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Welcome to the East Lampeter Township CrimeWatch page. I invite you to use this interactive resource to stay safe, informed and help us by sharing pertinent information about public safety.

Chief of Police, Stephen Zerbe

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No Shave November

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Linda Stoltzfoos Missing Person Reward
The East Lampeter Township Police Department and the FBI continue to ask for the public's assistance in locating Linda Stoltzfoos.

The FBI is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to Linda's recovery and the identification, arrest, and conviction of the subject(s) responsible for her disappearance.
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PA Yellow Dot Program
Pennsylvania’s Yellow Dot Program was created to assist citizens in the “golden hour” of emergency care following a traffic crash when they may not be able to communicate themselves. Placing a yellow dot in your vehicle’s rear window alerts first responders to check your glove compartment for vital information to ensure that you receive the critical medical attention you need.
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Law Enforcement Accreditation
The East Lampeter Township Police Department was recognized with Police Law Enforcement Agency Accreditation Status on December 11, 2004.

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January 14, 2021

PUblic Service Announcement

PSA The East Lampeter Township Police Department has responded to 5 reported opioid drug overdoses since 01/08; 4 incidents have resulted in the death of the patient. Officers have responded to 3 EMS/Overdose calls within the last 12 hours. It appears that there may be an increased potency in the...

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January 6, 2021

2021 Bleed Blue Challenge

The 2021 Bleed Blue Challenge starts today! The 2021 Bleed Blue Challenge will be held on January 7, 2021 at the Eden Resort and Suites from 11:00am to 7:00 pm. Join us for our third year partnering with the Penn Medicine/LGH Blood Donation Center. To sign up for this event, visit: https://www...

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January 5, 2021

Retail Theft

On 1/4/2020 at approximately 5:10 p.m., the (2) pictured females entered the Under Armour Outlet store (Tanger) and stole clothing. The females fled the area in a black sedan with Maryland registration. Anyone with information is requested to contact East Lampeter Township Police at 717 291-4676...

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December 21, 2020

Smoker, Justo - (1) Count Criminal Homicide (F-1)

Man Charged with Kidnapping Linda Stoltzfoos Now Charged with Her Murder The Lancaster County District Attorney’s Office announces a significant development in the investigation of Linda Stoltzfoos’ abduction and attached prosecution. On Monday, East Lampeter Township police and Pennsylvania State...

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Charges:

(1) Count Criminal Homicide (F-1)

December 16, 2020

Burglary

On Friday 12/11/2020 between 3:15 pm and 9:20 pm, a burglary occurred at a residence on Strawberry Street near the intersection with Raspberry Road in Leola. Anyone living in the area is asked to review any surveillance system they may have including video doorbell systems for vehicles and/or...

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December 21, 2020

Smoker, Justo - (1) Count Criminal Homicide (F-1)

Man Charged with Kidnapping Linda Stoltzfoos Now Charged with Her Murder The Lancaster County District Attorney’s Office announces a significant development in the investigation of Linda Stoltzfoos’ abduction and attached prosecution. On Monday, East Lampeter Township police and Pennsylvania State...

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Charges:

(1) Count Criminal Homicide (F-1)

December 14, 2020

Govan-Brison, Ebony - (1 count) Receiving Stolen Property (F-3) and 1 additional charge

On 12/10/2020 at approximately 9:15 p.m., an East Lampeter Township officer was patrolling the 2100 block of Lincoln Highway East and ran the vehicle registration on a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The officer learned the vehicle was reported stolen by Lancaster City Police Department. The vehicle entered...

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Charges:

(1 count) Receiving Stolen Property (F-3), (1 count) Corruption of Minor (M-1)

December 1, 2020

Wright, Ashley Orlando - (1) count Access Device Fraud (F-3)

On 11/25/2020, police were dispatched to Carter Lumber (2275 Old Philadelphia Pike Lancaster, PA) for a fraud incident. A Carter employee advised police they received an order via phone for 882 pieces of lumber with a total value over $6,300. The order was to be picked up later in the day. The...

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Charges:

(1) count Access Device Fraud (F-3)

November 24, 2020

Abreu, Benito - (1) count DUI (F3) and 1 additional charge

On 11/23/2020, police were dispatched to the 00 block of Wilson Ave. for a disturbance. Upon arrival, police learned Benito Abreu (54 year old / Hispanic male / Leola) was involved in a domestic incident and had been driving his vehicle after consuming alcohol. Police made contact with Benito who...

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Charges:

(1) count DUI (F3), (1) count Resisting Arrest (M2)

November 23, 2020

Faubion, James - (1) Count Receiving Stolen Property (F2) and 1 additional charge

On 11/19/2020 at approximately 1:48 p.m., police were dispatched for a disturbance in the 300 block of Summers Dr. Upon arrival, police made contact with James Faubion who was sitting in an orange Jeep Renegade. It was determined James was involved in a verbal domestic situation. While...

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Charges:

(1) Count Receiving Stolen Property (F2), (1) count Firearms Not To Be Carried W/O a License (F-3)

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June 11, 2015

Seymour, Francisco - Retail Theft (M-1)

Francisco SEYMOUR W/M/36, is wanted for Misdemeanor Retail Theft and Failure to Appear. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to submit a tip or contact Ofc Nate Westerman at (717) 291-4676.

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Charges:

Retail Theft (M-1)

June 11, 2015

Megargee, Meghan Renee - Retail Theft (M-1)

Meghan Renee MEGARGEE, W/F/29 , is wanted for misdemeanor Retail Theft and Failure to Appear. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to submit a tip or contact Ofc Nate Westerman at (717) 291-4676.

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Charges:

Retail Theft (M-1)

April 14, 2015

Auker, Leslie L - Felony Retail Theft

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Charges:

Felony Retail Theft

February 24, 2020

Stabbing

On February 22 nd 2020, at approximately 12:54 a.m., officer’s with the East Lampeter Township Police Department were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of East Main Street, Leola for the report of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officer's located a 19 year old male who had sustained multiple...

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Aggravated Assault

February 14, 2020

ROBBERY

At approximately 10:45 p.m., police responded to the 2200 block of Harmony Hill Dr. for a Robbery that just occurred. Police learned a residence was broken into by (3) armed suspects and personal property was stolen. During the incident (2) minor children were present. Neither of the children were...

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February 10, 2020

Police Blotter

2/7/2020 At approximately 10:35 p.m., officer’s made contact with Tyler Holley (23 year old / white male / Chambersburg) and Falen Kimmel (24 year old / white female / Lancaster) in the parking lot of the Red Roof Inn (2390 Lincoln Highway East). During the interaction, police located drug...

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February 10, 2020

CHARGES FILED / Unintentional Discharge of a Firearm

At 10:02 am on February 9 th , 2020, East Lampeter Township Police responded to the Worship Center 2384 New Holland Pike for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, it was determined that a handgun was unintentionally discharged by a security guard; the fired round ricocheted off of the floor and a...

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February 7, 2020

Police Blotter

2/5/2020 At approximately 2:15 a.m., police observed (2) males acting suspiciously at the Red Roof Inn (2307 Lincoln Highway East). Contact was made with the males during which time Nickolas Peters (34 year old / white male / Christiana) was found to be in possession of synthetic marijuana...

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January 5, 2021

Retail Theft

On 1/4/2020 at approximately 5:10 p.m., the (2) pictured females entered the Under Armour Outlet store (Tanger) and stole clothing. The females fled the area in a black sedan with Maryland registration. Anyone with information is requested to contact East Lampeter Township Police at 717 291-4676...

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East Lampeter Township Police Department

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Current

December 16, 2020

Burglary

On Friday 12/11/2020 between 3:15 pm and 9:20 pm, a burglary occurred at a residence on Strawberry Street near the intersection with Raspberry Road in Leola. Anyone living in the area is asked to review any surveillance system they may have including video doorbell systems for vehicles and/or...

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East Lampeter Township Police Department

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Current

December 7, 2020

Theft

On 12/5/2020 at approximately 1:30 p.m., the victim was shopping inside Wal Mart and purchased a money order. The two pictured suspects obtained the victim's blank money order and cashed it for themselves, depriving the victim of the cash. Police are requesting assistance with identifying either...

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December 3, 2020

Calvin Klein Coat Capers

On 11/15/2020 at approximately 6:30 p.m., the pictured male and female entered the Calvin Klein outlet store (Tanger Outlets) and grabbed multiple jackets off a display rack and ran out of the store. The value of the stolen jackets exceed $3,500. Police are requesting assistance in identifying the...

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December 1, 2020

Theft / Fraud

On 11/20/20 the ELPD took a report of a theft of a debit card and subsequent fraudulent purchases using that card at nearby stores totaling losses in excess of $1,300. The pictured suspect with blonde hair/man bun stole the card and used it at Five Below store; the male in the gray hoodie was with...

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January 14, 2021

PUblic Service Announcement

PSA The East Lampeter Township Police Department has responded to 5 reported opioid drug overdoses since 01/08; 4 incidents have resulted in the death of the patient. Officers have responded to 3 EMS/Overdose calls within the last 12 hours. It appears that there may be an increased potency in the...

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January 6, 2021

2021 Bleed Blue Challenge

The 2021 Bleed Blue Challenge starts today! The 2021 Bleed Blue Challenge will be held on January 7, 2021 at the Eden Resort and Suites from 11:00am to 7:00 pm. Join us for our third year partnering with the Penn Medicine/LGH Blood Donation Center. To sign up for this event, visit: https://www...

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October 9, 2020

ELECTION SCAM ALERT

The East Lampeter Township Police want to remind our citizens to remain vigilant during this election season. Scammers may try to take advantage of the information overload that is presented through the media. Do not: - Provide any banking or personal identifying information to anyone who requests...

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October 9, 2020

No Shave November

East Lampeter Township Police Department is once again participating in "No Shave November" during the months of October and November. This year officers are supporting the American Cancer Society by raising money for the East Lampeter Township’s Relay for Life Team. Cancer has had a direct impact...

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July 11, 2020

Paradise Man Charged with Kidnapping 18YO Linda Stoltzfoos as Search for Stoltzfoos Continues

A Paradise man is charged with kidnapping an 18-year-old Amish woman who has been missing since June 21, when she was last seen walking home from church in the Bird-in-Hand area. East Lampeter Township police charged 34-year-old Justo Smoker on Friday with felony kidnapping and misdemeanor false...

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