Hackensack Police Department

06/23/2026

****Hackensack High School Graduation Information****

Graduation will be held outdoors. Families are strongly encouraged to arrive early to allow ample time for parking and seating.

To help accommodate the anticipated heat and humidity, the climate-controlled HHS auditorium will be open and will provide a live stream of the ceremony with seating for up to 500 guests. Cooling stations will also be available in the Athletic Field House.

For everyone’s safety, the following items are prohibited: umbrellas, balloons, drones, non-clear bags (unless medically necessary), weapons of any kind, glass bottles, laser pointers, and outside food or beverages.

Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and flexibility as we celebrate the Class of 2026.

06/22/2026

Join us on Wednesday, June 24th from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at 116 Holt Street for an evening of fun, games, and community engagement!

Be sure to register to receive event updates and important information.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/20/2026

We had a great time participating in the City of Hackensack’s Juneteenth Celebration! Thank you to everyone who stopped by and helped make the event a success. We are proud to celebrate and connect with our community.

06/18/2026

The Hackensack Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Demond Clacken, 29, who has been missing since May 10, 2026.

Due to medical conditions, he is considered an Endangered Missing Person. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and white Nike Jordan sneakers.

He is known to frequent Englewood, Elmwood Park, Jersey City, Union City, and the Bronx, NY.

If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please contact the Hackensack Police Department at 201-646-7777. Please share.

06/18/2026

Today, during the police academy graduation ceremony, Hackensack Police Officers Roselys Salas and Max Anguizaca were recognized with the Exceptional Service Award for their actions while on patrol that led to the arrest of an individual in possession of multiple fi****ms.

Their professionalism, vigilance, and dedication to public safety exemplify the highest standards of law enforcement. Congratulations to Officers Salas and Anguizaca on this well deserved recognition and thank you for your commitment to serving our community.

06/18/2026

Our HCOPs have been busy serving the community, volunteering their time at carnivals, religious processions, storm related emergencies, and now walking Main Street.

Remember, these men and women are volunteers. They give their personal time to support the community and assist the Police Department whenever needed.

If you see our HCOPs out and about, please take a moment to thank them for their dedication and service to the City of Hackensack.

06/18/2026

The Hackensack Police Department is proud to recognize Sylvia Brown and Stanley Rodriguez for their positive impact on our community.

Sylvia started a community food pantry to help those in need, while Stanley has been actively involved in several youth and police programs. Both students have dedicated their time to making Hackensack a better place and serve as excellent role models for others.

To celebrate their achievements, we presented each of them with Six Flags tickets.

Congratulations to Sylvia and Stanley on their graduation, and thank you for all you have done for our community!

06/15/2026

Additional photos from Chief for a Day program with Chief Noah Abruzzo.

We were honored to spend the day with Noah and his family and to be part of such a special event alongside Bergen County and our fellow participating agencies.

06/15/2026

Some of the paving starts tomorrow, please avoid the areas and follow detour signs. This project will continue through Friday.

Milling and paving operations will continue throughout the coming weeks on several roadways in the area. Motorists should expect delays, changing traffic patterns, and occasional lane closures. Please plan ahead and consider alternate routes when possible.

Roadwork Schedule:

• Summit Ave (Euclid Ave to Lookout Ave)
Milling: June 8
Paving: June 16

• Summit Ave Intersection
Milling: June 8
Paving: June 16

• Hamilton Place (Summit Ave to Clarendon St)
Milling: June 8 & 9
Paving: June 16 & 17

• Franklin Place (Passaic St to Prospect Ave)
Milling: June 9 & 10
Paving: June 17

• Prospect Ave (Anderson St to Passaic St)
Milling: June 10
Paving: June 17

• Passaic St (Prospect Ave to Railroad Place)
Milling: June 10 & 11
Paving: June 17 & 18

Traffic will be maintained, but lane configurations may change throughout the work. Please use caution when traveling through these areas and allow extra time for your commute.

Please note that paving dates are weather dependent and may be moved up or delayed as conditions require. For the most up-to-date information, we encourage residents to sign up for Nixle alerts and follow our social media channels for updates.

06/13/2026

Yesterday, the Hackensack Police Department was honored to participate in the Chief for a Day program alongside Bergen County and 27 other law enforcement agencies.

Chief for a Day Noah Abruzzo spent the morning with us and was escorted throughout the day by Chief Antista. Noah enjoyed breakfast, toured Police Headquarters, explored police equipment, and learned more about the work our officers do each day.

After his visit, we joined Bergen County and the other participating agencies to celebrate this special event and the incredible children it honors.

Chief Antista said that Noah’s courage, positive attitude, and determination are an inspiration to everyone, especially the members of the Hackensack Police Department. We were proud to have him serve as our Chief for a Day.