NEIGHBORHOOD ALERTS PROGRAM 

 

In an effort raise public awareness of crime, and to reduce crime in our community, the Cheltenham Police Department has instituted a Neighborhood Alerts Program. The program is designed to get the word out to residents about a particular problem or crime in the Township. The goal of the Neighborhood Alert Program is to raise public awareness about a particular problem, with the hope that when residents view these alerts, they will call to report similar suspicious activity to the Police. The program works like this If the Police think there is a problem or an increase in criminal activity in a particular section of the Township, the Police Department will post an Alert on our Webpage to a particular section of the community outlining the problem.  A similar alert program has been used in the Melrose Park section of the Township for the past few years and the Police Department is expanding these alerts to all Township residents. The purpose of the Neighborhood Alert Program is to keep the community informed about activity in their neighborhood, with the hope that they will take steps to avoid becoming victimized. For the Police Department to be most effective, we need the public's help and support.   

 

 

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Click on your section of the Township to view Alerts in your area.

 

Cedarbrook Section

 

Cheltenham Village Section

 

Edge Hill / Glenside Section

 

Elkins Park Section

 

La Mott Section

 

Laverock Section

 

Lynnewood Gardens Section

 

Melrose Park Section

 

Wyncote Section

 

CRIME PREVENTION TIP OF THE WEEK:  

 

Don't make a criminal's job easy; lock your car and place expensive items out of plain view.  

 

 

ALERT:

 

Burglaries

 

In the past month the Police Department has seen a spike in residential burglaries in the Township. Residents are asked to be extra vigilant and are encouraged to immediately report suspicious persons and activities to Police.  

 

Anyone with any information on any of these incidents are encouraged to call Cheltenham Detectives at 215 885-1600 ext 499. Tips can also be reported anonymously using the Tip line @ 215 885-1600 ext 777 or by email using the Tip link on the Township webpage @ www.cheltenham-township.org

 

 

Theft From Autos

 

Cheltenham Township Police need your help with investigating  a series of Theft from Autos taking place throughout the Township.  Residents are encouraged to be extra vigilant and to lock their vehicles when parked overnight.  Please report suspicious activity to Cheltenham Police Radio Via 9-1-1 or at 215-885-1600, ext. 1. Residents are encouraged to immediately report suspicious persons or activities to Police.  Anyone with information on any crime who would like to remain anonymous can report their information using the tip line listed below.

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

 

Anonymous Tips Line

 

The Cheltenham Police Department has an “Anonymous Tip Line” in place so that residents can anonymously report suspicions on drug and criminal activities There are two anonymous methods available for reporting these activities to Police. You can leave a voice message by contacting (215) 885-1600 ext. 777, or you can log onto the Cheltenham Township Web Page at www.cheltenhamtownship.org  anonymous tip link is at the top of the page.

 

The Cheltenham Police Department needs the public’s help in identifying problems, so we can help to improve the quality of life in our community.  

 

To check on current Neighborhood Alerts in your area without providing your e-mail address, please click on to the appropriate link.

 

 

Cedarbrook Section

07-05-10 through 07-20-10

 

 

07-05-10         2105 hrs                                   SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE                  Case #10-12856

Location:          2400 Blk. of Ashbourne Rd.                                                                             Dist. E

Misc:                On 7/5/10 at about 1945 hrs, a neighbor observed two males standing inside the complainant’s kitchen.  The neighbor thought the individuals knew the homeowner’s daughter, but this was not the case.  Nothing appeared out of order and there were no signs of force.

Actors:             One black male and one white male, both about 18 YOA.  NFD

Report by:        Ofc. O’Donnell #972

 

07-06-10         0949 hrs                                   ATTEMPTED BURGLARY; ARREST      Case #10-12883

Location:          Unit Blk. Of Underwood Rd, Wyncote                                                                         Dist. D

Misc:                Compl saw a juvenile male attempting to break into the residence through a window. Police stopped a juvenile male matching the    description and a positive ID was given, male was arrested and transported to PAB.                                       

 Report by:       Ofc Poirier #934

 

07-09-10         2010 hrs                                     STOLEN AUTO                                           Case #10-13163

Location:          Home Depot; 2385 Cheltenham Ave                                                                Dist. E

Misc:                1995 Gray Chrysler Cirrus PA-HBT8627 removed between 0900-1130

Report by:        Ofc Murray #992

 

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

Cheltenham Village Section

07-05-10 through 07-20-10

07-05-10         1044 hrs                                   THEFT                                                            Case #10-12815

Location:          400 Blk. of Jefferson Ave                                                                                 Dist. K

Misc.:               Overnight, three W/M’s stole three garden gnomes

Report by:        Ofc. Hungerford #1021

                       

07-09-10         0712 hrs                                   THEFT FROM AUTO                                    Case #10-13102

Location:          22 E. Township Line Rd                                                                                   Dist. I

Misc:                Between 0900 hrs on 07/08/10 and 0715 hrs on 07/09/10 unknown actor(s) removed the two rear wheels from the vehicle parked in the lot.

Report by:        Ofc Brennan #1005

 

07-11-10         1322 hrs.                                  THEFT FROM AUTO                                    Case #10-13273

Location:          Conklin Pool                                                                                                    Dist. K

Misc:                Window broken on a minivan and purse taken

Report By:        Ofc. Hungerford #1021

 

07-16-10         2147 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13699

Location:          300 Blk. of Ashbourne Rd. Elkins Park                                                             Dist. K

Misc:                Unknown actor entered house and stole a Dell laptop computer.

Report By:        Ofc. Degliomini #1020

 

07-18-10         2032 hrs                                   ATTEMPTED BURGLARY                            Case #10-13822

Location:          400 Blk. of Jefferson Ave. Cheltenham                                                             Dist. K

Misc:                Unknown actor attempted to gain entry through front door.

Report By:        Ofc. Degliomini #1020

 

Cheltenham Township Police need your help with investigating  a series of break ins taking place in this area. Residents are encouraged to be extra vigilant and to lock their homes and set alarms when leaving the house. Lock your car and don't leave valuables in plain site in your car. Please report suspicious activity to Cheltenham Police Radio Via 9-1-1 or at 215-885-1600, ext. 1. Residents are encouraged to immediately report suspicious persons or activities to Police.  Anyone with information on any crime who would like to remain anonymous can report their information using the tip line listed above.

 

Residents in the area are encouraged to report suspicious people and activity immediately, to Police, via 9-1-1.   

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Cheltenham Township Detective at 215-885-1600 ext. 499 

Edge Hill/Glenside Section

07-05-10 through 07-20-10

07-05-10         1756 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-12850

Location:          500 Blk. of  East Ave., Glenside                                                                                   Dist. A

Misc:                Between 7/3/10 at 1800 hours and 7/5/10 at 1700 hours, unknown actor(s) entered through an unlocked door and removed clothing, a laptop, digital camera and a Beretta PX4 handgun. 

Report by:        Ofc. Murray #992                                                                                           

 

07-18-10         1844 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13808

Location:          240 S. Easton Rd. Glenside                                                                              Dist. A

Misc:                Males broke north side window. Stole cash and cigarettes. Fled in blue pickup.

Report By:        Ofc. Walsh #993

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

Elkins Park Section

07-05-10 through 07-20-10

07-09-10         0257hrs                                    BURGLARY ATTEMPT                                 Case #10-13098

Location:          7800 Blk. of Caversham Rd                                                                             Dist F

Misc:                Police responded to a burglar alarm, a male had rang the door bell and fled. Entry was attempted through a rear kitchen bay window by removing the glass pane.

Report by:        Ofc.Fahy #960                                                                                                 1014

 

 

07-09-10         0303hrs                                    BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13099

Location:          7800 Blk. of Caversham Rd                                                                             Dist F

Misc:                Glass pane removed from kitchen window & sliding glass door was forced open. Bedroom was ransacked, silverware & a digital picture frame were taken.

Report by:        Ofc.Fahy #960                        

 

07-10-10         2154 hrs                       BURGLARY: FORCE                    Case #10-13247                                                                                                                         Dist. F                                  

Location:          400 Blk. of Brighton Place, Elkins Park                                                

Misc:              Unknown actor(s) made entry into the stated residence by forcing a rear first floor window at approximately 2154 hours on this date. Police responded to the residence for an alarm and found the rear window forced. Unknown if anything taken at time of the report.

 

07-11-10         1954 hrs                                   ATTEMPTED BURGLARY                            Case #10-13294

Location:          8300 Blk. of High School Road, Elkins Park                                                     Dist. F

Misc:                Between 7/9/10 at 1500 hrs and 7/11/10 at 1800 hrs. North side window

                        tampered with, no entry gained.

Report by:        Ofc. McCabe #916

 

07-14-10         1722 hrs                                   RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY                          Case #10-13536

Location:          600 Blk. of Webb Rd, EP                                                                                Dist. H

Misc:                On 7/14/10, between 1000 hours and 1720 hours, unknown actor(s) forced entry, via a rear door, and removed a couple hundred dollars in change and two watches from a bedroom.

Report by:        Ofc. Sparango #971

 

07-17-10         1350hrs                                    BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13733

Location:          1000 Blk. of Dixon Rd                                                                                     Dist. F

Misc:                Police responded to an alarm and found a smashed out front window & open sliding glass door, nothing appears taken.

Report By:        Ofc.Lambrechtse #954

 

07-17-10         1445hrs                                    BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13737

Location:          7809 Clyde Stone Dr                                                                                       Dist. F

Misc:                Police observed a forced open sliding door.

Report By:       Ofc.Lambrechtse #954

 

07-19-10         1440 hrs.                                  BURGLARY – NO FORCE                            Case #10-13883

Location:          7900 Blk. of Whitewood Road Dist. F

Misc:                occurred between 0700-1100, entry into unlocked door. Master bedroom ransacked and jewelry taken.  Home was occupied at the time

Report by:        Ofc. McCabe #916

 

Cheltenham Township Police need your help with investigating  a series of Burglaries taking place throughout the Township.  Residents are encouraged to be extra vigilant and to lock their vehicles when parked overnight.  Please report suspicious activity to Cheltenham Police Radio Via 9-1-1 or at 215-885-1600, ext. 1. Residents are encouraged to immediately report suspicious persons or activities to Police.  Anyone with information on any crime who would like to remain anonymous can report their information using the tip line info listed above

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

 

 

LaMott Section

06-17-10 through 07-04-10

 

07-05-10         1625 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-12836

Location:          7700 Blk. of Juniper Ave                                                                                  Dist. H

Misc.:               Actor(s) forced a front first floor window and ransacked a second floor bedroom between 7-2-10 and 7-5-10.

Report by:        Ofc. Brennan #1005

                       

07-06-10         1334 hrs                                   ATTEMPTED BURGLARY                            Case #10-12983

Location:          7700 Blk. of Sycamore Ave                                                                             Dist. H

Misc:                North side door was tampered with in an attempt to gain entry sometime between, 06-25-10 and 07-06-10 at 1300 hours.

Report by:        Ofc Corbo #1018

 

07-11-10         2314 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13306

Location:          7700 Blk.of Juniper Road, Elkins Park                                                              Dist. H

Misc:                Between 1000-2300 rear window forced/items removed

Report by:        Ofc. McCabe #916

 

Cheltenham Township Police need your help with investigating  a series of Burglaries taking place throughout the Township.  Residents are encouraged to be extra vigilant and to lock their vehicles when parked overnight.  Please report suspicious activity to Cheltenham Police Radio Via 9-1-1 or at 215-885-1600, ext. 1. Residents are encouraged to immediately report suspicious persons or activities to Police.  Anyone with information on any crime who would like to remain anonymous can report their information using the tip line info listed above

     

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

 

Laverock Section

07-05-10 through 07-20-10

07-08-10         2113hrs                                    VANDALISM                                                 Case #10-13083

Location:          AT&T, 1000 S. Easton Rd                                                                               Dist B

Misc:                Rock thrown through the window of the store by a group of juveniles, fled south into the city.

Report by:        Ofc.Choi #991

 

07-12-10         0149 hrs                                   THEFT FROM AUTO                                    Case #10-13311

Location:          1000 S. Easton Road, Pathmark lot, Cedarbrook                                             Dist. B

Misc:                Items removed from vehicle

Report by:        Ofc. Moore #983

 

07-13-10         2056 hrs                                   THEFT FROM AUTO                                    Case #10-13473

Location:          1000 S. Easton Rd. Wyncote                                                                           Dist. B

Misc:                Pocketbook stolen from vehicle.

Report By:        Ofc. Walsh #993

 

07-14-10         1947 hrs                                   ROBBERY: STRONG ARM                           Case #10-13547

Location:          1000 S. Easton Rd., Walmart,                                                                            Dist. B

Misc:                Unknown female, while attempting to remove $125.04 worth of store merchandise, punched a loss prevention officer in the face and head.  Female dropped the merchandise and fled, on foot, eastbound through the parking lot.

Actor:               Black female, late teens, 5’9”-6’, heavy build, long black hair, LSW a floral print shirt over a purple tank top, blue jeans and black shoes.

Report by:        Ofc. Murray #992

 

07-19-10         1511 hrs.                                  THEFT FROM AUTO                                    Case #10-13888

Location:          1000 S Easton road – Bally’s                                                                           Dist. B

Misc:                Items taken from an unlocked vehicle in the parking lot.

Report by:        Ofc. Murray #992

 

Residents are reminded to never leave a purse unattended while shopping. Criminals are looking for easy targets.

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

Lynnewood Gardens Section

07-05-10 through 07-20-10

07-06-10         2339 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-12940

Location:         2000 Blk. of Cheltenahm Ave                                                                        Dist. G

Front door forced between 2200 hrs and 2339 hrs.  Nothing reported missing at time of report.

Report by:        Ofc. Bradbury #1022

 

07-10-10         1951 hrs    AGGRAVATED ASSAULT-FIREARM                   Case #10-13241                                                                                                                                                                                               Dist. G      

Location:          Washington Ln and Cheltenham Ave, Wyncote                                    

Misc:                Male suspect discharged a firearm at another male during a physical confrontation between multiple young black male subjects.

Report by:        Ofc. Smith #1025

 

07-12-10         0010 hrs                                   THEFT                                                            Case #10-13307

Location:          2000 Blk. of Mather Way, Elkins Park                                                        Dist. G

Misc:                Blue Pacific bike, valued at $100.00, taken by 3 b/m’s, last seen toward

                        Penrose Ave

Report by:        Ofc. Bradbury #1022

 

07-12-10         1411hrs                                    STOLEN AUTO                                             Case #10-13353

Location:          7700 Blk. of Wagner Way, Compound 34                                                    Dist. G

Misc:                1993 green Honda Accord left unlocked stolen overnight. The vehicle was bearing unknown Georgia plates. Driver’s side was a light colored green. 

Report by:        Ofc. Brewster #1014

 

07-14-10         0145 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13481

Location:          7600 Blk. of Massey Way, EP                                                                      Dist. G

Misc:                Actors entered apt. through window and stole 42’ TV and PS3 console.

Report By:        Ofc. Floirendo #936

 

07-14-10         1715 hrs                                   THEFT OF BICYCLE                                     Case #10-13534

Location:          7800 Blk. of Penrose Ave, LG                                                                        Dist. G

Misc:                Between 0900-1530 7/14/10 complainant reports that locked orange and black Mongoose BMX

                        style bike was taken from the rear of the LaMott Community Center. 

Report by:        Ofc. Poirier #934                                                                                             996

 

07-17-10         0821hrs                                    THEFT                                                            Case #10-13719

Location:          2000 Blk. of South John Russell Circle                                                        Dist. G

Misc:                Checkbook taken from comp’s vehicle.

Report By:        Ofc. Floirendo #936

 

07-18-10         2335 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13831

Location:          7700 Blk. of Penrose Ave. Elkins Park                                                        Dist. G

Misc:                Actor(s) entered through window. Electronics and jewelry stolen.

Report By:        Ofc. Murphy #1015                

 

07-19-10         0225 hrs                                   ROBBERY                                                      Case #10-13839

Location:          Cheltenham Ave. @ Williams Way Elkins Park                                           Dist. G

Misc:                Male robbed at 2200 hrs on 7-18-10 while delivering pizzas.

Report By:        Ofc. Pentasuglio #970

 

07-20-10         0207 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                   Case #10-13926

Location:          7600 Blk. of Williams Way, Elkins Park                                                       Dist. G

Misc:                Between 1900 hrs Monday 7/19 and 0130 hrs today. 

Report By:        Ofc. J. Thompson #949

 

Residents in the area are encouraged to report suspicious people and activity immediately, to Police, via 9-1-1.   

Anyone with information on any of these incidents are encouraged to contact Cheltenham Township Detective at 215-885-1600 ext. 499 

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

 

Melrose Park Section

Cheltenham Township Police need your help with investigating  a series of Burglaries taking place throughout the Township.  Residents are encouraged to be extra vigilant and to lock their vehicles when parked overnight.  Please report suspicious activity to Cheltenham Police Radio Via 9-1-1 or at 215-885-1600, ext. 1. Residents are encouraged to immediately report suspicious persons or activities to Police.  Anyone with information on any crime who would like to remain anonymous can report their information using the tip line info listed above

07-05-10 through 07-20-10

 

07-10-10         1305 hrs                                   BURGLARY                                                                                                                                                    Case #10-13221         

Location:          902 Valley Rd., Apts. Elkins Park                                                                                         Dist. J

Misc:                Between 1030-1300 hrs this date.  Entry through bathroom window. 

Report by:        Ofc. Corbo #1018

 

07-14-10         1743 hrs                               ROBBERY POINT OF GUN/ ARREST             Case #10-13538

Location:          CVS 45 Cheltenham Ave, MP                                                                         Dist. L

Actor:               Clayborn Morton, Philadelphia, PA, B/M.

Misc:                Actor utilized a BB gun to relieve a store employee of an undetermined amount of cash.  Police located the actor at 65th and American Street

Report by:        Ofc. Friend #959

 

07-17-10         1718hrs                                    THEFT FROM AUTO                                    Case #10-13745

Location:          7300 Blk. of Chestnut Ave                                                                               Dist. J

Misc:                Change taken.

Report By:        Ofc.Byrne #1006

 

07-17-10         1850 hrs                                   THEFT FROM VEHICLE                               Case #10-13757

Location:          400 Blk. of Valley Rd, Melrose Pk.                                                                              Dist:  J

Misc:                Unlocked vehicle ransacked and Insurance card stolen.                                                            

Report by:        Ofc.Floriendo #936

 

Residents are encouraged to report suspicious people and activity immediately, to Police, via 9-1-1. 

Anyone with information on any of these incidents are encouraged to contact Cheltenham Township Detective at 215-885-1600 ext. 499 

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.

 

Wyncote Section

Cheltenham Township Police need your help with investigating  a series of Burglaries taking place throughout the Township.  Residents are encouraged to be extra vigilant and to lock their vehicles when parked overnight.  Please report suspicious activity to Cheltenham Police Radio Via 9-1-1 or at 215-885-1600, ext. 1. Residents are encouraged to immediately report suspicious persons or activities to Police.  Anyone with information on any crime who would like to remain anonymous can report their information using the tip line info listed above

06-17-10 through 07-04-10

07-16-10         1949 hrs                                   ROBBERY                                                      Case #10-13694

Location:          2900 Blk. of  Cheltenham Ave. Wyncote                                                          Dist. B

Misc:                Juvenile males robbed of cell phones.

Actors:             3 b/m, 15-18yrs, wht shirts and two males wearing tan cargo shorts.

Report By:        Ofc. Walsh #993

 

Residents are encouraged to come forward with information, as always your information will be kept confidential, also all tips can be anonymous.  No one knows your neighborhood better than you.  Help out your neighbors and report suspicious activity to the police, 24-hours a day, via 9-1-1.