PRESS RELEASE - 7/30/2025 National Night Out

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JULY 30, 2025 NEWS RELEASE

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

The North Plainfield Police Department welcomes residents, families, and visitors to join the 2025 National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 263 Somerset Street (Parking lot across from Borough Hall). National Night Out is a nationwide initiative that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood solidarity. The event brings together members of law enforcement and public safety, Borough residents, businesses and community leaders with family-friendly activities, games, entertainment, food, and fun. We look forward to National Night Out every year, to connect with our community, promote crime and drug awareness and prevention, strengthen relationships, and send a message that North Plainfield is united in the fight against crime, said Police Chief Alan McKay.

Representatives from a wide range of public safety and emergency response agencies will also be on hand, including the North Plainfield Fire Department, Office of Emergency Management, NPFD EMS and Emergency Response Team and others. Attendees can look forward to an exciting lineup of activities and demonstrations, including: a DJ, Bounce-House, Face-Painters, Hot dogs, Hamburgers, Drinks and Italian Ice.

NOTE: The following information is based on a preliminary and ongoing investigation, which continues to evolve as investigators interview witnesses, review physical and electronic records, and analyze forensic evidence. The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office’s understanding of the facts and circumstances may change as additional evidence is collected and analyzed.