Philadelphia's new leadership: Top cop Commissioner Bethel vows restoration of law and order
The former Chief of School Safety for the School District of Philadelphia highlighted the need for more officers on the street and a strong push for community policing.
New Philadelphia top cop Kevin Bethel sworn-in as Police Commissioner
The former Chief of School Safety for the School District of Philadelphia highlighted the need for more officers on the street and a strong push for community policing.
Security tight for busy Philly weekend as police step up visibility: ‘It’s safe, we’re out there’
A lot of preparations are underway in Philadelphia in terms of security, as police don’t have just New Year’s Eve, but the Eagles game Sunday and the Mummers Parade. It’s a busy time for law enforcement.
Busy Philly weekend means law enforcement is all hands on deck
Philadelphia Police Department will set a visible reminder that a busy weekend in the city, packed with many events from Eagles to New Year's Eve, means police are on patrol and security will be tight.
Holiday shopping, party for Philly families hosted by police
A special gift was given for dozens of families in Philadelphia and not just toys and presents, but memories they’ll never forget.
Philadelphia airport shooting: Suspects face trial in murder of Philadelphia police officer
The suspects behind the murder of Philadelphia Police Officer Richard Mendez appeared in court Wednesday and the assistant district attorney added more charges.
Suspects charged in death of Philly officer in court facing new charges
The men are charged with shooting and killing Officer Mendez at Philadelphia International Airport in October. They were in court for a preliminary hearing and are facing new charges.
4th annual Andy Chan holiday block party fundraiser benefits law enforcement families struck by tragedy
A fundraiser Friday night for the families of two of Philadelphia’s finest, a highway patrolman seriously injured in a crash and a Temple police sergeant killed on the job.
Andy Chan block party fundraiser benefits law enforcement families
A fundraiser was held Friday night for the families of two of Philadelphia’s finest, a highway patrolman seriously injured in a crash and a Temple police sergeant killed on the job.
Shop with a Cop event sees Philly police take kids holiday shopping
It's the time of year where Philadelphia police step up and take hundreds of kids shopping for Christmas in the Shop with a Cop event.
Interim Commissioner John Stanford talks Philly crime, future
Interim Philadelphia Police Commissioner John Stanford talks about progress police have made in 2023 and areas where the department needs work, as well as his future.
Interim Commissioner John Stanford talks 2023 crime rates in Philadelphia, future plans
The Philadelphia Police Department has dealt with a variety of changes over the past year. Interim Police Commissioner John Stanford sat down with FOX 29's Jeff Cole and answered questions regarding crime rates and his future.
Philadelphia officers involved in shootout with suspect identified
Philadelphia police have identified four officers they say were involved in this weekend's shootout. Two officers and the suspect were struck by gunfire during the incident.
Philadelphia police officers hospitalized after crash while responding to assignment: officials
Two Philadelphia police officers are recovering after they were involved in an accident that left their police cruiser heavily damaged.
2 men found fatally shot inside vehicle in Northeast Philadelphia: police
An investigation is underway after police say a double homicide occurred in Northeast Philadelphia late Wednesday afternoon.
Police make arrest in fatal Northeast Philadelphia shooting early Thanksgiving morning
A man was fatally shot in the early hours of Thanksgiving Day in Northeast Philadelphia.
Man, 31, dead after shooting in West Oak Lane mini-market, police say
A man's life was taken Thanksgiving Day after a shooting occurred in a West Oak Lane mini-market.
Kevin Bethel introduced as Philadelphia’s next police commissioner
Kevin Bethel, the Chief of School Safety in the School District of Philadelphia, was introduced Wednesday as the city's next police commissioner.
Kevin Bethel to serve as Philadelphia’s next police commissioner
Kevin Bethel, the Chief of School Safety in the School District of Philadelphia, was introduced Wednesday as the city's next police commissioner.
Dollar General robbed at gun-point by masked man wearing security uniform in Overbrook Park: police
The Philadelphia Police Department is looking to identify a suspect they say robbed a Dollar General in Overbrook Park at gun-point while wearing a security uniform.