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Public Safety Notice from the #LongBranchPD Detectives regarding door-to-door solicitation SCAM:
LBPD Detectives recently investigated a case involving a home improvement contractor attempting to SCAM local residents. The accused was going door-to-door soliciting for home improvement business. Once a homeowner agreed to service, the work was completed but the charge to the customer was tremendously over-priced. One senior resident in Long Branch agreed to chimney repairs at a cost of $180,000.00.
Please use extreme caution when dealing with solicitors and keep the following useful information in mind:
- Any solicitors in Long Branch are required to obtain a license through our Health Dept. as well as a solicitation permit from our Public Safety Office. They are instructed to keep a copy their signed solicitation permit on hand to show upon request. If they do not have one, they should NOT be at your door.
- Any solicitors should be wearing a name badge or have other company-specific identifiers. Contractors are required to have a home repair contractor license issued by the state of NJ.
- As always, do not give any money or personal information to anyone who cannot prove that they are representing an organization that has been approved to knock at your door.
If you have an unlicensed solicitor, come to your door, or believe you are a victim of a similar scam, contact the LBPD at 732-222-1000.
To avoid solicitors at your door, sign up for the City of Long Branch’s “No Knock Registry” at: https://www.longbranch.org/no-knock-registry
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Introducing the SAFE PLACE Program!
Long Branch Police Department is proud to join Asbury Park and Red Bank as the first local organizations to partner with the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office as pilots of MCPO SAFE PLACE.
The program is designed as a partnership with local businesses in providing a safe place for the reporting of bias incidents and hate crimes. Participating locations display brightly colored decals in an entrance area, to show that the location will provide a safe environment for individuals to call 911 for assistance.
LBPD encourages interested businesses, social organizations, and schools to participate. Participation is FREE and “the only requirement is twofold: if a victim of any crime (especially a hate crime) enters the premises, call 911 immediately; and allow the victim to remain on the premises until police arrive”.
To learn more about participating, visit: https://mcponj.org/safe-place-initiative/ or contact the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office at SafePlace@mcponj.org or Long Branch Police Department at khughes@longbranch.org or smoore@longbranch.org.
Many police reports can be made online!
Non-violent crimes such as theft (under $200), damaged or lost property and matter of record reports can be made online 24 hours a day.
To report a non-violent crime online visit: longbranch.org/reports
LOCK IT OR LOSE IT!
Public Notice from the LBPD Detective Bureau:
LBPD reminds residents to lock their vehicles and NEVER leave keys, fobs, purses, wallets or any valuables on seats, the dash or anywhere in sight! NEVER leave boxes, bags, tools or equipment in the back of an open pick up! Take your belongings with you. Most instances of car burglaries can be avoided by simply locking the vehicle and removing any valuables that may attract a thief.
ALERT LONG BRANCH
Long Branch has a new and improved system for keeping in touch with our residents. We are calling it Alert Long Branch and the service is being provided by smart911. Sign up today to receive emergency alerts and notifications by phone, text and/or email. We plan to use Alert Long Branch for more than just emergency alerts, in the near future we will use it for community notifications.
longbranch.org/alerts
In the event of a power outage, JCP&L reminds customers to report it using one of the following methods:
• Report online at www.jcp-l.com
• Call 888-LIGHTSS (888-544-4877)
• Text OUT to 544487
Remember to steer clear of downed power lines. Always assume they are live and dangerous.
Downed power lines should be reported immediately to 888-LIGHTSS (888-544-4877) or your local police or fire department.
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The City of Long Branch Police Department is committed to providing a safe community and improving the quality of life for all people. We accomplish this by delivering quality police services and enforcing laws with equality and impartiality. In partnership with the community, we reduce crime through public education, prevention, and awareness. In meeting this objective, we demand of ourselves the highest professional standards and dedication to our core values.
In our actions, conduct, and job performance. Committed to training, education, individual self-discipline, service orientation and other attributes of a true professional.
For all citizens, each other, and for differing points of view, regardless of age, race, gender, appearance, individual beliefs, or lifestyles.
Truthful & honest in word and deed. Ethical, being guided by the concept of fundamental fairness in everything we do, doing what is right.
To the organization, each other, our families, and the citizens we serve. Empower department members and citizens to work together to solve community problems.
In everything we do. Seeking to improve and excel, always.
Police Department is located at the rear of the building in the lower level.
For Emergencies Dial 9-1-1
Non-Emergencies 732-222-1000
City Hall Main No. 732-222-7000