Newtown Township Police Reports: Jan 16 2026 – Feb 1 2026
1-16-26
-At approximately 1:30 am police conducted a traffic stop on a Toyota pick-up truck operator for committing a vehicle code violation in the area of the Newtown Bypass and Swamp Road. Upon contact with the operator, the officer detected the odor of alcohol. The operator was unable to perform field sobriety tests satisfactorily and was placed under arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence. Charges are pending blood evidence results.
1-26-26
Triple Homicide Patrol responded to a home in the Churchville section of the township for a well-being check. During the investigation, three deceased individuals were located. This case has been assigned to Detectives.
1-27-26
Fire Patrol responded to a home in the Richboro section for the report of a dwelling fire. Once on location, contact was made with the homeowner, and it was determined that burnt wiring in the HVAC system caused the issue.
1-28-26
Traffic Accident (Animal Involved) Patrol responded to the 600 block of Buck Road for the report of a traffic accident. Unit #1 was traveling northbound on Buck Road when a deer entered the roadway. As a result, contact was made with the animal. A tow was required.
1-29-26
Road Hazard Patrol responded to the 1500 block of Sackettsford Road for a road hazard. Vehicles were becoming disabled due to roadway conditions, and the road was closed. Northampton Township Public Works treated the roadway, and the road was reopened once it was deemed safe.
1-30-26
Traffic Stop / DUI Arrest Patrol observed a vehicle that had been reported as being involved in a hit-and-run traffic accident. Patrol made contact with the driver and, through investigation, the driver was taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
1-31-26
Traffic Accident Patrol responded to the area of Middle Holland Road and Rock Way for a traffic accident. Unit #2 was following a vehicle that made a quick U-turn. Unit #2 came to a stop, and Unit #1 struck Unit #2 from behind. A tow was not required.
2-01-26
Disabled Vehicle Patrol responded to a parking lot in the 800 block of 2nd Street Pike for a disabled vehicle. Once on location, the owner was able to resolve the issue.
During this tour, patrol handled 19 alarm calls, 13 abandoned 911 calls, 44 medical emergencies, 12 bookings, five domestic disputes, 11 civil disputes, 76 traffic monitoring details, and nine crime prevention details. Please note that the above incidents do not reflect the entirety of reports for the week. Location Richboro, PA 18954 Incident Date Feb 2, 2026
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