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About PTPD Facebook: We use this page as a way to get information out quickly to those who need it. Chief Daniel Comune
Capt. Kevin Nelson
Lt. Robert Brown
Det.

We do not intend to use it to answer questions or receive requests for police related activities. Lt. Kevin Ricciardi
Sgt. Joseph Peters
Sgt. Steven Cicchetti
Sgt. Jack Lyon
Det. Sgt. Jeffrey Jones
Sgt. James Dericks
Sgt. Daniel Russell
Ptl. Daniel Caffrey
Ptl. Kevin Boone
Det. William Juliano
Ptl. Michael Kimak
Ptl. Christopher Nelson
Ptl. Leonard Anzano
Det. Matthew Halligan
Ptl. Jay Hardy
Det. Christopher McIvor
Ptl. Vincent LaManno
Ptl. Sean Higgins
Ptl. Nicholas Schreck
Ptl. Benjamin Kohle
Ptl. Michael Rafferty
Ptl. Geoffrey Hackler
Ptl. Matthew Ackerman
Ptl. Jason Chestnutt
Ptl. Javier Ureña
Ptl. Ethan Fisher
Ptl. Brian Parigi
Ptl. James Reydel

10/30/2026

We had a good time participating in trunk or treat this year. Pequannock Police Department wants to wish everyone a very happy and safe Halloween!🎃

10/27/2026

⚠️ ROAD CLOSED - RT 23 S at TURNPIKE ⚠️

AVOID Route 23 S at Newark Pompton Turnpike due to a current traffic issue. A vehicle crash investigation has closed Route 23 South and will require a detour of traffic for the next few hours. Traffic is currently being diverted onto the Newark-Pompton Turnpike. Please plan an alternate route.

******ROUTE 23 South has been reopened ******

10/27/2026

**As of 7:10am Route 23 has been reopened**

Route 23 South at Newark Pompton Turnpike is CLOSED. All traffic is being diverted off the highway at this time.

10/25/2026

The 2026 Street Fair starts at 11am!

The following roads are closed for the event, please follow all closures and officer directions on scene:

- Jackson Avenue closed at Evans Place.
- Newark Pompton Turnpike closed in both directions between Sherman Ave. and Franklin Ave.
- All side streets that are connected to NPT are closed at Newark Pompton Turnpike.

You can access Jackson Ave via Evans Place.

Road closures are expected to last until 6pm tonight.

10/15/2026

Please join us in congratulating Sgt. Jack Lyon Jr. on his retirement after 25 years of service to Pequannock Township. Sgt. Lyon begam serving the residents as a volunteer firefighter with Pequannock Company #1 and an EMT on the First Aid Squad. He began his career in 2001 as a dispatcher and became a Police Officer in 2003 after graduating from the 61st Basic Police Training Class at Morris County Police Academy. Sgt. Lyon quickly established himself as a valuable officer through hard work, self-motivation and proactive patrol tactics. Throughout his career he has received many commendations including being recognized by MADD for his DWI enforcement and a Morris County 200 Club Valor Award. Ptl. Lyon had many roles in the Dept. including as a Field Training Officer, Drug Recognition Expert, Tactical Patrol Officer and Supervisor, Traffic Officer and Arson Investigator. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2019 and continued on patrol and as a traffic Sergeant. We will miss the smooth sounds of classic hits on CBS FM in the background of Sgt. Lyon’s radio transmissions and wish him the best in his retirement.

10/07/2026

The Pequannock Police Department would like to remind everyone attending Charlie’s Celebration of Life at PV Park on Thursday, October 8, from 2:00–6:00 PM, that parking in the immediate area may be limited.

Those attending are encouraged to carpool, walk, or ride their bicycles to the event. Please feel free to utilize the available public parking lots, as well as the walking path leading to the park.

Additional parking is available at:

Washington Park
Pequannock Valley School (Please use after 3:30 PM)
Pequannock Township Municipal Building

Additional details regarding the event are available on the Scanlan’s Funeral Home website: https://www.scanlanfuneral.com/

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

10/03/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fatal Skateboard Incident Involving 14-Year-Old Under Investigation

PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY — October 3, 2026 — The Pequannock Township Police Department is investigating a fatal incident involving a 14-year-old male that occurred on October 2, 2026, at approximately 5:46 PM, near the intersection of Hopper Avenue and Woodland Court.

Emergency personnel responded to a report of an injured juvenile in the area of Hopper Avenue and Woodland Court. Upon arrival, responders located a 14-year-old male who had sustained a head injury. Preliminary information indicates that the juvenile was riding a skateboard when he fell and struck his head on the pavement.

First responders immediately provided medical treatment at the scene. The juvenile was transported by emergency medical personnel to Morristown Medical Center, where he was later pronounced deceased as a result of his injuries.

Out of respect for the family and in accordance with laws protecting the privacy of juvenile victims, the identity of the victim will not be released. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation.

The Pequannock Township Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, classmates, and members of the community affected by this tragic loss.

No further information will be released at this time as the investigation remains active.

10/01/2026

Join us next Wednesday, 10/7 at King’s Kid Deli for coffee and some conversation!

10/01/2026

The Pequannock Twp. Police Dept. is looking for candidates for the position of Dispatcher or Public Safety Telecommunicator.
Duties include but are not limited to:
☎️ Answering 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls for service from the public.
🎙️Dispatching Police, Fire, EMS, Public Utilities, and more!
🚨Playing a vital role in providing support during emergency situations.
For more info and to apply please visit PoliceApp.com or click the link in our bio!

Address

530 Newark Pompton Tpke
Pompton Plains, NJ
07444

Telephone

+19738351700

Website

https://www.policeapp.com/Dispatcher-Pequannock-Township-NJ-Police-Officer-Jobs/6003/

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