Police Department
Message from the Chief
Welcome to the Upper Southampton Township Police Department website. Our philosophy is to work in partnership with the community to address issues that affect the community. Upper Southampton Township is a community of slightly less than seven square miles located north of the city of Philadelphia in Bucks County, with a population of just under 20,000 and a considerable larger transient population. We are working hard on the process of obtaining accreditation from the PA Chiefs of Police Association. Accreditation assures that the department has policies and procedures which adhere to the current best accepted practices and provides for improved methods of police services for the department, municipality and community.
The Upper Southampton Township Police Department works tirelessly to assure our residents that their community is protected and that we provide services with integrity and respect. If I or any member of our staff can be of assistance please feel free to contact us. Please enjoy this website and Upper Southampton Township.
Ronald MacPherson
Chief of Police
About the Department
The Upper Southampton Police Department consists of 22 full-time sworn police officers, three full time and four part time administrative personnel (school crossing guards). The Department is comprised of three divisions: patrol, detective and administrative. The sworn staff includes a police chief, lieutenant, two detectives, four patrol sergeants, and 14 patrol officers.
Several officers from the department also participate in the South-Central Emergency Response Team (S.E.R.T.). The team is designed for emergency responses to tactical situations which include hostage situations, barricaded subjects and high-risk warrant services. The officers perform several roles ranging from tactical operators to crisis negotiators.
Officers are also trained to participate in the Bucks County
Major Incident Response Team (M.I.R.T.). The team is comprised of
members from various police departments in Bucks County. Members
are trained to respond to major incidents within Bucks County such
as civil disturbances, natural disasters, dignitary protection,
chemical / biological incidents, and terrorist attacks.
Our officers are also trained to specialize in bicycle patrol,
Motor Carrier Safety Alliance Program (MCSAP) as well as
maintaining certification in weights and measures, accident
investigation and reconstruction, traffic enforcement, crime scene
processing and firearms instruction.
Our detectives, as well as a few of our officers, are sworn as special Bucks County Detectives. They perform narcotics investigations throughout the County with emphasis on our jurisdiction and assist other agencies with their investigations.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Upper Southampton Township Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in our township by providing the highest level of police services through a partnership with the community. The commitment of each member shall be to tirelessly protect the citizens of our community, serving them without prejudice and creating a safe, crime-free environment by enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Constitution.
Value Statement
How we work to achieve our mission and the degree of our success depends upon our values. Values are statements of the standards and beliefs that are the most important to the employees of the department and our community in achieving our mission.
Core Values
Service -
We shall commit ourselves to faithfully and selflessly perform our
duties while continually pursuing the highest levels of knowledge,
skills, and expertise. We shall foster community and employee
involvement through problem-solving partnerships.
Integrity - We shall commit ourselves to the highest moral and ethical standards. We conduct ourselves in our professional and personal lives in a manner beyond reproach. The honor amongst us is paramount.
Respect - We shall commit ourselves to treat all persons in an unbiased, dignified and compassionate manner that shall serve as an example to all.
Motto: "Serving with Integrity and Respect"
Information
Police
Upper Southampton Township Police Department
939 Street Road
Southampton, PA 18966
Emergency: 9-1-1
Police Dispatch: (215) 357-8900
Non-Emergency Administration / Voice Mail: (215) 364-5000
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Police StaffView entire directory
| Name | Title | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
| Ron MacPherson | Chief | (215) 364-5000 x112 |
| Frank Groome | Lieutenant | (215) 364-5000 x113 |
| Craig Rudisill | Detective | (215) 364-5000 x117 |
| James Schirmer | Detective | (215) 364-5000 x115 |
| Michael Jones | Sergeant | (215) 364-5000 x157 |
| John Costello | Sergeant | (215) 364-5000 x118 |
| Frank Walter | Sergeant | (215) 364-5000 x152 |
| Richard Gruver | Sergeant | (215) 364-5000 x137 |
| William McCloskey | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x151 |
| Anthony Marsaglia | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x152 |
| Russell Bumm | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x154 |
| Al Costantini | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x136 |
| Scott Irvin | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x155 |
| Fred Williamson | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x153 |
| Milton Warrell | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x140 |
| Andrew Brown | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x158 |
| Daniel Schmidt | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x157 |
| Scott Hartranft | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x118 |
| Michael Kaminski | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x133 |
| Derek Gale | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x156 |
| Ryan Hand | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x144 |
| Francis Fazzio | Officer | (215) 364-5000 x135 |
| Lori Kaess | Chief's Secretary | (215) 364-5000 x120 |
| Carol Carver | Court Liaison | (215) 364-5000 x116 |
| Christina Howell | Receptionist | (215) 364-5000 x110 |
Promotions
In July of 2010, Frank Groome was promoted by the Board of Supervisors to the rank of Lieutenant. His prior rank for the previous 24 years was Detective.
In December of 2010, James Schirmer was promoted by the Board of Supervisors to the rank of Detective. His prior rank for the previous 14 years was Patrol Officer.
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