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:
- Newark Police Department
- 3rd Precinct
- E-mail Captain Dennis Reilly
- Newark’s Most Wanted
- File a complaint
- NJ Sex Offender Database
- Pay tickets
Now here’s where you come in. Please answer this quick poll about crime in the Ironbound:
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