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Residents in Piscataway are demanding transparency about the controversial use of license-plate readers and private camera networks amidst growing privacy concerns!

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Residents seek answers on license-plate-reader installations; administration says private Flock cameras are not township-owned
Residents asked the council whether Flock license-plate-reader cameras were installed with municipal involvement and raised constitutional concerns; the administration said the town has no contract with Flock and patrol cars use ALRs for law enforcement purposes.
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October 28, 2026 at 3:42 AM
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A local resident is raising eyebrows over a proposed $130,000 drone purchase, questioning whether it expands the county's surveillance capabilities beyond just the flying devices.

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Resident questions county's proposed drone purchase and whether new policy applies to public safety drones
Public commenter Charlie Cradiville asked county staff whether item 1191 (purchase of drones and related accessories estimated under $130,000 from Axon) includes additional surveillance equipment and how Policy 12.23 applies to county public safety drones and parks; county staff said the purchase focuses on drones and accessories, not extra surveillance equipment, and that the policy applies to county-owned and leased property.
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October 23, 2026 at 5:52 AM
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Middlesex County is investing in safety with the purchase of 45 advanced multiband radios, ensuring seamless communication for emergency responders and significant cost savings!

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Board approves purchase of multiband handheld radios for emergency responders after staff cites interoperability and cost savings
County staff recommended buying 45 L3Harris XL‑200 multiband handheld radios under a limited‑time promotion; the board approved the purchase and accessories for $137,272.50 and agreed to use the emergency services set‑aside fund to cover the cost.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:09 AM
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A Middlesex County Sheriff's Officer admitted to driving under the influence after a distressing incident, raising serious questions about accountability within law enforcement.

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Police Arrest Sandy for DUI After Flood Response in Edison
Police apprehend Sandy following a mental breakdown and DUI admission in Edison.
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September 30, 2025 at 9:39 PM