LV 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.

Allentown Police seek patron who recently vandalized Cuchifrito's, a popular Latin American restaurant on N.7th St. "Have you heard about Chuchifrito on 7th St getting trashed by an angry customer last week? Are you bummed you had to go a couple days without their delicious fried plantains?

"I know we are, and we’d like to ask this guy why he was so angry! Anybody know who he is or how we can get in touch with him?

"If you recognize him or have any information, please give us a call at: 610-437-7751 or leave an anonymous tip at Allentown Tip411"

Moore Tp Police ask us to "slow down, drive safely and always wear your seatbelts!!" From July 9 to August 31, 2018, Aggressive Driver Speed Details on several roadways resulted in 75 citations, 61 of them for speeding. Some residents complained about truckers who speed, and police snagged a trucker doing 72 on Point Phillips Road.

Bethlehem Tp Police seek pickpocket who stole a woman's wallet from her purse on August 25 at Shop-Rite on Freemansburg Ave. He fled the scene in a white sedan and unsuccessfully tried to use her credit cards at Target in Lower Nazareth. Anyone who knows the identity of the male suspect is asked to contact Ptl. Durham at 610-419-9703 or email ndurham@bethlehemtwp.com. The suspect es dressed in white and bearded.

Bethlehem Police seek applications for the position of Reserve Adult Crossing Guards with the potential of Permanent Adult Crossing Guard. The position pays $10.98 per hour to start and hours vary week to week. Applicants must be able to drive and pass a background investigation. For more information please contact Sergeant Robert Kieffer at 610-865-7153 or e-mail rkieffer@bethlehem-pa.gov. Weblink - https://www.bethlehem-pa.gov/admin/jobs.html

Salisbury Tp Police and emergency personnel responded on Thursday to a one vehicle crash with a rollover at E Susquehanna Avenue. One person was injured and taken to the hospital.

Salisbury Tp Police have received funding from their own police officers' association and the Attorney General for Project Lifesaver bracelets that will enable loved ones and authorities to locate relatives who wander off as a result of Alzheimer's or dementia. Project LifeSaver options can be discussed with SGT Patten. 610-797-1447. (Blogger's Note: Kudos to the union representing police officers for their generosity to the community).

Lower Saucon Police have charged Paola Mercedes Rivera-Carmona, age 23, with false identification and related offenses after a August 15 stop on College Drive. Rivera-Carmona had no driver's license and no vehicle inspection, but did have an open container.

Lower Saucon Police have charged Essence Unique Stephens, 34, with possession of Methamphetamine and Drug Paraphernalia during a September 2 vehicle stop on Riverside Drive. Stephens was a passenger.

Colonial Regional Police to host Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday October 3rd from 7AM-9AM at the Hanover Township Community Center (3660 Jacksonville Road. Bethlehem, PA 18017). "There is no agenda, just conversations over coffee. Feel free to stop by, say hello and stay for a bit to start your day. We look forward to seeing you there!"

Catasaqua Police say anyone can have coffee with a cop. They invite you to Pizza With the Police on  Thursday,  September 20, 5-7 pm, at the Catasauqua Playground Large Pavilion.

Hellertown Police on Thursday charged Lance Remington Eure, 59, a member of the borough's garbage crew, with felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver as well as misdemeanor possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was arrested when he reported to work and has been jailed in lieu of $100,000 bail. His preliminary hearing is set for September 20.

Upper Macungie Police warn residents of a "sextortion" scams in which victims are threatened they will be outed for having viewed pornography unless they pay a ransom fee. They also report 13 DUIs in August.

Emmaus Police remain busy.  -

- Retail Theft: A 15 year old male from Emmaus was arrested on 8/16/18 for Retail Theft after he removed a pack of cigarettes valued at $7.71 from the Turkey Hill 602 Chestnut Street. A citation was filed at the Magistrate’s office.

- Emily Higdon, 18, of Topton was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance on 8/30/18 in the unit block of E Main Street. Charges filed with Lehigh County Court.

- Theft: reported on 8/20/18. Unknown actor removed victim’s trailer hitch valued at $200 from a driveway in the 300 block of Pine Street.

- Hit and Run: reported on 8/30/18 in the 1000 block of Little Lehigh Drive. Unknown vehicle struck the front of the victim’s Toyota Tacoma, causing $1,500 damage.

- Theft from a Motor Vehicle: reported on 8/31/18 in the 100 block of Pine Street. Actor removed 4 hubcaps off of victim’s Toyota Tundra totaling $100.

- Criminal Mischief: reported on 9/3/18 in the 900 block of Chestnut Street. Unknown actor punctured victim’s tire on his Chevy Cavalier causing $200 damage.

- Found Item: A bag containing a blood sugar test kit was found in the 500 block of Broad Street. The bag is being held at the Emmaus Police Department.