Kutztown Borough Police Department

08/30/2026

**UPDATE** The dog has been safely relocated. Kutztown Police Department has concluded their investigation and appropriate actions have been taken. Thank you all for your assistance.

Anyone recognize this pup? Found in the area of South Maple Street. Anyone with information is asked to contact Kutztown Police Department (610) 683-3545. Thank you!

08/26/2026

The Kutztown Borough Police Department is investigating an assault that occurred on August 25, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m. in the area of the Basin St. Hotel.

If you witnessed the assault or have information regarding someone who may have witnessed the incident, please contact Ofc. Klouser at (610) 683-3545.

Your information may help us with this investigation. Thank you for your assistance.

08/23/2026

🚌📚 Back to School! 🍎✏️
School is starting Tuesday, which means those big yellow buses will be back on the roads! Please remember to slow down, stay alert, and always stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.

Our CSO’s will be helping children cross the street and to keep traffic flowing. Please obey their directions.

Let’s all do our part to keep our children safe as they head back to school. Wishing all students, parents, teachers, and school staff a wonderful and safe school year!

Slow down. Stay alert. Keep our kids safe. 🚌💛

08/19/2026

**Update** OWNER FOUND. Thank you!

Anyone recognize this pup? Found on Seem Dr. Anyone with information please contact Kutztown Borough Police Department (610) 683-3545.

08/18/2026

SCAM ALERT: The Kutztown Borough Police Department is warning residents about phone scams involving callers who falsely claim to be law enforcement officers. These scammers may tell you that you owe money for a fine, have an outstanding warrant, or will be arrested if you do not make an immediate payment.

The Kutztown Borough Police Department will never demand payment over the phone to clear a warrant or avoid arrest. Do not provide personal or financial information or send money to an unknown caller.

If you receive a suspicious call claiming to be from law enforcement, hang up and contact the Kutztown Borough Police Department directly to verify the information.

Send a message to learn more

07/31/2026

Kutztown Police Statement on License Plate Reader Cameras

There has been some discussion about “Flock cameras” in our community, and we want to clarify what equipment the Kutztown Borough Police Department actually uses and how it operates.

Flock is the name of a company that provides one type of license plate reader system. It is not a general term for all cameras that read license plates. These systems are intended to photograph passing vehicles, read visible license plates, and record basic information such as the date, time, and location.

Kutztown does not use Flock cameras. Our department uses Motorola license plate reader cameras that have been in operation since 2016. Unlike Flock cameras, which typically transmit data via cellular networks to a cloud-based system, Kutztown’s cameras are hardwired. They are not wireless and operate on a closed network controlled by the department.

The information collected by our cameras is not sold or shared with commercial companies. It is also not automatically available to other police departments. Information is shared only with another law enforcement agency for a legitimate investigation and only with the approval of the Kutztown Borough Police Department.

Access to our system is limited to authorized law enforcement users. Each user has an individual account, and every search is recorded. This allows us to review who accessed the system and conduct audits to make sure it is being used properly.

A license plate reader match is treated as an investigative lead. Officers must confirm the information before taking any enforcement action.

This system has been used by the department for approximately 10 years and has helped identify vehicles and offenders in numerous investigations. It has proven to be a useful tool for solving crimes while allowing the department to maintain control over the information it collects and how it is used.

07/28/2026

07/27/2026

Parents and guardians, stop by the Kutztown Borough Police Department area during Kutztown Day and receive a free Kid Kard for your child.

Each Kid Kard includes a photograph and right thumbprint, providing families with important identifying information to keep with their records.

Sunday, August 2, 2026
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Kutztown Park

Come out and enjoy Kutztown Day while taking advantage of this free community service. Please share this post so other local families know about it.

07/16/2026

Mark your planners for Sunday, September 6, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Kutztown Fairgrounds (Rain Date: September 13).

Join us for a fun, family-friendly morning filled with amazing vehicles, great coffee, and community fun. Whether you're a car enthusiast, a fan of emergency vehicles, or just looking for something to do with the family, there's something for everyone.

Here's what you can look forward to:
125–200 display vehicles, including classics, customs, muscle cars, trucks, and more
Police, Fire, and EMS vehicle displays
FREE hot coffee courtesy of the Kutztown Fair Association
Sandwiches and other food available for purchase
Dunk Tank featuring volunteers from Police, Fire, and EMS
Car Show Awards
• People's Choice Award
• Best Public Safety Vehicle
• Officer's Choice Award
• Most Likely to Get a Ticket

Vote for your favorite vehicle, and you'll be entered into a drawing for great automotive-related prizes donated by local businesses.

The first 200 kids ages 14 and under will receive a FREE Matchbox or Hot Wheels car while supplies last!

If you're bringing a vehicle to display, please enter through the entrance at 225 N. Whiteoak Street.

If you're attending as a spectator, please use the 450 Wentz Street entrance.

Admission is free, so have a cup of coffee, check out some incredible vehicles, meet your local first responders, and spend a great morning with the community.

Interested in displaying a vehicle, becoming a sponsor, donating giveaway items, or volunteering? Send us a message through Facebook Messenger. We look forward to seeing everyone on September 6!

07/04/2026

A huge thank you goes out to Debra Gilbert for all the food she dropped off for our Officers and CSOs working today!

We are fortunate to work for such a great community!

God Bless America!