Pocono Township Police Department
Pocono Township Police Department was formed in January 1970 with one policeman. The first police chief was Henry O. Schollhammer. The force consisted of one patrolman. A building for specific use by the Pocono Township Police Department was constructed in 1976. This building was renovated, with additional space added, in 1991.
The present force consists of Police Chief Phil Riley, Assistant Chief Kent Werkheiser, one Sergeant, two Corporals, two Detectives, ten Patrolmen and one canine, Falko, who is trained for explosive detection. The current staff includes one full time secretary.
Pocono Township Police Security System
Anyone who lives alone in Pocono Township may sign up to participate in a special security program. The Community Policy We Care program is designed to provide added personal security to the elderly, disabled or ill, who live alone.
The Pocono Township Police Department will maintain a list of the individuals, emergency numbers, contact persons, key holders and other information. Each day between 9:00AM and 11:00AM the participating person is to call the Police Department and check-in so that the Police know everything is fine and they are well. If no call is received by 11:00AM, the Police will call them. If no response is obtained, an officer will be dispatched to the residence to check on their well-being.
Instructions for participating in the program area as follows:
1. Get an
application from the Pocono Township Police Headquarters.
2. Complete the application in full. Give as much detail as
possible. Make sure directions to your residence are clear.
3. Print your name and date, and sign the Release and Waiver of
Liability and Indemnity Agreement.
4. Return application to:
Pocono Township Police Department
PO Box 197
Tannersville, PA 18372
When the application is received by the police department, it will
be processed, and a telephone call made to you letting you know if
the application is completed correctly. If it is completed
correctly, your check-in will start.
5. When you receive the telephone call that your check-in will start
, you must telephone the Police Department at 570-629-7323 between
9:00Am and 11:00AM everyday (EXCEPT SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS & HOLIDAYS).
6. If you will be going on vacation or leaving for any length of
time, you will be required to check in and let us know the length of
absence from your residence.
If you have any questions, please feel free
to contact us at the office, Phillip Riley, Chief of Police
Pocono Township Police Department Office: 570-629-7200
Fax: 570-629-1501
Dispatch: 570-992-9911
Emergencies 911
