To the Citizens of the Borough of Steelton: 

As your Chief of Police, I am deeply honored to serve the resilient, hard-working, and proud residents of Steelton Borough. This community has a spirit unlike any other, rooted in history, strengthened by diversity, and driven by a commitment to look out for one another. It is that spirit that inspires the men and women of the Steelton Borough Police Department every single day.

We stand at a pivotal moment in our borough’s story. While we cannot change the challenges of yesterday, we can—and we will—shape a brighter tomorrow. Our department is rebuilding, refocusing, and rising to meet the high expectations our community deserves. With renewed leadership, updated standards, and a clear vision, we are forging a new path defined by professionalism, integrity, compassion, and unity.

We recognize that trust is earned, not given. That is why we are committed to:

• Raising professional standards through ongoing training, education, and leadership development.
• Improving accountability and consistency by updating outdated policies and strengthening supervisory oversight.
• Enhancing community engagement through open communication, outreach programs, and meaningful relationships with our youth, seniors, and community leaders.
• Promoting fairness and respect in every interaction, ensuring that all individuals are treated with dignity.
• Working collaboratively with borough leadership to find solutions to the challenges facing our community.

While we acknowledge the issues of the past, we are firmly focused on building a stronger, more capable, and more unified department—one that represents the professionalism and integrity our residents expect and deserve.

I believe in this community. I believe in the potential of our department. And I believe that together, we can transform challenges into opportunities and setbacks into steppingstones.

I encourage every member of our community to stay informed, get involved, and partner with us as we move forward. Together, we can build a safer, healthier, and more connected future for everyone.

Thank you for your support, your trust, and your ongoing commitment to making Steelton a better place to live, visit, and work.

Sincerely,

Chief Shawki Lacey
Steelton Borough Police Department