Crime & Safety
Teens Cited for Trespassing in Water Street Park
Hellertown Police say seven teens were cited for allegedly trespassing in the borough park Aug. 28.
Seven teens--including five juveniles--were recently cited for criminal trespassing after they were allegedly found in after it was closed, Hellertown Police announced Friday.
In a press release, police said the teens were observed in the park on Aug. 28 at about 8:19pm by officers who were responding to an unrelated call.
Hellertown parks are open from dawn until dusk.
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Police identified the individuals as: Benjamin Doddy, 18; Dakota Edwards, 18; three 17-year-old males; a 16-year-old male; and a 15-year-old female.
After being cited, the teens were all released, police said.
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