Orange NJ Police Department

05/06/2026

04/15/2026

Distracted driving contributes to about half of all crashes in New Jersey. Law enforcement across the state are working together this April to stop drivers who put lives in danger.
New Jersey DHTS

04/08/2026

LT. Walter A. Imbert

Today we honor the legacy of LT. Walter A. Imbert. Lieutenant Imbert began his career with the Orange Police Department in August 2003. LT. Imbert proudly served the city of Orange for 14 years in a variety of capacities, including the patrol division, Range Instructor, Sniper on the Special Response Team, and finally Lieutenant in the Internal Affairs Division. Prior to his time with the Orange Police Department, LT. Imbert served in the United States Army as a combat medic. His time in the Army had him stationed in Kuwait and Fort Hood, Texas.

LT. Imbert was and still is a loved member of our department with an infectious smile and joyous spirit. Although he is no longer with us physically, his energy is still felt throughout the department, and today we honor his life and dedication to his fellow brothers and sisters as well as the City of Orange. Thank you.

04/08/2026

Inspector Joyce Carnegie    

Today we honor the legacy of Inspector Joyce Anne Carnegie, who was a dedicated member of the Orange Police Department. Inspector Carnegie proudly served the City of Orange for four years prior to her untimely passing. She is described by many as a tremendous spirit, who was extremely personable and helpful to everyone she encountered.

On April 8th, 1999, Inspector Carnegie made the ultimate sacrifice. While responding to investigate a suspect believed to have committed two prior armed robberies, Carnegie was gunned down in the area of Freeway Drive and South Day Street.

Inspector Carnegie is the first female officer to be killed in the line of duty in Essex County, New Jersey, and the second to be killed in the state.

On October 7th, 2008, Officer Carnegie was posthumously promoted to the rank of Inspector along with three other fallen officers from the Orange Police Department.

We encourage family and friends to visit Inspector Carnegie’s memorial panel (39-E: 21) at the Law Enforcement Officer Memorial in Washington, DC, and keep her legacy alive.

Inspector Carnegie’s impact within the city of Orange is still felt, and with that, we honor her and all those who have given their all to their profession and our community.

Inspector Joyce Anne Carnegie
Badge #48
E.O.W. April 8th, 1999

03/31/2026

We are honored to recognize the service of Women in the Police Department and throughout the City of Orange at our city's Women's History Month Event. Congratulations!

03/31/2026

At the Young Women's Leadership Summit 2026, the Women of the Orange Police Department provided mentorship to future Women Leaders!

03/30/2026

On 3/29/2026
Officer S. Gerald received the Public Safety award from the Urban League of Essex County for her years of work as a police officer within the community.