GRPD Annual Report
2024 – Police Department Annual Report
Santa visits Glen Ridge!
Santa visits Glen Ridge! Traditionally in mid-December, the Glen Ridge Police Department, the Department of Public Works, the Glen Ridge Volunteer Ambulance Squad and the Montclair Fire Department escort Santa around town to wave hello to everyone. The parade route...
GRPD Community Engagement
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT In the past year, the Glen Ridge police department has strengthened its commitment to fostering positive relationships with the Glen Ridge and Essex County communities through a variety of outreach initiatives. Events such as National Night Out...
Public Safety
Glen Ridge Police Department is a full service agency working for and with our citizens to provide vigilant protection and quality service to its residents.
All officers are committed to excellence in community policing.
Police – Fire – Medical Emergency Call 911 Glen Ridge Police Department
3 Herman Street
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Phone: 973-748-5400
Fax: 973-748-8477
GR Police Department TIPS Line (click here)
Safe Routes To School
The Safe Route Map is a guide on the safest route for students to take when walking or biking to school. They are encouraged to use these routes, as the intersections indicated on the map are staffed with School Crossing Guards (click for times & posts).
To view the Safe Routes MAP please Click Here
For additional information go to: www.nj.gov/transportation/community/srts/
Glen Ridge Police Foundation
Our community recently launched a 501(C)(3) non-profit to provide essential equipment and training for our local police, beyond the municipal budget. With your generous donations, we can enhance our department’s capabilities with state-of-the-art technology and vital life safety training. Click Here for more information
Community Information Service
The Glen Ridge Police Department utilizes the NIXLE communications service to send important, valuable community information directly to residents. Please register via this link: https://local.nixle.com/zipcode/07028/
The Glen Ridge Police Department Child Safety Seat Inspection Program
The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) recommends all children under the age of 12 ride in the backseat. Complete information on the program
Stop Public Corruption
The State of New Jersey Office of the Attorney General announces two new initiatives to fight corruption: Reward Program and Whistleblower Program
For Car Seat Installation Request, Glen Ridge Residents may call 973-748-4116 to set an appointment.
National Drug Take Back Initiative
G.R.P.D. Seeks Volunteers for the Domestic Violence Response Team
Glen Ridge Police get body worn cameras
E-mails are monitored Monday through Friday during normal business hours and should not be considered as an emergency contact for the police.

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Public Safety Posts

GRPD Annual Report
2024 – Police Department Annual Report

Santa visits Glen Ridge!
Santa visits Glen Ridge! Traditionally in mid-December, the Glen Ridge Police Department, the Department of Public Works, the Glen Ridge Volunteer Ambulance Squad and the Montclair Fire Department escort Santa around town to wave hello to everyone. The parade route...

GRPD Community Engagement
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT In the past year, the Glen Ridge police department has strengthened its commitment to fostering positive relationships with the Glen Ridge and Essex County communities through a variety of outreach initiatives. Events such as National Night Out...

A caring community
Glen Ridge is a caring community where everyone is valued.

Volunteer Ambulance Squad
Glen Ridge Volunteer Ambulance Squad
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Records Bureau
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Career Opportunities
Annual Reports
Department History
Glen Ridge Police Foundation
Professional Standards
Crime Prevention
Firearms & Concealed Carry Info
Back to School Safety
Safe Routes to School MAP
School Drop Off Information
Online Marketplace Meet Up Spot
National Academy
Domestic Violence Response
U and T Visas
Frequently Asked Questions
GRPD – Early Warning System Policy
2020 Essex County All Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) update
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