NEWTOWN TOWNSHIP, PA — The Newtown Township Police Department reported the following incidents and arrests from Oct. 30 to Nov. 5:
October 30
- A Newtown Township resident reported an incident of fraud. The resident told police that she had been receiving numerous calls claiming people from around the world were opening credit card accounts using her name. She spoke to several individuals claiming to be from different agencies and fraud departments and was threatened with arrest before realizing it was a scam. There was no financial loss.
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October 31
- At 7 p.m., police were called to a Newtown Township business for the report of a hit-and-run accident with injuries. The caller said she was hit from behind by a vehicle that had left the scene. The striking vehicle was involved in two additional accidents before being stopped by police. The investigation is ongoing.
November 3
- At 11:45 a.m., police were dispatched to Violet Lane for the report of a hit-and-run. Witnesses said that a vehicle struck a juvenile, causing minor injuries, and left the scene. The driver was identified, and charges are pending.
- At 2:44 p.m., police were dispatched to a Newtown Township business for the report of a fraudulent check. Police said the check was never received by the intended recipient, but it was endorsed and deposited, and funds were withdrawn from the business's account. The bank is investigating.
- A Wrightstown resident contacted police at 4:30 p.m. to report fraudulent activity with his bank. A large amount of funds was transferred out of his account by an individual using false identification. The investigation is ongoing.