Rutherford Police Department

08/25/2026

With Labor Day plans around the corner, plan your ride before the celebration begins. In 2024, 40% of drivers ages 18–34 killed in Labor Day crashes were drunk—choose a sober ride home.

08/19/2026

The Rutherford Police Department would like to thank Sacred Heart school in Lyndhurst for inviting Officer Bizien back to his alma mater for a quick visit.

08/17/2026

Please join Chief Farrell in welcoming our two new officers, Evan Alvarez and Juan Proano.

We look forward to seeing all the great things you will accomplish during your careers.

08/12/2026

Please help us get this sweet boy back to his family !

He was found walking on Elycroft Parkway. If you know his owners, please contact the Rutherford Police Department at 201–939–6000.

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

We are currently experiencing a technical problem with our telephone system. We are attempting to remedy the situation.

Please dial 911 for any emergencies.

08/04/2026

National Night Out is finally here!!

Join us tonight from 6pm to 8pm inside Lincoln Park.

There will be free food, free entertainment, and free rides for the kids!!

It’s a great opportunity to meet our amazing officers and our great local civic and non-profit organizations.

Hope to see you all there!

08/03/2026

Tonight, the Mayor and Council swore in Deputy Chief Sean Farrell as the 11th Chief of Police of the Rutherford Police Department. Chief Farrell's professionalism, integrity, and dedication to protecting and serving this community has earned him the respect of his fellow officers and the people he serves each day.

We would like to congratulate Chief Farrell on his promotion, and we look forward to this new chapter working under your leadership and guidance.

08/02/2026

Make sure to stop by the Rutherford Police Department's National Night Out event on Tuesday August 4th. The event will take place inside Lincoln Park from 6pm to 8pm.

There will be FREE FOOD, FREE RIDES, and FREE ENTERTAINMENT!

Don't miss the opportunity to see:

A live performance by the Backstage Performing Arts Center

A live demonstration by The Dojo

And live music from the combined talents of Rutherford's own CLASSIFYDE and FOULPLAY!

Hope to see you all there!!!!!

Borough of Rutherford, NJ
Rutherford Pride Alliance
Rutherford Green Team
Healing Hearts of Rutherford
The Alfred M. Fiume Foundation
Woman's Club of Rutherford
Lions Club of Rutherford
Rutherford Elks Lodge 547
Bergen County Sheriff's Office
Bergen County Prosecutor's Office
United States Park Police
New Jersey State Police
Rutherford PBA
Rutherford Fire Department
Rutherford Volunteer First-Aid Ambulance Corps.
Rutherford Rec
Rutherford Public Schools - Rutherford, NJ