Falls Township Police are now accepting traffic tips from the public online. Click here to visit the Traffic page for traffic info and the online submission form.
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Falls Township Special Meeting on Traffic
On July 6, 2010, Falls Township held a special public meeting to discuss traffic issues in Falls Township. This meeting was attended by members from the Board of Supervisors, township traffic engineers Traffic Planning and Design, as well as officers from the Falls Township Police. Video of that special meeting is now available along with a PDF copy of the presentation given by TPD to the public.
- For the online video from that meeting click here
- For a copy of the presentation given by TPD click here
Falls Township Is Now Apart of Crime Reports
Is a mapping tool that allows the Falls Township Police to show crime related information to the public on an easily understood map. With the possibility of going back 6 months, you can sort crimes by not only the date, but by the nature of the offense as well. Other local municipalities such as Bristol Township and Middletown Township are also connected to Crime Reports, allowing you to see crimes in those areas as well. Click here to visit the Crime Reports page of this website.
2009 Police Awards
At the April 6, 2010 Board of Supervisors Meeting, Chief William Wilcox issued awards to members of the Police and to individuals in the Township that proved to go above and beyond the call of duty.
| Officer Brian Fisher Officer David Gold Officer Nicholas Pinto | Life Saving Award |
| On April 23, 2009, Officer Pinto responded to BJ's Wholesale Warehouse for an individual in cardiac arrest. As a result of his actions, and the actions of Officer Gold and Officer Fisher, the life of Alan Slawter was saved. | |
| Officer Edward Elmore Officer Jeffrey Omlor | Meritorious Service Award |
| On June 5, 2009, Officers were contacted by Ocean Twp. New Jersey inquiring about a suspect that resides in Falls Township. This suspect was involved in a shooting at a gas station in their jurisdiction. The actions of Officers Elmore and Omlor resulted in the recovery of a shotgun and several other rifles from the suspect when he was taken into custody. This resulted in the clearing of the case for Ocean Twp. New Jersey Police. | |
| Officer Steven Langan Officer Richard Krotz | Unit Citation |
| On May 24, 2009, Officers Krotz, Langan, and K-9 Tag were able to arrest three individuals who had earlier committed a burglary within Falls Township. These actions by all three officers demonstrated superior police work. | |
| Sgt. James Jones III Cpl. John Martin Det. Catherine Coffman Officer Howard Shook | Unit Citation |
| On December 15, 2008, these officers were able to work together to affect the arrest of a suspect who was involved in a kidnapping of two individuals in Falls Township. The suspect was convicted on all charges in this case. | |
| Reynolds K9 Academy William Reynolds | Citizen Award |
| On behalf of the entire police department we would like to thank you for your generous donation of a bullet proof vest for K9 Officer Tag. We would also like to thank you for your dedicated work of the last several years with the K9 unit | |
Police Mission Statement
We the members of Falls Township Police Department believe that the protection of life, property and the preservation of peace are the primary goals of our organization. We recognize our responsibility to deliver a feeling of security to our citizens by providing quality Police services while protecting each individual’s constitutional rights.
We will attain this goal by engaging in a more active community Policing role, encouraging the participation of our citizens in finding solutions to problems of mutual concern, to enhance the quality of life our residents and visitors. We will continually strive to promote the public trust in us by exhibiting the highest level of integrity and ethics.
We will support each other and a climate of mutual trust and respect, always seeking excellence in the performance of our duties and in each other. While enforcing the Law, we will treat others with the dignity, respect and courtesy they deserve without regard of our own personal feelings or prejudices.
We must all work to foster a department environment which is conductive to individual growth. To accomplish this, educational opportunities and resources to enhance each member’s professionalism will be provided as need, which is necessary for the continued success and improvement of our department.
Recruitment
Candidates are selected from the consortium testing that is sponsored by the Police Chief’s Association of Bucks County and the Bucks County Public Safety Training Center. The testing is conducted several times annually and the consortium represents 21 police departments in Bucks County. The consortium testing includes a physical agility test and a written examination.
An oral examination and a background investigation will be conducted by the Falls Township Police Department. Canidates sucessfully completing the process will be placed upon the Falls Township Police Officer Eligibility List. The list is active for one year. If offered employment, the candidate must pass a physical and psychological examination.
Requirements for Falls Township Police Officer:
- At least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. or acceptable equivalency
- Citizen of the United States
- Good physical condition and moral character
- Current license to operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Residency in PA and within 30 miles of Falls Township Municipal Building within 1 year of hiring
- Out of State applicants must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License within 30 days of hiring
For more information on the consortium testing contact:
Bucks County Police Training Center
1760 E. Easton Rd. Doylestown, PA 18901
215-340-8410