Crime & Safety

Police Offer Online Crime Reporting

Find out what kind of crimes you can report online.

A press release from the Newark Police Department:

You can report certain crimes online in the comfort of your own home and when it is convenient for you. All submissions will be reviewed and you will be contacted if further information is needed.

  • Lost Property
  • Vehicle Burglary
  • Identity Theft (Note: This crime report is only accepted online)
  • Harassing Phone Calls
  • Theft
  • Vandalism

Is online filing right for your situation? If unsure ask yourself these questions:

Find out what's happening in Newarkwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

  1. This is not an emergency.
  2. The incident occurred in Newark and not on a state freeway.
  3. There are no known suspects.


If you answered YES to all of these questions, then you can choose to submit your information online at https://secure.coplogic.com/agency/newark/start-report.html.

Filing a False Police Report is a Crime!

Follow the Newark Police Department at nixle.com.

Find out what's happening in Newarkwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Like Newark Patch on Facebook | Follow Newark Patch on Twitter | Get Free Newark Patch Newsletters


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com.