thank you for your assistance.

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE ALERT 🚨

The Kearny Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an 11-year-old male juvenile who ran away from the Applebee’s restaurant in Kearny within the last 20 minutes.

He is believed to still be somewhere within the shopping center area along Passaic Avenue. The attached photo was taken today and reflects his current appearance.

Anyone who sees him or has information regarding his whereabouts is asked to immediately contact the Kearny Police Department at 201-998-1313.

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05/07/2026