Yardley Borough Police Department

LAW ENFORCEMENT LOSSES: May we always remember FBI Federal Bureau of Investigation S/A Daniel Alfin and S/A Laura Schwartzenberger who made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting our Nation. May we always honor their sacrifice and remember those they left behind.

YARDLEY BOROUGH ON AIR: This afternoon, Chief Joseph Kelly will 'pinch hit' for Mayor Chris Harding and guest host Wbcb 1490am Radio's YARDLEY BOROUGH ON AIR show from 2-3 PM. Joining the Chief will be former Yardley Borough Police Patrolman Harry Barnes and current Yardley Borough Police Corporal Adam Clark who will discuss their police service to the Borough three decades apart.... This is an excellent opportunity to learn about your Yardley Boro Police Department and our great YBPD officers. You can tune in at 1490am or listen via the web at: https://wbcb1490.com/ and clicking listen live.

STORM UPDATE: The winter storm continued overnight and is expected to taper off today. Real time weather projections can be viewed at: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php...... While our public works contractors have been doing a great job ensuring roads remain passable, the temporary Emergent NO PARKING order along East Afton Ave and South Main Street remains in full effect. We thank you for your cooperation thus far and and ask for your continued patience with keeping vehicles removed from all streets where possible and not traveling for non-essential reasons. Any questions may be referred to the YBPD at 215-493-2782 or [email protected]

TEMPORARY PARKING RESTRICTIONS : There is a winter storm foretasted to begin Sunday, January 31 which is expected to bring snow through the afternoon, evening and following day. Real time weather projections can be viewed at: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php... As a result of these snow projections, the Yardley Borough Police Department will implement a temporary Emergent NO PARKING order along East Afton Ave and South Main Street beginning at 4 PM on Sun., January 31, 2021. These parking restrictions will be posted with the below sign, enforced by police officers and will assist with expediting snow removal. We also ask that where possible vehicles be removed from all streets and that during the storm non-essential traffic is restricted. Any questions may be referred to the YBPD at 215-493-2782 or [email protected]

GIFT OF COMPASSION: Earlier today Chief Kelly and Ofc. Kulchinsky accepted a donation of ‘comfort blankets’ from area resident Barbara Veil. Ms. Veil stitched the blankets at home with materials purchased at a local sale. The blankets were stitched with the intent of bringing comfort to a child and the hope is they will never be needed. The blankets will be sealed and added to the marked police units. ... Our thanks to Ms. Veil for the donation and for the visit.

COMMUNITY APPRECIATION: This afternoon we were visited by Colleen from Starbucks who surprised us with a poster signed by their customers, PPE items, coffee/treats as well as a gift card from an anonymous customer for on-duty officers to get coffee. We are appreciative of Starbucks and their great customers for their generosity and continued support of our mission.

WONDERFUL NOTES: Our thanks to the students of Saint Ignatius of Antioch School who prepared and delivered these wonderful notes and balloon. After reading these thoughtful notes they were added to our board of gratitude joining the others we have received since March. ... Thank you for your support!!

DRUG TAKE BACK TODAY: Now is a great time to clean out your medicine cabinet for safe disposal of unused, unneeded, or expired medications for today’s Drug Take Day from 10 a.m. 2 p.m.! You can also dispose of pet meds and vape products to one of Bucks County Take Back Collection sites. ... Remember: By simply ridding your home of these unneeded medications, you can help save a life. Numerous collection sites around the County will be drive thru. Our site will be a lobby drop (face covering mandated) or pull your vehicle to YBPD door and call 215-493-2782 x 404 for the officer to come out. #BucksCoTakeBack2020 #RxTakeBackDay2020

COMMUNITY OUTREACH - 2020 PETAL IT FORWARD AREA OF MAIN ST. & AFTON AV. Earlier this afternoon members of the Yardley Borough Police Department partnered with Ye Olde Yardley Florist for the annual National Petal it Forward Event.... Yardley Boro Officers, Auxiliary Officers and our Police Intern handed complimentary pairs of flowers to motorists and pedestrians as they passed through the center of town. The recipients were asked to #petalitforward by giving one of the two to someone else. It was great meeting and speaking with so many folks in the community and we again look forward to next year.

This weekend, YBPD officers had the privilege of leading a parade of vehicles in honor of Mary Arata, age 98. Ms. Arata is a lifelong Yardley Borough resident who celebrated her 74th year as a charter member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6393 Auxiliary. Congratulations Ma'am! https://www.buckslocalnews.com//article_adee77ce-120a-11eb

DELICIOUS AND THOUGHTFUL: Our thanks to the Mihalek family who generously sent lunch today from the Yardley Inn Restaurant & Bar. The Mihalek family has always supported the YBPD and today is another example. Thank you for your kindness and generosity!!

WELCOME OFFICER DRAGON: On Sept. 15th, Yardley Borough Council approved the hiring of Ofc. Joseph Dragon to fill a PT Officer Vacancy. This morning Ofc. Dragon was sworn in by Mayor Chris Harding and then attended training. Please join us in welcoming Ofc. Dragon to the Borough and the YBPD!

POLICE BLOTTER ARRESTS: DATE & TIME: Tuesday, 09.15.2020 3:47 AM LOCATION: ... 40 Block of South Main Street CHARGES: Open Warrant - Philadelphia DETAILS: A YBPD officer on patrol observed a vehicle driving at extremely low speed with 4 way flashers on. A query of the plate revealed the owner was wanted out of Philadelphia for assault. As a result, a male, age 32, from Philadelphia, PA was arrested, processed and turned over to the custody of the Philadelphia Police Department. DATE & TIME: Tuesday, 09.15.2020 9:30 AM LOCATION: Police HQ, S. Main St. CHARGES: Open Warrant Ethnic Intimidation, Harassment and Terroristic Threats DETAILS: On 9-9, 2020, the YBPD obtained a warrant for the suspect in a telephonic threats case. On 9-15-20 the suspect surrendered himself and was arrested. The 60 year old male from Allentown, PA, was processed, arraigned and released on unsecure bail. The matter is pending court. DATE & TIME: Saturday, 09.12.2020 8:03 PM LOCATION: North Main Street at Irving Sts. CHARGES: Speeding and Drug/Paraphernalia Possession DETAILS: A YBPD officer conducting speed enforcement at N. Main & Irving Sts. observed a vehicle traveling 49.5 MPH in a 25 MPH zone. During the stop, suspected marijuana and paraphernalia were discovered in the vehicle. A male, age 20, from Hamilton Twp., NJ, was arrested, charged with speeding and misdemeanor drug offenses, and released. The matter is pending court.

THANKS to Debora who stopped by yesterday afternoon with muffins!

APPRECIATION: Our thanks to the kind man who surprised the duty officers’ by picking up their lunch today and for the note!

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HAPPY GRANPARENTS DAY!! Grandparents teach, protect and mentor us. Chief Kelly and the members of the YBPD wish all grandparents a very special Grandparents Day 2020. We especially recognize our grandparents who serve the YBPD and protect the Borough:... PFC William Bailey Jr. Officer Carlito Cortez Aux. Officer Brian Welch