Springfield Police Department

Springfield Police Department This is the official page for the Springfield Police Department, serving Springfield (Union County), NJ. This page is not monitored 24/7.
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🚲 SHARE THE ROAD — GIVE 4 FEET! 🚔The Springfield Police Department reminds all drivers to give bicyclists at least 4 fee...
08/27/2026

🚲 SHARE THE ROAD — GIVE 4 FEET! 🚔

The Springfield Police Department reminds all drivers to give bicyclists at least 4 feet of space when passing.

Under N.J.S.A. 39:4-92.4, motorists must exercise caution and provide a safe distance when passing a bicyclist. 🚗↔️🚲

A few extra seconds and a little extra space can make a life-saving difference.

✅ Slow down
✅ Check for traffic
✅ Give at least 4 feet of clearance
✅ Be patient and share the road

Four feet. Every time. Every rider. Every road.

Springfield Police Department BlotterAugust 1 – 15, 2026August 5 – A 35-year-old Newark woman was arrested on an outstan...
08/20/2026

Springfield Police Department Blotter
August 1 – 15, 2026

August 5 – A 35-year-old Newark woman was arrested on an outstanding warrant out of Madison as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Route 22.

August 5 – During the course of a motor vehicle stop on Morris Avenue, the driver presented a fraudulent insurance card to a patrol officer. The driver, a 22-year-old Elizabeth man, was arrested and charged with possession of false government documents.

August 8 – An officer on routine patrol on Morris Turnpike observed a vehicle with multiple deployed airbags that had collided with a traffic light post. The driver, a 19-year-old Whippany man, was located at the scene and subsequently charged with driving while under the influence.

August 9 – A 38-year-old Summit man was arrested and charged with driving while under the influence as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Mountain Avenue.

August 13 – A 46-year-old Linden woman was arrested on an outstanding warrant out of Lodi as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Route 22.

August 14 – A 41-year-old Springfield man was arrested and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to turn over narcotics to police, and receiving stolen property as a result of an investigation at a Center Street residence.

August 15 – Officers responded to a Morris Avenue restaurant on a report of a customer refusing to pay for food provided. As a result of an on-scene investigation, a 45-year-old Elizabeth man was arrested and charged with theft by deception.

Additional reported crimes and police responses to calls for service:
Alarm Activations – 48
Animal Complaints - 10
Assaults – 2
Burglary – 1
Fraud/Identity Theft – 6
Motor Vehicle Accidents – 47
Motor Vehicle Burglary - 1
Motor Vehicle Theft – 1
Theft – 4

The above information is an overview and does not represent the total number of investigations and police responses to calls for service.

Last night, members of the Springfield Police Department were proud to participate in National Night Out, joining our co...
08/05/2026

Last night, members of the Springfield Police Department were proud to participate in National Night Out, joining our community for an evening dedicated to building stronger relationships between first responders and the residents we serve.

We were honored to be joined by our public safety partners from the Springfield Fire Department, Springfield First Aid Squad, Springfield Office of Emergency Management (OEM), the Union County SWAT Team, and the Union County Prosecutor's Office. Thank you to everyone who came out to meet with us, ask questions, and enjoy a great evening together. Events like these strengthen the partnerships that help keep our community safe.

We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

Springfield Police Department BlotterJuly 16 – July 31, 2026July 16 – A 31-year-old Irvington man was arrested on outsta...
08/04/2026

Springfield Police Department Blotter
July 16 – July 31, 2026

July 16 – A 31-year-old Irvington man was arrested on outstanding warrants out of Union Township and Essex County Sheriff’s Department as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Center Street.

July 21 – A 33-year-old Newark man was arrested on an outstanding warrant out of Clinton as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Route 22.

July 22 – A 64-year-old Springfield man was arrested on an outstanding warrant out of Essex County Sheriff’s Office as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Brook Street.

July 26 – Patrol officers were dispatched to Newbrook Lane on a report of a disturbance. As a result of an on-scene investigation, a 57-year-old North Plainfield man was arrested and charged with simple assault.

July 28 – On July 26, officers took a report of package theft from a Berkeley Road resident. As a result of a follow-up investigation by Detective Bureau personnel, a 34-year-old Springfield man was charged with theft.

Additional reported crimes and police responses to calls for service:

Alarm Activations – 37
Animal Complaints – 15
Assaults – 2
Burglary - 1
Criminal Mischief – 1
Fraud – 10
Motor Vehicle Accidents – 46
Motor Vehicle Burglary - 1
Theft – 5

The above information is an overview and does not represent the total number of investigations and police responses to calls for service.

*UPDATE: Reunited with owner*Found on Milltown Rd. No number registered to the microchip. Please call us at 973-376-0400...
08/02/2026

*UPDATE: Reunited with owner*
Found on Milltown Rd. No number registered to the microchip. Please call us at 973-376-0400 if you recognize this pup!

Don’t forget to join us next week for a fun night out and meet your first responders!
07/30/2026

Don’t forget to join us next week for a fun night out and meet your first responders!

Today, the Springfield Police Department proudly dedicated its Wall of Honor in remembrance of Patrolman Joseph R. Roess...
07/29/2026

Today, the Springfield Police Department proudly dedicated its Wall of Honor in remembrance of Patrolman Joseph R. Roessner and Detective John P. Patrick, who each made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. This permanent memorial stands as a tribute to their courage, dedication, and selfless service to our community.

Shunpike Road is reopen.
07/22/2026

Shunpike Road is reopen.

🚨ROAD CLOSURE🚨 Shunpike Road will be closed between Mount...
07/22/2026

🚨ROAD CLOSURE🚨 Shunpike Road will be closed between Mountain Avenue and Stone Hill Road for approximately 2 hours. Please plan a different route.

Springfield Police Department BlotterJuly 1 -July 15, 2026July 2 – An officer on routine patrol on Morris Avenue observe...
07/16/2026

Springfield Police Department Blotter
July 1 -July 15, 2026

July 2 – An officer on routine patrol on Morris Avenue observed a vehicle matching the description of a vehicle used in a shoplifting incident reported earlier in the day at a Morris Avenue pharmacy. The officer effected a motor vehicle stop and identified the driver as the suspect. The suspect, a 30-year-old Orange man, was arrested and charged with receiving stolen property, theft, and outstanding warrants out of Hanover and Bergen.

July 2 – A 30-year-old Newark man was arrested on outstanding warrants out of East Orange as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Route 22.

July 6 – A 38-year-old Newark man was charged with theft as a result of a Detective Bureau investigation of a shoplifting incident reported at a Mountain Avenue business.

July 7 – A 75-year-old Vauxhall man was charged with 2 counts of theft of movable property as a result of a Detective Bureau investigation of multiple thefts reported at a Morris Avenue service station.

July 8 – A 26-year-old East Orange man was arrested and charged with possession of a prescription legend drug, possession of narcotics paraphernalia and possession of certain prescription drugs as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Route 22.

July 10 – On May 21, 2026, patrol officers took a report of a stolen and forged check reported by a Springfield Avenue business. As a result of a follow-up investigation by Detective Bureau personnel, a 45-year-old Philadelphia, PA man was charged with forgery.

July 14 – A 48-year-old North Brunswick woman and a 55-year-old New Brunswick man were charged with theft as a result of a Detective Bureau investigation of a shoplifting incident reported at a Route 22 liquor store.

Additional reported crimes and police responses to calls for service:
Alarm Activations – 53
Animal Complaints – 11
Assault – 2
Criminal Mischief – 1
Fraud/Identity Theft – 1
Theft – 4

The above information is an overview and does not represent the total number of investigations and police responses to calls for service.

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100 Mountain Avenue
Springfield, NJ
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