EPD Is On Neighbors by Ring!

Elizabeth Police Joins Neighbors by Ring App

The Elizabeth Police Department is now active on Neighbors by Ring, a free app that lets residents and local public safety agencies share crime and safety information in real time. Union County Life is tracking how police departments across the county are using digital tools to reach residents directly.

The department announced the move in a notice posted to the city's website on March 3, 2026. ⚠️ The notice did not specify which unit will manage posts or when the integration takes effect.

Neighbors by Ring is operated by Ring, the Amazon owned home security company. The app allows users to post text updates, photos, and videos about crime and safety incidents in their area, and to view a feed of similar posts from neighbors. Verified public safety agencies, including police departments, can use the platform to share alerts, respond to public posts, and provide updates directly to residents in their service area.

Residents do not need to own a Ring device to use the app. Anyone with a compatible smartphone can download Neighbors, set a coverage radius around their address, and receive notifications about activity reported nearby.

According to Ring, public safety agencies that join Neighbors cannot access a resident's live video feed, stored recordings, or personal account information unless the resident chooses to post that material publicly to the app.

⚠️ Posting an incident to Neighbors does not replace filing an official police report. Residents who witness or experience a crime should still contact the Elizabeth Police Department directly.

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FAQ

Do I need a Ring doorbell to use Neighbors? No. Anyone with a compatible smartphone can download the Neighbors app and use it, whether or not they own a Ring device.

Can the Elizabeth Police Department see my Ring camera footage? No, not unless you choose to post that footage publicly to the Neighbors app. Public safety agencies cannot access a resident's live feed or private recordings.

Does posting on Neighbors replace calling the police? No. Residents who need to report a crime should still contact the Elizabeth Police Department directly. A Neighbors post is not an official report.