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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Before heading to bed tonight, take a quick moment to make sure your vehicle is locked and valuables are removed or out of sight.Many vehicle thefts and burglaries happen simply because doors are left unlocked. A few extra seconds can help protect your property and prevent unnecessary loss.🔒 Lock your car💼 Secure your valuables🌙 Stay safe tonight
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As the weather gets nicer and we all enjoy getting out for a ride, motorists are reminded to stay alert and share the road safely. Please remember that passing a bicycle on the road? Give them room to roll! 🚲↔️🚗
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Spring storm season is approaching, and the Borough of Palmyra is preparing for severe weather, flooding, and other emergencies. Our Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is looking for dependable volunteers to support planning, coordination, and response efforts when incidents impact our community. No prior experience is required—training will be provided. This is a volunteer (unpaid) opportunity to serve your community and be part of a team that steps up when it matters most. Interested? Email us at [email protected]!
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Join our officers alongside Burlington County FOP Lodge #2 this Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 5:30 PM for a special event featuring Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Tanner Banks!Enjoy an interactive Q&A session and meet Tanner in person during an exclusive signing opportunity.Don’t miss out on this exciting event and we hope to see you there!
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Join our officers alongside Burlington County FOP Lodge #2 this Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 5:30 PM for a special event featuring Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Tanner Banks!Enjoy an interactive Q&A session and meet Tanner in person during an exclusive signing opportunity.Don’t miss out on this exciting event and we hope to see you there!Please join us on April 16th for an evening with Phillies Pitcher Tanner Banks. Tickets can be purchased via the QR code on the flyer. Just hold your finger on the qr code and it should take you to the link for purchase. Please share this with all the Philly Phantics in your life and support our FOP lodge while doing so. Please message us with any questions.
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