We would like to take this opportunity to address the concerns of our residents regarding the alarming report of a violent crime on the 400 block of Longfellow Avenue yesterday afternoon. 

Due to the serious nature of the alleged crime, the Union County Prosecutor's Office is now the lead agency on what is still a very active investigation, and we are expressly prohibited from releasing any details without their permission. 

In addition to the Union County’s Prosecutor’s Office, all available resources of the Westfield Police Department are being utilized. We expect a full statement to be issued shortly from the UCPO, and we remain firmly committed to keeping the community informed with further information as soon as it is appropriate to do so. 

Of course, this report has created fear and uncertainty in our community, and rest assured we will continue to dedicate every possible resource to this case and to the safety of our residents. A significantly enhanced police presence has been established, and additional patrols have also been deployed throughout Town as this investigation continues. 

Thank you to the many residents who have cooperated with the Westfield Police Department, and who have reached out to express their concern for our fellow resident on Longfellow Avenue. Anyone with any security footage or knowledge of suspicious activity yesterday afternoon in the vicinity of Longfellow Avenue is asked to call the Police at 908-789-4000.