About Administration Under the leadership of Sheriff Michael Strada, the sheriff’s office provides numerous services to the citizens and local police agencies of Sussex County. ​ Professional Standards It is the policy of the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office to accept and investigate all complaints of alleged officer misconduct or wrongdoing from any citizen or agency employee. ​ Bureau of Corrections The Bureau of Corrections is responsible for the custody and care of incarcerated persons. ​ Bureau of Law Enforcement The Bureau of Law Enforcement represents the enforcement arm of the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office. Its personnel are tasked with carrying out the statutory responsibilities of the sheriff as mandated by the state constitution. ​ Communications Center The Sussex County Sheriff’s Communications Center provides regular dispatch services for the sheriff’s office and serves as a PSAP for enhanced 911 calls. ​ Emergency Management The Division of Emergency Management coordinates the efforts of police, fire, EMS, public works, public health and a myriad of volunteer organizations during emergencies. ​ Fire Marshal The fire marshal supports and facilitates the safety of the general public through fire safety education, supporting fire safety legislation and fire prevention education programs to minimize the loss of property and life. ​ Employment The Sussex County Sheriff’s Office hires employees based on the results of an open competitive law enforcement entry level examination given by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. ​ Sheriff’s Office History The Sussex County Sheriff’s Office came into existence in 1753 and for well over 200 years now, has steadfastly remained committed to serving the residents of Sussex County. .

Attorney ID Cards The Sussex County Sheriff’s Office has an attorney identification card program designed to readily identify practicing attorneys within the Sussex County Judicial Center. The ID card, available to attorneys with offices in Sussex County, costs $50.00 and the card is renewable every five years. ​ To obtain an ID card in Sussex County, please visit the Bureau of Law Enforcement located within the sheriff’s office at 39 High Street in Newton. You will be asked to complete our Attorney ID Card Information form (including providing your New Jersey Bar number). For your convenience, we have also made the form available online so it may be completed in advance. ​ Download the Attorney ID Card form ​ To view and complete the form, you will need the freely available Adobe Reader software installed on your computer, version 7 or higher. This fillable form may be filled out on your computer and saved to your hard drive and/or printed out. ​ Payment of the $50.00 fee may be made by check payable to the “Sussex County Sheriff’s Office.” ​ Have questions? For more information, please call 973.579.0850.

< Back Two more towns sign on for dispatching services Wantage and Sussex Borough enter into an agreement with the Sussex County Sheriff’s 9-1-1 Communications Services. Previous Next Sheriff Michael Strada is pleased to announce that Wantage Township and Sussex Borough have entered into a five-year shared service agreement for dispatching services at the Sussex County Sheriff’s 9-1-1 Communications Center. After several months of technical and logistical planning and preparation, both municipalities seamlessly transitioned to the county center. Wantage and Sussex join the eleven other municipalities currently utilizing the call taking and dispatching services of the largest 9-1-1 communications center in the county. Representatives from the state Office of Emergency Telecommunications, several telecommunications providers and municipal and county officials were present during the cutover to insure a successful implementation. The county 9-1-1 center service area encompasses 65% of the county’s geographical area. The communications center will be responsible for handling all 9-1-1 calls for their municipalities. Sheriff Strada stated, “I am glad to see other municipalities join our communications center as we offer the latest technology and dispatching services. The emergency service organizations that are currently utilizing our center realize the benefits of a central communications center.” Pictured left to right: Chief Telecommunicator Dave Korver, Director of Communications Mark Rozek, Borough of Sussex OEM Coordinator Floyd Southard, Township of Wantage Mayor Ron Bassani, Township of Wantage Administrator Michael Restel, Township of Wantage OEM/911 Coordinator Joe Konopinski, New Jersey Office of Emergency Telecommunications Services Doug Weidanz and Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada

Community Programs Crime Stoppers Crime Stoppers is a program designed to encourage cooperation between citizens and the law enforcement community . ​ Wanted List See the complete list of Sussex County's Wanted Pr oject Lifesaver The Project Lifesaver program provides assistance to residents who are primary caregivers for an individual with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia disorder as well as families of children afflicted with Down syndrome, autism, traumatic brain injuries or cognitive impairments. ​ Community Alerts Sussex County residents are encouraged to register their phone numbers with the Swift911 program. Another program, Register Ready, should be utilized by people who have disabilities which might interfere with their ability to safely evacuate in the case of an emergency. ​ TRIAD A collaboration between the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, Division of Senior Services and the Sussex County Chiefs of Police. The goal is to reduce the criminal victimization of seniors and enhance the delivery of law enforcement services population. ​ L.E.A.D. The Sussex County Sheriff’s Office L.E.A.D. program offers substance abuse education to the youth of Sussex County in conjunction with area school districts. ​ CERT The Community Emergency Response Team is made up of volunteers who give critical support to first responders in emergencies and provide immediate assistance to victims.

Community Alerts Swift911™ Sussex County’s Division of Emergency Management has the ability to notify all Sussex County residents in the event of an emergency through its Swift911 system. When activated by officials, this automated system calls homes and businesses in the affected area and delivers a recorded message to notify the public about the emergency and what actions they may need to take. The system will be used for the following types of events: ​ missing person alerts emergency evacuations local security and crime alerts weather emergencies hazardous materials events All landline telephones serviced by Verizon, Embarq and Warwick Valley Telephone (WVT) are already in the system, however, cell phone and some VOIP phone numbers are not. If you would like to provide additional methods of contact, update your information or remove yourself entirely, please utilize the link below. In the event of an emergency, if you have opted to provide additional methods of contact, you will receive multiple notifications. ​ Visit the secure enrollment page to register or update your information Register Ready The state of New Jersey offers a confidential statewide registry for people with disabilities who may need help in the event of a disaster or other emergency. The information is shared with Sussex County’s Division of Emergency Management to help emergency responders locate and safely evacuate people who may find it difficult to help themselves in the event of a major disaster. Providing information before a disaster allows for better planning and managing of resources during an emergency. Rest assured, your information will be held securely and only used for emergency response and planning. Anyone in Sussex County who may find it difficult to self-evacuate because of a physical or cognitive limitation, language barrier or lack of transportation—particularly if family, friends, or caregivers are unavailable to help during a crisis—is encouraged to register with New Jersey’s special needs registry. How to register Individuals with special needs, as well as their families and/or caregivers, can register online at the state’s web site . In order to complete their online form, you must have JavaScript enabled and you will have to temporarily disable any pop-up blockers you may have working in tandem with your browser application. ​ Don’t want the hassle? You can also register by downloading and completing the paper registration form. This form may be filled out on your computer, saved to your hard drive and then submitted to the Sussex County Division of Emergency Management. Complete instructions are included on the first page of the form. ​ Download the Register Ready form ​

< Back Outstanding warrant leads to drug arrest in Sussex Borough Arrested: Edward D. Reilly, age 41, of Wantage Township, NJ. Previous Next On Thursday, February 16, 2012, while assigned to fugitive apprehension duties in Wantage Township, sheriff’s detectives Mike Yanko and Matt Caine encountered Edward Reilly. Knowing him to be the subject of an outstanding Superior Court arrest warrant, detectives Yanko and Caine approached Reilly and placed him under arrest. Further investigation revealed Reilly to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine. Reilly was transported to the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance in an amount of less than 1/2 ounce. Edward Reilly is currently lodged in the Keogh Dwyer Correctional Facility in lieu of $10,000 bail with no 10% option.

< Back Sheriff's officer arrests man at courthouse Arrested: John C. McCurdy, age 35, of Dover, NJ. Previous Next On Monday, December 10, 2012, while assigned to courthouse security at the Superior Court in Newton, Sheriff’s Officer Joseph Cahill encountered John C. McCurdy. Believing him to be the subject of an outstanding municipal court warrant, Officer Cahill detained McCurdy and confirmed the existence of three separate municipal court warrants for his arrest. Officer Cahill immediately placed McCurdy under arrest and transported him to the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office. McCurdy was processed and lodged in the Keogh-Dwyer Correctional Facility until such time as he could be transported to the Morris County Jail.

< 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.

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< 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.