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Pennsylvania Officer Dies On Duty After Medical Emergency

Officer Bronelle Barrett-Lee, a 20-year veteran of the police force and mother of four, died inside the department's Operations Center.

Philadelphia Police Delaying Nonviolent Crime Arrests as Officer Safety Measure

The Fraternal Order of Police issued a statement supporting the decision, which covers all narcotics offenses, thefts, burglary, vandalism, prostitution, stolen cars, economic crimes, such as bad checks and fraud, and any existing bench warrants.

Pandemic Delays Funeral for Slain Philadelphia SWAT Officer

The viewing and funeral for slain Philadelphia Police Cpl. James O’Connor have been postponed indefinitely amid the coronavirus outbreak. O’Connor was shot and killed last Friday morning, while serving an arrest warrant.

Philadelphia Officer Shot, Killed During Warrant Service

A member of the Philadelphia Police SWAT team was shot and killed while serving a warrant and attempting to arrest a murder suspect at a residence on Friday morning.

Pennsylvania Officer Dies in Off-Duty Motorcycle Accident

An officer with the East Cocalico Township (PA) Police Department died in a motorcycle crash after the conclusion of his shift on Wednesday.

Pennsylvania Officer Reportedly Diagnosed with Coronavirus

A police officer with the Lower Providence Township (PA) Police Department has reportedly been diagnosed with COVID-19, also known as coronavirus.

Pennsylvania Officer Wounded, Suspect Dead in Traffic Stop Gunfight

An officer with the Pittsburgh Police Department was wounded and a subject was left dead after a gunfight broke out during a traffic stop on Thursday evening.

Cuffed Suspect Shoots, Wounds Pennsylvania Trooper

The state trooper was shot in the pelvic area during a struggle with a suspect who had already been patted down and had his hands cuffed behind his back when the gunshot occurred, according to court documents.

Philadelphia Police Academy Graduates First Openly Transgender Recruit

Among the recruits from the Philadelphia Police Academy's latest class to graduate and become sworn officers was an individual who is openly transgender.

Pennsylvania Officer Accused of Forging Psychological Evaluation

An officer with the Elizabeth Borough Police Department is now charged with forgery in the case of a psychological evaluation of a fellow officer.