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Police Search for Missing Woman Last Seen at Philadelphia SEPTA Station

Kira Hunter, 25, was reported missing after being spotted at a transit stop in the city's downtown.

Pittsburgh Police Investigate Officer Striking Woman in Handcuffs

Video of the incident has sparked concerns from community partners and an independent review board.

Video Shows Pittsburgh Police Punching Handcuffed Woman

Incident under review by police, Citizen Police Review Board

Bucks County Police Chiefs Defend Use of Force at Quakertown Student Protest

Review finds officers acted appropriately despite claims of improper identification and excessive force

Juniata Valley student missing, police seek public's help

Authorities search for 16-year-old Leah Lightner last seen on school grounds

Philadelphia corrections officer dies in Holmesburg motorcycle crash

Sgt. Devon Williams, a 12-year member of the force, was on his way to work when the fatal accident occurred.

Police Search for Missing Person in Philadelphia

Callon Baniewicz, 28, was last seen on April 14 in the Aspen Street neighborhood.

Heavy Police Activity Reported Near Wilkes-Barre Woods

Authorities respond to scene near Kidder and Scott Streets

Quakertown Police Cleared of Wrongdoing in Student Protest Clash

After-action report finds officers used appropriate force, despite community backlash over police chief's actions.

Off-Duty Cop Charged After Fleeing Police, Speeding in Washington County

Nathan Ferree faces charges of fleeing, speeding, and reckless driving after incident last month.

Baltimore Police Adopt New Restraint Technique to Reduce Arrest Injuries

The SafeWrap System aims to safely detain suspects while protecting all involved in the encounter.

Death at York County Prison Under Investigation

State police are probing the incident at the correctional facility.

Bystander Rescues Man Who Fell Into Pittsburgh River

The man was pulled from the water near the Mister Rogers Memorial and is now in stable condition.

Shoplifting, Fraud, and Scams Reported in Pennsylvania

Police log details recent incidents of theft, harassment, and DUI in Chester County

Busy Day for Wyomissing Police with Calls and Traffic Stops

Officers responded to a range of incidents including break-ins, fraud, and reckless driving complaints.

Police Presence Shuts Down Old York Road in West Oak Lane, Philly

Authorities have closed a section of the road as an investigation unfolds in the neighborhood.

Gun Seized at Pennsylvania Elementary School, Father Arrested

Student discovered loaded weapon in backpack, immediately notified school counselor

Two Quakertown Teens Appear in Court Over Anti-ICE Protest

Charges against one teen dropped, others headed to trial over February incident with police

Washington Police Seek Missing Teens Stephany and Martell

Authorities concerned for teens' safety after Stephany left note indicating self-harm

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