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Ironbound Crime Update & Poll

February 27, 2010

One of the most important factors in a person’s quality of life is their safety. While crime has dropped in the last few years, there is much to be done. Looking at the crime statistics for the 3rd precinct (the precinct that serves the Ironbound) below, some types of crimes are higher than the previous year while others have dropped. Shootings stayed the same. Murder, rape, and theft are up. Robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, and auto-theft was down. A 12% decrease in crime overall.

Here are some resources and suggestions to do your part in making the Ironbound safe for all.

  • Newark Non-Emergency Call Center – 973.733.4311
    • They “provide effective and efficient resolution of non-emergency service concerns for the citizens of Newark.”
  • Newark Police Department – 973.733.6000
  • 3rd Precinct – 973.733.6190
  • Community Affairs – 973.733.6188
  • Crime Stoppers – 973.733.5884
  • Detective Squad – 973.733.6290

On the web:

Now here’s where you come in. Please answer this quick poll about crime in the Ironbound:

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Please leave comments. Thank you.

3rd Police Precinct

August 18, 2008

3rd Police Precinct, Newark

Newark’s 3rd Police Precinct is the “Pride of the Ironbound.”

The East Ward is the largest geographical police district in Newark. It has a population of more than 60,000 and covers 12 square miles.

Captain: Dennis Reilly
649 Market Street
Newark NJ 07105

Precinct: 973.733.6190 or 973.733.6195
Community Affairs: 973.733.6188
Crime Stoppers: 973.733.5884
Detective Squad: 973.733.6290

Crime Statistics:

The good news is that overall crime in the Ironbound is down 15% from last year. However, three types of crime are up… way up. Robberies, aggravated assaults, and burglaries are up between 20%-35%. Please be aware of your surroundings at all times (day and night) and make sure to report suspicious activity and any crime.

Let’s help keep Newark safe. If we don’t report crime than we will lose out on police presence.

UPDATE: We were mentioned by the Star-Ledger but we really owe it to Detective Jim Bircsak for keeping the Newark Police Department’s website updated.

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