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2026 Home Town Torch Run

The Williamsport Hometown Torch Run, led by local law enforcement, brings together businesses, organizations, and community members to suppo...
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Introducing Our New Series: Behind the Badge – Weekly Insi...

Ever wonder what police officers actually do during a typical week? Or why certain things happen the way they do during calls? You know thos...
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Parents: Beware Violent Online Groups Targeting Kids

Safety Alert for Parents and Guardians - Violent Online Networks Targeting Underage PopulationsThe Williamsport Police, the Pennsylvani...
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Help Prevent Vehicle Thefts - Secure Your Vehicle!

The Williamsport Police would like to remind everyone to take the necessary precautions and secure their vehicles whenever they leave.T...
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Welcome to the Williamsport Bureau of Police

Welcome to the Williamsport Bureau of Police's web portal on the CRIMEWATCH Network. We ask that you use the information found on ...
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Reminder - See Something Say Something

Reminder to Report Any Suspicious ActivityRemember, you can help prevent crime by being aware of what is happening around you and reporting ...
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Camera Registry Available

In an effort to better collaborate with the community, the Williamsport Police Department is asking all businesses and reside...
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Sign Up For Free Notifications

Now you can receive alerts through email about crime and arrests in your local community. Click here to sign up for free....
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Sign Up to Receive Emergency Notifications From The Williams...

One of the best ways to ensure that you receive Williamsport Bureau of Police Emergency Notifications and Broadcasts is to:Downloa...
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Mobile App Available

Download the CRIMEWATCH mobile application and stay up to date with crime in your area.  Our app lets you browse nearby crime and anony...
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Image for 2026 Home Town Torch Run
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Mar 18, 2026
The Williamsport Hometown Torch Run, led by local law enforcement, brings together businesses, organizations, and community members to support Special Olympics Pennsylvania athletes right here in our region. This inspiring event carries the “Flame of Hope” through the streets ...
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Image for Behind the Badge: Why So Many Officers?
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Apr 16, 2026
You’re on your way to the store when you pass a traffic stop. One car pulled over… and three police cars behind it. A couple officers standing nearby. We get it! We’re all a little nosy and want to know what’s going on. Most of the time, you’re probably thinking, “Yeah… that p...
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Image for 26002863 - Shooting Incident in Williamsport - Public's Assistance Requested
Case
Apr 13, 2026
On Sunday, April 12, 2026, at approximately 2217 hours, the Williamsport Bureau of Police Patrol Division responded to a report of shots fired in the 700 block of 4th Avenue. Prior to arrival, it was reported that two individuals, believed to be juveniles, were seen fleeing th...
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Image for Behind the Badge: A BearCat! What? Why?
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Created Apr 8, 2026 / Updated Apr 16, 2026
Ah yes… the newest scandal in town: the big, scary armored vehicle. Let’s get a few things out of the way first: No, the BearCat will not be showing up when you report your lawn gnome stolen, and no, it’s not rolling down Market Street looking for parking violations.   “W...
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Image for WBP Drone Demo at Lycoming College
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Apr 2, 2026
Agent Salisbury and Agent Bolt gave Lycoming College Criminal Justice students an up-close look at our Police Drone Unit during a live demonstration. Students had the opportunity to see firsthand how drone technology supports public safety, investigations, search operations, a...
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Image for Behind the Badge: Why Haven't You Towed That Abandoned Car Yet?
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Created Apr 2, 2026 / Updated Apr 9, 2026
We hear the complaints all the time: “That car has been sitting there for days, why haven’t the police towed it yet?” If it were that simple, we promise it would already be gone.  Believe it or not, we can’t just roll up with a tow truck because a vehicle looks abandoned....
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Image for Impaired Driving Awareness at St. John Neuman High School
Event
Mar 31, 2026
The Williamsport Bureau of Police, in partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), recently visited St. John Neuman High School to educate students about the dangers of impaired driving. Corporal Stoltzfus, Officer Merril, and members of the Williamsport Police Public...
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Image for K9 Kylo Draws Crowd
Event
Mar 31, 2026
The Williamsport Bureau of Police recently participated in a Career Expo at Loyalsock, where Officer Garbrick and his K9 partner, Kylo, joined forces with Demar and Lexi from the Williamsport Police Public Outreach Team. The event provided an excellent opportunity for the team...
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Image for WBP#26002372-Homicide Investigation - UPDATE
Case
Created Mar 28, 2026 / Updated Mar 30, 2026
***Update*** On 03/28/2026 at approximately 1227 hours, Williamsport Police units responded to a reported shooting at 2206 Central Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located 40-year-old Andrew Tubbs deceased at the scene, having suffered a gunshot wound. Earlier in the evening on ...
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Image for Behind the Badge: Where Your Ticket Money Actually Goes (Hint: Not to Us)
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Created Mar 26, 2026 / Updated Apr 2, 2026
Let’s tackle everyone’s favorite comment-section theory: “Police just write tickets to make money.” Ah yes, because nothing says “get rich quick” like standing on the side of the road explaining basic traffic laws to someone who definitely “almost stopped,” “wasn’t going that ...
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