FROM:            Matthew A. Rickard, Chief of Police DATE:             Thursday January 22, 2026 RE:            ...

The Lock Haven City Police Department has warrants for several individuals, all of which are related to traffic violations or unpaid tickets. These warrants can be resolved online using a credit card through the UJS Portal website:  https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/PAePayFCR...

Safety Alert for Parents and Guardians - Violent Online Networks Targeting Underage Populations The Lock Haven City Police, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation would like to warn parents about the sharp increase in online netwo...

As you get into the holiday spirit, know that thieves are banking on doing the same.  Be careful not to lure would-be-thieves to your car with presents, packages or other valuables in plain view. It can be an easy grab that ends up escalating to more than stolen gifts. Fo...

City of Lock Haven Ordinance 2025-09: Regulation of Other Vehicles The City of Lock Haven has enacted Ordinance 2025-09, which repeals and replaces Chapter 380 Article X, "Regulation of Pedalcycles and Nonmotorized Vehicles." This new ordinance aims to regulate various types o...

Referred to as car hacking, hijacking, or key fob cloning -- a new, emerging auto theft trend is high tech and does not necessarily involve forced entry.  With many cars now using key fobs and keyless entry,  criminals have figured out how to steal  your car usi...

Join Our Camera Registry Program! The Lock Haven Police Department has launched our Camera Registry Program, designed to help keep our community safe and secure. By registering your security cameras, you can play a vital role in assisting us in solving crimes and improving pub...

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August 2025 - Activity/Incident Reports

The 2025–2026 school year is beginning this week for some and next week for others, and as your police department, the safety of our students is our top priority.   Our children will soon be walking to school, standing at bus stops, and riding school buses. We ask every d...