Bethlehem Police Department

Welcome to the official Twitter account of the Bethlehem Police Department located in Bethlehem, NY. Page is NOT monitored 24/7, in case of Emergency, call 911.

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Wemple Rd in Glenmont has reopened

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Some calls are about more than taking a report.

Last week, Sgt. Dring met Mary, a 90-year-old resident, while she was trying to trim dead branches from her tree. He took a few minutes to help, and they ended up talking.

Small moments matter. Thank you, Sgt. Dring.

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We’re hiring lateral officers.

BPD offers modern equipment, training opportunities, secondary assignments, and a strong community-focused work environment.

Lateral applicants with 1+ year of service may be eligible to start at the lateral step.

Info: [email protected]

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Reminder: Free Child Passenger Safety Check today from 3–6 PM at Elm Ave Park.

No appointment needed. Bring your car seat, vehicle manual, and child’s current height/weight if possible. Certified technicians will be on site to help.

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News Release - Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Glenmont

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Check out this Community Event at Walmart this weekend on Nextdoor!: https://t.co/oW0UE1td3g

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Unused or expired meds? Drop them off safely.

BPD is partnering with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

📍 Elm Ave Park
🗓 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
No questions asked. Help keep our community safe.

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In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, BPD is adding Carter Kits sensory bags to help support individuals during stressful situations.

Building on a great idea from Slingerlands Fire Department, kits will be used by SROs first, with plans to expand to patrol.

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Keeping kids safe starts with the right car seat setup.

Join BPD & Albany County DPW for a FREE Child Passenger Safety Check on May 4, 3–6 PM at Elm Ave Park. Certified techs will inspect seats & answer questions.

No appointment needed. #ChildSafety #CarSeatCheck

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Trying something new in 2026!

BPD is now sharing a monthly snapshot of police activity based on reviewed data. This idea was proposed by Chief Cocchiara, and reports will be shared each month.

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Calm voices. Critical decisions. Bethlehem Police Dispatchers support police, fire, and EMS when seconds matter most. This is a career—not a stepping stone. Starting pay: $50,012 | Apply: [email protected]

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See the full release on our Facebook page at https://t.co/1U2LXCGLZR

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WEATHER ADVISORY — Town of Bethlehem

Arctic cold arrives Friday night with dangerous wind chills Saturday.
Snow storm risk Sunday into Monday.
Bring pets indoors. Limit outdoor exposure.
Avoid travel during snowfall unless necessary.

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We’re looking for a home for a female adolescent Husky mix who has been in our care for several weeks. She is spayed, vaccinated, and affectionate. Contact our ACOs if interested. Please share.

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UPDATE: 9-1-1 Services have been restored and are operating normally.

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🚨 911 Service Advisory 🚨

We are currently experiencing technical issues affecting 9-1-1 calls in the Town of Bethlehem.

If you need police, fire, or emergency medical assistance, please call 518-439-9973 to reach the Bethlehem Police Department Communications Center directly.

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🚨 911 Service Advisory 🚨

We are currently experiencing technical issues affecting 9-1-1 calls in the Town of Bethlehem.

If you need police, fire, or emergency medical assistance, please call 518-439-9973 to reach the Bethlehem Police Department Communications Center directly.

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Two Albany residents were arrested after attempting to scam a Glenmont resident by posing as FDIC investigators. Officers intercepted the suspects during the incident. Full details on Facebook: https://t.co/QuvElhZBAb

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Over 159 lbs of unused and expired medications collected at today’s DEA Drug Take Back event at Elm Ave Park! Thank you to everyone who helped keep our community safe. 💊🚔

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We’re aware of a post claiming there was a shooting at a McDonald’s in Glenmont. This information is false — there is no such incident or active investigation. Please rely on official updates from the Bethlehem Police Department for verified information.

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Bethlehem Police have arrested a Delmar man on charges involving sexual contact with a minor. The suspect was remanded to Albany County Correctional Facility with no bail. Read more on Facebook: https://t.co/o4y8iRtIqu