Berlin Township Police Department

05/13/2026

Thank you Jimmy Nunn for your support during police week!

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

Solicitor Safety Post

Dear Residents,

We have received reports of door-to-door solicitors in the area. Please remember that legitimate solicitors are required to carry proper identification and possess a permit issued through the township.

If someone comes to your door:

Ask to see their solicitor permit and identification.

Do not provide personal, financial, or account information.

Do not feel pressured to make an immediate decision.

You may choose not to answer the door.

If you have a “No Soliciting” sign posted, solicitors should respect it.

If the person refuses to leave, becomes aggressive, or makes you feel unsafe, contact police immediately.

Please note that only approved solicitors are provided with the “No Knock” list. Solicitors who have not followed the proper approval process will not have access to that information.

Your safety is our priority. If something seems suspicious or a solicitor is not following the rules, trust your instincts and contact police. Most jurisdictions have similar solicitor requirements, and reporting violations helps us address the issue.

Please call police immediately if you learn that a solicitor does not have a permit.

Thank you for helping us keep our community safe.

04/29/2026

Please use caution and plan accordingly when traveling in the areas of Route 73 and Prospect Avenue, as well as Walker Avenue and Berlin Circle Plaza, due to two separate motor vehicle accidents currently affecting traffic.

04/22/2026

ROADWAY IMPROVEMENT NOTICE

Residents and visitors of Berlin Township:

Please be advised that roadway improvements are scheduled to commence on Pine Avenue, between Franklin Avenue and Lester Avenue, during the week of April 27, weather permitting. Traffic along Pine Avenue will be affected for the duration of the project.

Residents may experience temporary inconveniences while construction activities are underway in the vicinity of their properties.

To ensure uninterrupted service, residents are requested to place all trash and recyclables at the curb the evening prior to their scheduled collection day to facilitate early morning pickup.

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, installation and improvement of storm drainage systems (including inlets and insulated piping), roadway milling and resurfacing, partial pavement reconstruction, selective removal and replacement of concrete curbing and driveway aprons, installation of concrete gutters, construction of ADA-compliant ramps, lawn restoration, and other associated improvements.

The project is anticipated to be completed within approximately six (6) weeks.

We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time.

04/16/2026

The Berlin Township Police Department is participating in the DEA National Take Back program. Bring any unwanted, unused, or expired medication to the Berlin Township Municipal Building 135 RT 73 West Berlin NJ 08091 on Saturday, April 25th, 2026 between the hours of 10am-2pm. The medications will be properly destroyed free of charge.

**We do not accept any liquid medications or syringes in any form**

Location: Berlin Township Municipal Building 135 RT 73 West Berlin NJ 08091

04/10/2026

**UPDATE***

Mr. Pease has been located. Thank you for your assistance.

MISSING ENDANGERED PERSON ALERT

Police are searching for Robert Pease, a missing adult male diagnosed with Alzheimer’s who was last seen on foot in the area of Fairview Ave.

Description:
• Adult male
• 79 years old
• 4’11/ 120lbs
• wearing a brown flannel, black knit hat, blue jeans with white sneakers with Velcro straps
• Grey hair with grey beard and brown eyes
• walks with a slight limp

Last Seen:
On foot in the area of Fairview Ave on 04/10/2026 at approximately 12:30pm

Anyone who sees someone matching this description is asked to call 911 immediately.

04/08/2026

YOUTH ACADEMY APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!

The Berlin Township Police Department will be holding a youth academy this year for all interested students and residents of Berlin Township. The recruits should be between the ages of 8 and 12 at the time of the academy.
The youth academy will be taking place the week of Monday, July 6th, 2026 and Friday, July 10th, 2026 starting at 09:00 a.m and ending at 3:00 p.m.

This program will expose those attending to some physical and mental challenges that professionals in Law Enforcement, Fire Service and Emergency medical services face on a daily basis.
**Applications will be available at the Berlin Township Police Department 8am - 4pm, Monday through Thursday. **

For more information or questions regarding the youth academy please contact Ptlm. Riemer via email, [email protected]
Please bring the completed application to the date of the parent meeting, which is listed on the application.

There is no fee for the academy and enrollment is limited, so apply soon!

04/03/2026

The Berlin Township Police Department would like to remind everyone of our participation in the BLUE ENVELOPE PROGRAM, a proactive initiative aimed at supporting drivers with Autism and communication disorders. This program is designed to enhance safety and ensure positive interactions between law enforcement officers and individuals during traffic stops.

Drivers will receive a special blue envelope to securely keep important documents, such as their driver’s license, vehicle registration, insurance details, and emergency contact information. Additionally, the envelope provides officers with valuable communication tips, helping to reduce the potential for misunderstandings or escalation.

We also partner with the Camden County Prosecutors Office to bring the Special Needs Registry. This registry was created to help police officers and other emergency personnel to better assist residents with special needs in the event of an emergency by providing this first responders with vital information regarding a registrant’s disability, emergent contact information, physical description, and a current photograph of the registrant.

We invite community members to pick up envelopes and learn more about the program at the Berlin Township Police Department, located at 135 NJ-73, West Berlin, NJ 08091 from Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. If you have any questions or need further information about the program, please reach out to Lieutenant Childs at [email protected]. You can also email us with questions about the special need registry at [email protected]. Your participation in this initiative promotes understanding and safety within our community.

Scan the QR code on the flyer for links with example pictures and further information about the Blue envelope program. There is also a link to the Camden County Prosecutors Office page for the special needs registry.

04/01/2026

🚗 April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Throughout April, Berlin Township Police Officers will be actively enforcing traffic laws targeting behaviors that commonly lead to motor vehicle crashes.

Distracted driving takes your eyes off the road and puts lives at risk — whether it’s texting, scrolling, eating, or adjusting the radio. Just one second of distraction can change everything.

Berlin Township Police remains committed to keeping our community safe. This April, we ask everyone to make a simple commitment:
• Put your phone away
• Keep your eyes forward
• Stay focused on driving

Eyes Forward, New Jersey — it’s how we protect one another and ensure everyone gets home safely each day