Franklin Borough Police

Franklin Borough Police The official page of the Franklin Borough Police Department (Sussex County, NJ). Commenting is not permitted, as the page is not monitored 24/7.

The Franklin Borough Police Department page is for information and is not used as a public forum. The purpose of this page is to permit authorized employees of the Franklin Borough Police Department to provide the public with information concerning public safety, news, events, activities, stories, photographs, and videos, and to disseminate other information and material intended to incre

ase public awareness of the department’s activities. In an effort to remain connected to the community, the Franklin Borough Police Department has created this page and uses it as one of many tools in providing professional police services to the citizens of Franklin Borough. In order to maintain the integrity of our page, it will not be used as a forum. Police reports are NOT accepted via any of our social media platforms. To report an emergency 24/7, please dial 9-1-1. If you need immediate assistance from the Franklin Borough Police Department for a non-emergency 24/7, please call (973) 827-7700. The Franklin Borough Police Department DOES welcome all questions and comments, but all such communication should be delivered via email to [email protected]. This email address, as well as our page, is NOT monitored 24 hours a day.

📊 FBPD Monthly Stats Report – April 🚔 The FBPD Monthly Stats Report provides a snapshot of our department’s activity, in...
06/11/2026

📊 FBPD Monthly Stats Report – April 🚔

The FBPD Monthly Stats Report provides a snapshot of our department’s activity, including calls for service, motor vehicle stops, arrests, and other law enforcement actions. For clarity, incidents of a similar nature were combined in the report. These reports help us measure public safety efforts, track trends, and maintain transparency with our community.

📊 Total Incidents: 1166
👮‍♂️ Total Arrests: 17
🚔 Motor Vehicle Stops: 234
📝 Traffic Summons & Warnings: 71
🚗 Motor Vehicle Accidents: 16
🐾 Animal Complaints: 18
🚨 Alarm Activations: 18
⚠️ Disputes & Disturbances: 13
🚑 Medical Calls: 50
🏠 Property Checks: 315
🤝 Public Assists: 13
💰 Thefts: 3

Thank you for your continued support!

They’re silent. They’re speedy. And they’re easy to miss. If you're riding an e-bike or e-scooter, stay visible, signal ...
06/09/2026

They’re silent. They’re speedy. And they’re easy to miss. If you're riding an e-bike or e-scooter, stay visible, signal your moves, and don’t ghost traffic rules.

🚨MEDIA RELEASE: Hardyston Man Arrested on Outstanding Warrant and HinderingShawn Gutschmidt, 43, of Hardyston Township w...
06/09/2026

🚨MEDIA RELEASE: Hardyston Man Arrested on Outstanding Warrant and Hindering

Shawn Gutschmidt, 43, of Hardyston Township was arrested on the morning of March 29, 2026, following a motor vehicle stop conducted by Patrol Officers Eric Moschberger and Jonathan Sienkiewicz. During the motor vehicle stop, Mr. Gutschmidt refused to identify himself or comply with orders issued by Officer Moschberger. Once Mr. Gutschmidt was identified, he was additionally found to have an outstanding body warrant issued by the Passaic County Sheriff’s Department.

As a result of the investigation Gutschmidt was issued several motor vehicle summonses and charged with the following:

• Hindering Apprehension (disorderly persons offense)
• Resisting Arrest (disorderly persons offense)
• Refusal to be Fingerprinted (disorderly persons offense)

Gutschmidt was issued a complaint summons and transferred to the custody of the Passaic County Sheriff’s Department pending his appearance Passaic County Superior Court as well as Franklin Borough Municipal Court in accordance with the NJ Bail Reform Act.

The filed complaints are merely accusations pending proper disposition in a court of law, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

For inquiries or additional information regarding this media release, please contact the Franklin Borough Police Department Public Information Officer, Sgt. Robert Vander Ploeg, at [email protected].

🎉 Sgt. Jesse Babcock is currently in Ewing, NJ supporting the Special Olympics New Jersey Summer Games! 👮‍♂️For decades,...
06/06/2026

🎉 Sgt. Jesse Babcock is currently in Ewing, NJ supporting the Special Olympics New Jersey Summer Games! 👮‍♂️

For decades, law enforcement officers across New Jersey have stood alongside Special Olympics athletes, helping raise awareness, build community, and celebrate the incredible achievements of these competitors. Sgt. Babcock is proud to be part of that tradition, joining athletes, coaches, volunteers, and supporters from across the state for one of the most inspiring events of the year.

We would like to thank Sgt. Babcock for representing the Franklin Borough Police Department at this outstanding event and for his continued commitment to supporting the Special Olympics movement.

Good luck to all of the athletes competing this weekend! 👏🏃

🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍♀️‍➡️This morning, Chief Cugliari, Sgt. Grissom, and Officer Sienkiewicz proudly took part in the annual Specia...
06/05/2026

🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍♀️‍➡️This morning, Chief Cugliari, Sgt. Grissom, and Officer Sienkiewicz proudly took part in the annual Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run, joining officers from across New Jersey in support of the incredible athletes of Special Olympics New Jersey.

Along the route, our officers were joined by students from the Franklin Elementary School Track Team and the Vernon High School Track Team, whose enthusiasm and determination helped make the event even more special.

Thank you to everyone who came out to cheer on the runners, and to the students and teachers who brought great energy from start to finish.

A special thank you to our officers working the road today, along with members of the Hamburg Borough Police Department, Bernards Township Police Department, and New Jersey State Police, who assisted with traffic control and helped ensure a safe and successful event for all participants and spectators. 👮‍♂️🫡

Pedestrian deaths in New Jersey fell by nearly 24% in 2025 - proof that safer choices save lives. Let’s keep it going by...
06/03/2026

Pedestrian deaths in New Jersey fell by nearly 24% in 2025 - proof that safer choices save lives. Let’s keep it going by staying visible, alert, and sharing the road.

🇺🇸 Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their...
05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

We invite the community to join us for the Franklin Borough Memorial Day Parade beginning at 10:45 AM as we come together to honor their memory and the freedoms they fought to protect.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

🇺🇲 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE – TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚧American Legion Post 132 will hold its annual Memorial Day Parade in Franklin...
05/24/2026

🇺🇲 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE – TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚧

American Legion Post 132 will hold its annual Memorial Day Parade in Franklin Borough on Monday, May 25, 2026, and will involve rolling road closures and temporary no-parking zones along the parade route.

📅 Parade Details:
• Participant Staging: 10:15 AM at the American Legion
• Parade Start Time: 10:45 AM
• Parade Route:
Legion Rd. → Mitchell Ave. → Rutherford Ave. → Main St.

🚫 No Street Parking:
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the following roads:
• Rutherford Ave. (between Route 23 and Main St.)
• Main St. (between Rutherford Ave. and Catlin Rd.)

🚧 Road Closures:
Multiple roads along the route will be closed from approximately 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and will reopen after the parade concludes.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we come together to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

🗄️RECORDS CLOSED🗃️The FBPD Records Department is currently closed until further notice due to staffing availability.If y...
05/21/2026

🗄️RECORDS CLOSED🗃️
The FBPD Records Department is currently closed until further notice due to staffing availability.

If you need to reach the Records Department during this time, please call (973) 827-9635 and leave a detailed message, including your name and contact number, or email [email protected].

Our records clerk will return your call or respond to your email as soon as possible.

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15 Cork Hill Road
Franklin, NJ
07416

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Monday 8am - 3pm
Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

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