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City of Washington Police Department of Washington, Pennsylvania.

Mission Statement of the City of Washington Police Department

The City of Washington Police Department has the safety and security of the City of Washington as its primary responsibility. To achieve this purpose, officers are dedicated to the following below listed policies and practices.

1) To enforce the Laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

2) To enforce the policies, rules, regulations

and ordinances of the City of Washington.

3) To completely and thoroughly adhere to the reporting of criminal activities under the policies of the City of Washington and the policies of the Uniform Crime Reporting Act to both the Federal and State authorities.

4) To inform the City of Washington Community about the identified threats to both safety and security.

5) To educate the City of Washington Community to the process of this department, to foster an atmosphere of trust and teamwork between the City of Washington community and the City of Washington Police Department.

6) To educate the City of Washington Community about safety and crime prevention practices to aid individuals in protecting their own safety.

7) To ensure that all officers remain current in all needed training.

8) To aid and support the communities surrounding the City of Washington whenever necessary.

06/12/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ADVISORY – JUNETEENTH PARADE & SUNDAY OBSERVER EVENT & CONCERT 🚧

The City of Washington Police Department would like to advise residents and visitors of upcoming traffic restrictions associated with the Juneteenth Parade on Saturday, June 13 and the Sunday Observer Event on Sunday, June 14.

📍 PARKING RESTRICTIONS
Parking meters on Main Street will be bagged and parking will be prohibited on both sides of Main Street from Chestnut Street to Maiden Street.

🗓 SATURDAY, JUNE 13 – JUNETEENTH PARADE
⏰ Approximately 8:30 AM
The following roadways will be closed:
• N. Main Street at Walnut Street (southbound traffic only)
• Chestnut Street from just past Community Bank to just past the Transit/Bus Center (both directions)
• Beau Street at Main Street (no northbound traffic on Main Street)

⏰ 9:00 AM
Parade participant lineup begins.

⏰ 9:45 AM
The parade route along Main Street from Chestnut Street to Maiden Street will be closed to all traffic.

❌ No cross traffic will be permitted at Wheeling Street or Beau Street during the parade.

⏰ 10:00 AM
The Juneteenth Parade begins.

⏰ Approximately 11:00 AM
The parade concludes and traffic restrictions will begin to be lifted.

⏰ Approximately 9:00 PM
Main Street from Wheeling Street to Maiden Street will reopen to all traffic.

🗓 SUNDAY, JUNE 14 – SUNDAY OBSERVER EVENT & CONCERT
⏰ Approximately 11:00 AM
Main Street from Wheeling Street to Maiden Street will be closed to all traffic for the event.

⏰ Approximately 3:00 PM
Event/Concert will begin.

⏰ 9:00 PM
Main Street from Wheeling Street to Maiden Street will reopen to all traffic.

Motorists are encouraged to plan alternate routes, allow additional travel time, and obey all posted signs and directions from law enforcement officers.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we support these community events.

06/10/2026

Plenty of events this week! Farmers Market Thursday, Juneteenth Parade and Celebration Saturday, and the Summer Concert Series on Sunday with live music, food trucks, and classic cars. See you at the Pavilion!

Summer Concert Series of Downtown Washington Main Street Farmers Market

06/05/2026

📱🚔 NEW DISTRACTED DRIVING LAW TAKES EFFECT TODAY 🚔📱

Beginning today, June 5, 2026, Pennsylvania’s “Paul Miller’s Law” makes it illegal to hold, touch, or use a hand-held mobile device while operating a motor vehicle.

This is now a PRIMARY OFFENSE, meaning law enforcement officers can stop and cite drivers solely for violating this law.

❌ No holding your phone
❌ No texting
❌ No scrolling social media
❌ No checking emails or messages
❌ No using your phone while stopped at a red light or sitting in traffic

Violations carry:
💲 $50 Fine
💲 Court Costs and Fees (approximately $198.50 total)

The goal of this law is simple: save lives and prevent crashes caused by distracted driving.

Every year, distracted driving contributes to thousands of crashes, injuries, and fatalities across Pennsylvania. No text, notification, or phone call is worth risking your life or the lives of others.

The City of Washington Police Department encourages all motorists to put their phones away before putting their vehicle in motion. If you need to make a call, send a text, or use your device, safely pull over and park first.

📵 Put the phone down.
👀 Stay alert.
🛡️ Protect yourself. Protect others.

For more information on Paul Miller’s Law, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) website.

06/03/2026

On June 3, 2026 at 0600 hours, the PSP (Pennsylvania State Police) Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) along with the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) and the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General with the assistance of the East Washington Borough Police Department conducted two federal search and arrest warrants at two locations within East Washington Borough.

The first location was at an apartment on North Avenue and the second location was at an apartment located on East Chestnut Street within East Washington Borough. Noise-flash diversionary devices were used. At no point was there a threat to the public. Portions of North Avenue and East Chestnut Street were temporarily shut down
while the warrants were conducted.

The warrants were produced from a collaborative effort from the above stated agencies and part of a ‘sweep’ at various other locations in southwestern Pennsylvania on this date.

06/02/2026

🚨 Approved Solicitor Notification 🚨

The City of Washington Police Department would like to inform residents that the following individuals have been approved for solicitation within the City of Washington.

The individual listed below is employed by Renewal By Andersen. As part of the approval process, we were provided documentation confirming that criminal history record checks were conducted for the employees, which returned with no offenses.

Approved Individuals:
- Joseph Thomas
- Christopher Conyers
- Shawn Bishop
- Kaden Robinett
- Tim Ryan

As always, residents are encouraged to remain aware and report any suspicious activity to the City of Washington Police Department.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, selflessness, and dedication to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude on those who gave everything for the nation we call home. We remember their sacrifice, we honor their legacy, and we remain forever thankful.

From all of us at the Washington Police Department, we extend our deepest respect to our fallen heroes and their families. 🇺🇸

05/19/2026

!! Please share on your social media pages !!

It has come to our attention that unfortunately a resident was a victim of a scam today involving “missing jury duty“ and being in contempt of court. The resident received a phone call from a male identifying himself as a Deputy Sheriff. The resident was asked to pay fines and costs by way of bitcoin currency.
Our staff or Deputies will not request anyone to make any arrangements of payments(digital currency, cash, gift cards ) over the phone or electronically, to correct a legal matter. If you receive a phone advising you of a warrant or contempt of court concerns, please hang up immediately and contact your local police agency or county sheriffs office.

05/13/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC SAFETY NOTICE 🚧

The City of Washington Police Department would like to advise motorists that additional stop signs have been installed following the approval of a new city ordinance.

New stop sign intersections are now in effect at:
▪️ Allison Avenue at Second Street�▪️ W. Hallam Avenue at N. Franklin Street

These changes were approved by Washington City Council through the final reading and passage of Ordinance 1989, Bill No. 3 of 2026, which amended the City Code regarding stop sign intersections.

Drivers are reminded to use caution in these areas, obey all posted traffic control devices, and remain alert for the updated traffic patterns.

Thank you for helping keep our streets safe

05/08/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – Friday, May 8, 2026 🚧

Please be advised that S. Main Street between Wheeling Street and Maiden Street will be closed to all traffic today, Friday, May 8, 2026, from 12:00 PM through 6:00 PM Saturday, May 9, 2026 for preparation and operation of the Running of the Wools event.

The actual Running of the Wools activities will take place tomorrow, Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and use alternate routes during this time. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

05/07/2026

🚨 Approved Solicitor Notification 🚨

The City of Washington Police Department would like to inform residents that the following individual has been approved for solicitation within the City of Washington.

The individual listed below is employed by Trinity Solar. As part of the approval process, we were provided documentation confirming that criminal history record checks were conducted for the employee, which returned with no offenses.

Approved Individual:
- John Garcia

As always, residents are encouraged to remain aware and report any suspicious activity to the City of Washington Police Department.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and support. 👮‍♂️💙

Address

56 W. Strawberry Avenue
Washington, PA
15301

Telephone

+17242234226

Website

http://www.washingtonpa.us/city-departments/

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