Chester Police Department Press Release From the Desk of Interim Commissioner Katrina Blackwell #259 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: August 21, 2025 Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation On Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at approximately 11:35 p.m., officers from the Che...

Protect Your Vehicle: Prevent Break-Ins and Thefts The City of Chester Police Department is alerting the community to a recent increase in vehicle break-ins and thefts. To combat this trend, we urge residents to take proactive steps to safeguard their vehicles and valuables. P...

In recent years, the City of Chester has seen a rise in juvenile-related criminal activity, involving young people as both victims and offenders. Due to their limited life experience and emotional development, youth are especially vulnerable to peer pressure, group influence, ...

On May 8, 2025 the City of Chester Police Department held a commendation ceremony in the community room at Chester City Hall. This event recognized the outstanding accomplishments and hard work of department personnel within the first quarter of the year. The ceremony provided...

The City of Chester Police Department would like to remind residents and visitors that saving parking spots on city streets is strictly prohibited. It has come to our attention that some individuals have been using various items, such as cones, chairs, and other objects, to re...