South Coatesville Police Department

07/08/2024

Greetings! FYI, we have received a wonderful response to our National Night Out Event scheduled for Tuesday, August 6th, 6pm-8pm. In an effort to accommodate the anticipated number of people, as well parking for this event, the Chester County Public Safety Training Campus has graciously offered the use of their facility for this event. Therefore, we will be relocating our National Night Out event to the Chester County Public Safety Training Campus located across the street from the South Coatesville Borough Hall (next door to the Citadel Bank). Please make note of this important change.

Please let us know if you plan to attend and the number attending so that we may determine an approximate number of attendees.

Thank you in advance for your support, your participation and your presence!

Please spread the word!!!

Thank You!!! Have a Safe & Happy Summer. See you on August 6th!

06/28/2024

SAVE THE DATE!!!!

05/24/2024

As the Chief of Police for the South Coatesville Police Department, I was proud to attend the EMS Awards Dinner last night, held at the Red Clay Room (Kennett Fire Co. Fire Hall). Two of our South Coatesville Police Officers, Sgt. Barry Gober and Off. Jeff Shumate received "Critical Save Commendation" awards for their CPR efforts during two separate incidents which resulted in the patients' survival after CPR was administered. South Coatesville Public Works Forman/Modena Fire Chief Chris Corle, along with former South Coatesville Officer Andrew Schreiber, also received the same recognition. Great Job!!!

05/24/2024

LETTER FROM MR. THOMAS DOWER, M.Ed
Kindergarten Grade School Counselor
Collegium Charter School

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Dear Chief Pierce,

I hope this correspondence finds you well. I am writing to extend my sincerest gratitude for your department's contribution to our recent elementary school career day. On behalf of Collegium Charter School, 150 building, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for allowing Officer Shumate to join us and share insights into the role of law enforcement.

He effortlessly connected with our students and shed light on the roles, responsibilities and challenges of being a police officer. The enthusiasm and passion your officer demonstrated left a lasting impression on our students, sparking their interest and curiosity about future careers in law enforcement.

Moreover, I am truly grateful for Officer Shumate's dedication to cultivating positive relationships with our students. His genuine care and commitment to engaging with the younger generation was evident in every interaction. By fostering a sense of trust and understanding, Officer Shumate played an instrumental role in bridging the gap between law enforcement and our community's youth.

The impact of Officer Shumate’s participation in our career day cannot be overstated. His presence not only provided valuable insights into the world of law enforcement but also served as a beacon of inspiration for our students. I have no doubt that many students left with a newfound respect, appreciation and outlook for local police.

Our area is serviced by the West Whiteland Police Department, but with a large percentage of our students coming from the Coatesville and South Coatesville areas the students were able to connect with a member from their own community. I am also attaching a few snapshots from the day's events. Feel free to use them on your social media or for other community engagement purposes.

Again, I want to thank you for your department's unwavering support and for entrusting Office Shumate to represent your department at our school. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with the South Coatesville Borough Police and look forward to future endeavors together.

With warm regards,

Mr. Thomas Dower, M.Ed
Kindergarten Grade School Counselor
PBIS Building Coach
Collegium Charter School

05/08/2024

03/21/2024

In light of the anticipated rain this coming Saturday, the Easter Egg Hunt has been postponed until next Saturday, 03/30/2024. Please make a note of it.

Thanks!

03/13/2024

Borough of South Coatesville Easter Egg Hunt!!!
Saturday, March 23, 2024 @ 2pm (Rain Date: March 30)
Location: Midvale Park

02/06/2024

02/06/2024

On Monday, February 5, 2024, our Police Chief, Kevin Pierce, graduated from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) Command and Leadership Academy after successfully completing the Region 5 class in November of 2023 at the Government Services Center in West Chester, PA.

The program recognizes the challenges in law enforcement leadership, particularly in the upcoming decades. The NJSACOP recognizes that one of the components of that challenge is the development of future law enforcement leaders. The NJSACOP Command & Leadership Academy is a unique blend of theory and application designed to fulfill that mission. The 13-week training academy utilized behavioral science theories in conjunction with scenario learning to enhance development and education. Participants explored four Areas: Preparing Yourself to Lead, Understanding and Motivating Others, Leading Great Teams and Leading Great Organizations. The Program Curriculum was developed through the United States Military Academy at West Point in collaboration with highly experienced law enforcement practitioners and specialists, specially selected by NJSACOP, who possess an exceptional blend of experience and instructional credentials. The Leadership Academy studied leadership as a science with logic, critical thinking, methodology and vision utilizing organization theory in a law enforcement context with police-oriented case studies. Candidates for this course were selected from a wide cross-section of jurisdictions and agencies in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland.

Our Chief is proud to have completed this course and looks forward to applying the leadership principles learned to the South Coatesville Police Department.

Thank you to South Coatesville Borough Council Members Bob Floyd, Kenny Bond and Shelly Eveland for attending the graduation ceremony almost two hours away in New Brunswick, NJ. Your support means a lot to our Chief!

01/19/2024

From PECO:

Scammers are continuing to aggressively target utility company customers, including PECO, using sophisticated tactics to pocket quick cash. Recently, there has been a large increase in scammers use tactics such as “spoofing” to manipulate the Caller ID phone number displayed on your phone so that it appears to be a PECO phone number. These scammers are contacting PECO customers and falsely claiming their electric or natural gas service will be disconnected unless payment is made immediately.

The most important thing to remember is to never give out your account or billing information to an unverified person. If you ever receive a suspicious phone call, text message, email, or have an unscheduled visit from someone in-person claiming to be from PECO, do not share your information and call us directly at 800-494-4000.

To keep your money in your hands and your personal information safe, here are some reminders:

PECO will NEVER DEMAND IMMEDIATE PAYMENT, nor will we ever require one specific form of payment, such as a prepaid card, bitcoin, or third-party digital money transfers.
For approved payment methods and options, visit peco.com/payment.

DO NOT PROVIDE YOUR ACCOUNT INFORMATION. A real PECO representative will have the account information they need when they call. Keep your banking and financial information safe. You can update your banking information through your MyAccount or make a payment through an approved method at peco.com/payment.

CHECK YOUR ACCOUNT STATUS, BALANCES, PAYMENTS, AND SUPPLIER INFORMATION YOURSELF on your printed bill or log on to your PECO MyAccount or download the PECO mobile app.
If you are ever suspicious of someone claiming to be from PECO, call us directly at 800-494-4000.

01/10/2024

Please join us in congratulating newly sworn-in Police Officer Mark Healey, who is now the 3rd Retired PA State Police Trooper to join the ranks of the South Coatesville Police Department, which includes Chief Kevin Pierce and Officer William LaTorre. In fact, Chief Pierce, Officer LaTorre and Officer Healey served together as Criminal Investigators for the PA State Police at the Embreeville Station in Chester County. They are looking forward to working together again and taking a bite out of crime in South Coatesville and Modena Boroughs. Mark retired from PSP with 31 years of service but says he is not yet finished serving the public or the Law Enforcement Profession.

12/20/2023

From the Brandywine Valley SPCA:

Thanks to the joint efforts of the Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA), the South Coatesville Police Department, and a good Samaritan, a suspect has been identified and arrested in the heinous abuse of a dog found with multiple injuries to the face and amputation of her back leg.

Rescued from a life of abuse after a tipster couldn't stand hearing her cries, Ava was found with horrific injuries, including a severed back leg, fractured ribs, and an open wound on her face. It's up to us to make sure Ava's life of suffering is behind her, but this poor girl has a long road to recovery ahead.

Police were alerted to a South Coatesville home where they found Ava and rushed her to VRC Specialty Hospital in Malvern for emergency treatment. She remains hospitalized with multiple injuries all over her body in various stages of healing, likely from sustained abuse over time. One of Ava’s eyes has been severely damaged, and she has multiple older fractures in her leg and ribs, as well as damage to her lungs and multiple broken teeth. She will need to have her maimed leg surgically amputated.

The suspect has been charged and faces four felony counts of aggravated cruelty charges and four misdemeanor counts of cruelty and neglect charges.

The costs for Ava's medical needs continue to mount, but we are committed to making sure she receives the best possible care. Your gifts provide Ava the best chance at recovering and a safe place to rest while we mend her body and soul.
Follow Ava's story:

BVSPCA is committed to making sure Ava receives the best possible care. Your gifts provide Ava the best chance at recovering and a safe place to rest.

12/12/2023

Chief Pierce Sings Christmas Carols for Shop-With-A-Cop breakfast., Saturday, 12-09-23

08/15/2023

Officer Shumate at the start of the week at Camp Cadet! We are hoping the kids are having a fun time this week!

08/15/2023

Thank you Officer Shumate for your help! Much appreciated!

08/02/2023

07/13/2023

Greetings Residents:

Please see the attached flyer regarding a Hiring Event for the Chester County Department of Emergency Services. This event is being held on Monday, July 24th from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. The goal of this hiring event is to recruit numerous new Safety and Security Operators and 9-1-1 Dispatchers that will help create a safer Chester County. The event is essentially a one-stop shop for interested applicants - interviews, job testing, facility tours, and more.


Here is a link to the Facebook Event:
https://fb.me/e/3M1bpiIbZ



Here is a link to our Job Openings: www.Chesco.org/desjobs

Chief Kevin Pierce (PSP LT., Ret., MS)

Borough of South Coatesville Police Department

134 Modena Road

Coatesville, PA 19320

Office: (610)384-3500

Cell: (484)473-3406

FAX: (610)384-0798

The County of Chester is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act. The County offers a competitive flexible benefit package for full time employees including health, long term disability, dental, life insurance, pre-tax expense accounts, retirement plan, ...

06/21/2023

06/13/2023

Looking for a FREE camp this summer?

There are still slots available to the PA State Police Camp Cadet Program. This unique camp has changed the lives of so many of its young participants since 1971. This year's program runs from August 13 thru August 18, 2023! The only two requirements to attend this free camp are AGE and RESIDENCY. All participants must be between the ages of 11 and 13 and must reside (or attend school) in Chester County.

Chester County Camp Cadet is a fun and unique, overnight summer camp for kids ages 11-13 who reside, or attend school in Chester County. Camp Cadet of Chester County was established 1971, as a way to promote good relations between police and young people.

The program provides kids with an understanding of law enforcement activities, as well as comfort with the professionals who serve their communities.

Cadets, live in an atmosphere modeled after the State Police Academy, where emphasis is placed on improving self-discipline, confidence and self-esteem. During this action-packed week, Cadets will learn teamwork and the benefits of making good decisions as well as respect for authority and each other.

Troopers and other specially selected law enforcement professionals, both male and female, serve as counselors.

The program is offered exclusively to young people residing in Chester County, at no cost to their families.

To be eligible, cadets must be at least 11 and not yet 14 by the first day of camp. Cadets must live in, or go to school in Chester County. Selection to attend our camp is based on numerous factors and is at the discretion of the Camp Director.

For further details and application information, please visit the Camp Cadet of Chester County Website at http://www.cccampcadet.org/ Please share with anyone you know who may be interested and eligible. Although the website indicates that registration is closed, there are still slots available. If interested, please email: [email protected]

06/10/2023

06/07/2023

All invited!

04/06/2023

REMINDER: Since we were rained out last Saturday, the Rain Date for our Easter Egg Hunt is this coming Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 2:00pm . Hope to see you there!

10/31/2022

THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our 2022 Trunk or Treat event by either donating treats or by being there. In spite of the short notice, it was a great success. On behalf of the entire South Coatesville Police Department, we thank you for your support!

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!