Rash Of Catalytic Converter Thefts On Easton Road: Police Log

PLUMSTEAD, PA — The Plumstead Township Police Department reported a number of incidents between Dec. 13 and Dec. 20.

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Monday, Dec. 13

12:30 p.m. — Officers responded to a domestic standby on Point Pleasant Pike, remaining on scene and seeing no issues.

Tuesday, Dec. 14

12:25 p.m. — Someone called to report vandalism at Hanusey Park on Gordon Road. When officers arrived, the Plumstead Township Parks Director showed them graffiti on the back of a sponsor sign. It is unknown when this occurred, and police have no further leads currently.

Wednesday, Dec. 15

11:17 a.m. — Officers served an involuntary commitment for an emergency evaluation and treatment to an individual who was showing signs of danger to himself or others. He was subsequently transported by ambulance to a local hospital for mental health evaluation.

1:20 p.m. — Someone reported a dog bite incident on Stump Road. Police remained on scene until the owners of the animals were able to mediate the situation.

1:34 p.m. — A Plumstead Township resident contacted the Department to report a fraudulent phone call where someone identified himself as a Sheriff and told her she had an outstanding warrant. Police advised the complainant that this was a fraudulent call.

1:47 p.m. — A Plumstead Township resident contacted police to report an unemployment fraud. The resident received a letter in regard to compensation that was never requested or received. A report was filed, and the complainant was advised to contact the unemployment office.

Thursday, Dec. 16

5:32 p.m. — Officers responded to a domestic standby on Roseberry Drive. They remained on scene and did not see any issues.

Friday, Dec. 17

11:25 a.m. — Officers responded to a report of a car theft on Durham Road. A homeowner said his silver Honda motorcycle was stolen overnight from the driveway. Police got surveillance video from the property and are investigating.

11:50 p.m. — Officers investigated a domestic dispute between two adults on Old Easton Road. They were able to mediate the situation and no further action was taken.

Saturday, Dec. 18

9:24 a.m. — Officers responded to a call from Central Bucks Regional Police Department in regard to a known wanted subject in the area. A 36-year-old Warminster man had an active arrest warrant for retail theft from the GIANT grocery store at 4377 Swamp Road on Dec. 11. Pudlo was taken into custody and processed prior to being transported to Bucks County Correctional Facility.

Monday, Dec. 20

8:20 a.m. — Officers responded to multiple businesses along Easton Road for theft from vehicles. Upon arrival they spoke with business employees, who said that at some point over the weekend vehicles had catalytic convertors cut from them. Police requested surveillance video, and the incidents are under investigation.

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