Officers in the cars could receive calls only. The first radio system was installed in five automobiles and twelve officers were trained to dispatch using the radio system. Under Superintendent Smith, the Investigations Unit was established. With his appointment the title, Chief, was changed to Superintendent. Police headquarters was located in the basement of the Township building. Township municipal building erected at 75 E. September 15, first officer killed in the line of duty, Francis "Buck" Roy. First motor vehicle used for patrol.ĭepartment consists of 32 Patrolmen, 3 Sergeants and the Chief of Police. Twenty five speeding arrests were made that year.īicycles used for patrol. Moore is appointed the first Police Chief. The township creates its first police department consisting of 7 officers and Charles D. Police and Minority Relations CommitteeĪugust 15th Lower Merion Township becomes a 1st class township.
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