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E Bike Information

By |September 10th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Back to school is around the corner!

By |September 1st, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Now Hiring a Full Time Crossing Guard!

By |August 6th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

  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 [...]

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Identity Theft / Scams on the Rise

By |July 8th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Coolidge Avenue Road Construction Detail

By |June 29th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Safety Township 2025 – Class #3 A success!!

By |June 23rd, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Welcome Chief for a day, Chief David Dmitrievsky!

By |June 13th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Safety Township 2025

By |June 5th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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The Township of Washington Police Department is proud to announce the implementation of The Blue Envelope Program!

By |May 22nd, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Official Press Release – May 21, 2025 – Endangering Welfare of Child Arrest

By |May 21st, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Official Press Release – May 21, 2025 – Suspicious Incident Arrest

By |May 21st, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Memorial Day Parade Information

By |May 21st, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

  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 [...]

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The 2025 Junior Police Academy Applications are available May 1st!

By |April 29th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Welcome Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I Scherer and Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I Eckhardt!

By |April 20th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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. 

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Threat Actors Target Sensitive Information Through Fake Ads

By |April 10th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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. [...]

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Official Press Release – March 18, 2025 – Theft by unlawful taking Arrest

By |March 22nd, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

  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 – [...]

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Read Across America!

By |March 12th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Happy National School Resource Officer Day

By |February 17th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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Washington Township Boy Scouts visit the WTPD

By |February 7th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

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 [...]

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