Category Archives: Public Safety
Coffee With A Cop March 17 At McDonald’s
The Pennsauken Township Police Department hosts another “Coffee with a Cop” event on Friday, March 17, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the McDonalds at 1021, Rt. 73, in Pennsauken. Attendees will be treated to a free cup of coffee, courtesy of Pennsauken Police. Come for the caffeine, stay for the conversation!
Police Issue Statement Regarding Car Crash Overnight
The following is a statement from the Pennsauken Township Police Department regarding last night’s car crash:
On January 11, 2023, at approximately 11:40 p.m., Pennsauken Police Responded to River Road and Springfield Avenue for a motor vehicle crash involving a 2008 Honda Civic and a 2016 Chevrolet pickup truck.
As a result of the crash, all occupants of both vehicles were transported to the hospital with injuries. One passenger, Grace Lopez of Woodlynne, NJ, age 19, was fatally injured. One of the passengers is in critical condition, another is in stable condition. This incident is still under investigation.
“Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive Returns January 19
Pennsauken’s first responders will once again complete to see who can recruit the most eligible blood donors in the community during an American Red Cross “Battle of the Badges” blood drive on Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.
Presenting donors will have the opportunity to cast a vote for Pennsauken’s police or fire departments, with the winning agency earning a plaque and bragging rights; they will also receive a free Red Cross t-shirt while supplies last. In addition, all presenting donors will receive a voucher for a free medium hot coffee and wake up wrap from Dunkin.
Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins will be accommodated as time and space allow. To schedule an appointment, scan the QR Code that accompanies this article. Donors can also visit RedCrossBlood.org and search by zip code and the date, Jan. 19, or call 1-800-REDCROSS.
Fire Chief Palumbo Retires, Succeeded By Hutton
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, Township Committee announced a change in the leadership of the Pennsauken Township Fire Department. After almost three decades of service to the Pennsauken community, including 12 as fire chief, Joseph V. Palumbo, Sr. retired from the department affective December 31, 2022. His successor is 34-year-old Jonathan B. Hutton, a lifelong resident and third-generation Township firefighter.
CCPO Major Crimes Unit Investigates Shooting Of Man In Pennsauken
Information Provided By The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Pennsauken Police Department are investigating the shooting of a man on Saturday evening, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Acting Police Chief Phillip Olivo.
Pennsauken Police Make Arrest In Shooting
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
In a social media post today, Pennsauken Township Police announced the arrest of a suspect connected to a shooting earlier this morning.
Detectives Investigating Shooting Of Seventeen-Year-Old Male
Information Provided By The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Pennsauken Police department are investigating the shooting of a 17-year-old male in the 7500 block of Maple Avenue in Pennsauken on Saturday, October 8, 2022, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Acting Police Chief Phillip Olivo.
Camden Woman Charged With Felony Murder For January 2022 Fatal Shooting In Pennsauken
Information Provided By The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
A 28-year-old Camden woman has been charged in the fatal shooting of a Pennsauken woman on January 9, 2022, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Acting Police Chief Philip Olivo.
Township To Close Boat Ramp For Repairs, Changes
Earlier today, Pennsauken Township posted an online announcement that the boat ramp on Derousse Ave. would be closed for repairs beginning Friday, Aug. 12. This move has been prompted in response to concerns voiced by residents about activity occurring there.
National Night Out In Pennsauken Held On August 2
Pennsauken’s first responders are holding a special event during National Night Out, Tuesday, Aug. 2, an annual community-building campaign that is designed to make neighborhoods a safer, better place to live.
Held from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex, 3730 Westfield Ave., Pennsauken’s police officers, firefighters, and EMTs are joining forces to present a variety of displays and activities, specialized unit demonstrations, and more.
“National Night Out is all about building and reinforcing the relationship between public safety and the residents we serve,” explained Pennsauken Police Chief Phil Olivo. “This year, we expect to provide another great experience for the members of our community.”
According to the National Night Out website, NATW.org, “Millions of neighbors take part in National Night Out across thousands of communities from all fifty states, U.S. territories and military bases worldwide on the first Tuesday in August (Texas celebrates on the first Tuesday in October). Neighborhoods host block parties, festivals, parades, cookouts and various other community events with safety demonstrations, seminars, youth events, visits from emergency personnel, exhibits and much, much more.”
For more information, visit PennsaukenEvents.com.
