< Back Sheriff’s K9 receives donated vest Sussex County Sheriff’s Office K9 Nutmeg has received a donation of body armor. Previous Next Sussex County Sheriff’s Office K9 Nutmeg has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Thi s specific vest was sponsored by William Haas of Bloomingburg, NY and embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Petey and Lucky.” Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a 501c(3) charity located in East Taunton, MA whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. The non-profit was established in 2009 to assist law enforcement agencies with this potentially lifesaving body armor for their four-legged K9 officers. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. over 3,800 U.S. made, custom fitted, NIJ certified protective vests in 50 states, through private and corporate donations, at a value of $6.9 million dollars. The program is open to dogs actively employed in the U.S. with law enforcement or related agencies who are certified and at least 20 months of age. New K9 graduates, as well as K9s with expired vests, are eligible to participate. The donation to provide one protective vest for a law enforcement K9 is $950.00. Each vest has a value between $1,744 - $2,283, and a five-year warranty and an average weight of 4-5 lbs. There is an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts tax-deductible donations of any denomination via its website or mailed to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

< Back Multiple arrests made in probation department Arrested: David Brunt, age 24, of Byram and Chaine D. Brantley, age 33, of Franklin, NJ. Previous Next On Tuesday, January 22, 2013, while assigned to the Sussex County Probation Department, Sheriff’s Officer John Freykar was advised by probation staff that an arrest warrant had been issued for David Brunt. Sheriff’s Officer Freykar located Brunt, placed him under arrest and transported him to the Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility without incident. Also in the probation department, Sheriff’s Officer Joseph Cahill encountered Chaine Brantley. Further investigation revealed the existence of two outstanding municipal court warrants issued for Brantley. Sheriff’s Officer Cahill immediately placed her under arrest and processed her before turning her over to the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Corrections for transport to the Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility. David Brunt remains lodged in the Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility without bail. Chaine Brantley was provided with future dates to appear in Trenton and Pemberton municipal courts and released on her own recognizance.

News Room Feb 1, 2024 Sheriff Strada announces three promotions Read More Sheriff Strada announces promotions Jun 23, 2023 SCSO K9 TEAM GRADUATES NJSP ACADEMY Read More ​ Jun 9, 2023 SCSO Participates in Special Olympics Torch Run Read More This year marks the 40th Anniversary of the New Jersey Law Enforcement Torch Run Jun 7, 2023 Bureau of Law Enforcement Welcomes New Officer Read More ​ Dec 30, 2022 PUBLIC NOTICE The Sussex County Sheriff’s Office is scheduled for an assessment as part of its program to achieve accreditation by verifying that it meets recognized professional best practices. Read More ​ Jul 26, 2022 Promotions to Supervising Public Safety Telecommunicators Read More 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 Jul 20, 2022 Sussex County Sheriff’s Crimestoppers Read More Lake Hopatcong Hit and Run Information Needed May 2, 2022 Sussex County Sheriff’s Crimestoppers Read More Sussex County Sheriff’s Crimestoppers and the Sparta Township Police Department are Seeking Information Pertaining to Multiple Biased Criminal Mischief Complaints Mar 5, 2022 Sussex County Sheriff Mike Strada urges whistleblowers and family members to report senior abuse at nursing homes Read More ​ Nov 13, 2021 Thank You First Responders Read More ​ Jun 21, 2021 Sussex County Sheriff’s Office K9 Nutmeg and Detective Young attend the National Police Bloodhound Association Seminar and receive certification Read More ​ Jun 15, 2021 Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada Commissions the Sussex Technical School’s Graphic Arts Class to Design New Logo for Rescue Vehicle Read More ​ Jun 2, 2021 Sussex County Sheriff’s Office Hires Five New Officers Read More ​ May 18, 2021 Upcoming sheriff’s sale of assets Read More Hudson Black Inc. v. Arley Farms Nov 18, 2020 Sheriff’s Detective Corporal Promoted Read More Scott Haggerty, from the Bureau of Law Enforcement, was recently promoted to sergeant. Apr 23, 2020 Sheriff’s K9 receives donated vest Read More Sussex County Sheriff’s Office K9 Nutmeg has received a donation of body armor. Apr 20, 2020 SCSO joins county in mourning the passing of Undersheriff Tomasula Read More He passed away following a courageous battle with cancer. Jan 17, 2020 Telephone Scam Read More Do not fall for this latest scam threatening arrest for unpaid debts. Jan 8, 2020 Fifth graders graduate from L.E.A.D. Read More Students from the Marian McKeown Elementary School attended the program. Jan 2, 2020 Two more towns sign on for dispatching services Read More Wantage and Sussex Borough enter into an agreement with the Sussex County Sheriff’s 9-1-1 Communications Services. Nov 6, 2019 Corporal Mark Vogel graduates FEMA Executive Academy Read More The deputy emergency management coordinator attended FEMA’s National Emergency Management Executive Academy in Emmitsburg, MD. Sep 14, 2019 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K race results Read More Join the race against crime on September 14, 2019 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Aug 21, 2019 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K Run to be held September 14 Read More Join the race against crime on September 14, 2019 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Aug 2, 2019 Sheriff’s officer receives the Meritorious Service Award Read More Sergeant Erich Olsen was honored for his heroic actions. Jul 11, 2019 Additional award announced by Sheriff Strada for safe return of missing Seeing Eye dog Read More This brings the total reward to $6,000. May 24, 2019 Sheriff Strada seeks guidance from attorney general on Gov. Murphy’s sanctuary state scheme Read More In a letter to U.S. Attorney General William Barr, Sheriff Strada laid out his opposition to Governor Phil Murphy’s sanctuary state scheme. May 20, 2019 Sheriff presents life saving award to sheriff’s officer and state trooper Read More Recipients were Sergeant John Gray of the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office and New Jersey State Police Trooper Victor Cabrera-Bonilla. Apr 1, 2019 New sheriff’s K-9 team graduates training academy Read More Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce the recent graduation of a new sheriff’s K-9 team. Mar 25, 2019 Recent Happenings Read More New officers sworn in, celebrating reading, 8th grade jail tour and active shooter civilian response training. Sep 15, 2018 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K race results Read More View the race results. Aug 14, 2018 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K Run to be held September 15 Read More Join the race against crime on September 15, 2018 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Aug 7, 2018 Sergeant named Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Read More Sergeant Krista Galante was named the 2018 New Jersey JSMART (Judicial Security Management Response Team) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Jul 2, 2018 Bureau of Law Enforcement welcomes three new officers Read More Three recruits successfully graduated from the Morris County Police Academy. Apr 10, 2018 Cub Scouts tour 911 Communications Center Read More Members of Cub Scout, Den 5 of the Hampton Pack 96 Troop recently toured the communications facility. Jan 22, 2018 Sheriff’s Office warns of jury duty telephone scam Read More This scam involves a threat of arrest for not appearing for jury duty as summoned. Jan 18, 2018 Bureau of Law Enforcement promotes two officers Read More Two staff members from the Bureau of Law Enforcement were recently promoted. Dec 6, 2017 SCSO raises $5,000 during No-Shave November Read More $5,000.00 has been raised by the SCSO and will be utilized to support cancer prevention, research and education. Oct 25, 2017 Bureau of Corrections promotes three officers Read More Three corrections officers were recently promoted. Oct 12, 2017 Crime Stoppers offers $6,000 reward Read More Police seek information about diner vandalism. Sep 16, 2017 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K race results Read More View the race results. Aug 23, 2017 Sergeant Andrew Boden promoted to the rank of lieutenant Read More Lieutenant Boden serves the Bureau of Corrections. Jun 30, 2017 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K Run to be held September 16 Read More Join the race against crime on September 16, 2017 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds May 10, 2017 Bureau of Corrections recent academy graduates Read More Four recruits successfully graduated from the Morris County Police Academy. May 1, 2017 Special Operations Group participates in truck pull Read More The SOG broke the last reported record on the truck pull. Apr 3, 2017 2017 Bureau of Corrections awards day Read More The Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, Bureau of Corrections held its first annual awards day on March 30, 2017. Feb 16, 2017 Public safety telecommunicators exercise the “hot site” Read More Backup facility provides for completely redundant emergency communications capabilities. Dec 7, 2016 SCSO raises over $3,000 during No-Shave November Read More $3,350.00 has been raised by the SCSO and will be utilized to assist cancer patients and fund education about cancer prevention. Nov 2, 2016 SCSO participates in No-Shave November Read More Pardon our appearance… Oct 12, 2016 SCSO mourns the passing of search & rescue K-9 Read More K-9 Blaze had an 8-year career with the sheriff’s office. Sep 17, 2016 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K race results Read More View the race results. Sep 9, 2016 TRIAD law enforcement seminar to be held in October Read More This seminar has been cancelled due to lower than usual attendance this year. Sep 7, 2016 Sergeant Paul Reiher retires from Bureau of Corrections Read More Sheriff Strada announces the retirement of the 23-year veteran. Sep 7, 2016 New promotions within the Bureau of Law Enforcement Read More Three staff members from the Bureau of Law Enforcement were recently promoted. Sep 2, 2016 Crime Stoppers 5K/12K Run to be held September 17 Read More Join the race against crime on September 17, 2016 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Aug 3, 2016 Sussex County TRIAD distributes 1,000th wristband Read More Sheriff Michael F. Strada announces program milestone. Jul 1, 2016 Sheriff Strada announces Bureau of Corrections promotions Read More Seven staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted. May 18, 2016 Two promoted at Sussex County 911 Communication Center Read More David Korver and Andrea Wehrenberg were recently promoted. Dec 21, 2015 Sheriff Strada announces promotions Read More Four staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted. Dec 12, 2015 Corrections personnel honored for saving inmate’s life Read More Officers and nurses act quickly to help inmate in cardiac distress. Oct 7, 2015 TRIAD law enforcement seminar to be held in October Read More Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on October 30, 2015. Jul 4, 2015 Sheriff Strada graduates FBI program Read More He graduated from the FBI National Academy Program’s 260th session held in Quantico, Virginia. May 1, 2015 Medical co-pay policy implemented for inmates Read More A ten dollar fee per physician or dentist visit will be required. Apr 2, 2015 Sheriff’s office participates in World Autism Awareness Day Read More 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. Feb 13, 2015 Three sheriff’s corrections officers graduate academy with honors Read More The officers spent 15 weeks at the Passaic County Police Academy. Jan 23, 2015 Vernon man arrested attempting to defraud drug test Read More Arrested: Christopher J. Fiorenza, age 25, of Vernon Township, NJ. Nov 21, 2014 Sheriff Strada hires four new sheriff’s officers Read More Four new sheriff’s officers have been hired for the Bureau of Law Enforcement. Oct 20, 2014 Sheriff's officers arrest Andover man for DWI Read More Arrested: Christopher J. Carey, age 60, of Andover, NJ. Sep 11, 2014 TRIAD law enforcement seminar to be held in October Read More Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on October 3, 2014. Sep 6, 2014 Crime Stoppers 5K/10K Race Results Read More View the race results. Aug 22, 2014 Crime Stoppers 5K/10K Run to be held September 6 Read More Join the race against crime on September 6, 2014 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Jul 24, 2014 Sheriff's detectives, looking for fugitive, find drugs instead Read More Arrested: Daniel J. Marks, age 26, of Wantage Township, NJ. Jun 30, 2014 Jail facility gets seal of approval following inspection Read More The Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility was found to be 100% compliant with state requirements. Jun 13, 2014 New honor guard formed Read More The unit is made up of corrections officers. May 1, 2014 Drug money used to purchase new sheriff’s K-9 Read More Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce the arrival of K-9 Kilo. May 1, 2014 Sheriff Strada presents awards to officers Read More Four members of the sheriff’s office were recently recognized for their service. Apr 23, 2014 SCSO to participate in Child Support Amnesty Week Read More Amnesty runs from Monday, April 28 through Saturday, May 3, 2014. Apr 10, 2014 New TRIAD senior wristband program debuts Read More Sheriff Michael F. Strada is pleased to announce a new program being offered to senior citizens in our county. Mar 28, 2014 Sheriff Strada announces promotions Read More Five staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted. Mar 24, 2014 Sheriff’s detective promoted to sergeant Read More John Lindquist was promoted on Friday, March 21, 2014. Mar 12, 2014 Newton man arrested for bringing marijuana with him to court Read More Arrested: Emmet Emery Norman, Jr., age 49, of Newton, NJ. Mar 11, 2014 Narcotics distributor arrested in Frankford Township Read More Arrested: Kenneth Wilkins, age 23, of Branchville, Steven Pierce, age 36, formerly of Stillwater Township and Joseph Selobyt, age 45, of Frankford Township, NJ. Jan 2, 2014 About the impending winter storm from OEM Read More The Office of Emergency Management has put out an advisory regarding the impending winter storm. Jan 2, 2014 Motor vehicle stop in Frankford results in passenger’s arrest for drugs Read More Arrested: Alfred E. Bremel, age 18, of Wantage, NJ. Jan 2, 2014 Hampton Township man arrested in Fredon for possession of marijuana Read More Arrested: Cory M. Mendola, age 21, of Hampton Township, NJ. Sep 24, 2013 Woman arrested in Newton on Paterson warrants Read More Arrested: Natasha McCoy, age 31, of Hamburg, NJ. Sep 24, 2013 TRIAD law enforcement seminar to be held in October Read More Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on October 25, 2013. Sep 23, 2013 Andover Township probationer arrested Read More Arrested: Courtney Leigh Devito, age 20, of Andover Township, NJ Sep 22, 2013 USMC deserter arrested at courthouse Read More Arrested: Steven Moyet, age 27, of Hamburg, NJ. Sep 13, 2013 DWI arrest in Wantage Read More Arrested: Kurt A. Takach, age 45, of Montague, NJ. Sep 10, 2013 Crime Stoppers 5K/10K Race Results Read More View the race results. Sep 9, 2013 Man arrested at courthouse in Newton Read More Arrested: Shawn Guerrero, age 28, of Landing, NJ Sep 9, 2013 Probationer arrested by sheriff’s officer Read More Arrested: Angel N. Robles, age 21, of Vernon, NJ Sep 9, 2013 Drunk driver leaves scene of accident, breaks down Read More Arrested: Joseph S. Selobyt Jr, age 44, of Branchville, NJ. Sep 9, 2013 Dingmans Ferry woman arrested for DWI in Frankford Township Read More Arrested: Jamie L. Zita, age 26, of Dingmans Ferry, PA. Sep 9, 2013 Driver using cell phone leads to DWI arrest Read More Arrested: David M. Ireland, age 32, of Augusta, NJ. Aug 19, 2013 NY man arrested in Sparta for DWI Read More Arrested: Jonathon Sung Back, age 19, of New City, NY. Aug 18, 2013 Sheriff’s officers arrest woman at state fair Read More Arrested: Quintia Dessau, age 29, formerly of Dorchester, MA. Aug 13, 2013 Crackdown on drunk drivers to begin Read More The sheriff’s office will conduct sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols from August 16 to September 2, 2013. Aug 1, 2013 Sheriff’s detective and officer arrest two in Newton Read More Arrested: Charity Thompson, age 20 and Kevin J. Curran Jr., age 47, both of Newton, NJ. Jul 19, 2013 Crime Stoppers 5K/10K Run to be held September 7 Read More Join the race against crime on September 7, 2013 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Jul 2, 2013 Sheriff’s office arrests 31 in statewide nonsupport sweep Read More The sweep, carried out in most New Jersey counties, tracks down parents with outstanding warrants for failure to pay child support. Jun 28, 2013 Sheriff’s officer arrests couple at Vernon home Read More Sheriff’s officer arrests couple at Vernon home Jun 5, 2013 Local organization names sheriff’s corporal “Officer of the Year” Read More Corporal Daniel Storey received the recognition from the Knights of Columbus. May 6, 2013 Sheriff Strada attends FBI leadership training Read More Strada recently attended a dynamic, intensive and challenging five-day program in Virginia. May 1, 2013 Upcoming foreclosure involving multiple parcels Read More A total of five parcels will be sold at public sale on May 15, 2013 Apr 26, 2013 Sheriff Strada presents awards to officers Read More Four members of the sheriff’s office were recently recognized for their service. Apr 8, 2013 Drug paraphernalia discovered on prisoner during transport Read More Arrested: Shannon H. Foley, age 22, of Newton and Herbert W. Whitesell III, age 31, of Frankford Township, NJ. Mar 22, 2013 Stanhope man arrested in probation department Read More Arrested: Robert Wilson, age 24, of Stanhope, NJ. Mar 18, 2013 Sheriff’s detectives arrest wantage man Read More Arrested: Michael Moeller, age 50, of Wantage Township, NJ. Mar 13, 2013 Upcoming sheriff’s sale of assets Read More Richard Gannon vs Lauren Russell Mar 4, 2013 Woman arrested with marijuana in Woodbourne Park Read More Arrested: Christina J. Woodruff, age 22, of Franklin Borough, NJ. Mar 4, 2013 Sheriff's personnel honored by New Jersey Judiciary Read More Capt. George Kately and Lt. Lawrence Beller receive recognition in new “Courthouse Kudos” program. Feb 25, 2013 Man arrested in probation department Read More Arrested: Michael Bollen, age 23, of Sussex, NJ. Feb 5, 2013 Newton teenagers arrested for DWI Read More Arrested: Katie D. Herburger and Jessica M. Lemasson, both age 19, both of Newton, NJ. Jan 30, 2013 Upcoming sheriff's sale of assets Read More Richard Gannon vs Lauren Russell Jan 26, 2013 Winter fire safety Read More With the cold weather upon us, Fire Marshal Joseph Inga provides timely information about staying safe. Jan 24, 2013 Multiple arrests made in probation department Read More Arrested: David Brunt, age 24, of Byram and Chaine D. Brantley, age 33, of Franklin, NJ. Jan 15, 2013 Sheriff's detectives apprehend fugitive in Lafayette Read More Arrested: Raymond Babcock, age 41, of Lafayette, NJ. Jan 14, 2013 Convicted murderer faces new charges Read More Arrested: Giuseppe Tedesco, age 27, of Hopatcong, NJ. Dec 26, 2012 Traffic stop leads to warrant arrest Read More Arrested: Jenna A. Agens, age 31, of Newton, NJ. Dec 26, 2012 Sheriff's officer arrests man at courthouse Read More Arrested: John C. McCurdy, age 35, of Dover, NJ. Dec 26, 2012 Sheriff's officers arrest Wantage man for DWI Read More Arrested: Gerard J. Pollastro, age 40, of Wantage Township, NJ. Dec 26, 2012 Disabled motor vehicle leads to drug arrest Read More Arrested: Joseph F. Zalewski, age 19, and Mackenzie S. Healy, age 19, both of Newton, NJ. Dec 12, 2012 Fugitive jumps out window to evade arrest, captured anyway Read More Arrested: Russell Decker, age 29, of Sussex Borough, NJ. Dec 12, 2012 Sheriff's K-9 assists Hopatcong police at DWI checkpoint Read More Three drug arrests result from the efforts of K-9 Atlas. Dec 11, 2012 Sheriff's officers arrest two on outstanding warrants Read More Arrested: Ryan Tucker, age 32, of Hardyston and Ryan Manca, age 30, of West Caldwell, NJ. Dec 4, 2012 Sheriff&'s officers arrest Franklin man at home Read More Arrested: George Meyer, age 59, of Franklin, NJ. Nov 28, 2012 Upcoming sheriff's sales of assets Read More Two separate sales are scheduled for December. Nov 14, 2012 Sheriff's office challenged by weather Read More Sheriff Strada praises the efforts of those involved in preparing for and assisting in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Oct 28, 2012 County shelter to open Read More The shelter will be open for the duration of Hurricane Sandy as well as after the storm to assist our county residents. Oct 26, 2012 Hurricane Sandy and municipal OEM coordinators Read More View a list of OEM coordinators for all Sussex County towns. Oct 26, 2012 Two warrant arrests in the probation department Read More Arrested: James Sanford, age 38, of Stanhope, NJ and Torey Posey, age 34, of Newton, NJ. Oct 25, 2012 Probationer arrested after attempting to defraud drug test Read More Arrested: Steven I. Nunes, age 34, of Franklin, NJ. Oct 25, 2012 Warrant arrest in Newton Read More Arrested: Stacy Spencer, age 48, of Newton, NJ. Oct 5, 2012 Sheriff Strada graduates leadership program Read More Strada recently attended one of the nation’s most respected training opportunities available for sheriffs. Sep 20, 2012 Andover Township man arrested at DMV Read More Arrested: Alec S. Bloom, age 19, of Andover Township, NJ. Sep 6, 2012 Teenager arrested for DWI in Wantage Township Read More Arrested: Patrick Storey, age 19, of Wantage Township, NJ. Sep 5, 2012 Stillwater Township woman arrested for DWI Read More Arrested: Jessica J. Dutzi, age 31, of Stillwater Township, NJ. Aug 3, 2012 TRIAD law enforcement seminar to be held in September Read More Seniors are invited to attend this free event in Branchville on September 21, 2012. Jul 26, 2012 Crime Stoppers 5K/10K Run to be held September 8 Read More Join the race against crime on September 8, 2012 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Jul 5, 2012 Sussex County Jail personnel perform evacuation drills Read More Training exercises were successfully carried out at the Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility. Jun 22, 2012 Sheriff honors officers at awards ceremony Read More Personnel were recently recognized by Sheriff Strada for exceptional and meritorious service. Jun 13, 2012 Statewide nonsupport sweep final tally Read More A total of twenty-three individuals were arrested over the course of the three-day sweep. Jun 13, 2012 Sheriff nominates Newton youth for leadership program Read More Jeffrey Chandler will attend the statewide Leadership Excellence Direct Results (LEDR) program in August. Jun 5, 2012 Sheriff's office participates in statewide nonsupport sweep Read More The sweep, carried out in most New Jersey counties, tracks down parents with outstanding warrants for failure to pay child support. May 25, 2012 Corrections officers ride to Washington Read More Officers took part in the 2012 Police Unity Tour and raised funds for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. May 25, 2012 Sheriff’s officers arrest woman in Newton Read More Arrested: Casey Barnett, age 20, of Newton, NJ. May 25, 2012 Hopatcong woman arrested for faking urine test Read More Arrested: Cheryl E. Semiz, age 19, of Hopatcong, NJ. May 15, 2012 Sheriff Strada attends annual senior event Read More The sheriff addressed a group of over 200 Sussex County seniors at the Older Americans Day celebration. May 8, 2012 Sparta Woman’s Club hosts Sheriff Strada Read More Sheriff Strada was a guest speaker at the Sparta Woman’s Club luncheon. Apr 26, 2012 Fredon Township School D.A.R.E. Graduation Read More Forty-nine students completed the 10-week program taught by sheriff’s officers. Apr 20, 2012 Sheriff Strada attends national jail administration program Read More The week-long training program, sponsored by the Department of Justice, was held in Aurora, Colorado. Apr 16, 2012 Sheriff's office to participate in countywide drug disposal Read More Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal on April 28, 2012. Apr 12, 2012 Project Lifesaver receives donation from Division of Senior Services Read More The monetary donation was used to purchase equipment for the program. Mar 16, 2012 PA woman arrested for DWI in Frankford Township Read More Arrested: Tonja Stupke, age 47, of Saylorsburg, PA. Mar 5, 2012 Four honored for service Read More Four members of the Bureau of Corrections were recently honored for exceptional and meritorious service. Feb 28, 2012 Sheriff Strada announces promotions Read More Four staff members from the Bureau of Corrections were recently promoted. Feb 23, 2012 Outstanding warrant leads to drug arrest in Sussex Borough Read More Arrested: Edward D. Reilly, age 41, of Wantage Township, NJ. Feb 6, 2012 Tip leads to arrests in Crime Stoppers case Read More Byram QuickChek armed robbery solved. Dec 21, 2011 Sheriff honors CERT members at holiday gathering Read More CERT praised for its efforts during the past year’s disasters. Dec 19, 2011 Suspended driver arrested for possession of CDS Read More Arrested: Salvatore A. Romano Jr., age 49, of Swartzwood, NJ. Dec 10, 2011 Traffic stop results in assorted drug charges Read More Arrested: Benjamin J. Reid, age 19, of Branchville, NJ. Nov 10, 2011 Sussex County Prescription Drug Disposal Day Read More Get rid of unused/outdated prescription drugs on Saturday, November 12, 2011. Oct 26, 2011 Pennsylvania man arrested at MVC Read More Arrested: Nelson O. Guerrero, age 21, of Selinsgrove, PA. Oct 14, 2011 Woman arrested for attempting to fake drug test Read More Arrested: Theresa Lavin, age 27, of Sussex Borough, NJ. Oct 13, 2011 Couple arrested at MVC for outstanding warrants Read More Arrested: David J. Reshke, age 35, of Netcong, NJ and Courtney E. Kieffer, age 23, of Newton, NJ. Oct 12, 2011 Woman arrested after driving to MVC with suspended license Read More Arrested: Christina Talmadge, age 34, of Montague Township, NJ. Oct 7, 2011 Man arrested at courthouse for attempting to fake drug test Read More Arrested: Brian L. Dippel, age 20, of Sparta Township, NJ. Oct 6, 2011 Whoops...burglary suspect leaves driver's license behind Read More Arrested: Owen R. Cox, age 24, of Andover Boro, NJ. Oct 5, 2011 Couple arrested for outstanding warrants at probation department Read More Arrested: Joseph C. Baesler, age 33, of Sussex Boro, NJ and Melody Neale, age 26, of Milford, PA. Sep 9, 2011 Sheriff's office participates in statewide DWI enforcement grant Read More The sheriff's office's participation in this enforcement effort concluded with five arrests for DWI and another seven arrests for drug offenses. Sep 6, 2011 Sheriff's K-9 search results in seizure of heroin brick Read More Arrested: Christopher Kotz, age 30 and Johnathan DeLucchi, age 23, both of Hopatcong, NJ. Jul 19, 2011 Sheriff's office participates in statewide nonsupport sweep Read More The sweep, carried out in all 21 New Jersey counties, tracks down parents with outstanding warrants for failure to pay child support. Jul 8, 2011 Warrant arrest occurs at Montague residence Read More Arrested: Brian Rush, age 36, of Montague Township, NJ. Jul 8, 2011 Fredon Township woman arrested after harboring fugitive Read More Arrested: Stephen Honthy, age 39, formerly of Hopatcong and Dawn Stewart, age 49, of Fredon Twp., NJ. Jul 6, 2011 Frankford Township man arrested for driving while intoxicated Read More Arrested: Marc E. Peterson, age 24, of Frankford Township, NJ. Jul 6, 2011 Corrections sergeant promoted to lieutenant Read More Correction's Sergeant Will Puentes, a 16-year veteran of the sheriff's office, was recently promoted to lieutenant. Jun 15, 2011 Sheriff's detectives assist PA authorities in homicide investigation Read More Sheriff's detectives provided assistance to the Pennsylvania State Police in the investigation of a homicide involving a new born infant. Jun 3, 2011 Sheriff's new web site makes its debut Read More The Sussex County Sheriff's Office web site was relaunched the first week in June 2011 after undergoing a complete makeover. Jun 2, 2011 Subject of active warrant arrested at county office Read More Arrested: Caitlyn McKenzie, age 25, of Hamburg, NJ. May 23, 2011 Resources for homeowners facing foreclosure Read More Sheriff Strada runs down a list of resources available to provide assistance. May 18, 2011 Frankford Township motor vehicle stop results in weapon arrest Read More Arrested: James S. Fox, age 22, of Branchville, NJ. Apr 28, 2011 Disorderly conduct at county office results in arrest Read More Arrested: Jennifer Heinzelman, age 28, of Hamburg, NJ. Apr 21, 2011 Man arrested at the Newton MVC for multiple warrants Read More Arrested: Michael Maloney, age 34, of Hamburg, NJ. Apr 19, 2011 Motor vehicle stop leads to two drug arrests in Wantage Read More Arrested: Colin Haurey and Tamarah Johnson, both age 18, both of Wantage, NJ. Apr 7, 2011 Sheriff's detectives arrest man at motel in Sussex Borough Read More Arrested: Alexander Bellino, age 19, of Sparta, NJ. Apr 4, 2011 Juvenile arrested for possession of LSD in courthouse Read More Arrested: Juvenile, age 17, of Sparta, NJ. Mar 21, 2011 Man arrested at courthouse after attempting to fake drug test Read More Arrested: Robert J. Slater, age 26, of Ogdensburg, NJ. Mar 8, 2011 Arrest at Newton MVC for outstanding municipal warrants Read More Arrested: Alexander M. Urena, age 33, of Andover Boro, NJ. Feb 1, 2011 K-9 team graduates training academy Read More K-9 team graduates from the Bergen County Police Academy K-9 Patrol class.

< Back Andover Township man arrested at DMV Arrested: Alec S. Bloom, age 19, of Andover Township, NJ. Previous Next At approximately 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 7, 2012, while assigned to the Motor Vehicle Commission in Newton, Sheriff’s Officer Scott Haggerty observed Alec S. Bloom. Believing Bloom to be the subject of an outstanding arrest warrant, Sheriff’s Officer Haggerty began to question him. While they were speaking, Sheriff’s Officer John Swords arrived to assist. Further investigation revealed the existence of three separate municipal court warrants for Bloom’s arrest originating from Hopatcong and Roxbury. Officer Swords immediately took Bloom into custody and transported him to the Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility where he was lodged in lieu of $2,750 bail.

Inmate Visitation/Information Inmate Locator The inmate locator is a database that contains information about each inmate currently being housed in the Morris County Correctional Facility on Sussex County charges. ​ The Bureau of Corrections updates this information continuously, however, because it can change quickly, the information provided via the locator may not reflect the true status of an inmate. ​ Proceed to the inmate locator ​ Inmate Visitation To inquire about inmate visitation at the Morris County Correctional Facility, please contact the Morris County Correctional Facility at 973-631-5174, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. For all other times including holidays, call 973-631-5416. ​ You may visit the Morris County Correctional Facility website at: ​ morriscountynj.gov/Departments/Jail ​

< Back Suspended driver arrested for possession of CDS Arrested: Salvatore A. Romano Jr., age 49, of Swartzwood, NJ. Previous Next On Saturday, December 17, 2011, while conducting DWI enforcement in Fredon Township, Sheriff’s Sergeant John Gray initiated a motor vehicle stop on a car being driven by Salvatore Romano. Further investigation by Sergeant Gray revealed Romano to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine, a digital scale and other drug paraphernalia. Romano was taken into custody and transported to the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office where he was processed and charged with the following offenses: possession of a controlled dangerous substance, a crime of the third degree and possession of drug paraphernalia, a disorderly persons offense. Additionally, Romano was issued summonses for driving while suspended, possession of CDS in a motor vehicle and maintenance of lamps. He was given a future court date and released. Sheriff’s Officer Kieran McMorrow from the K-9 Unit assisted in the investigation.

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< Back Driver using cell phone leads to DWI arrest Arrested: David M. Ireland, age 32, of Augusta, NJ. Previous Next On Thursday, September 5, 2013, while assigned to patrol duties within the borough of Branchville, Sheriff’s Officer John Swords observed David Ireland talking on a cell phone while driving through Branchville. Officer Swords initiated a motor vehicle stop and interviewed Mr. Ireland. Upon further investigation, Officer Swords determined Ireland was intoxicated. Officer Swords arrested Ireland and transported him to the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office for processing. Ireland was charged with the following offenses: driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, operating a motor vehicle while using a portable electronic device and possession of an open container/alcoholic beverage in a motor vehicle. He was given a future court date to appear in Branchville Borough Municipal Court and released to the care of a responsible party. Sheriff’s Officer Samantha Schilling and Sergeant John Gray assisted in the arrest.

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< Back County shelter to open The shelter will be open for the duration of Hurricane Sandy as well as after the storm to assist our county residents. Previous Next Sussex County Emergency Management Coordinator Sheriff Michael Strada and Sussex County Administrator John Eskilson have announced that the Sussex County Vo-Tech School will be open for any Sussex County resident with sheltering needs. The Vo-Tech school is located on Rt. 94 in Sparta Township and will be opening tonight, October 28, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Individuals utilizing the shelter are encouraged to bring their own toiletries, medications, blankets and snacks for themselves. We will have meals to provide individuals. The shelter will be domestic animal friendly, however, you will need to bring your own food for your pet and make sure your animals are leashed or in a crate. The shelter will be open for the duration of the storm as well as after the storm to assist our county residents. The shelter will be in operation 24-hours a day staffed by the American Red Cross, the Sussex County CERT team and the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office. Please be safe and be careful.

Communications Center Director: Mark Rozek ​ The Sussex County Sheriff’s Communications Center came online in 1990 as a two dispatch position center and has evolved over the years to become a ten dispatch position, capable of serving as a single point Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) for all of Sussex County. ​ Now located on county-owned property in Frankford Township, the facility answered its first 9-1-1 call on December 16, 2014 at 2:24 p.m. reporting a residential smoke condition in Hampton Township. ​ The communications center provides regular dispatch services for the sheriff’s office and serves as a PSAP for enhanced 911 calls. The center currently serves thirteen local municipalities with 911 answering/emergency dispatch service: ​ Branchville Borough Byram Township Frankford Township Fredon Township Green Township Hampton Township Lafayette Township Montague Township Sandyston Township Stillwater Township Sussex Borough Walpack Township Wantage Township ​ HISTORY OF THE COMMUNICATIONS CENTER The Sussex County Sheriff’s Communications Center came online in 1990 to facilitate coordination of the various duties and responsibilities of sheriff’s personnel and to improve measures to ensure the safety of its members. The two dispatch position center supported the sheriff’s officers in carrying out their official tasks daily and during the evening hours. Some of those measures included establishing regular radio communications between: sheriff’s officers and corrections personnel moving inmates to and from court appearances sheriff’s officers in the field serving various civil processes sheriff’s officers in the field serving domestic violence restraining orders and carrying out court ordered evictions sheriff’s personnel and other agencies delivering mutual aid assistance when requested In 1995, the communications center began to staff and run the operation continuously, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. The new operation consolidated the sheriff’s dispatch and public works dispatch operations as an effort to more efficiently manage the responsibilities involving emergencies supported by county based services. It also relieved the county corrections facility, the only 24-hour manned operation, from duties outside the scope of normal corrections responsibilities. The center was staffed with 5 dispatchers per day (2 day shift, 2 afternoon, 1 midnight) and those additional tasks included but not were not limited to: Sussex County Prosecutor’s Office Sussex County Fire Marshal Sussex County HazMat Team Sussex County Medical Examiner’s Office Sussex County Department of Public Works Sussex County Facilities Management Sussex County Health Department Sussex County Office of Emergency Management With the new millennium upon us, the state of New Jersey continued to encourage the consolidation of Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) in the interests of efficiency and economy. There were also technology changes being introduced. The Next Generation 911 (NG9-1-1) was announced as the replacement to the current Enhanced 9-1-1 system and discussions were held relating to the financial impacts to the PSAPs. Consolidation studies funded by the state by RCC Consultants (2000) and the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development/Bloustein School/Rutgers (2006) both concluded with recommendations to consolidate PSAPs for the purpose of improved service and economy. [New Jersey 911 Consolidation Study, October 2006] In April 2006 the Sussex County Board of Chosen Freeholders awarded a contract to RCC Associates to conduct a PSAP consolidation feasibility study for Sussex County. The study focused on analyzing the benefits of consolidating the six PSAPs in Sussex County into one or more countywide PSAPs. RCC delivered its findings and recommendations in a report to the freeholder board in June 2007 recommending consolidation to a single PSAP. In January 2008, the freeholders established the Sussex County 9-1-1 Telecommunications Working Group (TWG) to further the conclusions drawn from the RCC study and to gauge the public interest and support in consolidating the PSAPs into one center. [2008 freeholder resolution establishing TWG] In August 2008 the county received a grant through the New Jersey Office of Emergency Telecommunications Services in the amount of $220,000.00 for the “PSAP Consolidation to Regionalization Project.” [Sussex County 2008 news article] Using that grant, the freeholders commissioned Kimball & Associates in February 2009 to expand upon the previous consolidation studies and recommendations, and develop guidance and support for the planning and implementation of a countywide consolidated PSAP. The planning guide for PSAP consolidation was delivered to the county freeholder board in February 2010. [Kimball & Associates Consolidation Planning Guide] In a report by the TWG, a motion was made and unanimously carried that “The Sussex County Telecommunications Working Group recommends to the Sussex County Board of Chosen Freeholders the findings of the report of L. Robert Kimball and Associates dated February 2010 and specifically recommends the consolidation of the six current public safety answering points into one county-administered and operated central 9-1-1 center in all respects.” [2010 TWG recommendation] In 2012, the sheriff and the freeholders broke ground on the construction of a ten position stand-alone communications center on county owned property in Frankford Township. The project sought to consolidate an ongoing sheriff’s capital project plan to refurbish the existing 20-year old sheriff’s dispatch center with the TWG recommendations, local emergency service interests and resolution support by officials from local municipalities to consolidate local emergency dispatch services. [Sandyston Township solution] This dispatch center was purposely designed to continue supporting the regular duties and responsibilities of the sheriff’s office. It would also be capable of answering emergency 911 calls and dispatching emergency services for the entire county. [County fire chiefs association letter] FACILITIES The Sussex County Sheriff’s Communications Center was designed and constructed to be able to serve as a single point Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) serving all of Sussex County. The center was built as an addition to the existing emergency operating center in Frankford Township to be in compliance with federal and state construction standards, which include minimizing the potential for threats from natural or human sources. The center is located on a secured site and is continuously monitored through alarms systems and video surveillance. Ten 911 console positions are located on the main communications floor. Positions are staffed to meet the demands of the services that are requested, but a minimum of 2 public safety telecommunicators (PST) are staffed continuously. All data, radio, telephone and other electronic systems are supported by a number of robust redundancy measures to ensure the services can continued to be provided when normal service resources are interrupted. By original design, the communications center is supported by a backup facility, often referred to as a “hot site.” The backup site serves as a redundant communications site to the center located in Frankford Township. Real time synchronization between the two sites is used to completely mirror the environment of the main communications site in Frankford using wide area network links and specialized software. In the event of a disruption to the main Frankford site, personnel can relocate to this hot site and resume operations with minimal downtime. In lessons learned from 9/11, this hot site provides for complete redundant emergency communications capabilities from a geographically different location. The communications center provides reliable professional services, supported by a robust communications plan that provides the following capabilities: Facility designed and constructed to be earthquake and hurricane proof (NENA standard). Adjacent to fully functioning emergency operations center with 14 fully functional emergency services activation positions. Two redundant emergency building power generators, each using a different fuel source—diesel and natural gas. In addition to generator support, UPS battery backup on all critical electronic components. 911 communications center designed and built with ten individual dispatch positions, able to accommodate the entire county 911 call taking and dispatching needs. “Hot” backup remote center at sheriff’s office with three individual dispatch positions that mirror those at the main 911 communication site. Equipped with eight 911 trunks directed between the main 911 communications site and the hot backup site, effectively eliminating a single point of failure. 911 systems supported by three geo-diverse servers—two at the main 911 center in the event one server fails and the third located at the sheriff’s office hot backup site in the event the main 911 communications center experiences a total 911 server failure. Microwave link from sheriff’s office hot backup site to the main 911 communications center to ensure clear communication between the two sites, supported with a robust backup Ethernet fiber connection. Back up battery system and emergency generators at all microwave sights for power outages. Use of eight tower sites throughout the county with numerous backup features with each frequency utilized. Back up UHF/VHF radio in the event of a primary radio failure. Redundant network switches to insure continued data connectivity in the event a failure. Access/use of countywide GIS data for most accurate location and efficient dispatch of calls. Real time monitoring of critical data services to allow for and provide immediate remediation. Real time monitoring of environmental conditions in server and radio rooms to allow for and provide immediate remediation. Redundant HVAC systems in server rooms to insure appropriate environmental conditions for electronics. Currently serving 13 municipal clients as a 911 Public Safety Answering and Dispatch Point. Provides emergency medical dispatch protocols to callers. Provides Text to 9-1-1 service. Provides AVL tracking for sheriff and both paid and volunteer fire and EMS organizations. Robust computer automated dispatch system with mapping to pinpoint specific locations of emergencies to aid in response by emergency first responders. CAD system is fully replicated to a disaster recovery server every 2 hours. Network time synchronization from a satellite to insure accurate time stamping across all resources. EMAG service, which gives our paging function used by local emergency service personnel priority access to the Verizon texting network. Robust records management system able to provide clients with end detailed call reports. NENA compliance—a minimum of two telecommunicators on duty at all times, none of whom are accessible to the public or assigned clerk duties. SERVICES Primary Responsibilities Answer emergency telephone calls: Screen callers to verify emergency location and situation Use resources to locate callers that do not respond Provide pre-arrival emergency instructions when applicable Dispatch and track emergency resources Enter and verify all necessary data into CAD: Contact information, addresses Responding resources; dispatch, arrival and clearing times Initial report/request information by callers Special requests, contacts, notifications Answer administrative calls for the sheriff’s office and the communications center and either resolve the inquiry or transfer callers to the proper destination. Monitor radio communications from sheriff’s officers: Track location/status of officers engaged in assignments, traffic stops, special details Conduct computer inquiries to vehicle ownership, driver status, warrants, criminal histories Track and monitor prisoner transports by sheriff’s/corrections personnel Additional Responsibilities Monitor 50+ camera sites at the county judicial complex, corrections center, emergency operating center/911 center and sheriff’s main office Receive requests, dispatch resources and make notifications involving the Sheriff’s Office Special Services Receive notifications and requests related to other public safety programs sponsored and managed by the sheriff’s office Receive requests and arrange for afterhours/weekend call out assignments involving county personnel 911 Answering All 911 calls are answered by specially trained public safety telecommunicators (PSTs). This specialized training includes certification as a basic 911 telecommunicator by satisfactorily completing a course of instruction relating to: enhanced 911 systems and operating procedures interpersonal communications overview of the EMS function overview of the fire function overview of the police function public safety records systems public safety telecommunications systems radio broadcasting rules and procedures telecommunicator role in public safety telecommunicators legal issues telephone techniques All PSAPs in New Jersey are required to use the New Jersey Emergency Medical Dispatch Guidecards. These guidecards help the PST quickly assess the critical points of a particular situation and the level of emergency service response necessary. They also guide a PST in providing medical instructions to a caller involving many different types of medical emergencies. Those instructions may often save lives or prevent a situation from becoming worse. Personnel from this PSAP have managed thousands of calls involving cardiac, stroke, diabetic, fall, trauma, childbirth, accident, fires and other emergencies. We see the value in providing this type of intervention. TEXT TO 9-1-1 The Sussex County Sheriff’s Communications Center accepts 9-1-1 emergency calls via text (SMS) message from within every municipality in Sussex County. Texting provides a method for individuals to be able to contact a 9-1-1 center for help in situations where their safety could be in jeopardy if they were to be heard speaking. Text to 9-1-1 also provides individuals with special needs or who may not be able to speak, access to emergency services when they need help or want to report an emergency. When to send a text to 9-1-1: When you have an emergency that requires assistance from police, fire or EMS. If you have a speech or hearing impairment, you can send a text to 9-1-1 using a cell phone or other device. It is recommended that you inform 9-1-1 that you are speech or hearing impaired so that they can inform the responders. If speaking may cause you harm, such as a break-in or domestic violence situation. Remember to silence your phone so that the sound of 9-1-1 replying does not give you away. Peer pressure. You are with a group and some of the members are doing something dangerous or illegal. If you cannot make a voice call with your cell phone because there is no service you may be able to get data service to send a text message. How to send a text to 9-1-1: Open the message app on your phone or wireless device. In "To" type "911" (there is no need to add "-"). In the message field, type the location, (address and municipality) and a brief description of the problem. Then press "SEND. Be prepared to answer questions and follow instructions from the 9-1-1 call taker. Text in simple words, do not use abbreviations. Keep text messages brief and concise. Messages should be sent in English. If this is not possible a voice call should be made to allow use of translation services for voice calls. Entering 911 as the name of the person one wishes to communicate with, followed by a message and "send" will alert a dispatcher at the communications center that a new call has been received. A normal exchange of messages will follow in determining the proper response. All devices sending text messages are plotted on a map as soon as they are acknowledged by the dispatcher. While text to 9-1-1 offers an additional means to contact emergency services, it is important to understand that voice communication is always preferred as the best form of communication. Voice communications allow for quicker exchange of important information and a greater efficiency in getting help to a particular situation. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Appointments to the position of Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST) are made as the need arises. All appointments are made in accordance with New Jersey Civil Service rules and regulations. To be a successful PST, a candidate must be competent in many of the inter-related duties and responsibilities associated with a 911 communications center. It is not a career to be taken lightly and those who are successful are typically found to be highly motivated with above average interpersonal skills, good reasoning and judgement, and the ability to multitask. In order to meet the demands of rapid data entry, candidates should be able to keystroke at a rate of 40 words per minute. Additionally, PSTs must be at least 18 years of age and pass an extensive background investigation. In order to serve in this position, a PST must successfully complete the following certification courses, often advertised and offered through local emergency service organizations or local PSAPs: 40-hour Basic Telecommunicator/Communications Officer 32-hour Emergency Medical Dispatcher 8-hour CPR certification Individuals interested in applying to serve as a PST are encouraged to complete and submit the Sussex County Employment Application, available at the Sussex County website .

Fire Marshal Fire Marshal/Fire Coordinator: Virgil R. Rome, Jr. Assistant Fire Marshal/Fire Coordinator: James Raperto, Sr. Fire Prevention Specialist: Dan Stoll Sussex County’s fire marshal is under the aegis of the sheriff’s office. Duties and responsibilities include the following: Enforce New Jersey’s Uniform Fire Code in county-owned buildings and assist local fire officials with enforcement of same. Coordinate activities once a fire-related incident has grown beyond a local fire department’s span of control. Coordinate the investigation of every fire incident occurring within Sussex County. Allocate available fire service resources for out-of-county deployment when requested by the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety in accordance with the Fire Service Resource Emergency Deployment Act. Oversee the efforts of the Sussex County Fire Prevention Association in educating the community about fire safety. Administer the Juvenile Fire Watch Program within Sussex County. Serve as liaison between the Sussex County Firemen’s Association, the Sussex County Fire Chief’s Association and county administrators for all fire safety and fire service matters. ​ Have questions? For more information, please call 973.579.0380. ​ Standardized Forms Fire Safety Permit Application Non-Life Hazard Use Registration Request for Variance Request for Extension of Time ​ Fire Department Resources » ​