As students returned to school today, the Montgomery Township Police Department and the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office are continuing a joint school safety initiative for a second year. Parents may notice an increased law enforcement visibility at local schools as officers and school administrators work together to strengthen school security.

The Montgomery Township Police Department, NJ, recently partnered with the Montgomery Health Department and Greater Mercer Transportation Management Association (Greater Mercer TMA) to conduct a children’s Bike Rodeo at Hartwick Drive in Skillman. The event provided local children with an engaging opportunity to learn and practice important bicycle safety skills.

In an effort to prevent crashes before they occur, the Montgomery Township Police Department, in partnership with the New Jersey State Police, conducted an unannounced roadside truck inspection on August 12 on Route 601. It resulted in 19 inspections with 37 total violations. Of those inspections, 13 resulted in out-of-service violations, while seven involved weight violations.

Montgomery Township, NJ, Police gave a presentation at the August 6 Township Committee meeting on the township's use of automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology, which consists of a network of seven surveillance cameras designed to track vehicles associated with criminal investigations, missing persons, arrest warrants, and more. Municipal leaders and law enforcement are navigating a delicate balance between public safety objectives and community concerns regarding pr

Montgomery Township NJ Police Officer Troy Gonzalez recognized for his professionalism, teamwork, and commitment while assisting an individual experiencing a mental health crisis earlier this year.

Ford Explorer Crashes Headon with a Dump Truck on Rt 206 in Belle Mead, Drive Medevaced to Trauma Center

Montgomery Township's new probationary police officer Edward Zuza currently serves on the Somerset County SWAT Team, where he serves as both a tactical operator and SWAT sniper. Among his notable assignments: He was selected to assist the US Secret Service during a presidential protection detail and has participated in numerous high-risk law enforcement operations requiring exceptional professionalism, judgment, and dedication, according to Montgomery Police Chief Silvio Be