In other reports, police arrested a driver for suspected DUI; police also discovered and seized suspected narcotics.
The 38-year-old resource ranger died tragically at Tyler State Park in Newtown when his kayak capsized in the rain-swollen Neshaminy Creek.
"We stand in solidarity with the Pennsylvania DCNR as they mourn the loss of one of their own," said Fire Chief Glenn Forsyth.
The friends of the ranger have set up a GoFundMe page to raise money to set up college savings funds for his two elementary-school age sons.
In other reports, police make an arrest for DUI and investigate retail thefts at Lululemon and Ulta Beauty and several thefts from vehicles.
The park will remain closed through the Memorial Day holiday, reopening on Tuesday, May 27, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.
The 38-year-old park resource ranger was in a kayak late Friday morning when it capsized in the swollen Neshaminy Creek.
Firefighters, police and rescue crews responded to the park on Friday after a man was seen struggling in the water after his kayak capsized.
After smelling smoke and hearing fire alarms, Alex grabbed a fire extinguisher and went upstairs into the smoke.
While police were processing the driver at headquarters, they learned that the driver was on probation in Bucks County.
Juvenile taken into custody for assault in Newtown Township; Wrightstown resident reports investment fraud.
Foot chase along Sycamore Street was part of a busy month of arrests, reports Police Chief John Hearn.
The overturned landscaping vehicle forced the closure of Taylorsville Road between Jonathan Way and Bailey Drive.
Memorial service in Newtown to pay tribute to 16 law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty while protecting their communities.
Police also investigated a shopping center assault, made arrests for suspected DUI, and confiscated suspected narcotics.
During another traffic stop, police took two men into custody on active arrest warrants from Monroe Township.
Local lawmakers are teaming up with the PA Department of Banking & Securities to present sessions on fraud and identity theft.
The event is held to draw attention to the real meaning of Memorial Day and to recognize the nation's heroic first responders and soldiers.
The project is aimed at improving pedestrian safety at two key pedestrian crossings in the township.
Wycombe-based fire company honors top responders, presents training and chief's award and recognizes retiring member.
In other reports, police charged a man with aggravated assault, simple assault, disorderly conduct, harassment, and terroristic threats.
Police investigate retail theft at the Village at Newtown; arrest man for passing counterfeit bills at township businesses.
Police encourage residents and business owners to acquaint themselves on how to spot counterfeit cash.
Police file arrest warrant against an individual for again violating a Protection from Abuse order.
Police also confiscated suspected narcotics and marijuana during several traffic stops in the township.
It felt like a case of déjà vu when police pulled over a car Friday night near Lookout Park for driving on a suspected license.
The force of the crash left shattered window frames, broken glass, and loose bricks in front of the eatery and extensive damage inside.
Police also investigated several cases of fraud in the borough during March, including a business computer that was hacked.
Police also took one driver into custody on an active arrest warrant from the Pennsylvania State Police.
In other reports, police investigated a theft from a shed in Wrightstown and cited an intoxicated man at a township restaurant.
The driver was arrested and the car was impounded. The driver will now answer the charges in court.
Firefighters from three companies responded to the scene after a caller reported smoke coming from the top of an attached deck.
An investigation by police revealed that a passenger in the vehicle was in possession of methamphetamine.
On Feb. 4, Newtown firefighters Michael Bradshaw and Quinnten Jones rescued a woman from a burning home in Lower Makefield.
Police said the driver had an outstanding arrest warrant for assault and was wanted by police in Bucks County.
Police are investigating incidents in Newtown Township and Doylestown Borough.
During a another traffic stop, suspected narcotics and drug paraphernalia were discovered and seized and a male passenger was arrested.
In other reports, police arrested a Langhorne man for DUI after he was observed driving the wrong way on Centre Avenue.
Fire crews worked together to quickly extricate the driver who was transferred to the care of Central Bucks EMS.
Two career firefighters will be recognized for saving the life of a woman during a house fire in neighboring Lower Makefield Township.