Police

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Lehighton Borough Police Department is that the department promises to maintain a strong and respectful level of professionalism to the community while affirmatively promote and preserve, given existing resources, a feeling of security and safety among all persons and property within the Borough of Lehighton.

Phone:
610-377-4003 Do not leave an urgent message during non-business days/hours, as it will not be returned until the next business day. Call 911 or 570-325-9111 if you need immediate assistance.
Non-Emergency: 570-325-9111

Emergency: 9-1-1

Address:
124 South Third St.
Lehighton, PA 18235

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Extra Services Offered:

• Prescription Drug take back box: located in the front foyer of the building and available during normal working hours. We cannot accept liquids or sharps.
• Child Car Seat inspection and education: Please call to set an appointment for car seat inspection. This is for Borough residents only.

Participation Events:

• National Night Out
• Halloween Parade
• Trick Or Treat Night
• Festivals

Staff Contacts

Mayor
Ryan Saunders
(610) 377-4003

Chief of Police
Troy Abelovsky

Patrolman / Criminal Investigator / Defensive Tactics Instructor/Detective
Matthew Arner

Patrolman / Narcotics Investigation
Gabriel Szozda

Corporal Patrolman / Taser Instructor / Drug Recognition Expert
Bruce Broyles

Patrolman / DUI Taskforce Coordinator
Joel Gulla

Administrative Assistant
Karen Shaffer
610-377-4003

Patrolman
Alex Hummel

Patrolman
Jason Pryce

Patrolman
Ivan Centeno

Patrolman
Christopher Novak

Patrolman
Terry Buss

Board Members

Mayor
Ryan Saunders