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Amid protests, PA addresses police reform and accountability

Friday, June 5 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – After meeting with leaders in Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Governor Tom Wolf announced several actions to improve law enforcement relations with the community and strengthen training and accountability. “Today, I am taking steps to address concerns about community relations with law enforcement as... Read More.

Suicidal man safely talked down from I-80 Clarion River Bridge

Friday, May 22 by wcednews

Clarion, PA – A suicidal man was safely taken into custody after a 3-hour standoff on a bridge in Clarion County yesterday. The unnamed man was preparing to jump off of the Clarion River Bridge along Interstate 80 in Monroe Township around 2:15 p.m. Thursday. I-80... Read More.

Sandy Twp Police: online scam, noise complaints for parties

Wednesday, May 20 by wcednews

Sandy Township, PA – Sandy Township Police say they've had to deal with a couple of minor fender benders over the past few days, especially in the Walmart parking lot. They also had a report of a 19-year-old man who reached out about a scam... Read More.

Clearfield Police: lost child, kids throwing rocks, man damages vehicle

Wednesday, May 20 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Police in Clearfield Borough handled a couple of cases involving children, one in which a child was found wandering around outside. A good Samaritan and police officers were able to quickly find that child's mother. In another case, there were reports... Read More.

Clearfield County man charged with fleeing police in Morris Township

Monday, May 18 by wcednews

Morris Township, PA – A Clearfield County man is facing charges after fleeing from police. 30-year-old Matthew Mills from Hawk Run had been driving his Mazda Tribute around 7:19 Friday evening whenever State Police from Clearfield attempted to pull him over for a traffic violation. Mills... Read More.

Sandy Twp Police: bear on Firetower Rd, teen uses mom’s card to buy games

Saturday, May 16 by wcednews

Sandy Township, PA - Sandy Township Police were busy responding to a number of incidents recently, including reports of a bear on Firetower Road, a teenager who used his mother's bank account to buy video games, and a physical fight between a couple. The full... Read More.

Clearfield Police: physical fights, traffic violations, complaint about fireworks

Saturday, May 16 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA - Clearfield Borough Police responded to a few physical fights, plus multiple traffic violations and a noise complaint about fireworks. Clearfield Borough Police Department reports, released May 14: Police were dispatched to the area of Turnpike Ave in reference to a report of a... Read More.

State Police encouraging following COVID guidelines instead of legal action

Thursday, May 14 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania State Police have said that their goal isn't to file charges or arrest anyone for violating COVID-19 restrictions, but rather educate and encourage people to follow guidelines. However, if the situation evolves something urgent, such as an altercation or someone who... Read More.

High-speed chase and foot pursuit after traffic stop in Punxsy

Wednesday, May 6 by wcednews

Punxsutawney, PA – A weekend traffic stop in Punxsutawney led to a high-speed chase through the town. Just before noon on Sunday, State Police in Punxsutawney say they were attempting to pull over someone on Orchard Avenue. The vehicle sped away and committed several traffic violations... Read More.

Pennsylvania State Police honors fallen troopers on PSP’s 115th anniversary

Monday, May 4 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) was established by Governor Samuel Pennypacker on May 2, 1905, becoming the first uniformed police agency of its kind in the United States. Traditionally, the department pauses each year on May 2 to remember troopers who... Read More.

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