Wyoming Area Regional Police

09/10/2026

Working to Build Stronger Partnerships to Protect Our Communities

Wyoming Area Regional Police Chief Michael Turner recently had the privilege of meeting with FBI Co-Deputy Director Christopher Raia and police leaders from across Pennsylvania and New Jersey at the Federal Building in Philadelphia.

The meeting provided an opportunity for an open discussion about the growing partnership between the FBI and local law enforcement. These collaborative relationships give local departments greater access to federal resources, intelligence, technology, and investigative support—enhancing our collective ability to prevent violent crime and bring offenders to justice.

Co-Deputy Director Raia expressed his commitment to strengthening relationships with local police chiefs and expanding the FBI’s assistance to agencies working on the front lines.

The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department is grateful to have been included in this important discussion. Chief Turner looks forward to continuing this partnership and pursuing every available resource to help keep the communities we serve safe.

09/09/2026

The Wyoming Area Regional Police Commission invites all interested parties to its meeting on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 7 pm. The meeting's agenda is as follows. The meeting will take place in the Conference Center at 475 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, accessible via the building behind the police headquarters. Please park vehicles in the designated main parking lot

09/01/2026

The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department are currently on scene with the Fire Department at the Wyoming Area Catholic School for the report of a fire. All staff and students have been evacuated with no reported injuries. Students and staff are being transported to the Wyoming Area Secondary School until they are released.

08/18/2026

*** PRESS RELEASE ***

Arrest Following Stolen Vehicle Investigation and Exeter Township Incident.

The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department announces the arrest of Matthew Rosengrant following an investigation into a series of incidents involving stolen vehicles and suspicious activity in Exeter Township on August 16, 2026.

At approximately 4:59 a.m. on August 16, 2026, Wyoming Area Regional Police officers were dispatched to a residence along State Route 92 in Exeter Township for a report of an unknown male on the property. While officers were responding, additional 911 calls reported that the male was operating a vehicle throughout the property and had crashed into trees.
The investigation determined that the male, later identified as Matthew Rosengrant, allegedly entered the property while operating a stolen Chevrolet Captiva. Investigators determined that the vehicle had been stolen from a business in Courtdale Borough on the prior evening.
According to the homeowner, Rosengrant allegedly drove repeatedly around the residence before approaching the front door and attempting to gain entry. The homeowner subsequently encountered Rosengrant near the rear of the residence, where Rosengrant allegedly threatened to kill the homeowner while advancing toward him.

Rosengrant then allegedly returned to the stolen vehicle, continued driving throughout the property, crashed the vehicle into trees, and fled on foot into a wooded area. A search of the surrounding area was conducted by officers with assistance from a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter, but Rosengrant was not immediately located.

As the investigation continued, officers recovered physical evidence, surveillance video, GPS information, and other evidence connecting Rosengrant to the incident. The homeowner also positively identified Rosengrant from a photographic array.

Investigators further determined that after fleeing the State Route 92 property, Rosengrant allegedly traveled through the wooded area and, at approximately 5:23 a.m., stole a Subaru Legacy from a residence on Wilson Street in Exeter Township. Surveillance video obtained during the investigation captured the theft of that vehicle. The Subaru was later recovered in Wyoming Borough.

The investigation also connected property recovered from inside the stolen Chevrolet to a nearby State Route 92 residence. That portion of the investigation remains under review.
Following the investigation by the Wyoming Area Regional Police Department, Rosengrant was charged with multiple felonies and other related offenses.

Rosengrant was subsequently arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Carmody and remanded to LCCF in lieu of $100,000 bail.

The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department would like to thank the Courtdale Police Department, the Forty Fort Police Department, and Pennsylvania State Police for their assistance during the investigation.

All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

08/16/2026

PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE

The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department is advising residents to remain vigilant following a suspicious incident that occurred early this morning in Exeter Township.

On August 16, 2026, at approximately 4:59 a.m., officers responded to an incident along Route 92 in Exeter Township involving an unknown male operating a stolen vehicle.

The male entered a residential property and initially knocked on the front door of the residence. He then drove the vehicle into the backyard, where he was confronted by the homeowner. During the confrontation, the male allegedly made statements threatening to kill the homeowner.

The male then attempted to flee in the vehicle but crashed into trees on the property. He subsequently exited the vehicle and fled the area on foot.
The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department reminds residents to lock all doors and windows, secure vehicles and outbuildings, and remain vigilant, particularly if encountering an unfamiliar person or vehicle on or near their property.

Do not approach or confront suspicious individuals. If you observe a suspicious person, vehicle, or activity in the area, move to a safe location and call 911 immediately.

Residents are also encouraged to review any exterior security or doorbell camera footage that may have captured suspicious activity during the early morning hours.

Wyoming Area Regional Police Department

Serving and protecting our communities through vigilance, cooperation, and public safety.

08/06/2026

⚠️ Road Closure ⚠️ September 6, 2026

Wyoming Valley Run will be taking place so expect delays and plan accordingly for that day. The road closure will affect Wyoming Avenue in West Pittston, Exeter Borough and Wyoming Borough

07/30/2026

We were truly honored to host the **FBI Philadelphia Division Teen Academy** at the Wyoming Area Regional Police Department's training facility over the past two days.

It was a privilege to welcome outstanding high school students from across the region as they explored careers in law enforcement and the criminal justice system through hands-on learning, including fingerprint processing, crime scene investigations, and presentations from FBI personnel.

We are grateful to the FBI Philadelphia Division for selecting our training facility to host this exceptional program. Opportunities like these inspire the next generation of public servants while strengthening the partnerships between local and federal law enforcement.

A special thank you to the FBI agents, instructors, and everyone who helped make the academy a success. We also congratulate all of the students who were selected to participate. Your curiosity, enthusiasm, and commitment to learning were impressive, and we wish you the very best in your future endeavors.

We look forward to continuing to support programs that educate, engage, and inspire future leaders in public safety.

WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) camp for teens is going on right in our backyard. The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department is hosting the FBI Philad…

07/20/2026

REMINDER: With the recent rise in vehicle break ins and thefts, we are reminding all residents to lock your doors, don’t leave valuables in plain sight, and please don’t leave your keys in the car!

Call 911 if you see any suspicious people walking around looking in vehicles, especially at night!

07/17/2026

UPDATE: Teddy has been reunited with his family!

This furry friend was found wondering outside of our headquarters . If you are the owner or know who it belongs to please call 570-613-8065 ext 100.