3rd Precinct – Newark Police Department – Newark, NJ

East Ward Law Enforcement

The 3rd Precinct of the Newark Police Department serves the city's East Ward, commonly known as the Ironbound district. Located at 649 Market Street, this precinct is responsible for patrolling a dense, diverse, and vibrant community known for its restaurants, businesses, and residential neighborhoods. The officers assigned here work 24/7 to maintain public order, respond to emergencies, and address quality-of-life issues specific to the area, such as traffic congestion and noise complaints.

Community Services

The 3rd Precinct emphasizes community engagement to build trust between law enforcement and residents.

• Community Service Officers: Dedicated officers act as liaisons to local business owners, schools, and civic groups.
• Reporting: The station lobby is open for citizens to file police reports for non-emergency crimes, accidents, or missing persons.
• Medicine Drop: As part of the Project Medicine Drop initiative, the precinct often provides a secure box for the safe disposal of unused or expired prescription medications (verify availability onsite).

Coverage Area

The jurisdiction of the 3rd Precinct extends from the Passaic River waterfront to the boundaries of the main rail lines, covering the entire Ironbound section. This area includes critical infrastructure such as Penn Station Newark (periphery support) and the industrial zones near the port. Residents are encouraged to attend monthly precinct community meetings to voice concerns directly to the precinct commander.