Emerson Police Department

09/16/2026

Congratulations to Lt. Doug Kearns who was promoted last night by Emerson's Mayor and Council. Doug was hired in 2013 and had been a Patrol Officer prior to being assigned to the Detective Bureau 2020. In 2022 he was promoted to Detective Sergeant,and has been in charge ot the Bureau since that promotion. He will continue in the Bureau, while also taking on administrative duties. Good luck in your new position.

09/16/2026

Please be advised. Extended road closure! Starting on or around October 1st Old Hook Rd will be closed Eastbound, between Bogerts Mill Road and Schraalenburgh Road for approximately 3 weeks.

09/13/2026

This is the latest radar report for Emerson. Please stay home and don't drive around barricades. They are there for your safety.

09/13/2026

09/10/2026

Today officers worked with Shop-Rite of Emerson "Mission End Hunger ".

08/14/2026

If you're missing your puppy, we have it at Police Headquarters.

07/05/2026

Residents are reminded that downed wires may be live and shouldn't be touched. Stay away and call PSEG and 9-1-1.

07/02/2026

For those who are without power, we recommend going to a friend or family member with power. If you need assistance Borough Hall is open for a cooling center. PSEG has trucks in the area.

07/02/2026

It's officially summer time. PO Howard held our final school year event, Shop with a Cop. A great time was had by all. See you in September, enjoy your summer.

07/01/2026

Thank you Brookdale Assisted Living for providing officers with breakfast this morning. Building relationships in good times makes the hard times easy.