News and Information

  Chief Skinner would like to announce the following promotions: Lt. Roy Scherer Sgt. Vincent Montalbano Cpl. Travis Cangialosi Cpl. Vincent Santa We would like to also announce and congratulate two of our newest Officers, [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department is proud to announce the 2020 Community Mobile COVID-19 Testing that was hosted graciously by Hillsdale was a success!  Approximately 800 tests were completed, 457 COVID tests and 250 [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department wants to advise all residents that parks and restrooms are open for recreational purposes as of Sunday, June 21, 2020.  All facilities will be sanitized on a regular basis [...]

In advance of Fourth of July holiday celebrations, the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs’ (DCA) Division of Fire Safety issued firework safety guidelines to help the public understand the state’s fireworks regulation.  Please check [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department is urging residents to not leave their vehicles running unattended, remove keys and key fobs and most important of all lock your vehicles at all times. Recently there has [...]

New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Chief Administrator Sue Fulton today announced that all agency, road testing, and inspections facilities will remain closed until further notice. The closures are part of the Murphy Administration’s ongoing efforts [...]

BEWARE OF SCAMS! Please be aware that scammers are taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic and have been targeting our elderly population.  Here are two common scams that are occurring during these tough times. The [...]

Two New Jersey Air National Guard wings are partnering in the nationwide Air Force Salutes Flyover, May 12, to honor the men and women working on the frontlines during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic.  The flyover [...]

Governor Murphy Announces Statewide Stay at Home Order, Closure of All Non-Essential Retail Businesses Order Also Prohibits All Social Gatherings, Mandates Work From Home Arrangements for Employees When Possible, and Invalidates Any Conflicting Local and [...]

COVID-19 The Township of Washington Police Department wants all residents to know we are here to help 24/7/365 like always!  If you quarantined (mandatory or self-imposed) due to either a COVID-19 exposure, possible exposure or [...]

Please be aware that individuals are going door to door claiming to be from the Centers for Disease Control. The CDC does NOT deploy teams to go door to door. Residents should not let these [...]

Township of Washington Police Department Community Policing! Chief Skinner participated in “Lunch With The Chief” at Washington School today!  

Township of Washington Police want to let all residents know that we have a MEETUP SPOT, which is an Internet Purchase Exchange location that is under live video recording.  @offerup partners with businesses & police [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department would like to remind you that If you see something, Say something! Report any suspicious activity to the Township of Washington Police Department or by calling 1-866-4-SAFE-NJ.

The Township of Washington Police Department would like to advise all residents there is a new Firearms Licensing Procedure.  The new procedure can be found by clicking here, and also is below.   Applications for [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department would like to advise all residents that mailbox thefts are on the rise throughout Bergen County, especially during the holiday season.  The Township of Washington Police Department strongly urges [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department wants to remind everyone that winter is here!  With the expected upcoming storms we would like to bring you some winter driving tips! Below please find a few Winter [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department is proud to announce that it is participating in No-shave November again this year!  Police Officers with the Township of Washington Police Department are putting away razors to help [...]

Please Join us October 31, 2019 at 1:00 PM for Chief Glenn Hooper's Walk Out at the Township of Washington Police Headquarters  

The Township of Washington Police Department would like to advise all residents that Ridgewood Road will be closed tomorrow, Friday October 25, 2019 from 8:30 AM-3;00 PM. Please plan an alternate route and follow the [...]

Trick or Treat down Colonial Boulevard in the Township of Washington on October 31, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM!

The Township of Washington Police Department would like to advise residents of PSE&G Scams that are occurring around our area.  Phone Scams Residential and small business customers have reported receiving phone calls from individuals claiming [...]

Due to the extreme heat today, the Senior Center located at town hall, is now open for residents in need.  This is open for any resident that needs to stay cool or to utilize a charging [...]