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Identity Theft

Click here to report an Identify Theft  Please note that the link takes you to a non GRPD website and reporting that to the FTC is not reporting to the GRPD. If you want to or need the GRPD to take a report, please come to headquarters and report it to patrol. Identity Crisis? Protecting […]

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Auto Theft

 How Can Your Complacency Affect Crime?   The three elements needed to commit a crime are desire, ability, and opportunity. Complacency creates opportunity and ability. If you can remove the opportunity or ability, you can help prevent the crime.     What Items Are Most Commonly Stolen from Vehicles? Briefcases Garage door openers Cash Gym

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Home Burglary

A general definition of burglary is when someone unlawfully enters an establishment with the intent to commit a crime, i.e. theft. Ninety per cent of burglary prevention is physical security. If your home is locked up and unauthorized entry is made difficult, time consuming, noisy and visible, chances of a successful burglary are kept to

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Quality of Life Issues

The State of New Jersey empowers local municipalities to enact laws intended to preserve the quality of life. These laws are called “ordinances” and are passed by the Borough Mayor and Council based upon the needs of the community. In Glen Rock the following conduct is prohibited: Public Consumption or Possession of open alcoholic beverages: Persons,

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Animal Issues

The Borough of Glen Rock contracts with TYCO Animal Control Services for various animal issues. Their direct number is (201)-652-4554. Leave a message on the voicemail, and someone will return your call within the hour. They handle such issues as sick, injured, or dangerous animals, stray domestic animals, dead animals on public and private*** property,

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Phishing Scams

Phishing is a high-tech scam that uses spam or pop-up messages to deceive you into disclosing your credit card numbers, bank account information, Social Security number, passwords, or other sensitive information. How Not to Get Hooked by a ‘Phishing’ Scam   Internet Scammers casting about for people’s financial information have a new way to lure

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Juvenile Issues

The position of Juvenile Officer encompasses many different duties and responsibilities. Currently, Police Officer Matthew Stanislao and Police Officer James McGill serves as the department Juvenile Officers. The assignment is in addition to P.O. Stanislao’s regular duties as the Community Outreach Officer and P.O. McGIll’s regular duties as a Patrol Officer. P.O. Stanislao joined the G.R.P.D. in

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Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can range from verbal abuse to homicide. It crosses all boundaries of race, religion, age and economic levels. YES, we have domestic violence here in Glen Rock, the problem is just as bad here as anywhere else. In fact, you are more likely to be assaulted by a family or household member than

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Traffic Safety

Traffic Safety If you have any questions regarding traffic related issues Contact: Sgt. Scott McGovern at (201) 670-3946 Ext. 1 or E-Mail via Traffic Division. The Division of Highway Traffic Safety in conjunction with the New Jersey State Police and the Glen Rock Police would like to remind everyone of the “Move Over Law” which provides safety for

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Child Safety

Child Safety Remember to review safety practices for children who may be home alone after school. Have emergency phone numbers available for children at home and teach them how and when to call for help.   Teach all children that strangers are dangerous, and that if anyone attempts to approach them they should remember to

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