Bethel Township
Vehicle accident – At 6:01 p.m. April 13, a 2022 Jeep Cherokee driven by a 34-year-old Lebanon woman was traveling south on Mount Zion Road, north of Prescott Drive, when the Jeep exited its lane, struck a grass embankment, and rolled over several times. The Jeep was towed from the scene by Blatt & Tillett Towing. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, sustained a suspected minor injury, and was transported via Life Lion EMS to Hershey Medical Center. The driver showed signs of impairment by alcohol and submitted to a blood draw, and charges in addition to driving vehicle at safe speed are pending results. Mount Zion Fire assisted on the scene.
City of Lebanon
Criminal mischief – On April 28, police charged Luis Rivera-Ruiz, 35, with felony criminal mischief after an incident on the 00 block of South 11th Street.
Recklessly endangering another person – On May 3, police charged Cris King, 47, with recklessly endangering another person and resisting arrest after an incident on the 00 block of North 9th Street.
Drug possession – On May 4, police charged Debra Conner, 64, with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop on the 00 block of South 12th Street.
Fleeing or attempting to elude an officer – On April 15, police charged Ricardo Gomez-Lopez, 37, with fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, evading arrest or detention on foot, and driving without a license after police attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the 00 block of North Gannon Street.
Receiving stolen property – On May 7, police charged Joshua Gilbert, 36, with receiving stolen property after an officer, who was patrolling a city park, located him sleeping inside a stolen vehicle.
Terroristic threats, simple assault – On May 7, police charged Michael Carey, 46, with terroristic threats and simple assault after police responded to the 100 block of South 3rd Street for a report of a domestic disturbance.
YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day – The Lebanon City Police Department took part in the YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, May 3, as part of a nationwide effort to encourage kids and families to adopt healthy habits and active lifestyles. The event was a fun-filled day of educational and energetic activities for children of all ages. What a great way to kickstart a healthy and exciting summer, said police.
Bigs in Blue program – In coordination with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA and Lebanon School District, Lebanon city police officers are participating in the Bigs in Blue program. Ten officers have volunteered to mentor students throughout the Lebanon School District.
Pictured below is “Big in Blue Officer” Christina “Tina” Day and “Little Sister” Mia. Mia is an 8th-grade student and wants to be a police officer, just like her new “Big Sister.”
Recognizing frontline heroes – Lebanon city police would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated frontline workers who have been tirelessly serving the community. Their unwavering dedication and bravery have not gone unnoticed, and the police department is honored to acknowledge their invaluable contributions.
“Let’s all take time this month to thank a frontline worker, acknowledge their sacrifices, and celebrate the vital role they play in our lives,” stated the City of Lebanon, PA Government on Facebook.
Heidelberg Township
Vehicle accident – Around 10:57 a.m. April 20, a 1999 Ford Contour driven by an 82-year-old Newmanstown man was traveling west on the 2100 block of Heidelberg Avenue and was turning left into R.W. Kreider’s Garage. A 2019 Harley-Davidson Street Glide driven by a 73-year-old Douglassville man was traveling east, and a witness was driving directly behind the Harley-Davidson when the Ford turned in front of the Harley-Davidson, causing a crash. The driver of the Ford was wearing a seatbelt and sustained no injuries. The driver of the Harley-Davidson was wearing a motorcycle helmet, sustained a suspected serious injury, and was transported via Schaefferstown EMS to Lancaster General Hospital. Police charged the driver of the Ford with vehicles turning left.
Vehicle accident – At 2:06 p.m. April 22, a single-vehicle crash occurred in the Speedway Gas Station parking lot. A 2011 Chevrolet Cruze driven by a 90-year-old Newmanstown woman was leaving the fuel pumps and drove straight into the concrete post along the gas station exterior. The vehicle was towed from the scene by Zimmey’s Automotive. The driver was wearing a seatbelt and sustained no injuries.
Jackson Township
Simple assault, criminal mischief – At 12:26 p.m. May 2, police responded to the 00 block of Martin Road. The incident involved damage to motorcycle wires and foot peg valued at $100 and rear truck tires valued at $400, and vandalism to a gold 2015 Dodge Ram 1500 Promaster and a white 1997 Honda. The incident involved a 67-year-old Palmyra man. Police charged Todd Newswanger, 62, of Myerstown, with simple assault and criminal mischief.
Millcreek Township
Vehicle accident – Around 10:34 a.m. May 2, a crash occurred on the 200 block of East Main Street. A 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by a 57-year-old Wernersville woman accompanied by a 58-year-old Wernersville man was traveling east on East Main Street when the Jeep drifted to the left of the road, struck a utility pole, and hit the front area of Living Stones Christian Fellowship. The utility pole was sheared and blocked the road. Another property was damaged as a result of wires coming down. The Jeep was disabled and was towed from the scene. Both occupants were wearing seatbelts and sustained no injuries.
South Londonderry Township
Vehicle accident, turning without clearance – At 8:50 p.m. May 7, police responded to a crash with injuries at the intersection of Mount Wilson and Elizabethtown roads. Police arrived on the scene and identified two patients who were transported to a hospital. Police determined that a vehicle driven by a 24-year-old York woman turned from Mount Wilson Road onto Elizabethtown Road without clearance, striking a vehicle driven by an 18-year-old Lebanon woman. Police charged the driver of the striking vehicle with turning without clearance.
Swatara Township
Vehicle accident – Around 11:26 a.m. April 25, a crash occurred at the intersection of State Route 72 and New Bunkerhill Road. A 2017 Ford Explorer driven by a 51-year-old Lititz man was traveling east on New Bunkerhill Road and stopped at the posted stop sign at the intersection. A 2019 Hyundai Elantra driven by a 25-year-old Lebanon woman was traveling south on SR 72 when the Ford pulled out in front of the Hyundai. The Ford overturned on the west side of the intersection on Thompson Avenue. Both vehicles were towed from the scene. The driver of the Ford was wearing a seatbelt, sustained a possible injury, and was transported via Life Lion EMS to Hershey Medical Center. The driver of the Hyundai was wearing a seatbelt and sustained a suspected minor injury but was not transported. Police charged the driver of the Ford with duties at stop sign.
Vehicle accident, driving on roadways laned for traffic – Around 7:19 p.m. April 23, a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe driven by a 26-year-old Lebanon man and a 2024 KTM Motorcycle driven by a 23-year-old Jonestown man were traveling south on State Route 72. The motorcyclist activated his turn signal and started to slow down to make a left turn onto New Bunkerhill Road. The Hyundai attempted to pass the motorcycle on the right and sideswiped it, causing the motorcyclist to fall and the motorcycle to sustain minor damage. The Hyundai also sustained minor damage, but the driver failed to stop and render aid and fled south on SR 72. An area canvass resulted in negative contact. An accident notice was provided to the motorcyclist. The driver of the Hyundai sustained no injuries. The motorcyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet and sustained a suspected minor injury but was not transported. Police charged the driver of the Hyundai with driving on roadways laned for traffic.
Union Township
DUI – At 1:59 a.m. April 18, a 29-year-old Lebanon man was driving a tan 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis on Jonestown Road while under the influence of alcohol. Police charged the man with DUI.
Western Lebanon County Regional
Simple assault, disorderly conduct – Around 3:32 a.m. Feb. 23, police responded to the VFW in Annville for an assault. Police charged Anthony Ramos, 26, with misdemeanor simple assault, misdemeanor disorderly conduct, and summary harassment.
DUI, careless driving – At 9:26 p.m. April 18, police responded to the 400 block of West Main Street in Annville for a crash and determined that the driver of the striking vehicle, Suman Bhandari, 24, was driving under the influence. Police charged Bhandari with DUI and careless driving.
Bench warrant served, drug possession – At 11 p.m. May 5, police stopped a vehicle driven by Chazzity Candelario, 33, on the 600 block of West Main Street in Palmyra for an expired registration. Police found Candelario to have an active bench warrant out of Lancaster County, with the original charge being failure to appear for a DUI charge, and to be in possession of marijuana. Police transported Candelario to LCCB and charged her with possession of a small amount of marijuana and registration and title required.
Third annual Cram-A-Cruiser – The James Biever Police-Community Alliance and local police departments are asking for donations of nonperishable food items and personal care products to support Lebanon County Christian Ministries. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the Grocery Outlet, 1301 Quentin Road, Lebanon. Visit the James Biever Police-Community Alliance for more information.
Several Townships
Click It or Ticket – The Lebanon City and South Lebanon Township police departments will participate in the National “Click It or Ticket” Seat Belt Enforcement Mobilization from May 12 through June 1.
The goal is to reduce unbelted injuries and deaths on Pennsylvania highways through coordinated enforcement using traffic enforcement zones and roving patrols. Traffic enforcement zones combine stationary enforcement and checkpoint tactics on roadways with high numbers of unbuckled crashes. Citations will be issued to motorists who are caught unbuckled or transporting unrestrained children.
According to PennDOT data, in 2024, there were 10,569 crashes in Pennsylvania where at least one occupant was not wearing a seat belt, resulting in 311 fatalities.
In Pennsylvania, drivers and passengers 18 years and older are required to wear a seat belt when behind the wheel or in the front passenger seat. Drivers 18 or older who are pulled over for another violation will receive a second ticket if they or their front-seat passengers aren’t wearing seat belts.
Pennsylvania’s Primary Seat Belt Law requires drivers and passengers under 18 years of age to buckle up anywhere in the vehicle. Additionally, drivers under 18 may not operate a vehicle where the number of passengers exceeds the number of available seat belts.
Under Pennsylvania’s Primary Child Passenger Safety Law, children under the age of 4 must be properly restrained in an approved child safety seat anywhere in the vehicle. Additionally, children under the age of 2 must be secured in a rear-facing car seat until they meet the maximum weight or height requirements set by the manufacturer of the seat. Children must ride in an appropriate booster seat until their 8th birthday.
Approximately 400 Pennsylvania municipal agencies are participating in the effort. PennDOT distributes federal enforcement funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For more information on seat belt safety, visit PennDOT.pa.gov/Safety.
Unspecified Township
Liquor citation – The following licensed establishment was cited by the Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement, Harrisburg District Enforcement Office, in April 2025: In Lebanon County, Frederick W. Fuhrman Post 23 Home Association, 718 Chestnut St., Lebanon. The licensed establishment submitted an annual report that did not include all information or included false or inaccurate information; and failed to maintain complete and truthful records covering the operation of the licensed business for a period of two years immediately preceding Jan. 30, 2025, in violation of the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act.
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