Foster Township Police Department

04/24/2026

🚨🐻 BEAR SIGHTING ALERT 🐻🚨

On 04/24/2026 at approximately 1:58 AM, a bear was observed running through yards in the area of Leonard Avenue.

Residents in the area are advised to remain alert and take precautions to avoid attracting wildlife.

⚠️ Safety Tips:
• 🗑️ Secure all garbage and food sources (including pet food & bird feeders)
• 🚪 Keep doors, windows, and garage doors closed—especially overnight
• 🚗 Lock vehicles and remove any food or trash from inside
• 🔊 If you encounter a bear, make noise and back away slowly
• ❌ Do NOT approach or feed the bear

🐾 Bears are unpredictable, but they typically avoid people when given space.

📞 If you see the bear, please report it to Dispatch at 814-362-4521

Stay safe and help keep our community safe for both residents and wildlife.

03/27/2026

The Foster Twp. Police is accepting applications for the position of a full time police officer. All applicants must be ACT 120 certified and applications can be picked up at 1185 East Main Street.

Starting Hourly Rate - $21.25 hour
Top Rate - $28.33 hour

If an applicant is out of the area and would request a application emailed, please contact Chief Thomas at 814-362-4522 or email [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

01/30/2026

*****UPDATE*****

The vehicle was located over the weekend by Olean City Police. The investigation is still ongoing and we truly appreciate the public’s help in submitting numerous tips when vehicles of similar nature were observed so our officers could further investigate this incident.

The Foster Township Police is looking to identify the owner of a vehicle involved in an incident earlier today, 01/30/26. The vehicle in question is a black Chevrolet cobalt. The vehicle had a loud exhaust that was broken and being held on with an orange ratchet strap. It is believed that the driver side door is unable to be opened. If you are familiar with this vehicle or know who the owner is, please contact our department. 814-362-4521

01/19/2026

FTPD received a special gift for our station. Thank you GGB Pre-K!!!!!!

12/26/2025

With this weather coming; we would advise people to not travel unless absolutely necessary. Frequent trouble roads are Olean Road, Derrick Road and South Kendall Avenue. Keep this in mind if you absolutely have to travel today, that these roads and likely all roads could be nearly impossible to travel on. Slow down and be aware of your surroundings.

🚨 URGENT WINTER WEATHER & TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS – CENTRAL & WESTERN PA 🚨

We know. You’ve seen winter weather posts a hundred times already. This one matters. Please take a minute to read, especially if you’re traveling or have family on the road.

❄️ ICE STORM WARNING – NWS STATE COLLEGE

Effective: Friday, December 26 at 10:00 AM

Through: Saturday, December 27 at 7:00 AM

📍 Counties Affected:
Warren, McKean, Elk, Clearfield, Cambria, Somerset

⚠️ What to Expect:
• Around ¼ inch of ice accumulation
• Prolonged freezing rain (6–9 hours)
• Minimal snow/sleet, but enough to worsen road conditions
• Tree damage and power outages likely
• Travel may become nearly impossible, especially Friday evening

💡 Even after rain ends, patchy freezing drizzle may continue overnight.

🚛 PENNDOT TIERED VEHICLE RESTRICTIONS

Due to deteriorating conditions, Tier 3 restrictions are going into effect on most major interstates and highways statewide starting:

🕙 10:00 AM Friday

🕑 Additional corridors added at 2:00 PM Friday

Tier 3 means:

🚫 ALL commercial vehicles WITHOUT chains or approved ATDs are RESTRICTED

Restricted in ALL tiers:
• Oversized loads
• Tractors without trailers
• Empty box trucks
• Motorcycles
• Tow-behind trailers
• RVs / campers
• Buses without ATDs

⚠️ Chains may be REQUIRED if conditions worsen

This impacts I-80, I-81, I-79, I-76 (Turnpike), I-99, I-70, I-83, I-84, I-90, I-95, I-376, I-476, I-78, PA-43, PA-576, PA-66, PA-33, US-22, and more.

👉 If you drive commercially and don’t have chains or ATDs onboard — do not attempt travel.

🚗 FOR ALL TRAVELERS

• Avoid unnecessary travel
• Expect black ice, even if roads look wet
• Carry food, water, flashlight, meds, and a charger
• Let someone know your route and ETA
• Check 511 for real-time road conditions

🏠 FOR RESIDENTS

• Prepare for possible power outages
• Charge devices now
• Have a heat backup plan
• Avoid unnecessary trips once icing begins
• Check on neighbors who may need help

🚑 FIRST RESPONDERS

Expect:
• Delayed response times
• Increased MVCs and falls
• Hazardous access conditions
• Possible extended incidents

Please slow it down and protect yourselves.

This is not “just winter weather.”

This is a significant icing event with statewide travel impacts.

Stay home if you can.

If you must travel, do it smart and do it prepared.

📞 Road conditions: Call 511
📡 Continue to monitor official updates

Stay safe, Central PA.

12/13/2025

Justin Henry Forster, your wallet was turned into our department. Please contact us to set up a time to come and retrieve it.

12/10/2025

****Ongoing Investigation****
The Foster Township Police Department is investigating an incident that occurred between 12/08/25 @ 4:00 P.M. and 12/09/25 @ 1:00 P.M. in the area of Pratt Hollow.

With this incident, a family's dog, a black labrador retriever, was outside, went into the woods of the area in the photograph, and was shot and killed.

If anyone, knows any information regarding the identity of the person who shot and killed this family's dog please contact our department via Facebook or the non-emergency phone number of 814-362-4521.

Reference Incident Number 25-003570.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Foster Township Police. We have the suspect in custody!!!

11/15/2025

The Foster Township Police are seeking help from the public, in attempting to identify this male regarding an incident from Tractor Supply.

The item stolen is on the pictures, to make people aware if this individual were to try and sell it on Facebook Marketplace.

If you have any idea on the identity of this male please reach out to our department, by contacting the non-emergency number 814-362-4521, or messaging us on Facebook.

The male was also said to have tattoos on his face and was seen getting into a black/dark blue Nissan Rogue, and turned right out of the Tractor Supply parking lot onto Bolivar Drive towards ARG. This theft occurred 11/15/25 at approximately 08:25 AM.

11/14/2025

11/13/2025

Congratulations Chief Snyder!!!!

Kane Borough would like to congratulate Officer-in-Charge, Derrick Snyder, on being appointed Chief of Police this morning! Derrick was chosen as the top candidate from a group of seven applicants. Before Derrick began his journey with the Borough, he served in the Air Force in security forces. He was then hired at the Kane Borough Police Department as a part-time Officer, until moving into a full-time position in 2003. Throughout his years of service, Derrick served as the Officer for the Code, DARE, Canine, and Child Abuse Investigating programs. Chief Snyder is looking forward to continuing to serve the residents of Kane Borough and is truly grateful for this opportunity. Pictured with newly appointed Chief Snyder (from left) is Kane Borough Council President Tom Kase, Vice-President Jack Zelina, and Borough Manager Don Payne. Congratulations again!! 🤩🎉🎈

11/11/2025

FTPD would like to thank our veterans for their service and commitment to our country. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed.