The Atlantic Highlands Police Department responded to a total of 14,788 calls during 2025, with Councilman Jose Pujols noting the number is high, and “they all are doing a Great job.”
The 14,788 calls average more than 1200 a month or an average of 300 calls a week, the report shows.
Broken down, Pujols reported the total includes 3,015 traffic stops, 1,703 non-parking summonses, and 529 parking summonses. There were 19 arrests for DWI during the last year, he said, seven fewer than the year before. The decrease, the council man continued, appears to be the result of the diligence and actions of the department that have given a strong message that motorists are learning “DWI cannot, and will not happen here.”
On the other hand, Pujols said he was sad to report that the 122 motor vehicle accidents in 2025 was eight more than the previous year but also pointed out police response has always been excellent and the department works on a daily basic to ensure greater safety on the roads at all times.
Pujols noted Police Chief Scott Reinert pointed out “the Atlantic Highlands Police Department continues to serve and protect the residents of Atlantic Highlands with the upmost respect and professionalism. It is my belief that the Atlantic Highlands Police Department is a model agency for small towns throughout NJ,” an opinion expressed widely across the borough.
The Chief’s report also included statistics and trainings that are routine procedures in this department ensuring a department responsive to the needs of its residents and visitors. “Our engagement with the public is an important piece to build trust and relationships with our residents,” Pujols continued.
An example of the department’s dedication to safety and protection for all residents and visitors is the information and regulations the chief disseminated recently in the wake of increased use of electric and motorized bikes. There is a necessity to keep everyone aware of the stringent regulations in effect in the borough and the dedication of the department in enforcing them to ensure greater safety methods by all.
In response to questions about lighting and safety on Memorial Parkway as it transverses the borough, Pujols said the chief said he is in the process of resolving and improving the state highway situation working with their partners at the state level. The report also indicated the department is working with JCP&L to find a resolution to the lighting along the Parkway .
In regard to Memorial Parkway, he stated in his report that some issues he would like to resolve or improve in 2026 include working with the department’s partners at the state level and JCP&L to find a resolution to the lighting on Memorial Parkway.
Pujols, who is also a member of the Veterans Affairs committee, said that committee would also like to work alongside the police and their state contacts to find a resolution to concerns about the American flags lining the parkway median, and noted the Committee is also working on a Hometown Hero’s banner to honor borough service men and women along borough walkways, streets and parks , including Memorial Parkway.
Pujols added he will continue to report and keep the public updated on the progress of the Committee’s project.
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