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HARRISBURG, PA — A sharp reminder echoed across Pennsylvania streets this October during the annual Operation Safe Stop initiative. While progress is evident—a decrease from 177 to 131 violations of the …
School Bus Safety Gets Smarter: Violations Drop as New Technology Takes the Wheel Read More
ALBION, PA — Authorities are investigating the death of Nicholas Martin, a 34-year-old inmate at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Albion, who was discovered unresponsive in his cell on the …
Inmate Found Deceased at SCI Albion Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — With winter’s chill settling across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Animal Cruelty Unit are urging pet owners to comply with state …
Winter Warning for Pet Owners: PSP Highlights Legal Risks of Animal Neglect in Freezing Temps Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — With the bustling holiday travel season underway, several state and local agencies gathered yesterday at the Chester County Historic Courthouse in West Chester to promote safe …
Operation Safe Holiday Aims to Protect Travelers With Crackdown on Impaired Driving and Seat Belt Violations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Attorney General Michelle Henry, alongside the Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Police, announced charges this week against 20 individuals allegedly …
Drug Empire Crumbles: Philadelphia’s Biggest Cocaine Ring Busted in Dramatic Raid Read More
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA — The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation (PennDOT) and Education, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania State Police, West Shore Regional Police, and the West Shore School District, this week …
Operation Safe Stop Highlights Ongoing Efforts to Enhance School Bus Safety in Pennsylvania Read More
BELLEFONTE PA — The State Correctional Institution at Rockview has reported the death of inmate Reginald Hawkins, aged 69, who was discovered unresponsive in his cell on the morning of October …
Inmate Found Dead at Rockview Correctional Facility: Investigation Underway Read More
HERSHEY, PA — The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) have announced significant progress in the construction of a new, state-of-the-art training academy in Hershey, PA. This ambitious project aims to replace the …
Transforming Training: New State Police Academy Takes Shape in Hershey Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a ceremony held on October 24, the Pennsylvania State Police recognized the promotion of several key personnel within its ranks, underscoring a commitment to excellence and …
Promotions Announced in Pennsylvania State Police Leadership Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and Commonwealth University have formalized an agreement granting college credits to state troopers who successfully complete cadet basic training at the Pennsylvania …
Pennsylvania State Police and Commonwealth University Forge Pathway to Higher Education for Cadets Read More