News and Information

The Township Police Department would like to advise residents of a recent scam targeting our community. Fraudulent emails are being sent to residents containing invoices requesting payment to the Township for services such as Building [...]

The updated New Jersey E-Bike Law, signed by Governor Murphy yesterday January 19, 2026, mandates that all forms of E-Bikes, including those with fully operable pedals and motor assist, are now classified as motorized bicycles.  [...]

The Washington Township Police Department once again congratulates Chief Arsenio Pecora on his promotion and extends its congratulations to Chief John Calamari on his retirement after more than 32 years of dedicated service to the department and [...]

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 – Arsenio Pecora Director – James [...]

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 [...]

Tips For Preventing Package Thefts “Porch Pirates” This Holiday Season With online shopping still expected to be at an all-time high, police all over are gearing up for another season of “Porch Pirates”.  Sadly, it [...]

Township Police are hiring Full Time and Part Time Crossing Guards.  Crossing Guards are an important part of the Washington Township Police Department as these individuals are responsible for the safety of children!  These responsible [...]

The Washington Township Police Department would like to extend our sincere thanks to Erick Tavares of Loyalty Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for his continued support of our department. Cpl. Ferrazzano had the honor of presenting Erick [...]

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Marine Corps Birthday 🇺🇸 Today, we honor the United States Marine Corps. A special thank you to Officer Carlos Reyes, who served our nation as a United States Marine before continuing his [...]

The Washington Township Police Department handles authorizing/approving Door to Door Solicitor/Canvasser Permits.  Every individual that is given a Permit must display it at all times.  Please see an example of what the permit looks like [...]

October 30th traditionally has been known as Cabbage/Mischief Night.  Please be thoughtful of others when going out. Be advised there will be a strict curfew on Cabbage/Mischief Night (October 30, 2025), as well as Halloween [...]

  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 [...]

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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 [...]

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 [...]

  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 [...]

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! If you plan to drink, make sure you have a sober ride home. We do reccomend you leave the fireworks [...]

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 [...]

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 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 [...]

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 [...]

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 Blue Envelope Program represents a collaborative effort aimed at fostering a safer and more understanding environment for [...]

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 [...]