Police Department
Mission Statement
The Palmyra Police Department’s mission is to provide professional and ethical public safety services in partnership with citizens to identify
Chief Josiah Murphy
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The Palmyra Police Department is a full service police department providing public safety services to residents and visitors to the Borough. The department’s mission is to provide professional and ethical public safety services in partnership with citizens to identify, prevent and solve the problems of crime, fear of crime, social disorder and neighborhood decay, thereby improving the quality of life in our community. Our core values include: ethical behavior, protecting the community, diversity, and problem solving.
The Palmyra Police Department prides itself on connecting with our community in various different ways throughout the year. Outside of answering calls for service and assisting the public on a day to day basis, the officers participate in community events such as, National Night Out, Adopt a Cop, Citizens Police Academy, Youth Police Academy, Palmyra Day, Halloween Parade, Trunk or Treat, Christmas gift giving to families in need, and by donating Thanksgiving meals to families in need. We care about the community we serve and enjoy the positive interactions that we have with the public on a daily basis.
The Palmyra Police Department can be reached at the following:
Emergency: 911
Non- Emergency Dispatch: 856-829-0191
Business office number: 856-829-0198
Gun/Drugs Tip line: 856-829-5483 or 856-829-LIVE
Email: [email protected]
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There's nothing sweeter than supporting our Palmyra community! Yesterday our officers had the pleasure of stopping by a local lemonade stand and supporting some of Palmyra's youngest entrepreneurs. A special thank you to Outlaw Performance & Recovery that generously welcomed and allowed them to set up shop. It's moments like these that remind us what makes Palmyra such a special place to call home.We would also like to take this opportunity to officially welcome one of the newest members of the Palmyra Police Department, Ptlm. Matthew Parrish! We are incredibly fortunate to have him join our department and are excited to see him serving and supporting the residents of Palmyra for years to come. His enthusiasm for community engagement was on full display today, and we know he'll be a tremendous asset to both our department and our town.Thank you to everyone who continues to make Palmyra a community we're proud to serve one cup of lemonade at a time.
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From the Office of Palmyra OEMOver the past several weeks, severe thunderstorms have caused widespread power outages across our region. While Palmyra has been fortunate to avoid the worst impacts, these events serve as a good reminder that extended power outages can happen with little warning. Taking a few simple steps now can make a big difference if the lights go out. Take a minute to review our 72-Hour Power Outage Preparedness Guide.
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Congratulations to our newly promoted and sworn in officers!The Palmyra Police Department is proud to announce the following promotions and new appointments within our ranks.1st Sergeant Timothy Leusner was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Lt. Leusner is a dedicated 27-year veteran of the Palmyra Police Department.Patrolman Matthew Maresca was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Sgt. Maresca has been serving our community with the department for 5 years.Andrew Conover was sworn in as a Full-Time Police Officer. After serving as a SLEO I for the last several months, Officer Conover will be heading to the full-time academy this August.Please join us in congratulating Lt. Leusner, Sgt. Maresca, and Officer Conover! We wish them the absolute best as they step into their new roles and continue serving the Borough of Palmyra.
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Always my favorite to see this! Congrats! 🎉🎉
Congratulations!!
Congratulations!
Palmyra OEM – Air Quality & Heat AdvisorySmoke from Canadian wildfires has reduced air quality across our region. The current Air Quality Index (AQI) is approximately 169 (Unhealthy).Residents should limit prolonged outdoor activity. Children, older adults, pregnant women, and those with asthma, COPD, heart disease, or other respiratory conditions should stay indoors in air-conditioned spaces whenever possible.Keep windows closed if practical, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable family members and neighbors. If you experience severe difficulty breathing or chest pain, seek medical attention immediately or call 911.Palmyra OEM will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.
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A big thank you to the Palmyra Wawa for generously donating lunch to our officers!We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity toward our department. Community partnerships like these mean so much to our officers and serve as a reminder of the strong relationships we share with the businesses and residents of Palmyra.Thank you Wawa for keeping our officers fueled and for your commitment to supporting those who serve our community!
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