Olyphant Borough Police Department

04/01/2026

Dodgson was taken into custody today by Archbald PD. He is no longer wanted.

03/23/2026

This set of keys was found in the 100 block of Delaware Avenue if they belong to you contact Police at 570-342-9111.

03/01/2026

LATEST UPDATE: Dog was returned to its owners.

1842 Hours UPDATE: The dog was caught and is at our Police Station.

LOOSE DOG

A female Belgian malinois dog was seen running loose in the 400 Block of Susquehanna Ave and down towards Willow Ave. She is tan with black color. She is skiddish and won’t allow to be caught. If this is your dog or you may know who the owner is please contact Police at 570-342-9111. Please share.TErne

02/15/2026

Please join us on March 11, 2026 at the Olyphant Borough Building for an identity theft seminar hosted by our department and the Olyphant Neighborhood Watch. This is free to all residents.

02/02/2026

HAPPENING NOW 🚨 ❄️ 🚧

❄️🚧 No Parking for Snow Removal 🚧❄️

Starting at 8PM tomorrow, Sunday February 1, 2026 and lasting until Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8AM. The following streets will have temporary no parking for a snow removal operation:

Lackawanna Ave from River St to N. Garfield Ave

Delaware Ave from Lackawanna Ave to Lincoln St

Susquehanna Ave from Lackawanna Ave to Lincoln St

Willow Ave from Lackawanna Ave to Lincoln St

Nestor Chylak between Willow Ave and Susquehanna Ave

01/31/2026

❄️🚧 No Parking for Snow Removal 🚧❄️

Starting at 8PM tomorrow, Sunday February 1, 2026 and lasting until Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8AM. The following streets will have temporary no parking for a snow removal operation:

Lackawanna Ave from River St to N. Garfield Ave

Delaware Ave from Lackawanna Ave to Lincoln St

Susquehanna Ave from Lackawanna Ave to Lincoln St

Willow Ave from Lackawanna Ave to Lincoln St

Nestor Chylak between Willow Ave and Susquehanna Ave

01/16/2026

⚠️ 🚧 ROAD CLOSURE 800 Block E. Lackawanna Ave: Large Water Main break 🚧 ⚠️

There is a large water main break in the 800 Block of E Lackawanna Ave between Alice St and Adams Ave. The 800 Block of E Lackawanna Ave will be closed for an extended period of time. This may have caused flooding in many basements, if your basement is flooded contact Police at 570-342-9111. PA Water, Olyphant Fire Department and other resources are on location.

01/12/2026

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Retired Chief Robert "Doc" Gerrity of South Abington Twp. Our sympathies are offered to the Gerrity family and the South Abington Twp Police Department during this difficult period.

01/12/2026

We learn of yet another law enforcement officer passing. Today, we mourn the loss of Chief Gerrity of the South Abington Twp. Police Department. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.

01/01/2026

Father Time is at the wheel. We wish everyone a very safe and Happy New Year! May 2026 bring you all the things that truly make you happy. ✨

01/01/2026

As many are observing New Year's Eve celebrations, we are deeply saddened by the loss of two law enforcement officers, and extend our sincerest condolences to their respective departments and families during this extraordinarily difficult period. This tragic loss profoundly resonates within the Lackawanna County Law Enforcement community.