Lehigh Valley Weekly Police Blotter

Below is a weekly LV police blotter. If I missed something, please provide a link. If you have a comment that contributes, please share. But I remind you that this thread is not the place for pious condemnations. Also, I am not the ass located by Bangor police.

Bethlehem police seek bank robber. - On Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at approximately 1:30 pm, the Santander Bank on West Union Blvd. in Bethlehem, Lehigh County was robbed by a male of $11,000. The male was dressed in dark clothing, and a firearm was displayed. An amount of cash taken. The male fled on foot towards Allentown. No one was injured in the robbery. The Morning Call reports an arrest warrant has been issue for Kevin Maguire, 33, who lived on Fifth Street.

Easton (and Phillipsburg) Police to host Recovery Walk on 9/1. - in support of overdose awareness day. Walkers from Pa and Jersey will meet at the free bridge and will be handed a flower to toss off the bridge for some reason.

Lower Saucon Police Seek Kitten Thief. - On Sunday, August 19, 2018 at approximately 3:00 pm, a white, middle-aged female and two young children entered the Pet Valu located at 1854 Leithsville Rd Hellertown, PA. It is alleged the female stole a black kitten and various products. If anyone knows this person's identity and/or the whereabouts of the kitten please contact the Lower Saucon Township Police Department via the Crime Watch tip or Northampton County Non-Emergency 610-759-2200, thank you.


Upper Nazareth Police Admit Bribes! -  "NAZZY Moms Unite" dropped off a basket of treats for officers to enjoy while on patrol.

Coplay, Whitehall Police Conduct Active Shooter Drilll. - Getting ready for a "happy and safe" school year.

Bangor Police Locate Big Ass on Ridge Road. - (Not me!)

Emmaus Police Have Busy August.:

Retail Theft: Ashley Godshall, 18, with no known address, was arrested on 8/15/18 for Retail Theft after she removed an item from Turkey Hill 602 Chestnut Street without paying for it. A citation was filed at the Magistrate’s office.

Retail Theft: A 13 year old male was arrested for Retail Theft on 8/14/18 after he removed a pack of cigarettes valued at $7.20 from Turkey Hill 602 Chestnut Street. A citation was filed with the Magistrate’s office.

Theft: reported on 8/10/18 in the 100 block of S 6th Street. Actor removed paver bricks valued at $75 from victim’s property.

Simple Assault: A 17 year old male from Emmaus was arrested on 8/14/18 for Simple Assault and Harassment in the 600 block of Chestnut Street. Charges filed with Lehigh County Juvenile Court.

Theft: reported on 8/14/18 in the 300 block of Minor Street. Actor removed 4 tires valued at $2,000 from victim’s Toyota Venza.

Theft: reported on 8/17/18 at Emmaus Community Park 1401 Shimerville Road. Actor entered victim’s vehicle and removed his wallet and contents totaling $30.

Retail Theft: reported on 8/17/18 at Weis Markets 1220 Chestnut Street. A male removed $511.94 worth of items without paying for same.

Public Drunkenness: Rudy Black, 44, of Emmaus was arrested on 8/18/18 for Public Drunkenness in the 1000 block of Broad Street. A citation was filed with the Magistrate’s office.

Underage Drinking: A 17 year old male from Alburtis was arrested for Underage Drinking on 8/19/18 in the 1400 block of Chestnut Street. A citation was filed with the Magistrate’s office.

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