West Hempfield Township Police Department

06/05/2026

Phones down please! Let’s keep our roads safe, your phone can wait! Paul Miller’s Law goes into effect today.

06/04/2026

These two were found in the 1300 Block of Prospect Rd this morning. Should you know where they belong, please call 717-285-5191 or County Dispatch at 800-957-2677.

06/02/2026

** Suspect located deceased from apparent self inflicted gunshot wound **

Please call 911 if seen!

The Manheim Borough Police Department has an active arrest warrant for criminal homicide for Michael Anthony Boccia, 36, in connection with the shooting death of Keshia M. Gonzalez, 37, which occurred this morning in Manheim Borough.

Boccia is believed to reside in York City and was last known to be driving a maroon 2013 Toyota Avalon bearing Pennsylvania registration MWE1562. The vehicle is believed to have tinted windows.

Police believe Boccia may be armed and dangerous and should not be approached.

Anyone who knows Boccia's whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately. Anyone with information related to this investigation is encouraged to contact the Manheim Borough Police Department at 717-665-2481.

06/01/2026

Welcome to your new home!! We have the most caring Officers!!

Some stories come full circle in the most beautiful ways. ❤️

When Raya arrived as one of the 93 animals rescued from cruelty and neglect, her photo broke hearts across the country. The sadness in her eyes told a story no animal should ever have to live.

But today, Raya's story got the happily ever after she deserved — This sweet girl was adopted by one of the very police officers who helped save her.

The same hands that helped carry her to safety are now welcoming her home.

We often say it takes a village to save animals. Today, one of those heroes became family.❤️

📍 Main Line Animal Rescue
🗺️ 1149 Pike Springs Rd. Phoenixville, PA
⏰ Open daily 11am-5pm
🖥️ www.mlar.org/adopt-application
📧 [email protected]
🌟 Kennel #2857

05/29/2026

NOW HIRING

The West Hempfield Township Police Department is currently searching for well qualified Act 120 certified police officers or applicants currently enrolled in an Act 120 training program.

All interested applicants wanting to apply for the position of Police Officer should email a resume and cover letter to the Chief of Police at [email protected]. Upon reviewing your resume and cover letter, you will be sent a link to the next step.

The selection process will remain open until a date yet to be determined.

Great Pay, Benefits and work schedule!!! You can make a difference in our community!

05/12/2026

** UPDATE - OWNER'S LOCATED **

Help me find my owner! This young man was found near Columbia Avenue at Laurel Run last night, (5/11) around 11:30PM. If you know him, please give our office a call! No collar or microchips found on him.

05/06/2026

Last night the WHTPD held our annual award ceremony.

There were numerous officers who were recognized for their outstanding work in 2025.

One incident in particular highlighted the teamwork and inter-agency cooperation between multiple departments and Lancaster County Dispatchers.

The WHTP would like to thank our Township Board of Supervisors for their annual recognition of Police Week by way of a Proclamation, as well as for honoring officers who have fallen in the line of duty.

We would also like to thank Lancaster County Commissioners Alice Yoder, Ray D'Agostino, and Josh Parsons for their letters of recognition for the officers involved in the Breezyview Park incident.

The WHTPD Officer of the Year for 2025 was Officer Ruhama Lamure. Officer Lamure had an outstanding year in 2025. Her high-volume proactive policing, Investigative excellence, technical expertise and initiative, and commitment to duty made her stand out among her peers.

Here is a list of our 2025 award recipients:

Chief's Commendation - Suicidal Subject at Breezyview Park

Lancaster County Park Rangers - Chief Benjamin Arnold, Park Ranger Oliver Kelso, Park Ranger David Fliegel, Sgt. Ryan Gajecki, Park Ranger Alex Manwiller
County Dispatchers - Rachel Osborne, Matthew Weaver
Northwest Regional Police Department - Sgt. Aaron McCoy
Susquehanna Regional Police Department - Officer Joshua Rudy
West Hempfield Township Police Department - Cpl. Michael Murray, Cpl. Christopher Pfeiffer, Officer Christopher Moss, Officer Robert Williams
Columbia Borough Police Department - Sgt. Andrew Snyder, Officer Frank Ember III, Officer Austin Miller

Chief's Commendation - Fraud Investigation
Det./Sgt. Robert Bradfield

Chief's Commendation - Excellence in Leadership at a Homicide Scene
Cpl. Richard Bowermaster

Chief's Commendation - Domestic/Man with a Gun
Cpl. Christopher Pfeiffer
Officer Christopher Moss

Chief's Commendation - Domestic/Man with a Knife
Officer Aaron Steager

WHTPD 2025 Officer of the Year
Officer Ruhama Lamure

05/03/2026

❤️🐶 Thankful for the hard work West Hempfield Fire/Rescue and our community members did this week! Lots of love for the animals in need! THANK YOU ALL!

04/28/2026

Officer Hohman got to give Fifa a tour of the police department and give her some practice being in a new fun environment! Isn’t she just the sweetest thing!

04/26/2026

Please consider coming out and donating! Help support an awesome cause!

Many of you have heard the heartbreaking story of almost 100 animals being rescued from our local area, and WHFR wants to help🐾

From now until May 2nd we are accepting donations. These donations will be disbursed among all SPCA locations who are caring for these animals.

76 dogs, 15 cats and rabbits. Full story here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CkfxyYbSY/?mibextid=wwXIfr