Township Police have observed an increase in illegal electric and gas-powered dirt bikes around town. We will have zero-tolerance if someone is caught riding one of these illegal vehicles. Not only will you receive traffic summonses, but depending on the circumstance the bike may be impounded. Electric and Gas-Powered dirt Bikes (pictured below) [...]
The Washington Township Police urges everyone to be alert as back to school is right around the corner! We wish all students a safe and successful school year 2025-2026! We need all drivers to watch out for children and follow all traffic laws, including speed limits in school zones, yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks, and [...]
Township Police are hiring a Full Time Crossing Guard. Crossing Guards are an important part of the Washington Township Police Department as these individuals are responsible for the safety of children! These responsible men and women assist parents and children in safely crossing streets as they arrive to and depart from school each day. [...]
The Township Police Department has seen a recent increase in identity theft reports from residents. We are committed to helping you reduce your risk by promoting awareness and encouraging simple, effective protective measures. Identity theft can occur in many areas of your daily life — at home, at work, and online. Criminals are constantly seeking [...]
The Washington Township Police wants to remind everyone to have a safe Fourth of July! If you plan to drink, make sure you have a sober ride home. We do reccomend you leave the fireworks to the professionals. However, below please find some safely tips for handling fireworks: Have water or a fire extinguisher nearby [...]
Beginning on June 30, 2025, Construction will begin on the Coolidge Avenue resurfacing project. The first phase will be concrete ADA ramps and curb replacement at various locations on Coolidge Avenue. Please look out for No Parking Signs and please do not park in those posted areas. Entering and Exiting Coolidge will be limited. Work [...]
The Washington Township Police Department successfully held Safety Township Class of 2025! This program is modeled after “Safety Town”, which is a safety education program designed to teach areas of traffic safety and public safety to 5–6-year-old children in a free community program. The Washington Township Police worked in conjunction with the Washington Township Library/Municipal [...]
Linwood Avenue Road Closure - June 24, 2025 through June 27, 2025 - 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Linwood Avenue will be closed to Eastbound and Westbound Traffic in the area of 95 Linwood Avenue between the hours of 7:00 AM until approximately 3:00 PM due to utility work. Please follow posted detours and allow [...]
On Friday, June 13, 2025, the Washington Township Police Department participated in the Bergen County Chief For A Day event. The 2025 Washington Township Chief For A Day was 11-year old David Dmitrievsky, an elementary school student. David was picked up by members of the Washington Township Police Department and given a lights and sirens [...]
The Washington Township Police Department in conjunction with the Township of Washington Municipal Alliance is hosting its third “Safety Township” Community Policing program that is going to be held on June 22, 2025. This program is modeled after “Safety Town”, which is a safety education program designed to teach areas of traffic safety and public [...]