Local Government – Lower Makefield Township

LMPD Cops: Golf Cart Stolen, Gift Card Fraud, Science Lab Break Breach and More

Published

6 years ago

May 30, 2020

Joanne Ames

LOWER MAKEFIELD TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME AND POLICE REPORT

5/27/2020

CREDIT CARD FRAUD – 1700 block of Finch Ct. reported at 8:30 a.m. Complainant reported unauthorized use of a credit card in the amount of $100.00.

5/26/2020

THEFT – 1800 block of Kathy Dr. at Yardley Crossing reported at 8:25 p.m. Property Manager reported theft of golf cart by three individuals who drove the cart into the woods and fled in a gray Honda. Investigation ongoing.

5/25/2020

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF:

2000 block of Dawn Ln. reported at 2:43 p.m. Complainant reported unknown person(s) egged their residence and vehicle.

1300 block of Heather Ridge Dr. reported at 10:59 a.m. Complainant reported unknown person(s) egged their residence.

CRIMINAL TRESPASS – 1700 block of Quarry Rd. at Grey Nun Academy reported at 9:27 p.m. Police and Fire responded to a fire alarm at the location. Further investigation revealed subject(s) broke into the building and were mixing chemicals in the Science lab. Fire extinguisher was used which triggered the fire alarm. Investigation ongoing.

5/24/2020

IDENTITY THEFT – Unit block of Crown Ter. reported at 2:24 p.m. Complainant reported unknown person(s) used their information to attempt to open credit accounts.

5/23/2020

PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS – 1900 block of Polo Run Dr. reported at 6:20 p.m. Police responded to the report of a male in cardiac arrest. Further investigation led to the discovery of three pints of vodka. The 40 year old male from LMT was cited for Public Drunkenness.

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF – 2600 block of Lynbrooke Dr. reported at 6:26 p.m. Complainant reported ongoing issue with someone intentionally damaging their vehicles.

5/22/2020
RETAIL THEFT – 1600 block of Big Oak Rd. at Shop Rite reported at 12:47 p.m. Loss Prevention detained a 34 year old male from Levittown, PA for taking $139.96 worth of merchandise without paying. He was cited for Retail Theft.

FRAUD – 500 block of Thrush Ct. reported at 2:45 p.m. Complainant reported receiving an email believed to be from a family member requesting $300 in Google Play gift cards. The complainant purchased the cards but realized it was a scam before sending them.

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Education - Bensalem Township

Lower Bucks Schools to Hold “Remote” and Asynchronous Learning Tuesday

Published

1 week ago

February 23, 2026

Joanne Ames

Lower Bucks County public school districts announced their plans for Tuesday, the day after the blizzard of 26 as public school buildings will remain closed and “remote” or “asynchronous learning” is scheduled for students.

Below is a list of the schools and their website for Tuesday, Feb. 24. All are encouraged to use the links to see the full details of your school district.

Human Interest - Bensalem Township

Lower Bucks County Municipalities Declare Snow Emergencies

Published

1 month ago

January 23, 2026

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Lower Bucks municipalities has declared snow emergencies on Friday in advance of the expected snow storm that the National Weather Service says will dump anywhere between 10 to 15 inches on the Lower Bucks County area

A winter storm warning is in effect from 7 pm Saturday to 1 pm Monday.

Each municipality has its own link. For more information and updates, please click on their associated link.

Bensalem Township – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bq2PzpqdK/

Bristol Township – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17bGWJYpPX/

Falls Township – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Ada742rs2/

Langhorne Borough – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DVUVcTNFZ/

Lower Makefield Township – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GMF4UCWLw/

Middletown Township – https://conta.cc/4bgCZUU

Credit: Meta (Middletown Twp. Police)

Morrisville Borough – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ANUQhDY1Z/

Newtown Township – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cvh1t379f/

Penndel Borough – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1M4nKzXW8w/

Tullytown Borough – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JQfJ8SJmo/

Warminster Township –https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14UeyNzoBFG/ & https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14UeyNzoBFG/

Yardley Borough – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CFZiXmY5D/

Credit: SLNC

Bristol Borough and Newtown Borough have not declared an emergency as of publication time.

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Cops, Courts & Fire -Lower Makefield Township

Lower Makefield Twp. Police Reports: Garden of Reflection Vandalized, Almost $11,000 Credit Card Fraud Reported and More!

Published

2 months ago

January 19, 2026

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Lower Makefield Township Police Reports – Jan 9 2026 – Jan 13 2026

1/13/2026
Burglary – 1400 block of Heather Ridge Dr. reported at 12:25 a.m. Police responded to the report of a burglary not in progress at the location. Further investigation revealed surveillance video from 1/9 at 6:19 p.m. showed two unknown person(s) used a ladder to force entry via a second floor bathroom window. Jewelry reported missing at this time. Investigation ongoing.

Fraud – 700 block of Bushnell Ln. reported at 9:11 a.m.. Complainant reported known person petitioned a fraudulent POA against them and has been wiring money from their account without authorization.

1/12/2026
Credit Card Fraud – 600 block Leslie Ln. reported at 1:17 p.m.. Complainant reported unauthorized use of their credit card in the amount of $10,800.00.

1/11/2026
Criminal Mischief – 1900 block Woodside Rd. at the Garden of Reflection reported at 8:42 a.m. Complainant reported unknown person(s) drove a quad through the fields and caused heavy turf damage. Investigation also revealed damage at Woodside Rd. & Dolington Rd. Investigation ongoing.

DUI & Endangering Welfare of Children Arrest – 900 block of Vansant Dr. at Wegmans reported at 9:06 p.m. Police responded to the report of an intoxicated female who was denied the purchase of alcohol and had a young child in her custody. Upon police arrival, they observed the female operating a vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted. The 44 year old female from LMT was taken into police custody. She was charged with DUI & Endangering the Welfare of Children. She was arraigned by District Justice Petrucci and sent to BCCF in lieu of $25,000/10% bail.

1/10/2026
Burglary– 1300 block of Prospect Farm Dr. reported at 12:56 a.m.. Police responded to the report of a burglary not in progress at the location. Further investigation revealed unknown person(s) forced entry into the residence via a second floor bedroom window and removed a firearm, jewelry, and approximately $15,000 cash. Investigation ongoing.