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Body Worn Cameras
Chief Brian Sheller announces the implementation of Body Worn Cameras for all uniformed personnel. These cameras will be utilized for police/public interactions moving forward. The police administration has implemented this technology to enhance our professional policing efforts and to increase transparency throughout all levels of our public interactions. Studies have shown that Body Worn Cameras (BWC’s) improve the behaviors of the public and the professionalism of police officers.
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Event Calendar
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Welcome to the Parkesburg Borough Police Department
Welcome to the Parkesburg Borough Police Department's web portal on the CRIMEWATCH Network. This site should not be used to report criminal activity in progress. If you need immediate police response, call 9-1-1. This site is NOT monitored 24/7. We ask that you use the information found on this site responsibly. Working in partnership with the community we can proactively prevent crime, support victim recovery and hold offenders accountable.
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January 26, 2023

Firth, Brandan Richard - Possession of Marijuana and 1 additional charge

January 14, 2023, 11:54 PM, Police stopped the driver/defendant for a vehicle code violation on N. Church Street and discovered an odor of marijuana in the vehicle and on the driver. Police seized marijuana and paraphernalia. The driver was later released to awaiting friends, pending a summons. A...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and traffic offenses

January 26, 2023

Alff, Emily Elizabeth - DUI and related charges

Police have charged ALFF with DUI and related offenses after police were called to investigate a woman slumped behind the steering wheel in the middle of West First Avenue blocking traffic. The driver/defendant, in town for a holiday party, was unable to perform field sobriety tests and failed the...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

DUI and related charges

January 17, 2023

Coyle, Timothy Francis - DUI and related offenses

Police have charged COYLE with DUI and related offenses after police contact on July 2, 2022, along SR 10, south of SR 372 just before midnight. The defendant was unable to perform field tests as directed and later refuse a breath test. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for February 9, 2023...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

DUI and related offenses

December 28, 2022

Silvano, Marbelia - (1 Count) Unauthorized Use of Automobile (M2)

Police have charged the defendant after an investigation into the unauthorized use of the victim's vehicle between November 26, 2022 and December 10, 2022. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for January 19, 2023, before MDJ Nancy Gill in Parkesburg.

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

(1 Count) Unauthorized Use of Automobile (M2)

December 9, 2022

Vincent, Tyron Edward - theft by deception and related offenses

Police have charged (3) actors for committing and attempting to commit criminal acts, including theft, from the Fulton Bank on August 12, 2022. The investigation revealed the actors traveled from Philadelphia to Parkesburg to repeatedly attempt to defraud the bank of $6,500.00. Arrest warrants have...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

theft by deception and related offenses

January 26, 2023

Firth, Brandan Richard - Possession of Marijuana and 1 additional charge

January 14, 2023, 11:54 PM, Police stopped the driver/defendant for a vehicle code violation on N. Church Street and discovered an odor of marijuana in the vehicle and on the driver. Police seized marijuana and paraphernalia. The driver was later released to awaiting friends, pending a summons. A...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and traffic offenses

January 26, 2023

Alff, Emily Elizabeth - DUI and related charges

Police have charged ALFF with DUI and related offenses after police were called to investigate a woman slumped behind the steering wheel in the middle of West First Avenue blocking traffic. The driver/defendant, in town for a holiday party, was unable to perform field sobriety tests and failed the...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

DUI and related charges

January 17, 2023

Coyle, Timothy Francis - DUI and related offenses

Police have charged COYLE with DUI and related offenses after police contact on July 2, 2022, along SR 10, south of SR 372 just before midnight. The defendant was unable to perform field tests as directed and later refuse a breath test. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for February 9, 2023...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

DUI and related offenses

December 28, 2022

Silvano, Marbelia - (1 Count) Unauthorized Use of Automobile (M2)

Police have charged the defendant after an investigation into the unauthorized use of the victim's vehicle between November 26, 2022 and December 10, 2022. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for January 19, 2023, before MDJ Nancy Gill in Parkesburg.

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

(1 Count) Unauthorized Use of Automobile (M2)

December 9, 2022

Holm, Hunter Zachary - Drugs

Police conducting speed enforcement along Gum Tree Road in Highland Twp. stopped the defendant for speeding. The driver was charged with speeding and possession of marijuana. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for Jan 5, 2023, in Parkesburg.

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

Drugs

December 9, 2022

Vincent, Tyron Edward - theft by deception and related offenses

Police have charged (3) actors for committing and attempting to commit criminal acts, including theft, from the Fulton Bank on August 12, 2022. The investigation revealed the actors traveled from Philadelphia to Parkesburg to repeatedly attempt to defraud the bank of $6,500.00. Arrest warrants have...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

theft by deception and related offenses

December 9, 2022

Everett, Nazere Janile - theft by deception and related offenses

Police have charged (3) actors for committing and attempting to commit criminal acts, including theft, from the Fulton Bank on August 12, 2022. The investigation revealed the actors traveled from Philadelphia to Parkesburg to repeatedly attempt to defraud the bank of $6,500.00. Arrest warrants have...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

theft by deception and related offenses

December 9, 2022

Vincent, Tyrell Edward - theft by deception and related offenses

Police have charged (3) actors for committing and attempting to commit criminal acts, including theft, from the Fulton Bank on August 12, 2022. The investigation revealed the actors traveled from Philadelphia to Parkesburg to repeatedly attempt to defraud the bank of $6,500.00. Arrest warrants have...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

theft by deception and related offenses

February 7, 2022

Shaw, David Kennedy - (1 count) Carry Firearm without a License and Related

During the evening hours of October 7, 2021, police were called to the Turkey Hill Market (Church and First) for a disturbance. During the course of the investigation police detained the defendant, locating a semi-automatic pistol concealed in his waistband. Not having a valid conceal-carry permit...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

(1 count) Carry Firearm without a License and Related

July 8, 2021

Ortiz, Melvin Miranda - Simple Assault and related offenses

A warrant has been issued for Melvin MIRANDA-ORTIZ, 43 of Parkesburg, for Simple Assault as the result of a domestic dispute at the family residence. The actor fled the area after assaulting the victim and before police arrived. Anyone with information is asked to contact 9-1-1 and report this...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Charges:

Simple Assault and related offenses

June 16, 2021

Disturbance

Police and Medical crews were called to a disturbance, involving a knife, along the 400 blk. of W. 6th Ave., just after 3PM on Tuesday, June 15th, involving a group of teens. Several witnesses reported a group of juveniles engaged in the assault of a 14 year-old Atglen resident. The 14 Y/O victim (...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Incident Type:

Assault - Other

October 22, 2019

Drug Investigation leads to multiple arrests

Police and the Chester County Detectives executed a search warrant on 139 Chapel Avenue on Friday, October 18, 2019, after an investigation into ongoing criminal activity and drug sales from the residence. Multiple actors were contacted inside the residence and found to have outstanding criminal...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Incident Type:

Drugs / Narcotics Violation

May 22, 2019

Damaged Bridge

Police are attempting to locate a partially GRAY trash truck, which struck the bridge on Culvert Street around 11AM on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, causing damage to the bridge structure. The trash-truck was headed north along Culvert Street, toward Main Street, when the single vehicle crash occurred. A...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

July 12, 2017

Captured Subject

The Parkesburg Police have captured Troy Kassa, 18, formally of the 700 blk of W. 2nd Ave, Parkesburg, wanted in connection for an attempted homicide (shooting) in Downingtown Borough on Sunday, July 9, 2017. Police observed Kassa, a passenger in a passing vehicle, traveling in the 200 block of W...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Incident Type:

Attempted Homicide

June 30, 2017

Assault

Police were called to the 300 blk of W. Main St for a reported assault, later upgraded to a possible sexual assault. Police are investigating this incident as a sexual assault at this time. The female actor reportedly stabbed the male actor with a pen-knife, during the incident. The male was...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Incident Type:

Sexual Assault

May 12, 2021

Burglary

Police are investigating a reported burglary of the Parkesburg Post Office, occurring after closing on Monday, May 10th. Police expect to make an arrest in this case in the coming days. Evidence collected at the scene by detectives was used to help identify those responsible.

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Case Status:

Current

October 12, 2017

Public's Help Needed

The Chester County Detectives are asking for the Public's help: The Chester County Detectives continue their investigation of a homicide by firearm that occurred in front of the Malibu Club located on the corner of South 1st Avenue and Gibbons Avenue, South Coatesville Borough , Chester County. On...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Case Status:

Current

May 2, 2017

Suspect Identification

The Parkesburg Police are attempting to identify the pictured black male wanted in connection with a theft. If you think you know who the subject is please contact Detective Craig Yeckley at 610-857-3535 or submit a tip through this website. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Case Status:

Cold

February 20, 2017

Home Invasion

The Parkesburg Police are investigating a reported home invasion/robbery, which occurred late Friday afternoon, Feb 17th, in the 300 blk. of Strasburg Avenue. The suspect is described as a tall thin black male, in his 20's, wearing blue jeans and a gray hooded sweatshirt. The suspect forced his way...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

Case Status:

Current

December 12, 2016

Counterfeit bills

The Parkesburg Police are investigating a case of Counterfeit currency. On December 1, 2016, the pictured individuals entered the Family Dollar Store located at 120 W. 1st Ave. and purchased gift cards utilizing $500 worth of Counterfeit bills. The Parkesburg Police are requesting assistance with...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

November 29, 2022

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays Everyone...! May the warmth of the holiday spirit surround you with happiness, love and fond memories of those unable to share this joyful time with us. We are wishing everyone the very best this holiday season. Stay safe. PARKESBURG POLICE

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

November 7, 2022

Water Pressure Issue

Due to excavation along the 400 blk of W. 1st Ave. water pressure has dropped significantly in the area due to a broken water line. Crews are working to restore water service as quickly as possible to those impacted.

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

August 25, 2022

POWER DISRUPTION SCHEDULED

PECO reports they will be doing repairs to their overhead service in the 400 block of West Main Street tonight. between 10PM and 3AM. Power outages are expected along the Main Street circuit during this time. Impacted customers were notified by the Philadelphia Electric Company prior.

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

June 20, 2022

Congratulations Sgt. Murtagh

Parkesburg's Police Administration has release the following post regarding Sergeant Ryan Murtagh's recent graduation from the FBI's Mid-Atlantic Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar, in Princeton, NJ. Congratulations Sgt. Murtagh on your selection and completion of this outstanding...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

June 18, 2022

Police asking for Community's help

On Friday, June 17, 2022, police were called to investigate a reckless driver that had crashed in the intersection of Maple and E. Bridge Streets, just before 7:30 AM. The driver and his male passenger climbed from the overturned vehicle and ran from the scene. Police pursued the actors on foot,...

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Parkesburg Borough Police Department

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