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Welcome to the Lower Paxton Township Police web site. The Lower Paxton Township Police Department continues its commitment to providing professional police services to our community.
2019 / 2020 BROCHURES - EMERGENCY PLANNING FOR THE THREE MILE ISLAND AREA
Nuclear power and public safety are important parts of emergency planning for the Three Mile Island area. Please find the latest Three Mile Island emergency planning brochures in both English and Spanish below. For additional information please visit http://www.threemileisland.org/
Medication Disposal Available
The Medreturn drop-box in the lobby of the police station for disposal of unneeded/unused prescription and over-the-counter medications is accessible between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. To dispose of medications at another time, please call the police dispatcher at 558-6900 and an officer can meet you at the station. Residents are encouraged to remove medications from the labeled prescription bottles and to use a zip-loc bag for disposal.
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The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is an Accredited Law Enforcement Agency.

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December 2, 2019

Incident at Magisterial District Court

On 12/2/19 at approximately 2:00PM an individual suffered a self-inflicted gun shot wound to the head while in the waiting room of Magisterial District Court 12-1-06. Officers from Lower Paxton Township Police, District Court Staff and civilians were present in the Facility at the time. The...

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November 27, 2019

Found Dog

The pictured dog was found in the 6500 block of Leonard Lane today, 11/27/19. Please contact the Lower Paxton Township Police Department at 657-5656 if you have information on the owner.

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November 21, 2019

Home Improvement Scam

On 11/13/19 an elderly resident from the Clermont Neighborhood fell victim to a home improvement scam. The victim was approached by 3 men, who advised the victim she was in need of a new roof. Suspects were able to convince the victim to proceed with the work and accompanied her to the bank, where...

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November 15, 2019

Hit and Run Pedestrian Crash

Lower Paxton Police are seeking information about a crash involving a pedestrian on Locust Ln. at S. Houcks Rd. and Dartmouth St. The incident occurred on Monday, November 4, 2019 at about 6:00 PM. A male walking his dog attempted to cross Locust Ln. when a vehicle, possibly a Jeep, made contact...

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November 12, 2019

PA Buckle Up

Lower Paxton Township, Dauphin County, PA – Lower Paxton Township Police Department today announced that they will participate in day and night seat belt enforcement activities as part of the “Click It or Ticket” Thanksgiving Enforcement Mobilization running from November 25 through December 8,...

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May 14, 2019

Stith, Amir Nyeem - (18)3701(A)(1)(II) Robbery(F1)

On 5/13/19 at approximately 1:00 AM Lower Paxton Township Police responded to Pinnacle Health Community General Osteopathic Hospital on the report of multiple stab victims. None of the injuries were reported to be life threatening. The stabbing victims reported they were walking in the 300 block of...

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Charges:

(18)3701(A)(1)(II) Robbery(F1)

May 14, 2019

Ames-Borrel, Maximo Lorenzo - (18)3701(A)(1)(II) Robbery(F1)

On 5/13/19 at approximately 1:00 AM Lower Paxton Township Police responded to Pinnacle Health Community General Osteopathic Hospital on the report of multiple stab victims. None of the injuries were reported to be life threatening. The stabbing victims reported they were walking in the 300 block of...

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Charges:

(18)3701(A)(1)(II) Robbery(F1)

April 26, 2019

HUTCHINSON, FRANCIS ANTHONY - 2506(a) Drug delivery resulting in death(F1) and 3 additional charges

On 2/8/19 Lower Paxton Township Police responded to a drug overdose in the 600 block of Blue Eagle Avenue. The victim was found deceased. Lower Paxton Township Police with assistance from the Dauphin County Drug Task Force, Dauphin Coroner's Office and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office...

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Charges:

2506(a) Drug delivery resulting in death(F1), 7512(A) Criminal Use Of Communication Facility(F3), 780-113(A)(30) Possession with Intent to Deliver(F), (35) 780-113 (a)(32) Use/Poss of Drug Paraphernalia(M)

April 10, 2019

Shabazz, Taariq Aquil - (18)3701(A)(1)(II) Robbery(F1)

On 4/9/19 Taariq Shabazz was arrested following a robbery at the Giant Food Store located in the 4200 block of Union Deposit Rd. Shabazz fled the scene and committed a second robbery at the Walmart in Swatara Township a short time later. Swatara Township Police Department were able to identify...

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Charges:

(18)3701(A)(1)(II) Robbery(F1)

April 9, 2019

Shomper, Keith - 2702(a)(8) Aggravated Assault (F2) and 1 additional charge

On 4/8/19 Lower Paxton Township Police arrested Keith Shomper following a report of suspected child abuse. Shomper was charged with Aggravated Assault, Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Simple Assault. Shomper was arraigned by MDJ Lindsey and released on $25,000.00 unsecured bail.

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Charges:

2702(a)(8) Aggravated Assault (F2), 4304(a)(1) Endangering Welfare of a Child (F3) and 2701(a)(1) Simple Assault (M1)

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June 2, 2018

Chisom, Adina L. - (1) Count of Access Device Fraud

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is requesting information on the current whereabouts of Adina Chisom. Anyone with information please contact Detective Dan Smeck at 717-554-1341 or submit a tip.

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Charges:

(1) Count of Access Device Fraud

December 11, 2017

Hetzel, David - (1) count of Aggravated Indecent Assault (F1); (1) count of Indecent Assault (F3); (1) count of Corruption...

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is requesting information on the current whereabouts of David Hetzel. Anyone with information should please call Detective Dan Smeck at 717-554-1341 or submit a tip.

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Charges:

(1) count of Aggravated Indecent Assault (F1); (1) count of Indecent Assault (F3); (1) count of Corruption of Minors (F3); (1) count of Unlawful Contact with a Minor (F1)

December 11, 2017

Hughes, Jeffrey - (1) Count of Forgery (F2); (1) Count of Theft by Deception (F3)

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is requesting information on the current whereabouts of Jeffrey Hughes. Anyone with information should please call Detective Dan Smeck at 717-554-1341 or submit a tip.

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Charges:

(1) Count of Forgery (F2); (1) Count of Theft by Deception (F3)

August 4, 2017

Morgan, Karla Shani - (1) Count of Burglary

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is requesting assistance and information on the whereabouts of Karla S. Morgan. Anyone with information should please contact Warrant Officer Dan Smeck at 717-554-1341 or submit a tip. Thank you

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Charges:

(1) Count of Burglary

August 4, 2017

Moore, Timothy Dane - (1) Count Arrest for Violation of Order

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is requesting assistance and information on the whereabouts of Timothy D. Moore. Anyone with information should please contact Warrant Officer Dan Smeck at 717-554-1341 or submit a tip. Thank you

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Charges:

(1) Count Arrest for Violation of Order

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January 31, 2019

Retail Theft

On 01/18/2019 at approximately 1;00 PM, the pictured subject entered Giant Food Store, 4211 Union Deposit Road, and stole merchandise. The female subject arrived in a dark colored SUV (unknown make or model), parked in the far section of the lot, and left the area in the same vehicle. The Lower...

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January 31, 2019

Retail Theft

On 01/18/2019 at approximately 2:25 PM, the pictured subject entered the Giant Food Store located at 4211 Union Deposit Road and stole merchandise. The subject arrived in a gray SUV, possibly a Nissan, and left the area in the same vehicle. The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is requesting...

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January 24, 2019

Theft - Attempt to Identify

Lower Paxton Police are investigating a retail theft at Giant, 4211 Union Deposit Rd. On 1/06/19, at about 10:10 AM, the pictured male stole multiple containers of baby food, worth over $200. Anyone with information about the man’s identity is asked to contact LPPD. Please reference case 19-0000245.

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January 17, 2019

Retail Theft

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is investigating a retail theft that occurred on 12/28/2018 at the Giant Food Store, 5005 Jonestown Road. The pictured male entered the store pushing a shopping cart full of items from other nearby retail stores. The suspect selected several items from...

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December 26, 2018

Counterfeit Bills Passed

On 11/10/2018 a suspect entered the Dunkin Donuts, located at 4005 Jonestown Road, and passed a counterfeit $20.00 bill during a transaction for food items. The suspect is described as a B/M, mid-20's, with dreadlocks, and wearing a pink camouflage jacket, blue jeans, and brown sneakers. The Lower...

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August 30, 2019

DUI ENFORCEMENT

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department will be engaged in proactive DUI enforcement efforts targeting impaired motorists during the upcoming weekend as part of the Dauphin County DUI Task Force initiatives. We stress to all motorists that designated drivers are the way to go!

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August 26, 2019

Attempt to Identify

Lower Paxton Township Police are investigating a retail theft that took place on 8/23/19 at the Giant Foods in the 4200 block of Union Deposit Rd. The pictured males are suspected of stealing approximately $300.00 worth of seafood. If anyone recognizes the suspects or has information on the theft,...

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August 23, 2019

2019 / 2020 BROCHURES - EMERGENCY PLANNING FOR THE THREE MILE ISLAND AREA

Nuclear power and public safety are important parts of emergency planning for the Three Mile Island area. Please find the latest Three Mile Island emergency planning brochures in both English and Spanish below. For additional information please visit http://www.threemileisland.org/

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August 7, 2019

LPPD Tee Shirts for Sale

The Lower Paxton Township Police Department is offering the pictured tee shirts for sale to the public. Show your support for the LPPD and stop by the station to purchase yours for $15. Visit the Records Office, located in the main lobby of the PD, Monday thru Friday from 8am to 4pm. Cash only...

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July 31, 2019

Attempt to Identify

The Lower Paxton Township Police are investigating a theft that occurred at the PNC Bank in the 4200 block of Union Deposit Rd. On 7/27/19 the pictured suspect entered the bank and was able to defraud the bank for a total loss of nearly $1000.00. If anyone recognizes the suspect or has information...

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