South Abington Township PA Police Department

Police Department

Last Updated: April 25, 2024
Address
104 Shady Lane Rd, Chinchilla, PA 18410
County
Lackawanna
Phone
570-586-2111
Fax
570-586-4342
Email
satpd@epix.net
Mailing Address
PO Box 259, Chinchilla, PA 18410

S Abington Twp PD is for Police Department offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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You can work with your local police at the South Abington Township PA Police Department webpage on InmateAid

The S Abington Twp PD serves as a brief holding facility for the Police Department and agencies within the judicial district of Lackawanna County. Located at 104 Shady Lane Rd in Chinchilla, PA, this facility accommodates arrestees awaiting transfer to the Lackawanna County Jail or another jurisdiction that issued the arrest warrant. Following the transfer, offenders are arraigned and charged before a magistrate at the County Courthouse. Bail determinations are made at this stage. For further inmate information, please contact the booking department at 570-586-2111 or click here for the latest arrest records.

The South Abington Township Police Department operates as a full-time municipal police agency, providing comprehensive services to a population exceeding approximately 9,500 residents. Additionally, the department extends its services by contracting police assistance to neighboring Newton Township and Ransom Township, encompassing an additional population of over 6,000 residents.

Currently, the SATPD employs 10 full-time officers, 6 part-time officers, and a civilian employee. Renowned for its commitment to professionalism, the department stays abreast of advancements in computer technology and law enforcement equipment. Specialized services offered by SATPD include a summer bicycle unit and a full-time School Resource Officer stationed at the Abington Heights High School. Moreover, SATPD members actively participate in the Lackawanna County Drug Task Force and Lackawanna County SWAT Team, ensuring ongoing training and skill development for all personnel.

For police calls, residents are directed to the Lackawanna County Communications Center. Whether reporting emergencies via 911 or non-emergency situations through 342-9111, it is crucial to specify residence in South Abington Township to ensure prompt response. Residents utilizing Clarks Summit as their mailing address should note that emergency services are provided solely by South Abington Township.

Inmate Locator

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The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

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Visitation Information

This administrative facility does not house inmates, new arrestees, or ICE detainees, however most new bookings can be found HERE.

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