East Brandywine Township Police Department

11/06/2023

RSVP and registration information for our most popular community event of the year will be announced soon!

11/01/2023

EBTPD is proud to once again support the Toys for Tots program. You can find the donation boxes in the vestibule of the East Brandywine Township building. Donations need to be in by December 6th. If you are unable to bring a donation you can also support the toy drive through the QR codes below. One QR code will take you to the sire for monetary donations. The other QR code will take you to a virtual toy drive. We would like to thank you all in advance for your support ❤️

10/28/2023

Today we would like to say thank you to all of our fellow first responders ❤️

10/25/2023

****UPDATE - the owners have been located****

****UPDATE - the dog has been taken to the SPCA****

Do you know me or my owners? I was found in the area of Locust Knoll Rd. Please call 610-383-7000 or 610-269-4300 if you know the owners

10/22/2023

The EBTPD extends our deepest condolences to the West Whiteland Fire Company. Two of their members were involved in a serious crash while responding to a call. The crash resulted in the Line of Duty Death of Firefighter Colin Reedy. Firefighter Emily Gindele was injured and is in critical condition. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Colin and Emily.

100% all volunteer fire company providing fire and rescue services to West Whiteland Township and the surrounding communities.

10/19/2023

10/18/2023

Stop by the East Brandywine Fire Company's open house tonight.

Spread the word, tomorrow night is our fire prevention open house. Fun for the entire family!

10/13/2023

The men and women of EBTPD send our condolences to the Philadelphia Police Department and the family and friends of the officer who was killed in the line of duty last night. We are also wishing a speedy recovery to the other officer who was shot during this incident ⚫️🔵⚫️

10/08/2023

Ofc. DiPaolo, Ofc. Sousa, and Ofc. Fox are having fun at the East Brandywine Fall Fest which is going on until 3 so stop by and say hi 🎃🍂

10/05/2023

UPDATE - The owner has been located! Thank you to everyone who shared this post.

Do you know me or my owners? I was found on Marshall Rd near Kestrel Dr and would love to be reunited with my humans. Please call 610-383-7000 if you know the owners.

10/04/2023

Come on out and support our neighbors this Saturday!

10/01/2023

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Sgt. Tyree and Ofc. Rae took a few minutes today to place these magnets on our patrol vehicles. The magnets and bracelets were provided by the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County.

The DVCCC provides free and confidential support 24/7. They can be reached at 610-431-1430 and 888-711-6270. "The mission of the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (DVCCC) is to reduce, remedy, and prevent domestic violence in Chester County."

10/01/2023

As fall descends upon us, the air gets crisper, the leaves are changing, and for the police officers of Chester County, it’s “beard-growing season” again!! Blue Beards for Charity, an initiative spearheaded by dedicated police officers in Chester County, is proud to announce the launch of our annual charity event.
Blue Beards for Charity was founded with a simple yet powerful mission: to give back to the community that we serve and protect every day. In the spirit of camaraderie and community support, participating officers make a charitable donation and are granted permission to grow facial hair throughout the months of October and November.
This year, Blue Beards for Charity remains committed to its core mission of supporting local causes. This event will continue to raise funds for four outstanding local charities: Unite for Her, The Sambuco Children’s Education Fund, A Child’s Light, and the Chester County Crime Victims Center.
In 2022, our charitable efforts achieved a remarkable milestone, raising over $60,000 to support these essential causes. With the continued growth of this event and the participation of even more officers in 2023, we are confident that this year’s efforts will surpass our previous achievements.
All donations can be sent to Blue Beards for Charity and funds will be dispersed at a publicized event at the end of November. Every participating department will be invited to attend this meaningful event.
Blue Beards for Charity is eager to expand its impact by inviting the private sector to join us in this noble endeavor. We encourage individuals, businesses, and organizations alike to contribute to our mission of making a positive difference in the community. We are pleased to announce that all donations are tax-deductible.
If you are interested in donating or learning more about our charity, please visit Willistown PD at their station, 688 Sugartown Road, Malvern PA 19355, or reach to Lt. Jeff Heim at [email protected].

09/25/2023

09/17/2023

Thank you to Hailey, Emma, and Chase for bringing us these yummy cookies!

09/15/2023

Traffic Alert! On Sunday morning the annual Marshman Triathlon will occur in Marsh Creek State Park. The bike portion of the triathlon exits the park and uses the surrounding roadways. We wanted to alert motorists that this will be occuring. No roads will be closed, however we ask that motorists use caution and be considerate of the racers, yielding to them when possible. The route map is below, and basically is a circular route around Marsh Creek Lake: Park Road, right on Moore, right on Dorlan's Mill, right on Creek (282), right on Marshall, continue straight onto Little Conestoga, right on Park and back into MCSP. The first swimmers hit the water at 7:30AM, and the leaders will be exiting the park for the bike portion a few minutes later. The bike course closes at 9:30AM. The swim and run portions of the race are held entirely within MCSP.

https://kineticmultisports.com/races/marshcreeksprint/

09/13/2023

Watch the press conference at Chester County District Attorney

09/12/2023

Happy National Police Woman’s Day to our very own Ofc. Rae and Ofc. Sousa 💙

09/12/2023

NEW INFORMATION ON THE MANHUNT FOR DANELO CAVALCANTE

At approximately 8:00 p.m. on September 11, 2023, a motorist reported to law enforcement that a male was crouched near the wood line on the south side of Fairview Road, west of Route 100. The motorist turned her vehicle around to verify what was seen, but the individual had disappeared into the woods.

Troopers in the area began forming a perimeter around the sighted area, and a Border Patrol Tactical Team in the immediate vicinity went directly to the sighted area where they discovered footprints in mud which were an identical match to the prison shoes that Danelo Cavalcante wore. A track was initiated, and shortly after finding the footprints, both prison shoes were located.

Information was received from another resident in the immediate area that a pair of work boots had been stolen from a porch.

The tracking of Danelo Cavalcante continued in a northern direction. At approximately 10:10 p.m., a call was received from a resident on Coventryville Road, indicating a short Hispanic male, wearing dark pants and no shirt, had entered an opened garage while the homeowner was inside. The male grabbed a .22 rifle with a scope that was leaning in the corner of the garage. The homeowner drew a pistol and fired at Cavalcante as he fled with the rifle.

The Pennsylvania State Police responded and secured the scene immediately. At this time, a green sweatshirt and a white t-shirt, believed to have been worn by Cavalcante, were discovered near the edge of the driveway. The perimeter was expanded to include that area. Overnight searches were conducted around the clock by tactical teams from multiple agencies, including the Pennsylvania State Police, Border Patrol, ATF, FBI, US Marshals, and Chester County law enforcement.

Aviation assets, canine units, mounted patrols, and numerous other assets have been mobilized and are currently operating in the search area. Upwards of 500 law enforcement officers are engaged in securing the perimeter and conducting searches. Additional resources have been mobilized, and an extended operating period is planned if necessary.

Cavalcante is considered armed and extremely dangerous. He is now armed with a .22 caliber rifle with a scope and a flashlight mounted on it. Throughout the night, residents within a 3-mile radius of the search area were sent multiple reverse 911 calls and messages, and information was posted to social media by the Pennsylvania State Police in order to keep the public informed and safe. All affected schools were notified immediately in the early morning of September 12, 2023, and the decision was made to close the Owen J. Roberts School District for the day.

The current perimeter includes PA 23 to the north, PA 100 to the east, Fairview and Nantmeal Roads to the south, and Iron Bridge and County Park Roads to the west.

The Pennsylvania State Police are asking that all residents in the area remain vigilant – please check your surroundings and belongings, lock your doors, and check your cars.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts should call 911, PA State Police command post at 1-877-926-8332 or anonymously contact the PA Crime Stoppers at 1-800-4PA-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=107.

09/12/2023

A press conference to provide an update on last night's developments is scheduled for 9:30a.m. this morning (9/12) at the Po-Mar-Lin Fire Company at 36 Firehouse Drive, Kennett Square. Lt. Col. Bivens will be speaking.

Press conference will be live at Chester County District Attorney

09/11/2023

We are asking residents to remember to lock the doors to your homes and vehicles. Please call 911 if you see or hear anything suspicious.

09/11/2023

We will never forget 🇺🇸

09/10/2023

09/10/2023

09/09/2023

Sgt. Twaddell and Ofc. Miller stopped by to support the Victoria Irey Dance Studio car wash

09/07/2023

Monarch Day at the Mill is Saturday, September 9, from 11 till 1. There will be non-stop eating Monarch caterpillars in habitats. There will be chrysalis – maybe a butterfly will emerge while you are watching! There should be a few Monarch butterflies to tag and release. And............

Face-Painting!
Our gift to you. Our artist might have you looking like a Monarch butterfly!

09/05/2023

Reminders: Please call the tip line if you see Cavalcante in person or on camera or note something suspicious such as missing clothes or food.

Sign up at ReadyChesco.org for alerts.

This morning’s press conference recording is available at the link in our previous post.

09/04/2023

PRESS CONFERENCE

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and the Chester County District Attorney’s Office will provide updates on the manhunt for Danelo Cavalcante at 1p.m. on September 4, 2023.

This is still an active and ongoing investigation. Hundreds of law enforcement officers are working around the clock using helicopters, drones, and K-9 units to locate the fugitive. Those in the Pocopson Township area where the suspect was last seen will be contacted directly with additional information as it develops.

Livestreamed on Facebook Live:
https://www.facebook.com/ChesCoDA

09/04/2023

*****Update: Lullabelle was found!*****

Have you seen Lullabelle? She is missing from Clearview Drive. She was last seen wearing her electric fence collar and her collar with a rabies tag. If you find her please give us a call 610-383-7000

09/04/2023

EBTPD wishes everyone a safe and happy Labor Day

09/02/2023

09/01/2023

UPDATE ON THE MANHUNT FOR DANELO CAVALCANTE

The search for prison escapee Danelo Cavalcante continues with detectives and hundreds of police officers using every means available, including search helicopters and dogs. We are following up on every lead. There is a $10,000 reward, posted by the Chester County Commissioners and the U.S. Marshals, for any information that leads to the capture of Cavalcante. If anyone knows or sees anything at all that they suspect may involve this man, please call 9-1-1 or the U.S. Marshal tipline at 1-877-WANTED2 (1-877-926-8332) immediately.

We will report any new information as we have it.

08/28/2023

Solicitor Permits issued:

6 solicitor permits have been issued to Power Home Remodeling active from 08/28/2023-09/26/2023

EBTPD

07/22/2023

Sgt Ferraro, Ofc Smith, and Ofc Sousa had a blast today at the Ed Sielski Memorial Car Show at Crop's Fresh Marketplace 😎

Sgt Ferraro got to share some of his car knowledge with the younger officers…they were either impressed or bored (I can’t tell which)

07/01/2023

Great news!!! Horseshoe Pk / Rt 322 is now open in both directions.