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Jersey City Police & Fire Depts. work together to arrest woman, 23, for arson

Source: Hudson County View · Jul 21, 2026, 2:08 PM

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Jersey City Police & Fire Depts. work together to arrest woman, 23, for arson news image

Jersey City Police and Fire Departments collaborated to arrest a 23-year-old woman for arson following a fire that erupted beneath a Tonnele Avenue underpass on Sunday afternoon.

Emergency responders received the report around 2:39 p.m. and worked together to investigate and apprehend the suspect in connection with the incident.

Key points

  • Jersey City Police and Fire Departments worked jointly to arrest a 23-year-old woman for arson
  • The fire occurred near 276 Tonnelle Avenue under an underpass on Sunday
  • Emergency dispatch received the fire report at approximately 2:39 p.m.
  • Multi-agency coordination between police and fire departments led to the arrest

FAQ

What happened in Jersey City on Sunday?
A fire broke out near 276 Tonnelle Avenue under an underpass on Sunday afternoon at approximately 2:39 p.m. Jersey City authorities responded to the incident.
Who was arrested and why?
A 23-year-old woman was arrested for arson in connection with the fire that occurred under the Tonnelle Avenue underpass.
Which agencies responded to the fire?
Both the Jersey City Police Department and Jersey City Fire Department responded, investigated together, and collaborated in apprehending the suspect.

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