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DA: Former Police Officer Deceived Langhorne Senior into Signing Will Over to Him

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District Attorney Jennifer Schorn on Wednesday announced charges against a former Bucks County police officer for deceiving an elderly Langhorne resident into signing her last will and testament, aiming to gain control of her more than $500,000 estate.

Carlito Cortez, who worked part time for both the Langhorne Borough Police Department and the Yardley Borough Police Department, surrendered to authorities on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, following the investigation by Bucks County Detectives and the Bucks County 21st Investigating Grand Jury.

Last week, the Grand Jury recommended charges against Cortez, 59, of Richboro, of criminal attempt to commit theft by deception, securing execution of documents by deception, theft by deception, receiving stolen property, false swearing, perjury and official oppression. The Grand Jury presentment was approved by President Judge Raymond F. McHugh.

He was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Daniel Baranoski who set bail at $150,000 unsecured. He also ordered that Cortez have no contact with the victim.

Cortez worked as a part-time officer for the Yardley Borough Police Department from 2013 to 2023 and as a part-time officer for the Langhorne Borough Police Department for eight years. He resigned from Langhorne in the fall.

“This case is very unnerving because it destroys your trust in this position of authority that this individual held. I am so pleased to know that my colleagues took painstaking steps to investigate this matter, and they used the powers of the Grand Jury to assist them in that capacity, and they, honoring their oath and commitment to seek justice, demonstrate that no one is above the law,” District Attorney Jennifer Schorn said.

“It really does not get much worse than this, this defendant’s actions are the definition of predatory and exploitative, and again, I just praise the work that was done and also commend the members of the Bucks County Investigating Grand Jury because they serve in secret and they serve for up to two years handling matters, sensitive matters like this, so that we can get justice for victims of crime.”

This investigation found that the married police officer began a relationship with a 76-year-old woman and obtained the victim’s signature on a last will and testament, which he falsely presented as a power of attorney document.

Cortez met the woman after he was assigned as a Langhorne police officer to investigate the March 2020 theft of two rings valued at $25,000 from her home safe. The rings were never found, and no charges were filed in the theft.

Despite the stalled investigation, Cortez continued to visit the victim, and their relationship evolved over three years. A witness reported seeing Cortez’s police vehicle at the victim’s residence several nights a week for extended periods, often into the morning.

The victim stated she fell in love with Cortez, who reciprocated verbally only when she did things for him. She also indicated their relationship was not sexually intimate.

During this time, Cortez, who also worked as a contractor, offered to do home repairs for the victim, but most projects were left unfinished.

Near the end of 2022, Cortez talked the victim into getting in-home nursing care and arranged for a woman with whom he was also having an affair to become her caretaker. The victim paid this woman $2,900 over four months before the victim told her that she did not need her services any longer. The investigation found the woman was not a nurse and was not licensed or insured as a caregiver.

Around the same time, Cortez began discussing with the victim the possibility of him becoming her power of attorney. They had multiple conversations about this, and Cortez enlisted a friend to vouch for him. This friend contacted the victim, describing Cortez as a trustworthy family man.

Shortly thereafter, Cortez presented the victim with documents he had printed online for her signature. The victim stated she was interested in granting Cortez medical power of attorney but not financial power of attorney or the beneficiary of her estate. After signing the papers, she noticed the words “last will and testament.”

Cortez rushed off and told her he would send her a copy, which he never did.

In May 2023, Cortez moved into the victim’s home for a few weeks. He kept personal belongings at her home, including his police uniforms and equipment, but would also return to his home in Richboro, where he lived with his wife.

A search of Cortez’s Richboro home in October 2024 revealed two older wills and testaments belonging to the victim, which she stated she had not authorized him to possess. When questioned about a more recent last will and testament that the victim said he fraudulently induced her to sign, Cortez provided inconsistent information regarding its whereabouts, and it was never found.

During his testimony before the Grand Jury, Cortez lied about how he obtained the victim’s wills and what became of the newer will.

This case was investigated by Bucks County Detective Timothy Johnson, with assistance from the Bucks County 21st Investigating Grand Jury. This case is being prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Alan J. Garabedian.

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Middletown Recognizes Public Safety Professionals for Life-Saving Efforts

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Middletown Township recently recognized public safety professionals for life-saving efforts last year.

In November 2025, members of Middletown Township Fire & Emergency Services were operating at a shed fire in the Borough of Penndel when the Penndel-Middletown Emergency Squad was dispatched for a reported unconscious patient at Advance Auto Parts.

Special Service 244, operated by Firefighter/EMT Riley Collins, responded alongside Officer Hillary Kloiber of the Penndel Borough Police Department to assist the medic unit.

Officer Kloiber arrived first, with firefighter Collins arriving moments later, and located a male patient in cardiac arrest. CPR was immediately initiated, and additional resources were requested. Shortly thereafter, Medic 168, Special Service 8, and officers from the Langhorne Borough Police Department arrived on scene.

Credit: Middletown Fire & Emergency Services and Middletown Township

Fire, EMS, and Police personnel worked seamlessly and simultaneously, providing high-quality patient care through transport to St. Mary Medical Center.

Due to the rapid response, coordinated teamwork, and effective life-saving interventions by all involved, the patient made a full recovery and has since returned to normal life.

This incident highlights the importance of interagency cooperation and the dedication of our public safety professionals who serve our community every day.

Officials thanked Chief Perry of the Penndel Borough Police Department for organizing “the well-deserved recognition ceremony.”

Recognized Responders (pictured left to right in feature picture):

• Firefighter/EMT Riley Collins
• Firefighter/EMT Aiden Goodson
• Chief Martin Liczbinski
• Paramedic Carrie Ehmann
• Officer Michael Mannino
• Officer Hillary Kloiber

Not Pictured:
• Firefighter/EMT Darrel Martin>
• Chief Zach Cooperman

Excellent work by all involved. Your professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to service truly made a difference in our community, said officials.

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Emergency Crews Prepare for Incoming Blizzard as Lower Bucks Municipalities Declare Storm Plans

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February 21, 2026

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Lower Bucks municipalities have declared disaster/snow emergencies in advance of the expected snow storm that the National Weather Service says will dump anywhere between 14 to 18 inches on the area.

A winter storm warning is still in effect from Sunday, Feb 22 to Monday, Feb 23.

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

Bensalem Township – Disaster Emergency declared immediately for the pending snow storm. Click here to see more details.

Bristol Borough – Snow information/requirements have been posted on their website. Click here to see the details. 

Bristol Township – Snow Emergency effective 12 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 through 12 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026. Click here to see more details.

Falls Township – Snow Emergency starts Sunday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. and expires on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 6 a.m. Click here for details.

Langhorne Borough – Snow Emergency starts Sunday, Feb. 22 at noon until Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 10 a.m. No parking. Click here for details.

Lower Makefield Township – Snow information has been posted on Meta. Click here to see the details.

Middletown Township – Snow Emergency is in effect from Sunday, Feb. 22 at 12 p.m. to Monday, Feb. 23 at 12 p.m. . Click here to see details.

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Morrisville Borough – Snow Emergency is in effect from Sunday, Feb. 22 at 5 p.m. to Monday, Feb. 23 at 5 p.m.  Click here to see the details.

Newtown Township –  A Snow Emergency is in effect from 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 until 4 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.  Click here to see the details.

Penndel Borough – Snow Emergency has been declared from 12 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026, through 12 p.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026. Click here for more details and click here for more on the ordinance.

Tullytown Borough – Snow Emergency proclamation in effect from Sunday Feb. 22 – 6 p.m. to Monday Feb. 23 – 6 p.m. Click here to see more details.

Warminster Township – Disaster Emergency has been declared for the incoming snow storm, effective Sunday  Feb. 22, 2026 at 12 p.m. through Tuesday, Feb. 24,2026 at 12 p.m..  Click here to see the details and click here to see the declaration from Township Manager Tom Scott.

Yardley Borough – Snow Emergency proclamation in effect from Sunday Feb. 22 – 4 p.m. to Monday Feb. 23 – 4 p.m. . Click here to see the details. and click here to see declaration/other information from Mayor Caroline Thompson.

The primary concern is safety.  Take care of yourselves and check on neighbors and those who may be vulnerable.

Please stay safe, take all necessary precautions, and keep your devices charged.

Click here for updates from the National Weather Service 

Click here for PECO’s outage map.

 

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State Rep’s. Tomlinson and Hogan Announce Grants Awarded for First Responder Efforts

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February 14, 2026

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Fire and EMS companies serving the 18th District and 142nd District were awarded grants from the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC), state Reps. Joe Hogan and K.C. Tomlinson announced.

Projects eligible for funding include construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, purchase or repair of equipment, training or reduction of existing debt.

“Across our community, this funding will support critical upgrades and the acquisition of life saving equipment,” said Hogan. As we know, our volunteer first responders put their lives on the line with every call, we must ensure they have the resources they need to keep our communities and families safe.”

“I’m proud to congratulate our dedicated fire and EMS companies across the 18th District on receiving these critical grants,” said Tomlinson. “From Bensalem to Hulmeville, these funds will go directly toward facility upgrades, equipment purchases, training and debt relief. These investments provide our first responders with the support they deserve to continue to keep our communities safe.”

The organizations receiving grants are:

  • Bensalem Fire Rescue – $14,075.
  • Bensalem Rescue Squad Inc. – $15,000.
  • Cornwells Fire Company No. 1 – $16,136.
  • Langhorne-Middletown Fire Company – $16,136.
  • Middletown Township DBA – $12,838.
  • Newport Fire Company No. 1 – $16,136.
  • Nottingham Fire Company – $16,136.
  • Penndel Fire Co. No. 1 – $16,136.
  • Penndel-Middletown Emergency Squad – $15,000.
  • William Penn Fire Co. – $16,136.
  • Feasterville Fire Co. – $15,312.
  • Lower Southampton Fire Co. – $16,136.
  • Northampton Township Volunteer Fire Co. – $14,693.
  • Trevose Fire Company – $16,136.

The 18th House District covers Bensalem Township and Hulmeville Borough.

The 142nd House District covers Langhorne Borough, Langhorne Manor Borough, Penndel Borough, Lower Southampton Township, parts of Middletown and Northampton Townships.

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