Montgomery Police: Wallet Theft and Shoplifting at ShopRite, and a Construction Site Dispute Leads to a Wrestling Match

Skillman, NJ – Montgomery police discovered three bodies in a mansion on Wild Azalea Lane in Skillman on Friday, October 2, at about 5:30 pm while performing a wellness check.

As traffic is heavier than ever on Montgomery Township roads, residents are complaining. Pedestrians cannot safely cross streets, drivers speed along local roads, driving erratically and crossing double yellow lines to pass those who obey the speed limit. And, 16 fatal accidents have been registered in Somerset County so far this year. The Montgomery Township Police Department is taking proactive measures to avoid catastrophes. They conducted several targeted traffic enforcem

For Tiger's Tale Bar & Grill and Tito's Mexican Restaurant in Montgomery, thieves recently made off with $1700 of used cooking oil, which the owners typical sell to recyclers who use it for renewable biodiesel production, animal feed manufacturing, and industrial applications in in a wide variety of industrial products, including soaps, detergents, shampoos, cosmetics, and rubber.

As electric bicycles continue to grow in popularity, the Montgomery Township Police Department is encouraging all residents to become familiar with New Jersey's updated e-bike laws and to make safety their highest priority.

Students who are training peers to recognize signs of mental health struggles got a warm reception at the Township Committee, a contrast to the debate that accompanied the program's school board launch in the fall. Hope Squad, a national peer-to-peer suicide prevention program, launched chapters across Montgomery schools this year. Faculty advisors and student members presented a progress update at the committee’s June 4 meeting.

The Montgomery Township Police Department participated in several traffic safety enforcement initiatives throughout April and May aimed at reducing crashes, promoting safe driving behaviors, and enhancing roadway safety throughout the community.