Asbury Park Police Department

09/01/2026

🚲 SAVE THE DATE! Our 3rd Annual Bike Rodeo is Coming Up! 🚲

Join us for our FREE 3rd Annual Bike Rodeo, where youth will have the opportunity to learn and practice important bicycle safety skills, including:

🚦 Proper hand signals
🛑 Safe stopping and braking
🚸 Intersection crossing
🚲 Collision avoidance
🔀 Zig-zag slalom course

We’ll also be offering:

🔧 Free bike inspections
📝 Bike registrations
👶 Child car seat inspections
🎒 Backpack giveaways

Whether your child is a seasoned rider or just getting comfortable on two wheels, this event is a great opportunity to build confidence, learn valuable safety skills, and enjoy time together as a community.

Bring the family, bring your bikes, and come ride, learn, and have some fun with us! 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️

📅 Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
📍 Location: Asbury Park City Hall Parking Lot

We can’t wait to see you there! Let’s make our 3rd Annual Bike Rodeo the best one yet! 🚲🎉

City of Asbury Park
Asbury Park Police Athletic League
Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office
Monmouth Ocean Police Athletic League

08/25/2026

Police departments within the Monmouth County Shore Regional Task Force will be conducting a coordinated DWI roving patrol along Ocean Avenue on Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM. During this time, there will be police officers from the shore region police departments specifically assigned to patrol for intoxicated drivers. The participating agencies are as follows: Sea Bright Police Department, Monmouth Beach Police Department, Long Branch Police Department, Deal Police Department, Allenhurst Police Department, Asbury Park Police Department, and the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office. If you plan to go out for “thirsty Thursday”, be responsible, plan ahead, and get a designated driver. Enjoy the shore and make it home safe. One choice can change everything; DWI costs more than you think.

08/22/2026

08/21/2026

Today The Asbury Park Police Department joined forces with Asbury Park Social Services for National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. Bringing community, support, and hope directly to those who need it most.

With BBQ food, meaningful conversations, and numerous social service vendors on site, the event connected individuals experiencing homelessness and addiction issues with vital resources. Outreach organizations shared information about job assistance programs, treatment and recovery options, housing support, and many other services.

This event reflects the ongoing partnership between Social Services, the Police Department, and community organizations to meet people where they are and make help more accessible. Together, we can raise awareness and ensure that support is within reach.

We would like to thank all of the organizations who showed up and helped make this an amazing event.

City of Asbury Park
Asbury Park Police Athletic League
Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative

08/19/2026

***Honoring Outstanding Service***

On behalf of Police Director John B. Hayes and the entire Asbury Park Police Department, we are proud to recognize three of our officers for their outstanding work and dedication in combating intoxicated driving in our community.

This evening at the City of Asbury Park Council Meeting, the following three officers were awarded the "Recognition of Excellence" award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD):

Officer Anthony Arancio #293,
Officer Kevin Gutierrez #308, &
Officer Vincent Gargiulo #310

Together, these three officers made more than 70 DWI arrests in 2025, removing dangerous drivers from our roadways and preventing potentially countless tragedies.

Their commitment is yet another example of how The Asbury Park Police Department continues to put the safety of the citizens and visitors of Asbury Park at the forefront of our mission.

We would also like to thank the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and City Council for taking the time to recognize these officers and the department for the hard work, dedication, and commitment to keeping our community safe.

Please join us in congratulating Officer Arancio, Officer Gutierrez, and Officer Gargiulo.

Drive sober. Arrive safe.

City of Asbury Park
Asbury Park Police Athletic League
Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office

08/05/2026

***Additional Photos & Info Added***

National Night Out - 2026

On behalf on Police Director John B. Hayes, we want to thank the community for coming out for an evening filled with food, giveaways, camaraderie, and family fun.

We are grateful to the countless volunteers who worked tirelessly through the hot weather to set up and keep the event running smoothly and to all of the organizations who showed up to support the community.

We were honored to have New Jersey OAG Jennifer Davenport join our community for this amazing event. During her time with us, she even volunteered as a 'Dunk Tank Victim'!

National Night Out would not have been the same without APPD Chaplin, Reverand Lyddale Akins, keeping the energy levels high and the kids engaged as the M.C.

Thank you to The City of Asbury Park for sponsoring the night and to everyone who supported us with donations, supplies, time and resources to bring it all together. Every year gets better than the last, and we look forward to making even more memories at next year's event.

City of Asbury Park
Asbury Park Police Athletic League
Asbury Park Fire Department
New Jersey OAG
Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office
Triumphant Life

08/03/2026

We’re just one day away!
National Night Out is still scheduled for tomorrow, and the weather is looking great. We’re excited to see everyone there and hope you’ll join us for a fun evening in the community!

City of Asbury Park
Asbury Park Police Athletic League
Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office

Join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026! 🎉

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of fun, food, and community connection.

We’ll have:
-Food and refreshments
-Games for all ages
-Bounce houses
-Bicycle giveaways
-Dancing and music
-Family fun and community-building activities

This is a great chance to spend time with your neighbors, connect with local community partners, and help make our neighborhood safer and stronger together.

📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
📍 Location: Springwood Avenue Park
⏰ Time: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and come be part of National Night Out!

For more details or to register as a table vendor, contact Police Officer Mabe by emailing [email protected]

08/01/2026

07/28/2026

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, Police Director John B. Hayes had the pleasure of welcoming Owen, a youth community member, for a tour of our police department. During his visit, he learned about the department’s history, patrol techniques, criminal investigations, community outreach efforts and partnerships, the Asbury Park Police Athletic League, and the many ways we are continuously innovating and adapting to better serve our community.

Owen was especially pleased to learn about our active partnership with local social services and how we work together to help those in need. We’re grateful for opportunities like this to connect with young people, share what we do, and inspire the next generation of community leaders.

07/24/2026

🎄☀️ Christmas in July was a wonderful celebration of community! ☀️🎄

Our officers had an incredible time joining our friends at Asbury Park Senior Center for a festive Christmas in July celebration filled with live jazz music, delicious food, and even a special visit from Summer Santa! 🎅🌴

Events like these are more than just a fun afternoon, they're an opportunity to strengthen the longstanding relationships we've built with the members of our community. Spending time together, sharing stories, and creating new memories is what community policing is all about.

A special thank you goes out to the amazing Asbury Park Senior Center staff, whose dedication, creativity, and countless hours of planning made this event such a tremendous success. From the decorations and entertainment to the fantastic meal and every thoughtful detail in between, your hard work did not go unnoticed. We are grateful for everything you do to bring people together and create meaningful experiences for our seniors.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event so memorable. We look forward to many more opportunities to celebrate with our community!