Police

The Pennington Police Department is responsible for enforcing local and state laws with respect to motor vehicle and New Jersey criminal code.

Mission Statement

Body Cameras

police body cameraOn or about August 3, 2017, The Pennington Borough Police Department began using body-worn cameras. Officers are wearing a WatchGuard Vista camera.

Important! Residents are reminded to lock their motor vehicle doors even when parked for short periods of time in their driveways. Please do not leave car keys, key FOBs, house keys or other valuables in your vehicle. It is also recommended that doors and windows of residences be locked. There have been several recent incidents in Central Jersey communities, including Pennington, where vehicles have been stolen. Please notify the police (DIAL 911) of any activity that you may deem suspicious.

Sidewalks

Sidewalks are an integral part of the fabric of our community. Please be sure to keep sidewalks clear of ice, snow, shrubbery, grass and any other landscaping that would interfere with the safe passage of pedestrians and children on bicycles. Snow and ice should be removed within 12 hours of daylight after a storm ends. Sidewalks should be completely clear from overgrowth and trees should be trimmed to allow clearance up to seven (7) feet. If your sidewalk needs repair, a permit is required and can be obtained in the Borough Hall or online (under Forms & Permits).

Power Out?

PSE&G  Customers should report downed wires or power outages by calling PSE&G’s Customer Service line at 1-800-436-PSEG. Customers can also report outages by texting “OUT” to 4PSEG (47734).

Speed Limit Enforcement

The Borough purchased a solar-powered mobile traffic monitor that will be positioned in various areas throughout the Borough. With school set to re-open in September, residents are reminded to slow down and avoid cell phone use while driving. The Borough speed limit is 25 mph. Violators will be ticketed. Fines for talking or texting on a hand-held wireless communications device can run between $200-$400 for first-time offenders.

Dogs

Please be reminded that Pennington Borough does have a leash law. Dogs must be "controlled by an adequate leash not more than six feet long." Additionally, Borough Code requires that "the person in control of said dog or dogs shall immediately remove all feces deposited by said dog or dogs in a sanitary manner and shall dispose of all such feces in a sanitary manner and in a way so as not to interfere with the rights of others." For the safety of your neighbors and your pet, we ask for your compliance.

Staff Contacts

Name Title
Douglas Pinelli Police Chief
Daryl Burroughs, Jr. Sergeant
Novin Thomas Sergeant
Mark Caruso Police Officer
Daniel D'Ascoli Police Officer
Angelo Marone Police Officer
Leo Jay Friedman Police Officer