POLICE BLOTTER 01/08/2024 TO 01/14/2024
01-08-24
DUI Arrest
Patrol observed a vehicle traveling northbound on 2nd Street Pike at a high rate of speed and a traffic stop was initiated. Through investigation, the driver was taken into custody for the suspicion of driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Fires
Patrol responded to the area of Twining Ford Road for smoke in the area. Once on location, it was found that someone had a controlled burn and there were no issues.
Traffic Accident
Patrol responded to the area of 2nd Street Pike and Almshouse Road for a traffic accident. Both unit # 1 and unit # 2 were traveling southbound on 2nd Street Pike next to each other. Unit # 1 left its lane of travel and made contact with unit # 2. Tow was not required.
Traffic Accident (Property)
Patrol responded to the 800blk of Almshouse Road for a traffic accident. Unit # 1 was making a left turn from Spencer Road onto Almshouse Road when they struck two mailboxes. Information was gathered and property owners were contacted. Tow was not required.
01-09-24
Traffic Accident (Deer)
Patrol responded to the area of East Holland Road and Belmont Way for a traffic accident involving a deer. Unit # 1 was traveling westbound on East Holland Road when a deer ran into their vehicle. Tow was not required.
Traffic Accident
Patrol responded to the area of Bustleton Pike and Knowles Avenue for a traffic accident. Unit # 1 was turning left onto Bustleton Pike from Knowles Avenue. While turning, unit # 1 struck unit # 2 which was traveling northbound on Bustleton Pike. Tow was not required.
Traffic Accident
Patrol responded to the area of Buck Road and Stoneyford Road for a traffic accident. Unit # 1 was traveling westbound on Stoneyford Road and was attempting to make a right turn onto Buck Road with a red traffic signal. Unit # 2 was traveling eastbound on Middle Holland Road and was making a left turn onto Buck Road with a green arrow light. While unit # 2 was making the left turn, both vehicles made contact. Tow was not required.
Traffic Accident
Patrol responded to the area of Holland Road and Elm Avenue for a traffic accident. Both unit # 1 and unit # 2 were traveling northbound on Holland Road when unit # 2 stopped to make a left turn onto Elm Avenue. While stopped, unit # 2 was struck by unit # 1. Tow was not required.
Wires / Pole Down
Patrol responded to the area of Bridgetown Pike and Watergate Drive for the report of multiple wires down with a PECO pole on fire. Once on location, the situation was taken over by the Northampton Township Fire Department and PECO. Roadway was blocked until it was made safe for traffic.
Wires / Pole Down
Patrol responded to the 200blk of Bristol Road for the report of a vehicle entangled in utility lines that were down in the roadway. Once on location, vehicle had been freed by PECO employees and the wires were removed from the roadway.
Wires / Pole Down
Patrol responded to the 800blk of Sackettsford Road for the report of downed wires. Once on location, wires were observed on the roadway. Road was blocked until PECO arrived on location. Roadway was reopened once it was safe.
Hazardous Condition
Due to weather conditions, a portion of Sackettsford Road, Almshouse Road, Buck Road and Bristol Road were closed due to flooding. Once the roads were safe, they were reopened.
01-10-24
Traffic Accident
Patrol responded to the area of Newtown-Richboro Road and Holland Road for a traffic accident. Unit # 2 was traveling eastbound on Newtown-Richboro Road when it came to a quick stop due to traffic. Unit # 1 was traveling behind unit # 2 and attempted to stop quickly as well. Unit # 1 attempted to avoid striking unit # 2 however was unable to. Contact was made. Tow was not required.
Fires
Patrol responded to the 1400blk of Buck Road for a fire. Complainant reports an odor of a fire coming from the electric room. The Northampton Township Fire Department arrived on scene and took over the incident. The business was checked and there were no issues.
Disabled vehicle
Patrol responded to the area of Yale Drive and Bucknell Lane for a disabled vehicle. Once on location, a vehicle was found with a flat tire. Patrol made contact with the driver and assisted them.
Traffic Accident (Deer)
Patrol responded to the area of Almshouse Road and Creekside Drive for a traffic accident. Unit # 1 was traveling eastbound on Almshouse Road when a deer entered the roadway. As a result, contact was made. Tow was not required.
Fire
Patrol responded to the area of Arbor Road for a fire which was caused from an electrical issue from an outlet. The Northampton Township Fire Department arrived on scene and the incident was turned over.
01-11-24
Theft from Vehicle
Patrol responded to the area of Hilltop Drive for a theft from vehicle. Complainant reported that sometime overnight, an unknown individual entered their unlocked vehicle and stole items. Information was gathered.
Fires
Patrol responded to the area of Stratford Drive for a burning smell coming from the house. Once on location, contact was made with the complainant. The Northampton Township Fire Department arrived on scene and took over the incident.
Found Dog
Complainant found a dog on Holland Road and responded to the station with it. Dog owner was located and retrieved the animal from the station (Headquarters).
Fires
Patrol responded to the area of Buckshire Drive for the report of a fire. Once on location, contact was made with the complainant who reported an issue with the microwave oven. The Northampton Township Fire Department arrived on location and removed the appliance from the home.
01-12-24
Traffic Accident
Patrol responded to the area of Hatboro Road and Pulinski Road for a traffic accident. Unit # 1 was stopped and attempting to make a left turn onto Hatboro Road. While turning, unit # 1 made contact with unit # 2 which was traveling southbound on Hatboro Road. Tow was not required.
Wires / Pole Down
Patrol responded to the area of Old Jacksonville Road and Almshouse Road for the report of down wires. Once on location, a cable wire was found to be hanging partially in the roadway. The cable wire was able to be moved out from the roadway.
Criminal Mischief
Patrol responded to the area of Hatboro Road for the report of criminal mischief. Complaint reports hearing a loud noise overnight and, in the morning, discovered their mailbox was damaged. Information was gathered.
Traffic Accident (Deer)
Patrol responded to the area of East Holland Road and Stoneyford Road for a traffic accident. Unit # 1 was traveling westbound on East Holland Road when a deer ran into the roadway. As a result, contact was made. Tow was not required.
01-13-24
Animal Complaint (Deer)
Patrol responded to the area of Wood Drive for an animal complaint. Complainant reports a deer stuck in a fence. Once on location, patrol was able to free the animal.
Traffic Accident
Patrol responded to the area of 2nd Street Pike and Mount Pleasant Drive for a vehicle accident. Unit # 1 was traveling southbound on 2nd Street Pike when one of the wheels came off. As a result, unit # 1 sustained damage. Vehicle was towed from the scene.
Road / Traffic Hazard
Patrol responded to the area of Newtown-Richboro Road and Saint Leonard’s Road for the report of an icy roadway. Once on location, the hazard was confirmed and the Department of Public Works responded out to salt the roadway.
01-14-24
Wires/ Pole Down
Patrol responded to the 100blk of Hatboro Road for the report of down wires. Patrol arrived on location and stood by while PECO pulled the wires back up and out of the way from traffic.
Road / Traffic Hazard
During the late afternoon hours, roadways within the township were becoming icy and caused issues for vehicles traveling through. Department of Public Works responded in to salt sections of the township.
Vehicle Lock Out
Patrol responded to the area of East Windrose Drive for a vehicle lock out. Once on location, patrol made contact with the vehicle owner. Using lockout tools, patrol was able to gain access.
DUI Arrest
Patrol observed a vehicle disregard two “Road Closed” barricades on East Bristol Road. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver was identified. Through investigation, the driver was taken into custody for the suspicion of driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
During this tour, Patrol handled 23 Alarm Calls; 7 Abandoned 911 Calls; 36 Medical Emergencies; 11 Bookings; 11 Domestic Disputes; 8 Civil Disputes; 49 Traffic Monitoring Details and 11 Crime Prevention Details.
Location
Richboro, PA 18954
