Kennett Township Police Department

Please read for details pertaining to a vehicle theft and shooting investigation from our neighbors at the Kennett Square PD. Unfortunately, the area has experienced an increase in thefts of and thefts from unlocked vehicles during the overnight hours. We'd like to remind all residents to always lock your car doors and keep valuables out of sight.

Update 2/25/21: We're thrilled to report that Lupe/Miley is back at the SPCA and receiving medical and behavioral evaluation. She's warm & safe and we're so grateful to the amazing team of staff and volunteers that assisted us during this challenging time. -------

Winter Storm Warning for Chester County from 10am today to 10am Tues. Here are some Winter Weather Reminders

Plow operators need space to do their jobs safely. Don't crowd the plow! If you must be on the roads during tomorrow's storm, brush up on winter driving tips ahead of time at PennDOT.gov/winter. #PAWinter Pennsylvania Turnpike

As many area schools go back to school today, we would like to remind everyone of school bus safety. Please be patient!

The Kennett Township Police Department would like to remind everyone that removing campaign signs from another person's property is considered theft and often criminal trespass. We do investigate these incidents. Currently, we are investigating the theft of signs from a property in the 400 block of Bayard Road. The most recent occurrence was on Sunday, October 4th at approximately 6:54 PM. If anyone can identify the subjects in these photos, we would like to have a conversation with them. If you have any information about this incident or these subjects, please contact Det. Amanda Wenrich at 610-388-2874, Ext. 304 or [email protected].

Our department has been receiving multiple reports of thefts and damages to political campaign signs in Kennett Township, we would like to remind members of the public that stealing or damaging a political campaign sign is a crime. Our friends at Tredyffrin Township Police Department said it well Keep in mind... it’s 2020! Cameras are everywhere. Don’t ruin that spotless record over the displeasure of a neighbors political views.

Railroad crossing markings were painted on newly paved Norway Road today! We may not have regional rails in our area, but it is still important to make sure you stop for trains.

About Operation Lifesaver Operation Lifesaver Inc. is a nonprofit public safety education and awareness organization dedicated to reducing collisions, fatalities and injuries at highway-rail crossings and preventing trespassing on or near railroad tracks. A national network of trained volunteers gives free presentations on rail safety and a public awareness campaign, See Tracks? Think Train! provides tips and statistics to encourage safe behavior near the tracks. OLI leads an international observance of Rail Safety Week each September. Learn more about Rail Safety Week; follow OLI on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube. https://oli.org/

It’s #RailSafetyWeek! Did you know that every 3 hours in the U.S., a person or vehicle is hit by a train? Help us #STOPTrackTragedies always be cautious when approaching railroad crossings.

National Preparedness Month-How do you and your family receive emergency notifications? Sign up for ReadyChesCo - Chester County's official emergency alert system. Visit readychesco.org

"A day of remembrance for those that lost their lives, and those who gave their lives. We remember"

Stay alert for COVID-19 contact tracing scams! Scams might include a caller asking for your Social Security number or payment for tracing services. If you're... unsure and want to verify if the caller does actually work in contact tracing, call DOH at 1-877-PA HEALTH (1-877-724-3258) to verify. Contact tracers WILL ask for: verification of DOB, address + any additional phone numbers if you've already tested positive for COVID-19 they may also ask for the date and location of where you were tested. Contact tracers will NEVER ask for: social security number, financial or bank account information, or personal details unrelated to COVID-19 photographs or videos of any kind passwords money or payment Learn more: https://bit.ly/33XnfDt

ROADS UPDATE: Pemberton Rd. is closed between Mill Rd. and Bancroft Rd. due to a pipe washout. We'll let you know when it's opened again.

The NWS Mt. Holly is advising heavy rain and flash flooding for Chester County for Tuesday. Here are some Things to Remember.

August 3 at 9am- Here's the latest weather overview for Chester County from NWS Mt. Holly. Primary hazard is significant rainfall that could lead to flooding. For more information visit www.weather.gov/phi