Smith Township Police Department

Smith Township Police Department Law Enforcement Agency located in Smith Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania Joseph Smith. Zoning is in effect.

Location and History of Smith Township:

The township is located in the northwestern corner of Washington County Pennsylvania, about 30 miles west of downtown Pittsburgh. It was founded in 1781 as one of the original 13 townships created with the birth of Washington County and named to honor Rev. There are just under 5,000 people living in the most rural residential area that covers about 34.4 sq

uare miles. The population has remained relatively stable, with small losses between the 1990 and 2000 census. Public water and sewerage is available in the more densely populated areas. Public water is provided by Pennsylvania American Water. Public Sewerage is provided by Burgettstown Smith Township Joint Sewerage Authority. The plant is located at 7 Columbia Drive in Joffre which is in Smith Township. State Route 18 is a two lane highway that runs through Smith Township; starting at the Mount Pleasant and Smith Township line traveling north to the Burgettstown Borough line is approximately 4.8 tenths of a mile. Approximately 1.4 tenths of a mile through Burgettstown Borough you are back in Smith Township and then approximately 2.5 tenths of a mile you are in Hanover Township. All of Route 18 that is in Smith Township is named Smith Township State Road. Smith Township is made up these small villages:
Atlasburg, Slovan, Langeloth, Erie Mine, Francis Mine, Harmon Creek, Joffre (Raccoon), Bulger, and Cherry Valley. Other known areas: Bavington Area, Hamilton Plan, Portions of Florence Avenue, Bell Avenue and Walnut Street.

02/26/2026

8" water main break on 3rd Avenue in Langeloth. Expected to affect 273 people, estimated repair time is 4-6 hours.

02/18/2026

PA American Water has just notified us of a water main break in Langeloth, this issue is in the process of being resolved and should take anywhere from 4-6 hours.

Attention residents of Smith Township. We would like to inform you that this individual from Trinity Solar Company has a...
02/18/2026

Attention residents of Smith Township. We would like to inform you that this individual from Trinity Solar Company has a valid solicitation permit for a time period of one month. If anyone has any questions regarding this matter, please contact us at 724-947-5069

Today we honor the brave men and women who run toward danger when others run away. Thank you to all first responders for...
10/28/2025

Today we honor the brave men and women who run toward danger when others run away. Thank you to all first responders for your courage, compassion, and sacrifice. 🚒🚑👮‍♂️

10/10/2025
Today, we honor those who lost their lives to an unspeakable tragedy. We honor the brave men and woman who made the ulti...
09/11/2025

Today, we honor those who lost their lives to an unspeakable tragedy. We honor the brave men and woman who made the ultimate sacrifice. We will never forget September 11, 2001.

08/13/2025

The Smith Township Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer.

Requirements:
-Must be a United States Citizen
-Must be 21 years of age
-Must be PA Act 120 certified prior to the appointment date
-Successfully pass a background investigation
-Must have a valid PA Driver's License
-High School Diploma or equivalent

Benefits:
$28.25 /hr (2025 rate)
2026 rate is $29.50 /hr
Fully paid medical, dental and vision.
$700.00 annual uniform allowance
Pension program
Overtime and other special work details also available.

Successful applicants must also meet the requirements of the Smith Township's hiring policy that will consist of a full background investigation and if selected be required to successfully pass a physical examination and drug testing.

Smith Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Happy National Police Week! The Smith Township Police Department would like to honor and remember the brave men and wome...
05/13/2025

Happy National Police Week! The Smith Township Police Department would like to honor and remember the brave men and women in law enforcement who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

A special thanks to Brian from Brian’s Auto Detailing LLC for doing an awesome job on our vehicles.
10/03/2024

A special thanks to Brian from Brian’s Auto Detailing LLC for doing an awesome job on our vehicles.

IDENTIFICATION REQUEST: UPDATE The Smith Township Police Department would like to thank everyone for the numerous tips r...
07/25/2024

IDENTIFICATION REQUEST: UPDATE

The Smith Township Police Department would like to thank everyone for the numerous tips received regarding this individual.

Yesterday evening Officers responded to the area of Langeloth Road for a report of a suspicious male. Officers arrived on scene and found the suspicious male went into a nearby abandoned residence.

Officers entered into the abandoned residence and located the suspicious male later identified as Shawn Gill hiding inside.

Shawn Gill was then apprehended by Officers and is now in custody of the Pennsylvania State Police.

Shawn Gill is facing several charges from this agency as well as other agencies (in and out of state).

Address

1848 Smith Township State Rd
Slovan, PA
15078

Telephone

(724) 947-5069

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