Pennridge Regional Police Officers handled 268 incidents during the week of October 4th, to the 10th, 2026. A total of 54 traffic citations and warnings were issued during the same week.
INCIDENTS
Noise Complaint: Officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Callowhill Road for a loud party. Police arrived in the area and were unable to hear or find the source of the party.
Assault Investigation: On October 4th, 2026, police were dispatched to St. Lukes Grand View for a report of an assault victim. Upon arrival of police, it was determined that the assault had occurred at a home located in the 2100 block of Buck Run Road. The victim had a significant injury to their arm that was caused by an unknown cutting instrument. Upon investigation it was determined that the incident had been an argument between two brothers, in which both assaulted each other. Police are still actively investigating.
Identity Theft: A resident of the 200 block of Ridge Valley Road reported that an unknow person opened a Walmart account and attempted a purchase of over $1,000 in the resident’s name. The resident did not have an account with Walmart, and it was reported as a fraudulent account. No financial loss occurred.
Shooting Complaint: Police were contacted on October 8th, 2026, by a resident of the 100 block of Bell Court who reported hearing gunshots while walking the dog. Police arrived and were unable to locate the source of the shots fired and did not receive any additional calls.
Attempted Fraud: Pennridge Regional Police were contacted on October 9th, 2026, by a resident of the 2300 block of E. Rock Road regarding a phone call they received from someone identifying themselves as a Bucks County Sheriff. The caller told the resident that they had failed to appear for jury duty so now they money in fines. This was recognized as a scam and no money loss was reported.
Harassment: An employee of a business located in the 100 block of Keystone Drive reported to police that they received an unwanted text message from a former employee. The text message was in reference to the employee no longer being employed at the business.
DUI Investigation: On October 10th, 2026, a vehicle stop was performed on a Honda CRV following a Pennridge Regional Officer observing the vehicle weaving within its lane of travel. During the course fo the vehicle stop several indicators of illegal drug use were observed in the vehicle and in the behavior of the driver. The driver was transported to St. Lukes Grand View for a blood draw, where a sample was obtained and will be sent for laboratory testing. Criminal charge may be filed depending on the outcome of the blood testing.
ARRESTS
Drug Arrest: A juvenile allegation was filed with Bucks County Juvenile Probation following a student being found in possession of several THC Vape Pens while on the campus of the Pennridge High School.
Theft Arrest: Arrest warrants were filed against a 38-year-old female resident of East Rockhill Township and a 62-year-old male resident of Allentown following an investigation into several illegal purchases made with a resident’s credit card. Pennridge Regional Police were contacted by a resident who believed their ex-girlfriend had been using his credit card at several locations in Bucks and Lehigh Counties. Police were able to identify the actors using the credit cards and the charges were filed for theft and related charges.
DUI Arrest: A 60-year-old male resident of Sellersville was charged with DUI and related charges following a vehicle stop on September 12th, 2026. Police observed a silver Hyundai commit several motor vehicle traffic violations and performed a traffic stop. The male exhibited signs of intoxication and provided a blood alcohol test to reveal a blood alcohol concentration of 0.21%.
DUI Arrest: A 38-year-old male resident of Bethlehem was charged with DUI following a vehicle stop on Rt. 309 and Rich Hill Road after an officer observed several lane violations. The driver was observed to be exhibiting signs of alcohol use. The male was taken into custody and transported to St. Lukes Grand View for a blood draw. The results showed a blood alcohol concentration of 0.14%
TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS
October 5th, 2026: A one vehicle traffic accident involving a Toyota Rav 4 that struck a deer as it crossed the roadway. No injuries were reported.
October 6th, 2026:
Police responded to the intersection of Schwenkmill Road and N. Fifth St. for a Subaru Forester and a Chrysler mini van that collided when the Subaru pulled out from the stop sign and was struck by the Chrysler. Minor injuries were reported. The driver of the Subaru was cited for the crash.
A Honda CRV struck a concrete barrier on Lesko Road near Almont Road, the vehicle had to be towed from the scene and the driver was not injured. The driver reported being blinded by the sun glare.
October 7th, 2026:
A Ford Fusion and a Mazda CX-5 collided at the intersection of Bethlehem Pike and Forrest Road when the Ford was making a left-hand turn from Forrest Road. Minor damage occurred and no injuries were reported.
A three-vehicle traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Rt. 313 and Ridge Road involving a Chrysler Pacifica, a Honda Fit and a Toyota Rav-4. The Honda and Toyota were stopped at the intersection when the Chrysler stuck the Hona pushing it into the Toyota. No injuries were reported and all three vehicles were driven from the scene. A citation was issued to the driver of the Chrysler.
October 8th, 2026:
A Honda CRV struck the ditch along the side of the roadway, causing the vehicle to rollover. Minor injuries were reported and the vehicle was driven from the scene.
A Freightliner truck backed into a garage door at a home located in the 1200 block of Ridge Road while making a delivery. The garage door no longer worked after the crash.
Police responded to Church Lane for a one vehicle traffic accident where a Toyota Prius struck a deer as it crossed the roadway.
October 9th, 2026:
A Ford Explorer pulled out from the parking lot of the Rockhill Filling Station causing a heavy duty tow truck swerves and leave the roadway. No injuries occurred and both vehicles were driven from the scene.
A Kia Sol and a Mazda 3 collided in the intersection of Lawn Ave and the off ramp from PA Rt. 309. During the course of the investigation the Kia was determined to have turned in front of the Mazda. No injuries were reported but the vehicles had to towed from the scene.
