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PSEG Warns Customers about Phone Payment Scams

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                           MEDIA CONTACT :          Brooke Houston
                                                                                                                        973-430-7734
Oct. 14, 2015                                        CUSTOMER SERVICE:  800-436-7734                                                              
                                                           

PSE&G Warns Customers about Uptick in Phone Payment Scams

Small Businesses Targeted

(Newark, N.J. – Oct. 14, 2015) Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G), New Jersey’s largest utility, is urging its customers to be alert to a scam that is increasingly targeting small businesses. In the scam individuals misrepresenting themselves as PSE&G employees threaten to turn off electric and gas service if payment is not made that day with a pre-paid card. When in doubt or if suspicious in any way, PSE&G urges customers to call the number listed on their bill: 1-800-436-7734.

“This is an old scam with a new twist,” said Greg Dunlap, vice president of Customer Operations for PSE&G. “Now some scammers are imitating PSE&G’s interactive voice response system prompt menu, so when customers call them back, they hear something similar to what they would experience if they called PSE&G’s customer service line. The number of calls we’ve received from customers alerting us to this scam has increased significantly in the past several weeks.”

How does the scam work?

  • An individual pretending to be a PSE&G employee calls a customer -- most often small business customers -- and tells them that without immediate payment via a pre-paid card their service will be shut off.
  • Customers are given a telephone number to call back after they have purchased the card. When they call that number, they hear interactive voice response prompts that imitate those they would hear when calling the real PSE&G customer service line.
  • When a fake representative answers the line, they ask for the number on the back of the pre-paid card. After the scammers have that number, they can take the money from the card -- usually within a matter of minutes.
                                                         
What should customers know?

  • Customers should be wary of callers who demand immediate payment and threaten service termination. PSE&G offers a number of payment options, and would never require a customer to use one specific type of payment.
  • When PSE&G makes an outbound phone call to customers, customer-specific information is shared with the customer. That information includes the account name, address, number and current balance. If customers do not receive this correct information, it is likely that they are not speaking with a PSE&G representative.
  • Any customer who has doubts about the legitimacy of a call from PSE&G should call PSE&G directly at 1-800-PSEG (7734).
  • PSE&G customers scheduled for disconnection due to nonpayment receive written notice on their bill at least 10 days in advance. Customers who are struggling to pay their bill are encouraged to call PSE&G at 1-800-357-2262 to discuss payment options and visit pseg.com/help to learn about payment assistance programs that can help.

PSE&G is working with law enforcement to investigate the matter and is also reaching out to its contacts at local community service agencies asking them to spread the word to their clients. Small business customers who have provided their email addresses are being alerted to the scam.

PSE&G
Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) is New Jersey’s oldest and largest regulated gas and electric delivery utility, serving nearly three-quarters of the state’s population.  PSE&G is the winner of the ReliabilityOne Award for superior electric system reliability.  PSE&G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a diversified energy company.

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Chaplain Program

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On Monday and Tuesday, October 19th and 20th, 2015, Captain Rabboh, Imam Muhammad Tahir of Masjid Al-Aisha and Reverend Verardo Acosto of Nuevo Amanecer attended the Police Chaplain Program in Ridgewood, NJ.

The Police Chaplain Program creates a partnership with various faith-based leaders of a community to respond and assist police and other law enforcement agencies and first responders, providing an overall better quality to the citizens of cities and communities. The goal is that by having the Police and Clergy working together during times of crisis or incidents that a more comprehensive response will be given to those in need. The faith-based leaders will perform tasks of a more emotional, social or spiritual nature while the officers handles those tasks that are of a law enforcement nature.

The role of the Chaplain is to be the ‘balancer.’ The Police Chaplain is to provide support for Police Officers, their families and civilians in their needs. Chaplains are there to provide appropriate assistance, advice, comfort, counsel and referrals to those in need who may request support.

The Bergenfield Police Department is excited to reintroduce the Police Chaplain Program. The program will benefit the members of the department as well as the members of the community. With the reintroduction of the Police Chaplain Program, we look forward to continuing and improving our already healthy relationship with the community and assisting them in their times of need or assistance.

Congratulations to Imam Muhammad Tahir and Reverend Verardo Acosta. Thank you for taking the time to attend the program.

The BPD Administration will be holding meetings semi-annually with all Clergy in town. All who wish to attend are invited. The first meeting will be held on November 17, 2015 at 7 P.M. in Borough Hall. For more information, contact Captain Rabboh at 201-387-4000 Ext. 4002.

No-Shave November

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Bergenfield Police Department is following Fairview Police Department’s lead and will be participating in the "No Shave November."

Chief Madalone will be relaxing the facial hair policy for members of the department who wish to participate. Madalone believes this is a good cause and wishes to invite members of the community and other Bergen County Police Departments to join in. The sad truth is that so many lives are affected by cancer, Madalone said.

The Bergenfield PBA Local 309 members will be maintaining a donation web page.  All members of the Police Department who are participating have agreed to donate $50.00 each.  Proceeds will go to American Cancer Society, Prevent Cancer, Fight Colorectal Cancer, and St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in honor of our brother Detective Kenneth Otto.  Detective Otto died in 2005 from Pancreatic Cancer, but has never been forgotten, said Madalone.

"No-Shave November" has grown in popularity nationwide over the years.

According to the original organizers, "The goal of No-Shave November is to grow awareness by embracing our hair, which many cancer patients lose, and letting it grow wild and free.  That goes for women, as well, by "letting those legs go natural, and skipping that waxing appointment. Donate the money you typically spend on shaving and grooming to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle."

According to Madalone all officers who participate are required to keep their facial hair neat and tidy and present a professional appearance at all times during the month.  

Click the link to make donations.  https://www.no-shave.org/team/PBA309

Bergenfield Police Open House

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NOvember 11, 2015 10am-2pm

Open House

Come join the members of the Bergenfield Police Department at “our house.”  We will be conducting two tours, one at 10am, and one at 12pm.  You will see the communications area, cell area, offices and police vehicles used on a day to day basis.  We will have light refreshments.  At 11 am please join us in front of Borough Hall to honor our veterans with a short ceremony.

BPD Salutes those who served: Veteran's Day, November 11, 2015

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              The men and women of the Bergenfield Police Department extend their heartfelt gratitude to all veterans of the United States Armed Forces on this Veteran's Day for November 11, 2015. We salute and honor all those who have served this great country and thank them for their sacrifice, dedication and loyalty. Those veterans who make their home in the Borough of Bergenfield are especially remembered and honored by the officers, telecommunicators and civilian personnel of our police department.
And, to our own officers and personnel who have served, or their sons, daughters, fathers, mothers, sisters or brothers that serve or have served, thank you.
The following officers and 911 telecommunicators of the Bergenfield Police Department have served honorably in the United States Armed Forces:

Sgt. Robert Boria
Det. Kevin Doheny
PO John Brown  
PO Jon Sommer  
PO John Galarza
PO Marc Rispoli 
PO David Keelor   
Det. Michael Dymek
PO Michael Legregni 
Det.David Tortora       
PO Rob Mader
Det. Kyle Witty     
PO Jorge Candia
PO Firman Masri 
PO John Hwang
PO Timothy Knapp
PO Eugenio Estevez
PO Christopher Brugger
PO Rick Tauber
Telecommunicator Cathy Racas
Telecommunicator Robert Groezinger II

Bergenfield Police Department to serve as a Safe Exchange Zone

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The Bergenfield Police Department is proud to introduce a new service, a Safe Exchange Zone, to the residents of the Borough. Sgt. Daniel Brizek brought the idea of a safe exchange zone program to Chief Madalone’s attention a few months ago after seeing an article from the Hillsdale Police Department about such a program.

The Chief worked with the governing body on this initiative and on November 10, 2015, the Mayor and Council unanimously passed a resolution allowing for the creation of a Safe Exchange Zone in the Borough. This will allow residents to come to the lobby of police headquarters, located at 198 N. Washington Ave., to meet a buyer or seller when making transactions via Craigslist or any other classified advertisements website.
 
This is a great community policing tool that will help protect our residents from becoming victims of scams, frauds or thefts. The best part is that this service is provided free of charge.
 
The logo above will be displayed on the front and rear entrances of Borough Hall at 198 N. Washington Ave.


The main lobby of Borough Hall can be used for the transactions Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Bergenfield Police Department cautions residents that they should be suspicious of persons who are not willing to meet at the Borough lobby to conduct the transaction. 

What safer way is there to make such an exchange than to use a police department for the transaction? If a person’s intention is to rob someone, the last place they will do that in is the police station.

The Bergenfield Police Department prohibits transactions involving weapons, drugs, guns or other paraphernalia.

Borough residents are asked to call the police department at 201-387-4000 with any questions.

Bergenfield Police to Launch "Meet Our Officers"-Introducing PO Robert Mader

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Robert was born and raised in Fair Lawn NJ.  He graduated from Eastern Christian High School in 1999.  Attended and graduated from; Lincoln Technical Institute, Teterboro School of Aeronautics, Community College of the US Air Force, American Military University.

Robert joined the US Air Force in 2002 and was attached to the US Air Force Special Operations Command Hurlburt Field, Florida where he deployed to Iraq, in support of Iraqi Freedom. 

In 2009, Robert was hired by the Fair Lawn Police Department.  In 2010, he was laid off from that department as a cost cutting measure and later that year he was hired by the Bergenfield Police Department and was assigned to the patrol division.   
In 2014, he was then transferred to the Traffic Division where he is today. 

Robert is an Active Shooter Training Instructor and Junior Police Academy Instructor.  He is a liaison to the Bergenfield Crossing guards and Police Auxiliary Unit.  He is also a member of the Police Unity Tour. 

While with the Bergenfield Police Robert has been awarded numerous lifesaving awards and unit citations.

Hiring Notification-Seeking a Lateral Transfer

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The Bergenfield Police Department is seeking to hire a Lateral Transfer from the Inter-Governmental Lateral Transfer Program.  The agency is a civil service department, so laterals must come from a civil service agency for the position of police officer.  (See Civil Service site for job description)  http://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/02728.htm

Entry salary is dependent upon time of service in the pension system. 

The agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeking officers with four years or less in the pension system.  

Candidates must obtain permission from current Chief/Sheriff/Director to leave prior to a background check.  

Deadline to send resumes is Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 1500 hours.  Resumes are to be delivered to Chief Cathy Madalone in person or via email at cmadalone@bergenfieldnjpd.org.

For any questions or concerns about the hiring process please contact Captain Christopher Massey at 201-387-4000 x 4003, cmassey@bergenfieldnjpd.org.

Candidates whose resumes are selected will be contacted to begin the background process which includes completing an application, oral interview, drug testing, psychological testing and medical testing. 


Utility Scam Reported in Bergen County-Be Alert!

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Be Alert of individuals posing as Utility Workers/Solicitors
(Information received from the Hasbrouck Heights PD)

Utility Workers Burglary Scam

With the Holiday Season upon us, several scams are surfacing around the area.  Individuals posing as Utility Workers (Water Company, Gas Company, etc.) are approaching residences throughout Bergen County requesting access to the house to check a problem. 

This should be a RED FLAG to any homeowner. 

Upon completion of "Checking the problem", the homeowner discovers items missing from the residence.  If this occurs, ask to see ID and contact the Police or the Utility Company to confirm a problem in the area. 

In addition, be aware of a "team" of the so-called Utility Workers.  They split-up with one asking you numerous questions to keep you occupied, while the others attempt to gain access from another entry point.  If something seems suspicious, contact the Police. 

Know these 3 things:

1.  Utility workers won’t come to your home to request access without scheduling an appointment ahead of time. 
2.  Utility workers won’t threaten you with fines or incarceration if you decline their work.  These types of burglars normally target the elderly because they’re easier to intimidate. 
3.  Tell your senior loved ones that if random utility workers come to your home and make threats, call the police for help. 
           

Typically, the burglars will imitate a power company (electrical or water) city worker by wearing:  hard hats, work gloves, colored vests, and a city logo or badge.  When they come to your door, they say they need to get into your property for utility-related reasons.  Once on your doorstep, they will tell you there’s a utility emergency they need to inspect. 

Fake utility workers usually work in groups.  One will keep your attention while the other grabs your jewelry and money.  While one burglar distracts the homeowner, another burglar sneaks in and takes what they can.

Please be alert if you are unsure call the Police Department for assistance at 201-387-4000.

PSE&G Warns Customers About Increase in Scams

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(Newark, N.J. – Dec. 14, 2015) Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G), New Jersey’s largest utility, is urging its customers to be alert to scams this season. Customers should be cautious of callers who demand immediate payment via a pre-paid card, and wary of phony utility workers showing up at their door to “check a problem.”

“We’ve seen a significant uptick in the number of scams being reported to us by customers,” said Greg Dunlap, vice president of Customer Operations for PSE&G. “The only way to protect against these scams is for customers to be cautious when contacted by someone seeking access to their home or demanding immediate payment. Even one customer being cheated is one too many.”

Phone scammers use scare tactics -- threatening service termination if they do not receive immediate payment with a pre-paid credit card. PSE&G offers a number of payment options, and would never require a customer to use one specific type of payment.

Door-to-door scammers use trickery -- showing up at someone’s house dressed like a utility worker and say they need to “check a problem.” Often, after they gain access they burglarize the home. Always ask for I.D.

When in doubt or if suspicious in any way, PSE&G urges customers to call the number listed on their bill: 1-800-436-PSEG (7734) and report scamming activity to their local police department.

PSE&G
Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) is New Jersey’s oldest and largest regulated gas and electric delivery utility, serving nearly three-quarters of the state’s population.  PSE&G is the winner of the ReliabilityOne Award for superior electric system reliability.  PSE&G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a diversified energy company.

www.pseg.com

"Meet Our Officers" introducing PO Rick Tauber

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Rick Tauber is a new Officer with the Bergenfield Police Department, having just graduated from the Bergen County Police Academy Class 115. Prior to that, Rick spent two years as a Public Safety Telecommunicator for the Bergen County Police Department and worked as a NJSORA-certified Security Officer.

Rick is a U.S. Army Infantry Veteran and was a team leader while deployed to Iraq for a year during his service. He hails from Lyndhurst, in southern Bergen County, and is an active member of his local American Legion Post 139, where he serves as the Sergeant-at-Arms and enjoys participating in youth-outreach programs at area schools. He also spent several years volunteering as an Auxiliary Police Officer in his hometown.

In his spare time, Rick enjoys spending time with his wife, Caitlin, and their rescued Bluetick Coonhound, Cora. He is a lifelong sports fan and currently plays in an adult intramural roller hockey league. When the weather is right, you can catch Rick on the golf course or at the lake fishing.


Bergenfield PD welcomes its newest members

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Bergenfield PD Capt. Rabboh and Det. Lt. Doherty welcome PO Tauber and PO Brugger to the family. Congratulations to both officers for completing the Bergen County Academy class 115. 

"Meet Our Officers" introducing Det. Kevin Doheny

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Kevin was born and raised in Bergenfield NJ.  He attended Lincoln School, Roy W. Brown Middle School and graduated from Bergenfield High School in 1983. 

Kevin joined the US Air Force in 1986 and was stationed at TAC HQ’s/Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, VA.  He was assigned to the 74thTactical Air Control Squadron working in a mobile radar unit.  He was then assigned to 1st Air Force.  Kevin was honorably discharged in 1994 after 4 years Active Duty and 4 years In-Active Reserves.   

In 1992, Kevin was sworn in as a Police Officer for the Bergenfield Police Department.  He had the pleasure of working alongside his father, Sgt. Dennis Doheny, who retired in 1994, and his mother, Dos Doheny, who worked with the Traffic Division for many years as Supervisor of the Boro Crossing Guards.  Kevin has been a Police Officer for the Boro of Bergenfield for the past 24 years.  He worked in the Patrol Division for 7 years where he was a Field Training Officer (FTO) for Officers who graduated from the Police Academy.  He has been a Detective for the past 17 years.  He is assigned in the Juvenile Bureau and works closely with all matters concerning juveniles as well as all general investigations.     

Kevin is a Certified Firearms Instructor for the Department and has been instructing/qualifying officers for the past 18 years.  He is the liaison to the Bergen County Prosecutors Office/Juvenile Intake Unit as well as the liaison to the BCPO Megan’s Law Unit.  In 2009, Kevin began attending numerous courses to become a composite artist.  He became a certified composite artist in 2012.  Kevin is a past Vice-President and Treasurer of the Bergenfield PBA Local 309 as well as a past Honor Guard Member for the Department. 

While with the Bergenfield Police Department, Kevin has been awarded numerous lifesaving awards and unit citations.

Kevin and his wife Lynda have been married for 25 years.  They have three children Brittany, Kaitlynn and Kevin.

When not at work, Kevin enjoys spending time with his family, reading, drawing and playing one of his many guitars.  He is interested in historical issues, specifically the Civil War and has been asked to speak to students at Franklin School about the history and battle of Gettysburg.  Kevin has also been a guest speaker at St. Peters University for the past several years, instructing students on Juvenile Justice Issues, Juvenile Laws and Crime Scene Preservation.


"Meet Our Officers" introducing PO Christopher Brugger

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Christopher Brugger was born in Hackensack, NJ. He attended Hasbrouck Heights High School and has always had an interest in a law enforcement career. He later made the choice to serve his country in the military by enlisting with United States Navy. During his enlistment, Christopher served as a Master at Arms which is a Naval Police Officer. He received law enforcement training as a military police officer and was stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, during "Operation Enduring Freedom" and also attended the Navy’s SWAT school in Groton, CT. Christopher was hired and trained as a Class I Special Police Officer working with the Ridgefield Police Department. He has also worked in the Security Industry in the private sector.

Christopher attended Berkeley College and has received extensive schooling from his military career which included non-lethal weapons, arrests, searches, anti-terrorism, hostage negotiations, DWI enforcement, first aid and communications. All this military training has prepared him to take on a career and serve as a law enforcement officer with the Bergenfield Police Department.

Christopher is in his first year with the Bergenfield Police Department and is looking to serve the community of Bergenfield using his leadership experience from serving with the US Navy as a Military Police Officer, as well as his knowledge and experiences from working in the security industry. He feels he is prepared for this step in his professional life because of meeting many challenges during his life time. Experiences which he says are "tests which are put before us to see how strong we can be." 

Snow emergency declared for Bergenfield

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The Bergenfield Police Department has declared a snow emergency for Friday, January 22, 2016 at 11:05 pm, which will be in effect until further notice due to the Winter Storm Warning and road conditions.  Twelve (12) to sixteen (16) inches of snow is expected to accumulate. 

All are urged to remain indoors.  If travel is necessary please use extreme caution.  No parking will be permitted on the streets to allow for plowing of the roadways.

Borough Ordinance       299-12. Snow emergency.
A. A snow emergency shall exist whenever snow has fallen and the accumulation is such that it covers the street or highway. In addition to this, when weather conditions cause a state or condition of the street that is hazardous or dangerous to vehicular or pedestrian traffic even if the entire street or highway is not covered by snow shall constitute a snow emergency when declared by the Chief of Police or, in her absence, the ranking police officer in charge.

B. Definitions. As used in this section, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
SNOW: Any precipitation depositing any accumulation and shall be deemed to include snow, sleet, hail, ice, freezing rain or any combination thereof.

SNOW TIRES: Tires with or without studs and having treads designed for use in snow which tread shall be of sufficient depth to accomplish the purpose for which the tire was designed.

C. Snow emergency declared. Upon the occurrence of a snow emergency as hereinabove defined, the Chief of Police or, in her absence, the ranking police officer shall have the authority to declare such emergency. Within one hour after such declaration, no person shall cause, permit, allow or suffer any vehicle owned or driven by him to become stalled or immobile on any portion of any street in the Borough of Bergenfield because of the failure of the vehicle to be equipped with snow tires or chains. The Chief of Police or the ranking police officer shall immediately inform the public of said snow emergency by issuing a press release to the local and metropolitan radio, television and news services.

D. Snow emergency routes. All streets of the Borough of Bergenfield are snow emergency routes upon which no parking shall be allowed during a snow emergency, and such parking prohibition shall remain in effect until after the snow has ceased or until the streets have been plowed sufficiently and to the extent that parking will not interfere with the normal flow of traffic or until otherwise terminated by the Chief of Police or, in her absence, the ranking police officer, in the same manner as declared in above.



            

Snow Emergency-Drop Off/Pick Up from Schools

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All are reminded that the snow emergency is still in effect.  Vehicles who are dropping off and/or picking up children from the Borough schools can do so in a courteous manner by parking on one side of the street, remaining with their vehicles until the child comes out from school or until the parent is needed to walk to the school to pick up their child.  Parents are to retrieve their children and return immediately to their vehicles and remove them from the roadway.   Please be mindful of other parents trying to pick up their children.

The DPW is working diligently to make the roadways as safe and passable as possible, with vehicles off the roadways, it allows them to do their jobs quicker and safer.

Our goal is to get the roadways and sidewalks clear as quick as possible for all to travel freely.   Please ensure that you have shoveled your sidewalks.  We thank everyone for their cooperation.

 Chief Cathy Madalone





Snow Emergency Update

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January 27, 2016

The snow emergency declared on January 23, 2016 will be lifted as of 5:00 pm on Wednesday, January 27, 2016.  Overnight parking within the Borough will still be prohibited.  Please be courteous and try to park on one side of the street only to allow for free passage of emergency and non-emergency vehicles.

Reminder to remove ice and snow from vehicles before traveling and do not shovel snow into the roadways.

Chief Cathy Madalone


MV Crash Involving Pedestrian

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INCIDENT: MV Crash Involving Pedestrian

OCCURRED: February 2, 2016

LOCATION:   W. Clinton Ave / S. Prospect Ave


 On Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at approximately 3:48 pm, a female juvenile pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle while crossing W, Clinton Ave / S. Prospect Ave. The juvenile, age 16, was walking in the crosswalk at the time of the accident. The vehicle driven by Irina Shevchuk, age 51, of Fairlawn, NJ was traveling westbound on W. Clinton Ave., and made a left turn onto S. Prospect Ave., striking the juvenile.

The juvenile sustained a small laceration to her face and complained of pain to her neck and head area. Bergenfield Volunteer Ambulance responded and transported the juvenile to Hackensack University Medical Center for treatment of her injuries. The juvenile’s mother was notified. High School Principal James Fasano followed the ambulance with his personal vehicle, awaiting the juvenile’s mother to respond.


The driver of the vehicle was not injured and was issued a summons for careless driving. The investigation remains active at this time.                              

"Meet Our Officers" introducing PO Tim Knapp

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Tim was born and raised in Cortlandt Manor, NY.  He graduated from Walter Panas High School in 1999.    

Tim joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 2000 and was stationed as an Infantryman at Camp Lejeune, NC and as an Infantry Unit Leader at Garden City, NY. He was deployed numerous times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. 

In 2015, Tim was sworn in as a Police Officer for the Bergenfield Police Department and assigned to the patrol division.  Prior to that, Tim worked as a Uniformed Protection Officer for the Department of State.  Tim is a Bergenfield Youth Academy Instructor and an Honor Guard Member for the Department. 

Tim and his wife Blaise have been married for 13 years.  They have two children, Isabel and Amelia.  When not at work, Tim enjoys spending time with his family and is an outdoorsman.  When the weather is right, you can catch Tim hiking or mountain bike riding. 


MV Crash Involving two Pedestrians

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BERGENFIELD POLICE DEPT. MEDIA RELEASE

INCIDENT: MV Crash involving two pedestrians

OCCURRED: 02/03/2016

LOCATION:   S. Washington Ave / New Bridge Road


On Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at approximately 10: 46 pm, two pedestrians were struck by a motor vehicle while crossing S. Washington Ave., north of New Bridge Road. Pedestrian 2 who was in a wheelchair was being pushed by pedestrian 1 in an unmarked roadway, traveling westbound to eastbound. Pedestrian 1 is identified as Leroy Fray, age 59 of Bergenfield, NJ and pedestrian 2 is identified as Edward Marshall, age 61 of Bergenfield, NJ. Pedestrian 1 sustained a laceration to his face and a possible broken arm. Pedestrian 2 complained of pain to his upper body. Both pedestrians were transported to Hackensack University Medical center for their injuries. Animal control was notified as Pedestrian 2 had a pet snake inside a box.


The driver of the vehicle who was not injured is Judith Nadzick, age 67 of Elmwood Park, NJ. There were no summonses issued at this time.
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