Pennsylvania Capitol Police

Pennsylvania Capitol Police Welcome to the Pennsylvania Capitol Police! Officers also provide a variety of personal safety training courses to employees. (CALEA).

The Commonwealth of PA's Bureau of Police and Safety, often simply called the Capitol Police, maintains a safe and secure environment for employees and visitors to the Pennsylvania Capitol Complex. The Capitol Police is accredited by the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (PLEAC) and has been awarded International Law Enforcement Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc.

At the Pennsylvania Capitol Police, ensuring our officers have access to the proper resources after facing a critical or...
08/10/2026

At the Pennsylvania Capitol Police, ensuring our officers have access to the proper resources after facing a critical or traumatic incident. That is why members of our team recently underwent Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) training through the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc.

The nearly 30-hour training focuses on pre-incident education consisting of classroom and scenario-based instruction on techniques for providing the necessary support, resources and compassion to those officers and first responders who have experienced a traumatic or critical event.
Thank you to our peer support team members for continuing their education and expanding their abilities to help their fellow officers when they need it the most.

08/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to see the Pennsylvania Capitol Police at the Harrisburg National Night Out at the PA Farm Show Complex & Expo center. The event was an excellent opportunity for our officers to engage with the many individuals and families that attended.

K9s Leo and Levi got more pets than they could handle (if that’s possible) and our officers enjoyed the questions, conversations and overall good vibes of the evening.

Thanks to everyone and we look forward to seeing you next year!

Thank you to everyone who came out to see the Pennsylvania Capitol Police at the Harrisburg National Night Out at the P...
08/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to see the Pennsylvania Capitol Police at the Harrisburg National Night Out at the PA Farm Show Complex & Expo center. The event was an excellent opportunity for our officers to engage with the many individuals and families that attended.

K9s Leo and Levi got more pets than they could handle (if that’s possible) and our officers enjoyed the questions, conversations and overall good vibes of the evening.

We also had a presence at the Middletown National Night Out where members of the Capitol Police Bike Patrol Unit were on hand to provide safety tips and demonstrations, provide bike safety helmets and talk to the community about the great things the Capitol Police do!

Thanks to everyone and we look forward to seeing you next year!

08/05/2026

The Pennsylvania Capitol Police are accepting applications for the January 2027 Recruit Program. This program presents successful candidates with the opportunity to earn their Act 120 certification and build a career with the Capitol Police.

Officer Madison Goodwin, with an assist from K9 Lars, recently shared her experience with the Recruit Program, how the Capitol Police support a healthy work/life balance, and how her career has moved forward with the department!

Apply now at https://tinyurl.com/3hbcsbm8.

The use of Micromobility – small, lightweight vehicles like bicycles, electric bikes, and electric scooters – is a very ...
08/03/2026

The use of Micromobility – small, lightweight vehicles like bicycles, electric bikes, and electric scooters – is a very convenient and cost-effective alternative to automobile travel, especially during the fair-weather months of the year.

The Pennsylvania Capitol Police want to remind those who choose these methods of transportation to prioritize their safety over convenience by knowing your responsibilities under the law when operating these types of vehicles.

These charts from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation outline the specific laws of operation for the use of Micromobility in the commonwealth. Please refer to them for your specific mode of transportation and as always, be safe!

07/29/2026

The Pennsylvania Capitol Police are accepting applications for the January 2027 Recruit Program. This program presents successful candidates with the opportunity to earn their Act 120 certification and build a career with the Capitol Police.

Officer Demitrious Willingham recently completed the CPD Recruit Program and shares his experience in the academy, what he’s learning, and why he chose Pennsylvania Capitol Police!

Apply now at https://tinyurl.com/3hbcsbm8.

National Night Out is next week on Tuesday, August 4!We’ll have our K9 unit, drone team, UTV , Police Truck and plenty o...
07/27/2026

National Night Out is next week on Tuesday, August 4!

We’ll have our K9 unit, drone team, UTV , Police Truck and plenty of giveaways at the Harrisburg NNO celebration being held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone!

Note: Parking for individuals with disabilities will be in the lot behind West Hall off the Maclay Street entrance and general parking will be in the lot behind the Equine Barn, which can be accessed via the Wildwood Drive and Maclay Street entrances.

07/22/2026

The Pennsylvania Capitol Police are accepting applications for the January 2027 Recruit Program. This program presents successful candidates with the opportunity to earn their Act 120 certification and build a career with the Capitol Police.

Officer Devin Anthony shares his experience with the Recruit Program and how it has helped advance his career within the department, especially within its specialized units.

Apply now at https://tinyurl.com/3hbcsbm8.

Congratulations to Pennsylvania Capitol Police Officer George Gabel on his recent retirement after more than 27 years of...
07/20/2026

Congratulations to Pennsylvania Capitol Police Officer George Gabel on his recent retirement after more than 27 years of service to the Commonwealth!

During his career, Officer Gabel was a member of the department’s Field Force, worked all three shifts and was always willing to take on overtime shifts to help reduce operational challenges.

We wish you the best in your retirement!

Pennsylvania Capitol Police Sergeants John Biesecker and Mubashar Chaudry recently presented Letters of Recognition to o...
07/17/2026

Pennsylvania Capitol Police Sergeants John Biesecker and Mubashar Chaudry recently presented Letters of Recognition to officers and Certificates of Appreciation to civilian members of the Lower Paxton Bureau of Police for their participation in the department’s first-ever sobriety checkpoint back in mid-May. The LPBP allocates the Police Traffic Safety (PTS) Grant in Dauphin County under which the checkpoint was funded.

The checkpoint resulted in the arrest of 13 individuals for DUI and also a number of child safety seat installations and adjustments, traffic citations, warrant arrests and drug -related violation arrests.

Letters of recognition and Certificates of Appreciation were also issued to Harrisburg Bureau of Police, Lower Swatara Police Department, Penbrook Police Department, Swatara Township Police Department, and the Dauphin County Sherriff’s Department. South Central Emergency Medical Services and the Salvation Army also received recognition for their support of the checkpoint.

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