Linwood Avenue Road Closure – Monday October 6, 2025, and Tuesday October 7, 2025
Linwood Avenue will be closed at Pascack Road for all Westbound Traffic on Monday October 6, 2025, and Tuesday October 7, 2025, from 8:00 AM until approximately 2:00 PM for utility work. Please follow [...]
Official Press Release – September 29, 2025 – Halloween on Colonial Blvd
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E Bike Information
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 [...]
Back to school is around the corner!
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 [...]
Now Hiring a Full Time Crossing Guard!
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 [...]
Identity Theft / Scams on the Rise
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 [...]
The Washington Township Police wants to remind everyone to have a safe Fourth of July!
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 [...]
Coolidge Avenue Road Construction Detail
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 [...]
Safety Township 2025 – Class #3 A success!!
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 [...]
Linwood Avenue Road Closure June 24, 2025 – June 27, 2025
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 [...]
Welcome Chief for a day, Chief David Dmitrievsky!
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 [...]
Safety Township 2025
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 [...]
The Township of Washington Police Department is proud to announce the implementation of The Blue Envelope Program!
The Township of Washington Police Department is proud to announce the implementation of The Blue Envelope Program! The Blue Envelope Program represents a collaborative effort aimed at fostering a safer and more understanding environment for [...]
Official Press Release – May 21, 2025 – Endangering Welfare of Child Arrest
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT 0F PUBLIC SAFETY 350 Hudson Avenue, Township of Washington County of Bergen – New Jersey 07676 Phone # 201-664-1140 Fax # 201-664-2959 WWW.WASHTWPPOLICE.ORG Chief of Police – John Calamari Director – James [...]
Official Press Release – May 21, 2025 – Suspicious Incident Arrest
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT 0F PUBLIC SAFETY 350 Hudson Avenue, Township of Washington County of Bergen – New Jersey 07676 Phone # 201-664-1140 Fax # 201-664-2959 WWW.WASHTWPPOLICE.ORG Chief of Police – John Calamari Director – James [...]
Memorial Day Parade Information
Dear Resident (Special Attention: Clinton Avenue Residents) On Monday, May 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., the Township of Washington will be holding the annual Memorial Day Parade. The Parade route will again start at [...]
Traffic Advisory – Saturday May 3, 2025 – Township 5K & Health Fair
Dear Resident, On Saturday May 3, 2025, the Twp. of Washington will be holding a 5K Run/Walk and Health Fair. The event will take place on the streets surrounding Schlegel Lake (Woodfield Rd., Sussex Rd. [...]
The 2025 Junior Police Academy Applications are available May 1st!
The Washington Township Police Department, The Westwood Police Department & The Emerson Police Department are proud to announce The 2025 Junior Police Academy The continuing focus of Junior Police Academy is to educate students on [...]
Welcome Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I Scherer and Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I Eckhardt!
The Township of Washington Police Department was proud to attend the graduation ceremony for the Bergen County Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I recruits and welcome our two newest members, S.O. Scherer and S.O. Eckhardt.
Threat Actors Target Sensitive Information Through Fake Ads
Threat actors are increasingly using fake ads as a method to target sensitive information, often employing social engineering techniques like phishing to trick individuals into revealing login credentials, financial details, and other personally identifiable information. [...]
Official Press Release – March 18, 2025 – Theft by unlawful taking Arrest
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT 0F PUBLIC SAFETY 350 Hudson Avenue, Township of Washington County of Bergen – New Jersey 07676 Phone # 201-664-1140 Fax # 201-664-2959 WWW.WASHTWPPOLICE.ORG Chief of Police – John Calamari Director – [...]
Read Across America!
Sgt. Cangialosi and P.O. Lerner had the opportunity to each read to a classroom at the Washington School on Friday, March 7 2025 for Read Across America! The Officers had a great time and we [...]
Message from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
Please see the below flyer from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
Happy National School Resource Officer Day
Saturday was National School Resource Officer Day! Today, we celebrate and thank our Special Law Enforcement Class III Officer's for their dedication to keeping our schools safe. From building positive relationships with students to ensuring [...]
Washington Township Boy Scouts visit the WTPD
On Monday February 3, 2025, Washington Township Boy Scouts visited the Washington Township Police Department. They were greeted by Lt. Scherer and Sgt. Cangialosi who provided a tour of the vehicles and headquarters. During the [...]