HANOVER TOWNSHIP
State Police Launch Increased Patrols For Memorial Day Weekend
NEW JERSEY -- Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and the beginning of the busy travel season. Safety must be a priority on every journey as roadways fill with drivers heading to...
Clarice Lee Performs in 2026 New Jersey All-State Honor Choir
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Clarice Lee, a seventh-grade student at Memorial Junior School in Whippany, recently performed in the prestigious 2026 New Jersey All-State Honor Choir on May 2 at J.P. Case Middle School.
The New...
Hanover Township Police Responded to More Than 3,000 Calls in April
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — The Hanover Township Police Department released its activity statistics for April 2026, highlighting the department’s continued efforts to keep the community safe through proactive patrols, emergency response, and traffic enforcement.
During April,...
Morristown Man Charged With Drug Offenses Following Medical Call At Red Carpet Inn
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On April 2, 2026, Police Officer Carlos Najera arrested Daren Stickle, 53, of Morristown, for possession of drug paraphernalia and being under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance.
Police Officer Najera...
Lake Hiawatha Man Charged After Allegedly Depositing Stolen Check From Coworker’s Wallet
HANOVER TOWNSHIP -- On April 6, 2026, Hanover Township Police Officer Mamdouh Hassan, arrested Brandon Pedrero, 22, of Lake Hiawatha, for Forgery and Theft by Deception. On February 9, Police Officer Hassan and...
Hanover Township Motel Incident Leads to Two Arrests, Officer Assault Charges Filed
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Two people were arrested following an investigation into suspected drug activity and an alleged assault on a police officer at Red Carpet Inn in Hanover Township. Hanover Township Police said Andrew...
Morris County Residents Turn In 273 Pounds Of Expired Medications
MORRIS COUNTY — Law enforcement agencies across Morris County collected a total of 273 pounds of unused and expired prescription medications during the first National Prescription Drug Take Back Day of 2026, officials announced.
The...
Hanover Opposes Plan to Shift Lead Service Line Replacement Costs to Homeowners
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — The Township of Hanover has issued a strong statement opposing a proposal by the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (SMCMUA) that would place the financial burden of replacing lead and...
Driver Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated on Justin Court in Hanover Township
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On March 14, 2026, Hanover Township Police Officer Mamdouh Hassan arrested Gabrielle Sommers, 23, of Lake Hiawatha, for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Officer Hassan and Officer Manney responded...
Two Arrested at Red Carpet Inn on Drug-Related Charges Following Disturbance
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Two individuals were arrested following a disturbance at the Red Carpet Inn on March 5, 2026, according to Hanover Township Police.
Patrol officers responded to the motel after receiving a report of...
Hanover Township Woman Charged with Criminal Mischief, Drug Offenses Following Motel Incident
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On March 3, 2026, Hanover Township Patrolman Joseph Dambra arrested Yensi Hernandez, 20, of Morristown, on multiple charges following an incident at a local motel.
Officers responded to the Scottish Inn on...
Garfield Man Arrested on Hanover Township Warrant, Lodged in Morris County Jail
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On March 2, 2026, Hanover Township Patrolman Timothy Dalgauer arrested Sebastian Rodriguez-Rodriguez, 31, of Garfield, on an active traffic warrant issued by the Hanover Township Municipal Court.
Rodriguez was initially taken into...
Driver Charged in Hanover Township After Allegedly Providing False Names During Traffic Stop; License...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Sunday, March 1, 2026, Hanover Township Sgt. Richard Camasta arrested Adras Vasquez-Gonzalez, 38, of Morristown, following a motor vehicle stop that led to multiple charges, including hindering apprehension.
Sgt. Camasta was...
Hanover Township Police Report March Activity Statistics
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — The Hanover Township Police Department handled a significant volume of calls and incidents during March 2026, reflecting its ongoing commitment to public safety and community service.
According to the department’s monthly activity...
Hanover Township Police Department Honored by JBWS for Commitment to Domestic Violence Support
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — The Hanover Township Police Department has been recognized by JBWS for its continued commitment to supporting individuals and families affected by domestic violence.
Lieutenant Carpenter and Sergeant Camasta accepted the award on...