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Whitehall Drive Speed Study

The Upper Moreland Police Department Traffic Safety Unit completed a study on Whitehall Drive in response to a citizen concern for excessive...
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UMPD WELCOMES THREE POLICE ACADEMY CADETS!

The Upper Moreland Police Department is proud to introduce three new members to our ranks. Tom Lynch, James Kelly and Michael Reynolds (left...
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THEFTS FROM VEHICLES! Don't be a victim!

In recent weeks, Upper Moreland Township has experienced an uptick in thefts from vehicles. Thefts have been reported in multiple neighborho...
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HORSHAM ROAD SPEED STUDY

The Upper Moreland Police Department Traffic Safety Unit completed a study on Horsham Road in response to a citizen concern for excessive sp...
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Important Reminder - School Zone Safety!

We're just over one month into the 2024-2025 school year and the Upper Moreland Police Department remains steadfast in keepin...
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UMPD WELCOMES NEW CHIEF AND PATROL OFFICER!

On October 7, 2024, the Upper Moreland Township Police Department welcomed two new members - Chief J. Scott Bendig and Officer Joseph Halbhe...
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Lock Your Car, Take Your Keys

Auto theft, including carjackings, is a real risk. Help keep our community safe by locking your car, taking your keys, and staying alert to ...
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UMPD SERGEANT COMPLETES RIGOROUS DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT SCH...

UMPD is proud to announce that Sgt. James Robb recently graduated from Pennsylvania Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) School #32, which was held...
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UMPD THANKS RESIDENTS FOR MAKING DRUG TAKE BACK/FOOD DRIVE A...

On behalf of officers of the Upper Moreland Police Department and the Upper Moreland Police Benevolent Association, we'd like to extend our ...
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TWO UMPD DETECTIVES RECEIVE MERIT CITATIONS FOR SUCCESSFUL A...

On April 1, 2024, Chief Block, Detective Sergeant Todd Smith and Upper Moreland Board of Commissioners honored UMPD Detectives Francis ...
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Image for Bus Patrol - What is it and how can you steer clear of this serious violation?
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Created Apr 18, 2023 / Updated Dec 19, 2023
It's no secret - the safety of the children in Upper Moreland Township is a primary concern for the community.  That's why the Upper Moreland Police Department puts such a strong emphasis on meeting with our younger population, educating them on ways to kee...
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Feb 4, 2026
UMPD is requesting assistance to identify the pictured male, who committed retail theft at a local business. He left the area in a grey SUV. If you can identify him, please contact Officer Halbherr at jhalbherr@uppermoreland.org or by calling 215-657-4700. Tips can also be sub...
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Jan 28, 2026
UPDATE 5:10pm: Mill Road is now open.    MILL ROAD WILL BE CLOSED BETWEEN YORK ROAD AND EASTON ROAD FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME DUE TO A HOUSE FIRE. PLEASE AVOID THE AREA AND USE AN ALTERNATE ROUTE. 
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Image for UPPER MORELAND TOWNSHIP BUILDING - DELAYED OPENING MONDAY JANUARY 26
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Jan 25, 2026
Due to the storm, the Upper Moreland Township Building will open at noon on Monday, January 26.  There will be no Committee Meetings on Monday evening.  All agenda items will continue to the Monday, February 9 Committee Meeting.
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Jan 23, 2026
Snow Emergency Declared beginning Sunday, January 25, 2026 12:01AM  Upper Moreland Township has declared a snow emergency starting Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 12:01 AM until Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM. No parking is allowed on designated snow emergency routes dur...
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Nov 17, 2025
Please be advised of road closures for this Sunday’s Hatboro Holiday Parade.  On Sunday November 23, 2025 , the Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the annual holiday parade  from 2:00 PM to 4:00 Pm along  York Road from Summit Avenue to Newingto...
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Oct 2, 2025
Join UMPD at the Family Fall Fair this Saturday, October 4th, from 2pm until 4pm at the Upper Moreland Middle School!   Detective Bouldin will be on hand with free child identification kits! Be sure to stop by and say hi to Officer Snyder and K9 Maximus!   Many thank...
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Image for Excavator theft - Do you recognize this truck?
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Sep 1, 2025
UPDATE 5pm: Thanks to the help of members of the community, the stolen excavator has been recovered! ***************** On Friday, August 22, 2025, UMPD took a theft report of a Komatsu excavator. The pictured white Ford L-series truck pulling a yellow trailer is believed to be...
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Aug 24, 2025
This morning, UMPD had contact with a white male, 38 years of age, balding, 6’1” and weighing 170 pounds at the Upper Moreland Senior High School. He was seen last evening at the Huntingdon Valley Country Club at 8pm wearing a hospital gown. We are asking that residents that m...
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Aug 13, 2025
UMPD is requesting assistance to identify the pictured male in connection with a theft from a township business. If you know who he is, please email Officer Capobianco at mcapobianco@uppermoreland.org or submit a tip anonymously on this page by clicking "submit a tip". 
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