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Crime

Theft

On 8/19/2026, the Chambersburg Police Department responded to the 800 block of Broad St for a theft report.  The victim reported their wallet was stolen from the front of their

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FOUND ITEM- BLUETOOTH EARBUDS

A set of Bluetooth earbuds was recently turned in to our department. If you’re missing a pair and can provide a detailed description, we’ll do our best to return them

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Access Device Fraud

On 07/10/2026, CPD received a report regarding an access device fraud. The reporting person informed CPD that someone stole her debit card, and used it several times, withdrawing hundreds of

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Accidents involving damage

On 08/24/2026, the Chambersburg Police Department responded to the 500 block of E Catherine St for an accident involving damage. A resident in that block came outside in the morning

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Hit and Run

On 8/26/2026, CPD officers were dispatched to Shasta Ct for a hit-and-run. Upon arrival, officers observed damage to a wooden fence with a small piece of a broken rear light

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Stolen E-Bikes

On 8/11/2026 at 0654 hours, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Garber St for a report of two stolen e-bikes. The bikes were believed to be stolen between

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Criminal Mischief

On 8/21/2026 at 9:12 p.m., CPD officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of Ashley Dr for a criminal mischief. Upon arrival, Officers made contact with a male who advised

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Hit and Run

On 08/18/2026 at approximately 7:40 PM, CPD responded to a hit-and-run. The reporting person informed CPD that he was driving west on E Liberty St and a Hispanic male operating

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Found Bicycle

A gray in color Huffy Stone Mountain Bicycle was found in the 200 block of Miller Street.  The bicycle is at Chambersburg Police Department and can be claimed by the

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Forgery

On 06/02/2026, CPD officers were dispatched to Keystone Pharmacy for a prescription forgery. The male pictured above created a fraudulent prescription and attempted to obtain medications. The individual shown in

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Theft from a Motor Vehicle

On 8/16/2026 at approximately 10:59 AM, officers received a call in the 1400 block of Alexander Ave for a report of a theft of a key fob from a motor

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Lost Property

On 8/15/26, CPD took a report of a lost cellphone. The cellphone is described as being an iPhone 15 in a clear case with black sides. The phone is black

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Retail Theft

On 08/14/26 at approximately 2100 hrs, 2 females entered the Family Dollar in Southgate Mall.  Approximately 20 minutes later, they fled the store with 2 large bags of groceries without

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Who We Are

The Franklin County Free Press, established by Vicky Taylor in 2019, emerged as a beacon of local journalism for the residents of Franklin County. Under Vicky's leadership, it quickly became an essential source of news, particularly at a time when major newspaper publications were increasingly overlooking local coverage.

On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

Rooted in the heart of Franklin County and powered by its residents, the Franklin County Free Press continues to bridge the gap, ensuring that the local stories, events, and issues that matter most to the community remain in the spotlight.