Life Saving Award & Two Letters of Commendation

Sussex County Sheriff Michael Strada is saddened to announce the death of retired K9 Roxi, our narcotics detection Canine, who died unexpectedly on Friday February 28, 2025.

Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada Warns the Public of the “Jury Duty Scam”

Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada Congratulates 911 Communications Center Dispatch Supervisor Andrea Wehrenberg on her Retirement

Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce the following hiring within the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce the following promotion within the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office.

Sussex County Sheriff’s Office receives a demonstration on the use of LifeVac in the use of choking emergencies from a local Sussex County family

Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to welcome the following new personnel to the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office

Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada announces the implementation of the Blue Envelope Program with the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office

Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada announces the retirement of K9 Nutmeg

Sheriff Strada announces promotions

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This year marks the 40th Anniversary of the New Jersey Law Enforcement Torch Run

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Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada and Sussex County Communications Director Mark Rozek announce the promotion of Shannon Quinn and Brian Cannon to the position of Supervising Public Safety Telecommunicator

Lake Hopatcong Hit and Run Information Needed

Sussex County Sheriff’s Crimestoppers and the Sparta Township Police Department are Seeking Information Pertaining to Multiple Biased Criminal Mischief Complaints

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Hudson Black Inc. v. Arley Farms

Scott Haggerty, from the Bureau of Law Enforcement, was recently promoted to sergeant.

Sussex County Sheriff’s Office K9 Nutmeg has received a donation of body armor.

He passed away following a courageous battle with cancer.

Do not fall for this latest scam threatening arrest for unpaid debts.

Students from the Marian McKeown Elementary School attended the program.

Wantage and Sussex Borough enter into an agreement with the Sussex County Sheriff’s 9-1-1 Communications Services.

The deputy emergency management coordinator attended FEMA’s National Emergency Management Executive Academy in Emmitsburg, MD.

Join the race against crime on September 14, 2019 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

Join the race against crime on September 14, 2019 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

Sergeant Erich Olsen was honored for his heroic actions.

This brings the total reward to $6,000.

In a letter to U.S. Attorney General William Barr, Sheriff Strada laid out his opposition to Governor Phil Murphy’s sanctuary state scheme.

Recipients were Sergeant John Gray of the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office and New Jersey State Police Trooper Victor Cabrera-Bonilla.

Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce the recent graduation of a new sheriff’s K-9 team.

New officers sworn in, celebrating reading, 8th grade jail tour and active shooter civilian response training.

View the race results.

Join the race against crime on September 15, 2018 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

Sergeant Krista Galante was named the 2018 New Jersey JSMART (Judicial Security Management Response Team) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year.

Three recruits successfully graduated from the Morris County Police Academy.

Members of Cub Scout, Den 5 of the Hampton Pack 96 Troop recently toured the communications facility.

This scam involves a threat of arrest for not appearing for jury duty as summoned.

Two staff members from the Bureau of Law Enforcement were recently promoted.

$5,000.00 has been raised by the SCSO and will be utilized to support cancer prevention, research and education.

Three corrections officers were recently promoted.

Police seek information about diner vandalism.

View the race results.

Lieutenant Boden serves the Bureau of Corrections.

Join the race against crime on September 16, 2017 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds

Four recruits successfully graduated from the Morris County Police Academy.

The SOG broke the last reported record on the truck pull.

The Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, Bureau of Corrections held its first annual awards day on March 30, 2017.

Backup facility provides for completely redundant emergency communications capabilities.

$3,350.00 has been raised by the SCSO and will be utilized to assist cancer patients and fund education about cancer prevention.

Pardon our appearance…

K-9 Blaze had an 8-year career with the sheriff’s office.

View the race results.

This seminar has been cancelled due to lower than usual attendance this year.

Sheriff Strada announces the retirement of the 23-year veteran.

Three staff members from the Bureau of Law Enforcement were recently promoted.

Join the race against crime on September 17, 2016 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

Sheriff Michael F. Strada announces program milestone.

Seven staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted.

David Korver and Andrea Wehrenberg were recently promoted.

Four staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted.

Officers and nurses act quickly to help inmate in cardiac distress.

Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on October 30, 2015.

He graduated from the FBI National Academy Program’s 260th session held in Quantico, Virginia.

A ten dollar fee per physician or dentist visit will be required.

On April 2, 2015 the sheriff’s Facebook page and website are “going blue” to show support for Light It Up Blue on World Autism Awareness Day.

The officers spent 15 weeks at the Passaic County Police Academy.

Arrested: Christopher J. Fiorenza, age 25, of Vernon Township, NJ.

Four new sheriff’s officers have been hired for the Bureau of Law Enforcement.

Arrested: Christopher J. Carey, age 60, of Andover, NJ.

Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on October 3, 2014.

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Join the race against crime on September 6, 2014 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

Arrested: Daniel J. Marks, age 26, of Wantage Township, NJ.

The Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility was found to be 100% compliant with state requirements.

The unit is made up of corrections officers.

Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce the arrival of K-9 Kilo.

Four members of the sheriff’s office were recently recognized for their service.

Amnesty runs from Monday, April 28 through Saturday, May 3, 2014.

Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce a new program being offered to senior citizens in our county.

Five staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted.

John Lindquist was promoted on Friday, March 21, 2014.

Arrested: Emmet Emery Norman, Jr., age 49, of Newton, NJ.

Arrested: Kenneth Wilkins, age 23, of Branchville, Steven Pierce, age 36, formerly of Stillwater Township and Joseph Selobyt, age 45, of Frankford Township, NJ.

The Office of Emergency Management has put out an advisory regarding the impending winter storm.

Arrested: Alfred E. Bremel, age 18, of Wantage, NJ.

Arrested: Cory M. Mendola, age 21, of Hampton Township, NJ.

Arrested: Natasha McCoy, age 31, of Hamburg, NJ.

Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on October 25, 2013.

Arrested: Courtney Leigh Devito, age 20, of Andover Township, NJ

Arrested: Steven Moyet, age 27, of Hamburg, NJ.

Arrested: Kurt A. Takach, age 45, of Montague, NJ.

View the race results.

Arrested: Shawn Guerrero, age 28, of Landing, NJ

Arrested: Angel N. Robles, age 21, of Vernon, NJ

Arrested: Joseph S. Selobyt Jr, age 44, of Branchville, NJ.

Arrested: Jamie L. Zita, age 26, of Dingmans Ferry, PA.

Arrested: David M. Ireland, age 32, of Augusta, NJ.

Arrested: Jonathon Sung Back, age 19, of New City, NY.

Arrested: Quintia Dessau, age 29, formerly of Dorchester, MA.

The sheriff’s office will conduct sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols from August 16 to September 2, 2013.

Arrested: Charity Thompson, age 20 and Kevin J. Curran Jr., age 47, both of Newton, NJ.

Join the race against crime on September 7, 2013 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

The sweep, carried out in most New Jersey counties, tracks down parents with outstanding warrants for failure to pay child support.

Sheriff’s officer arrests couple at Vernon home

Corporal Daniel Storey received the recognition from the Knights of Columbus.

Strada recently attended a dynamic, intensive and challenging five-day program in Virginia.

A total of five parcels will be sold at public sale on May 15, 2013

Four members of the sheriff’s office were recently recognized for their service.

Arrested: Shannon H. Foley, age 22, of Newton and Herbert W. Whitesell III, age 31, of Frankford Township, NJ.

Arrested: Robert Wilson, age 24, of Stanhope, NJ.

Arrested: Michael Moeller, age 50, of Wantage Township, NJ.

Richard Gannon vs Lauren Russell

Arrested: Christina J. Woodruff, age 22, of Franklin Borough, NJ.

Capt. George Kately and Lt. Lawrence Beller receive recognition in new “Courthouse Kudos” program.

Arrested: Michael Bollen, age 23, of Sussex, NJ.

Arrested: Katie D. Herburger and Jessica M. Lemasson, both age 19, both of Newton, NJ.

Richard Gannon vs Lauren Russell

With the cold weather upon us, Fire Marshal Joseph Inga provides timely information about staying safe.

Arrested: David Brunt, age 24, of Byram and Chaine D. Brantley, age 33, of Franklin, NJ.

Arrested: Raymond Babcock, age 41, of Lafayette, NJ.

Arrested: Giuseppe Tedesco, age 27, of Hopatcong, NJ.

Arrested: Jenna A. Agens, age 31, of Newton, NJ.

Arrested: John C. McCurdy, age 35, of Dover, NJ.

Arrested: Gerard J. Pollastro, age 40, of Wantage Township, NJ.

Arrested: Joseph F. Zalewski, age 19, and Mackenzie S. Healy, age 19, both of Newton, NJ.

Arrested: Russell Decker, age 29, of Sussex Borough, NJ.

Three drug arrests result from the efforts of K-9 Atlas.

Arrested: Ryan Tucker, age 32, of Hardyston and Ryan Manca, age 30, of West Caldwell, NJ.

Arrested: George Meyer, age 59, of Franklin, NJ.

Two separate sales are scheduled for December.

Sheriff Strada praises the efforts of those involved in preparing for and assisting in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

The shelter will be open for the duration of Hurricane Sandy as well as after the storm to assist our county residents.

View a list of OEM coordinators for all Sussex County towns.

Arrested: James Sanford, age 38, of Stanhope, NJ and Torey Posey, age 34, of Newton, NJ.

Arrested: Steven I. Nunes, age 34, of Franklin, NJ.

Arrested: Stacy Spencer, age 48, of Newton, NJ.

Strada recently attended one of the nation’s most respected training opportunities available for sheriffs.

Arrested: Alec S. Bloom, age 19, of Andover Township, NJ.

Arrested: Patrick Storey, age 19, of Wantage Township, NJ.

Arrested: Jessica J. Dutzi, age 31, of Stillwater Township, NJ.

Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on September 21, 2012.

Join the race against crime on September 8, 2012 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

Training exercises were successfully carried out at the Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility.

Personnel were recently recognized by Sheriff Strada for exceptional and meritorious service.

A total of twenty-three individuals were arrested over the course of the three-day sweep.

Jeffrey Chandler will attend the statewide Leadership Excellence Direct Results (LEDR) program in August.

The sweep, carried out in most New Jersey counties, tracks down parents with outstanding warrants for failure to pay child support.

Officers took part in the 2012 Police Unity Tour and raised funds for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

Arrested: Casey Barnett, age 20, of Newton, NJ.

Arrested: Cheryl E. Semiz, age 19, of Hopatcong, NJ.

The sheriff addressed a group of over 200 Sussex County seniors at the Older Americans Day celebration.

Sheriff Strada was a guest speaker at the Sparta Woman’s Club luncheon.

Forty-nine students completed the 10-week program taught by sheriff’s officers.

The week-long training program, sponsored by the Department of Justice, was held in Aurora, Colorado.

Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal on April 28, 2012.

The monetary donation was used to purchase equipment for the program.

Arrested: Tonja Stupke, age 47, of Saylorsburg, PA.

Four members of the Bureau of Corrections were recently honored for exceptional and meritorious service.

Four staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted.

Arrested: Edward D. Reilly, age 41, of Wantage Township, NJ.

Byram QuickChek armed robbery solved.

CERT praised for its efforts during the past year’s disasters.

Arrested: Salvatore A. Romano Jr., age 49, of Swartzwood, NJ.

Arrested: Benjamin J. Reid, age 19, of Branchville, NJ.

Get rid of unused/outdated prescription drugs on Saturday, November 12, 2011.

Arrested: Nelson O. Guerrero, age 21, of Selinsgrove, PA.

Arrested: Theresa Lavin, age 27, of Sussex Borough, NJ.

Arrested: David J. Reshke, age 35, of Netcong, NJ and Courtney E. Kieffer, age 23, of Newton, NJ.

Arrested: Christina Talmadge, age 34, of Montague Township, NJ.

Arrested: Brian L. Dippel, age 20, of Sparta Township, NJ.

Arrested: Owen R. Cox, age 24, of Andover Boro, NJ.

Arrested: Joseph C. Baesler, age 33, of Sussex Boro, NJ and Melody Neale, age 26, of Milford, PA.

The sheriff's office's participation in this enforcement effort concluded with five arrests for DWI and another seven arrests for drug offenses.

Arrested: Christopher Kotz, age 30 and Johnathan DeLucchi, age 23, both of Hopatcong, NJ.

The sweep, carried out in all 21 New Jersey counties, tracks down parents with outstanding warrants for failure to pay child support.

Arrested: Brian Rush, age 36, of Montague Township, NJ.

Arrested: Stephen Honthy, age 39, formerly of Hopatcong and Dawn Stewart, age 49, of Fredon Twp., NJ.

Arrested: Marc E. Peterson, age 24, of Frankford Township, NJ.

Correction's Sergeant Will Puentes, a 16-year veteran of the sheriff's office, was recently promoted to lieutenant.

Sheriff's detectives provided assistance to the Pennsylvania State Police in the investigation of a homicide involving a new born infant.

The Sussex County Sheriff's Office web site was relaunched the first week in June 2011 after undergoing a complete makeover.

Arrested: Caitlyn McKenzie, age 25, of Hamburg, NJ.

Sheriff Strada runs down a list of resources available to provide assistance.

Arrested: James S. Fox, age 22, of Branchville, NJ.

Arrested: Jennifer Heinzelman, age 28, of Hamburg, NJ.

Arrested: Michael Maloney, age 34, of Hamburg, NJ.

Arrested: Colin Haurey and Tamarah Johnson, both age 18, both of Wantage, NJ.

Arrested: Alexander Bellino, age 19, of Sparta, NJ.

Arrested: Juvenile, age 17, of Sparta, NJ.

Arrested: Robert J. Slater, age 26, of Ogdensburg, NJ.

Arrested: Alexander M. Urena, age 33, of Andover Boro, NJ.

K-9 team graduates from the Bergen County Police Academy K-9 Patrol class.