Philadelphia police out in full force as city celebrates New Year, Mummers

Police say each year they use experiences from previous celebrations and strategies from other cities to continue to improve in trying to make these big celebrations safer and safer.

PPD out in large numbers as city celebrates the new year
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While people enjoy the fireworks at Penn's Landing, watch the Mummers strut down Broad or any other New Year celebrations, the Philadelphia Police Department is out in full force providing security and ensuring safety for all.

Law enforcement families gather for 5th annual Andy Chan Block Party fundraiser

An Old City block is shut down, turning a holiday party into a major fundraiser for multiple law enforcement families. It’s all part of the 5th annual Andy Chan Holiday Block Party, named for an officer injured in the line of duty.

Law enforcement families gather for 5th annual Andy Chan Holiday Block Party
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An Old City block is shut down, turning a holiday party into a major fundraiser for multiple law enforcement families. It?s all part of the 5th annual Andy Chan Holiday Block Party, named for an officer injured in the line of duty.

Philadelphia officer injured in hit-and-run, officials say

The officer was on patrol and driving west on West Luzerne Street, in Hunting Park, when the police cruiser collided with a driver in a civilian vehicle.

Conversations with the Commissioner: Kevin Bethel listens to community concerns in Germantown

From gang violence to petty crime, traffic, trash, and quality-of-life issues, people in one Philly neighborhood got the chance to sound off about those issues and more with the city's top cop, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel.

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel discusses recent drop in homicides, violent crime
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Homicides in Philadelphia are down significantly in 2024 and September saw the smallest number of homicides in nine years. Commissioner Kevin Bethel stopped by the studio Friday morning to discuss the trend and what the Philadelphia Department is doing to keep the numbers down.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Meet Philadelphia's first Latino Deputy Commissioner

52-year-old Pedro Rosario made history in January when he was promoted to become the first Latino Deputy Police Commissioner in the City of Philadelphia. 

Police looking for man accused of tackling, punching woman on Benjamin Franklin Parkway
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Police are searching for a man who they say tackled a woman to the ground and punched her several times in broad daylight on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The attack happened less than a mile away from the Philadelphia Museum of Art and across the street from the Franklin Institute.

Hero Thrill Show, saluting fallen first responders, held in South Philadelphia
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For the 69th year, the Hero Thrill Show was held to honor those who died in the line of duty and making sure the families of those first responders are not forgotten.

Viewing held for slain Philadelphia Police Officer Jaime Roman
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The life of Philadelphia police officer Jaime Roman will be celebrated this week after his service to the community came to a tragic end earlier this month.

Jaime Roman: Funeral services for fallen Philadelphia officer announced

The life of Philadelphia Police Officer Jaime Roman will be celebrated this later this week. Officer Roman was fatally wounded in a shooting back in June and succumbed to his injuries last week.

Chickie's and Pete's brawl: Philadelphia police sergeant assaulted, arrests made

A Philadelphia police sergeant was punched in the face multiple times while attempting to break up a large brawl at Chickie's and Pete's. One suspect was charged with assaulting an officer and three other people were cited for disorderly conduct.

Elite motorcycle unit hits the streets combating dangerous driving

Philadelphia police are cracking down on dangerous driving on Philly streets with an elite motorcycle unit. Their Highway Patrol is out in full force and their main targets are illegal ATVs and dirt bikes.