Charges Announced Against Member of Online Cybercriminal Group “Purgatory” for Placing Swatting Calls to Universities; Victims Asked to Contact FBI @FBIPhiladelphia @RadnorPD @PAStatePolice @UpperMerionPD justice.gov/usao-edpa/pr/cha…

A Message from Villanova University:

Please see the below message from the Radnor Township Detective Unit in reference to fraudulent emails targeting land developers in Radnor Township.

Officers Braxton, Cook, and Police Social Worker Isabel Cook recently attended training for the newly established Veterans Response Team in Delaware County. The VRT is a peer-to-peer support program that connects veterans in crisis with local law enforcement officers who are also veterans.

1️⃣9️⃣ days & counting! APPLY TODAY! Radnor Township Police Department is still accepting applications for Policr Officer! Deadline is Monday, October 20th, 2025 at 11:59pm. More information here: policeapp.com/Entry-Level-Ra…

Welcome aboard, Chief Smith! Radnor Township welcomes James P. Smith Jr., as the Township Fire & EMS Chief. READ MORE HERE: radnor.com/Home/Components/N…

Unity in Our Community Block Party! Last Saturday was an afternoon of food, fun, and friends on Highland Avenue in Wayne! Thanks to Radnor Township Recreation Department for the 7th annual block party that was highlighted by area musicians and dancers, including the Philadelphia 76ers “Stixers” drumline! What a way to cap off a great summer in Radnor!

****POLICE ACTIVITY**** There is significant police presence on South Ithan Avenue in Villanova following an arrest. There is no danger to the community and units are beginning to clear.

Radnor Township Police Department is on location at Villanova University Austin Hall for a reported active shooter. Law enforcement has confirmed the call to be false. Officers are working to clear the campus and restore normal operations. At this time, the investigation is ongoing.

Radnor Township Police Department, Villanova Public Safety Department, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Office of the District Attorney, along with dozens of area law enforcement officers are beginning to clear the scene at Villanova University. We are thankful to confirm that there is no evidence of an active shooter incident or victims. We could not be more proud of our Villanova community for following the shelter in place practices and allowing law enforcement to methodically investigate the incident. The incident remains under investigation between the FBI, Delaware County District Attorney’s Office and Radnor Township Police Department. For our new students and families, please know this: it is our top priority to ensure your safety everyday 24/7/365.

Congratulations to our Ben to the Shore riders! Officers Collins, Laffredo and Racht rode from the base of the Ben Franklin Bridge to Atlantic City benefitting the Families Behind the Badge Children's Foundation. The organization raises money for families of First Responders injured or killed in the line of duty.

⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE ⚠️ Darby Paoli Road between Newtown Road and Saw Mill Road is CLOSED due to a downed tree and wires. Given the location, the entrance to Saw Mill Park is also closed. Please prepare for an alternate route.

Superintendent Flanagan and the Delaware County Chiefs of Police Association recently hosted Philadelphia Police Department Commissioner Kevin Bethel at their monthly meeting. The Commissioner discussed the importance of mutual cooperation with Delaware County and upcoming events in the City of Philadelphia that will require outside agencies to assist.

Join us TONIGHT! An open forum to discuss the new initiatives from our Community Support Unit and resources available. See you at 6:30!

Thursday’s storm has left debris, downed trees and wires across much of Radnor Township. Thanks to the hard work throughout the night from our Public Works Division, many of our streets have been cleared and cleaned but several remain closed due to power lines entangled in the trees. The following roads remain CLOSED as of 7a.m. * E Lancaster Ave. & Garrett Ave. * Tree & Wires Down * Conestoga Rd. & Hardwick Ln. * Tree on Wires * Unit Blk Aberdeen Ter * Tree on Wires * Sproul Rd. & Godfrey Rd. * Wires down in area * S Ithan Ave. & Barclay Rd. * Multiple Trees & Wires Down * Darby Paoli & Godfrey Rd. * Tree & Wires Down * Upper Gulph Rd. & Biddulph Rd. * Tree & Wires Down * Gulph Creek Rd. & County Line Rd. * Tree & Wires Down * Newtown Rd. & Darby Paoli Rd. * Tree & Wires Down * Chamounix Rd. & Fenimore Ln. (Partially Open) * Tree & Wires Down * 900 blk Wooton Rd. * Wires & Transformer Down * Drexel Ln. * Tree & Wires Down * Atlee Rd. (Partially Open) * Tree and Pole Down * 300 blk Morris Rd. (Partially Open) * Tree on Wires * Darby Paoli Rd. at the Entrance to Skunk Hollow * Wires Down * Unit blk Wistar Rd. * Tree & Wires Down * 3oo blk Oak Ter. * Tree & Wires Down * Conestoga Rd. & Montrose Ave. (Partially Open) * Tree & Wires Down * Upper Gulph Rd. & King of Prussia Rd. * Pole & Wires Down Please exercise extreme caution if traveling today. Pack your patience as detours are inevitable. PECO is working diligently to restore power to neighborhoods and provides updates on their website here: peco.com/outages/experiencin… Should you need assistance, don’t ever hesitate to call 9-1-1!

June 19, 2025: Severe Thunderstorm Damage in Radnor Township Please be advised that due to the severe thunderstorm which just passed through Radnor Township very quickly there are multiple trees down, wires down, and traffic lights out. ✅The Radnor Township Public Works Department is enroute to begin storm clean up. ✅The Radnor Township Police Department, Fire Company and EMT's are currently working on safety measures. ✅Do not hesitate to dial 911 for assistance. ⚠️Please do not drive or walk under downed trees. ⚠️Please stay away from any live wires. ⚠️Please treat flashing traffic lights as stop lights. ❤Stay safe, Radnor!

🥍LACROSSE TOURNAMENT TRAFFIC 🥍 Beginning Friday, June 13 through Saturday, June 14, Villanova will host the Premier League Lacrosse and the Philadelphia Waterdogs for two days of doubleheaders in Villanova Stadium. Games will begin at 6:00PM and 8:30PM Friday. On Saturday, the games will begin at 1:00PM and 7:00PM. Please be advised that pedestrian and vehicle traffic may be heavy around Main Campus throughout the weekend. Stadium lights will be illuminated for player visibility and pedestrian safety. Radnor Police will be on site directing motorists and assisting fans inside and outside of the stadium.

⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT ⚠️ West Lancaster Avenue is CLOSED at the intersection of Conestoga and Eagle Roads due to downed wires. Radnor Police Department and Fire Company are on scene awaiting PECO. Please use an alternate route.