Upper Allen Man Arrested for DUI Following Crash

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Arrested:
Robert DeMartyn, 78
1000 block of Allendale RD
Mechanicsburg, PA

Charge:
Driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance

On Sunday, November 17, 2024 at around 9:15 PM, Upper Allen Police were dispatched to an apartment building in the 1000 block of Allendale RD for a minor crash. Police determined that Robert DeMartyn struck the rear of a parked vehicle in the parking lot. While conducting an investigation, DeMartyn was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol. DeMartyn was arrested on scene and transported to Cumberland County Central Booking for processing. A preliminary hearing will be held at a later date.

Upper Allen Man Charged with Criminal Mischief

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Arrested:
Matthew Snyder, 51
100 Block of Keefer Way
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Charges:
Criminal Mischief
Harassment
Disorderly Conduct

On September 10, 2024 at approximately 8:55 AM, Upper Allen Police were dispatched to an assault that had occurred at a residence. An investigation determined that the suspect, Matthew Snyder, and another female, arrived at the victim’s residence and a physical altercation occurred. During the altercation, Snyder kicked the victim’s car causing damage. Charges were filed against Snyder and a preliminary hearing was held on November 14, 2024. Snyder waived the preliminary hearing and the charges were bound over to Cumberland County Court.

Harrisburg Woman Injured in Crash

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On Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 1:46 PM, Upper Allen Police were dispatched to the intersection of Mt. Allen Drive and East Winding Hill Road for the report of a two vehicle crash. Upon arrival police learned that a Toyota sedan had attempted to turn left from Mt. Allen Drive to Eadt Winding Hill Road without yielding the right of way to oncoming traffic. The Toyota then collided with an oncoming Subaru SUV. The operator of the Subaru was transported by EMS for her injuries and the Toyota was disabled and towed from the scene.

Upper Allen Police Hire New Police Officer

Upper Allen Police announce the hiring of Garrett Weik. Officer Weik brings the complement of officers up to 25 sworn Police Officers. Officers Weik is starting the Field Training Program and we are looking forward to having him complement our professional staff. Officers Weik was administered his oath of office by Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas Judge Christylee Peck on November 13, 2024.

Upper Allen Woman Arrested for Aggravated Assault

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Arrested:
Jodie Peters, 42
100 block of Keefer Way
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Charges:
Aggravated Assault
Simple Assault
Harassment

On September 10, 2024 at approximately 0855 hours, Upper Allen Police were dispatched to an assault that had occurred at a residence. An investigation found that the suspect, Jodie Peters, and another male, arrived at the victim’s residence and an altercation occurred. During the altercation, Peters struck the victim in the head numerous times causing injury. Charges were filed against Peters and resulted in the issuance of an arrest warrant. Peters was arrested and arraigned on the warrant on October 8, 2024. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for a later date.