Pocono Township Police Dept

Today we remember and honor our fallen brother Joshua Miller who was killed in the line of duty on this day in 2009. Joshua valiantly saved the life of a 9 year old boy who had been kidnapped. His swift and heroic actions undoubtedly prevented further tragedy. Take a moment today to reflect on his heroic actions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION: The Pocono Township Police are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the pictured vehicle. It is believed to be an early 2000’s Dodge Ram with a black spare wheel, or heavily soiled with brake dust, on the passenger front. ... The vehicle was involved in a copper theft at FJ Hess Plumbing, in Swiftwater, shortly after midnight on 5-10-2021. Anyone with information is asked to call the non-emergency number at 570-992-9911 and ask to speak to a Pocono Township Officer. Callers may remain anonymous. Thanks in advance for all the likes and shares!

Lower Swiftwater Road (SR 314) between SR 611 and the fork at Upper Swiftwater Road will be closed to traffic for portions of Tuesday, June 1 through Friday, June 4 for road paving. Closure times: 6/1 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) and 6/2 - 6/4 (7 a.m. - 5 p.m.).

With tonight’s forecast for continued high winds we want to remind the public to take extra caution. There will be trees down. Never touch downed power lines, even if they appear to be safe they could carry a current that could result in disaster. Please be patient with emergency responders and crews working to clear the roads. Never go around detour signs, they are for your safety. Allow extra travel time and stay home unless absolutely necessary. ... Everyone be safe!

MISSING DOG Missing from Gardner RD, Stroudsburg since 5/29/21. Last seen on RT 715 near the Best Western in Tannersville. If you spot this pooch please call 570-992-9911 and ask to speak to a Pocono Township Officer. Thanks in advance for all the likes and shares!

Today is a bittersweet day in Pocono Township. After 31 years of exemplary service to the community, Officer Scott Kresge will be a retired man. Officer Kresge began his career in 1990 at the age of 21. Officer Kresge has faithfully served the community of Pocono Township with honor and distinction every single day since.... We at The Pocono Township Police Department ask everyone to join us in celebrating a long and prosperous career that has spanned more than 3 decades. Officer Kresge may you enjoy every day of your retirement to it’s fullest. You have certainly earned it! Congratulations Officer Kresge!

We at The Pocono Township Police Department would like to wish all a safe, happy, and healthy Memorial Day. While celebrating with friends and family, take a moment to reflect on the reason we celebrate this day and honor the ultimate sacrifice so many have made in the name of freedom.

LOST DOG: Lost pooch Kirby described as red/orange with short legs. Last seen on Warner Rd in Tannersville around 11:30am 5/29/21. If you have any info on Kirby’s whereabouts please call 570-992-9911 and ask to speak to a Pocono Township Officer.... Thanks in advance for all the likes and shares!

PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: May 23, 2021. Approximately 2:24pm. Location: Sunset Hill Shooting Range... Nature of incident: Gunshot wound. On May 23, 2021 at approximately 2:24pm, The Pocono Township Police were dispatched for a gunshot victim at Sunset Hill Shooting Range, Henryville. Through an investigation it was revealed to be a self inflicted gunshot wound. The victim was to the hospital and is being treated for non-life threatening injuries.

SUSPECT IDENTIFICATION: The Pocono Township Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the pictured male. The pictured male is suspected of stealing a credit card in Pocono Township and using it at Foot Locker in the Stroud Mall on two separare occasions over the past weekend.... If you have any information about the identity of the pictured male, please call the non-emergency number at 570-992-9911 and ask to speak to a Pocono Township Officer. Callers may remain anonymous. Thanks in advance for all the likes and shares!

UPDATE: owner has been located! FOUND DOGS: Found on Pin Oak LN in Tannersville. One is wearing a collar for an invisible fence. If you know who they may belong to please call 570-992-9911 and ask to speak to a Pocono Township Officer.... Thanks in advance for all the likes and shares!

April 11th through April 17th, 2021 is recognized as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! From all of us at The Pocono Township Police Department, thank you to the voices behind the speaker. We couldn’t do this without you and are forever grateful for your dedicated and selfless hard work 24/7/365.