UAT20250300413

On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Upper Allen Police were dispatched to the first block of Gettysburg Pike, Mechanicsburg, PA, for a report of a motor vehicle crash. An investigation determined that vehicles traveling northbound on Gettysburg Pike had stopped for a school bus traveling south, which had stopped to discharge students. The operator of one vehicle failed to stop and rear-ended another vehicle, pushing it into a third vehicle. One of the operators sustained a minor wrist injury and was evaluated by EMS. No other injuries were reported.

The Upper Allen Police Department was assisted on scene Penn State Health EMS.

UAT20250100649

The Upper Allen Police Department is providing an update on the wrong-way crash that occurred on US Route 15 on January 17, 2025. This incident originated in Lower Allen Township and ended in a multi-vehicle crash in Upper Allen Township.

As previously released on February 13, 2025, we committed to providing a further update within four weeks. The official crash and toxicology reports related to this incident have now been received. Investigators are currently compiling all evidence for review by the Cumberland County District Attorney’s Office.

We recognize the serious impact this incident has had on those involved and the wider community, and we appreciate your continued interest. The investigation remains a high priority, and the Department is committed to a thorough and impartial review of all available evidence.

A subsequent press release will be issued upon the completion of the District Attorney’s review and the determination of any charging decisions.

For further information, see prior press releases here:

Update #2: https://upperallenpolice.com/wp/2025/02/13/update-us-route-15-wrong-way-crash-investigation-2/

Update #1: https://upperallenpolice.com/wp/2025/01/23/update-us-route-15-wrong-way-crash-investigation/

Initial: https://upperallenpolice.com/wp/2025/01/17/wrong-way-crash-on-us-route-15-leaves-multiple-people-injured/

UAT20241200280

Arrested:
Ian Smith, 42
100 block of Kutz Rd
Carlisle, PA 17015

Charges:
Deceptive or Fraudulent Business Practices
Theft by Deception

On Thursday, December 12, 2024, Upper Allen Police investigated a home improvement fraud. The investigation determined that Ian Smith scammed two victims. Smith collected a deposit and never started the work. Charges were filed and Smith surrendered himself. Smith’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for Thursday, March 27, 2025.

UAT20250300107

Arrested:
Victoria Howell, 32
First block of Gray Place
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Charges:
Simple Assault
Harassment

On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at approximately 8:00 am, Upper Allen Police were responded to the first block of Gray Place for a call about domestic violence. The investigation determined that Victoria Howell attempted to stab a male victim. Howell was afforded a preliminary arraignment then transported to Cumberland County Central Booking for processing and commitment. A preliminary hearing will be held on a later date.

UAT20241100929

Arrested:
Jeffrey Myers, 62
1000 block Allendale Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Charge:
Indecent Assault

In November of 2024, Upper Allen Police were dispatched to a local residential development for an intoxicated male. Police responded to the scene and found the male was Jeffrey Myers. It was then reported to Police that when a witness tried to help Myers stand up, Myers touched the person in a sexual manner while making inappropriate comments. Myers was transported by EMS to a hospital to receive medical attention. Myers was later charged with indecent assault. The preliminary hearing for Myers is scheduled for March 6, 2025.