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I ask that you get invested in our community. Take an active interest in what we all seek; a safe community for each other and our families, by reporting crimes and suspicious activity. Enjoy all that Chambersburg has to offer and remember that we, the Chambersburg Police Department, will be here for you.

-Ron Camacho, Chief of Police
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December 26, 2018

Accident Involving damage to an unattended vehicle

On 12/23/18 CPD took a report of an accident involving damage. The parked vehicle was struck between the evening of 12/22 till the morning of 12/23. The striking vehicle should have damage to the right side of their vehicle. If anyone has information regarding the striking vehicle, you can contact...

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December 25, 2018

Found Property

On 12/25/18, CPD took a report of a found property. A PA driver's license belonging to Seth Perry was found in the 600 block of Lincoln Way E. The owner can claim the property at the Chambersburg Police Department.

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December 25, 2018

Criminal Mischief and Theft

On 12/20/2018, the owner of a Coca-Cola machine in the 400 block of N Second St reported that someone had broken the lock on the machine and stole approximately $60.00 of change. Anyone with information is asked to submit a tip on Crimewatch or contact Chambersburg Police.

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December 25, 2018

Criminal Mischief

On 12/20/2018 CPD officers were dispatched to the 200 block of S. Eighth Street for a report of criminal mischief that had occurred the previous night (12/19/2018). The victim reported hearing a loud bang the night before around 1815 hours before finding that her front storm door's trimming had...

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December 25, 2018

Accident Involving Damage to Attended Vehicle

On 12/24/18 at approximately 1344 hours, CPD responded to the 100 Block of W Washington St for a report of a hit and run. The victim reported that while on W. Loudon St, they were rear ended by a Maroon SUV. The SUV then left the scene of the accident without providing the proper documents. The SUV...

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November 21, 2018

Thomas, Kimberly Lee - (1) count Aggravated Assault (F1) and (1) count Simple Assault (M2)

On Tuesday, 11/20/2018, the Chambersburg Police Department (CPD) was dispatched to the Chambersburg Hospital ER for a male patient who sustained a chest wound. CPD units were informed that the laceration on the male's chest appeared to be from a sharp object. After further investigation, it was...

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Charges:

(1) count Aggravated Assault (F1) and (1) count Simple Assault (M2)

November 19, 2018

Culbertson, Bernadette - (1) Count of Driving under the Influence of Alcohol or a Controlled Substance

On November 18th, 2018 at 8:46 P.M. a witness reported that the driver of a vehicle was asleep behind the wheel in the 400 block of N Franklin St. The Chambersburg Police arrived on scene and found Bernadette Culbertson asleep behind the wheel. Investigation revealed she had been driving under the...

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Charges:

(1) Count of Driving under the Influence of Alcohol or a Controlled Substance

November 16, 2018

Bentley , Christine L - (1) count Driving Under the Influence Alcohol and 1 additional charge

On 11/04/2018 Chambersburg Police observed a vehicle back into another vehicle in the parking lot of 464 Hollywell Ave and then leave the area. A traffic stop was conducted on the driver of the striking vehicle in the area of 57 W South St. Christine Bentley was found to be driving while under the...

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Charges:

(1) count Driving Under the Influence Alcohol, (1) count Accidents Involving Damage to an Attended Vehicle

November 14, 2018

Juvenile, Juvenile - Curfew

On 11-14-18 at 0307 hrs, a 14 year male juvenile was located in the area of Black Ave at W. Washington St. in violation of the Borough's Curfew ordinance. The juvenile was cited and released to family.

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Curfew

November 13, 2018

Perez, Francisco - (1) Count of Public Drunkenness (S)

On November 7th, 2018 at 9:47 PM, The Chambersburg Police were dispatched to the Coyle Free Library, located at 102 N Main St, for an unconscious man lying on a bench in front of the building. The man was identified as Francisco Perez. Investigation revealed he was intoxicated in public and he was...

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Charges:

(1) Count of Public Drunkenness (S)

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October 7, 2016

Accidents involving Damage

An unknown person struck the Yield to pedestrians sign, at the Rails to Trails on Lincoln Way West. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chambersburg Police Department.

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All Other - Non-Criminal

October 3, 2016

Hit and Run Accident

On the stated date and time a commercial tractor trailer struck the overhead railroad bridge on E. McKinley St. causing some damage to the concrete structure. The vehicle also struck a borough road sign prior to fleeing the scene of the accident without making notification to law enforcement...

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All Other - Criminal

October 1, 2016

Accident

On 9/30/16 Chambersburg Police responded to 1617 Orchard Drive for an accident. A tractor trailer driver had turned into the parking lot to turn around. During the turning maneuver he struck a light standard with his trailer. No one was injured.

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All Other - Non-Criminal

September 29, 2016

Escape

On 9-29-16 at approximately 1441 hrs, Lamuel E. Gravesande escaped from police custody during an investigation by the Franklin County Drug Task Force. With the help of the Borough's downtown surveillance camera's he was able to be tracked to an address on North St. However, Gravesande fled the area...

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All Other - Criminal

September 25, 2016

Drug Overdose

On 9-24-2016 Chambersburg Police responded to 452 S. Third Street due to an opioid related overdose of a 50 year old male. A bystander on the scene provided the victim with naloxone which revived him. The victim was transported to the Chambersburg Hospital for further treatment however, he is...

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December 10, 2018

Criminal Mischief

On 12/08/2018, CPD responded to the 800-block of E McKinley St for a report of criminal mischief. A group of teenagers threw a lawn ornament at the front of a house, causing damage. Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Chambersburg Police Department in person or by phone...

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December 6, 2018

Criminal Mischief

On 12/01/2018 CPD officers were dispatched for a report of criminal mischief in the 100 block of W. King Street. The victim reported that between 6 pm and 8 pm this date an unknown suspect had broken out the driver's side window of her vehicle. Anyone with information is please asked to contact the...

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December 6, 2018

Theft By Unlawful Taking

On 12/5/2018, a Chambersburg resident reported that someone stole a package off of their front porch in the 300 block of S 5th St on 12/1/2018 between the hours of 11:00 am -7:00.pm. Anyone with information is asked to submit a tip on Crimewatch or contact Chambersburg Police.

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December 6, 2018

Accidents Involving Damage to Unattended Vehicle

On 11/21/2018 at approximately 1300 hours, a Chambersburg resident reported that a bus had struck their parked vehicle along the 100 block of S Fourth St. Anyone with information in regards to the striking vehicle (I.E. bus number, bus company or registration) is asked to submit a tip on Crimewatch...

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December 5, 2018

Theft by Unlawful Taking

On 12/3/18 at approximately 1530 hours, CPD took a report of a theft involving a package. The package was stolen off the front porch of a townhouse in the 100 block of Buchanan St. The package contained a watch, a pink t-shirt with a Lilo and Stitch graphic on the front, and a white long sleeve...

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April 6, 2018

Vehicle Registration Reminder

The Chambersburg Police Department would like to remind Vehicle Owners of the need to register their vehicles. Since, PennDot has stopped issuing stickers sometime it is easy to forget the need to renew your vehicle registration. The Chambersburg Police Department has several vehicles equipped with...

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March 18, 2018

Road Closure

Due to an accident in which a vehicle struck a utility pole, Philadelphia Ave (Rt 11) will be closed between Kenwood & Vine St. in the Borough of Chambersburg for approx. 4-5 hours Sunday morning starting at approx. 0400 hrs. There are signs in the area warning of the road closure. Please use...

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March 13, 2018

Situational Awareness Presentation

On 3/13/2018, Chief Camacho conducted a Situational Awareness presentation to the Seventh Day Adventist church on E Liberty St where he spoke to members of the church about active shootings, warnings signs to look for in your surroundings and suspicious persons. Anyone seeking a presentation should...

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March 13, 2018

Saint Patrick's Day Drunk Driving Prevention - March 17, 2018

THE PENNSYLVANIA DUI ASSOCIATION AND CHAMBERSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT REMINDER ALL DRIVERS Don't bet your luck on it: IMPAIRED driving is deadly driving This St. Paddy's Day, remember: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over (MARCH 12, 2018) - Harrisburg , PA - The Pennsylvania Driving Under the Influence...

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March 7, 2018

Chambersburg Police Chief Particpates in the MDA Lock-UP

On Thursday March 8th from 10am to 11am, Chambersburg Police Chief Ron Camacho is going behind bars. Yes, that’s right — me, in the slammer — here’s the low-down. Every day, kids and adults are diagnosed with muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases that take away the most basic freedoms – the...

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