Allentown Police Department

MEDIA RELEASE: Shooting Investigation

“On behalf of the Allentown Police Department, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow officers of Officer Kristen Yeager.

We mourn the loss of a dedicated public servant who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic loss.”

Chief Charles Roca
Central Berks Police

Today, our department mourns the heartbreaking loss of Officer Kristen Yeager, who made the ultimate sacrifice while responding to a call for service on May 29, 2026.

Officer Yeager served our community with courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication. She answered the call to protect and serve each day, placing the safety of others above her own. Her commitment to her badge, her fellow officers, and the citizens she served will never be forgotten.

We ask that you keep Officer Yeager’s family, friends, and our entire law enforcement family in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Rest easy, Officer Yeager. Your watch has ended, but your legacy of service and sacrifice will live on forever. We got it from here.

🖤💙 End of Watch: May 29, 2026

🔒 9 PM Reminder 🔒

Before turning in for the night, take a few moments to lock up and secure your home.

Lock all doors and windows
Turn on exterior lights
Remove valuables from vehicles
Lock your vehicle doors
Set your alarm system if you have one

A few simple steps can help prevent theft and keep your family safe.

Have a safe evening, !

Congratulations to the Trexler students who were selected as Outstanding Students! Today, they were recognized and treated to lunch by SRO Newsome and school staff for their hard work, leadership, and dedication throughout the school year.

We are proud of each and every one of you — keep up the great work and continue striving for success! Thank you Allentown Police Athletic League who donated the 🍕🍕🍕Pizza .

Allentown School District

BAIL BOND SCAM - IF YOU SEE ANY FLYER THAT HAS THIS INFORMATION WE ARE ADVISING YOU THAT IT IS A SCAM!

A Bitcoin bond scam is a fraud where callers impersonating law enforcement or government officials coerce victims into paying fake fines, warrants, or bonds using cryptocurrency.

Scammers demand the payment be deposited into local Bitcoin ATMs to clear an arrest warrant or missed jury duty, exploiting fear to steal funds.

How the Scam Operates Impersonation:
Fraudsters claim to be from a local sheriff's office, U.S. Marshals, or the courts. They often use real names of actual officers or judges to sound legitimate.

The Hook:
They threaten immediate arrest, jail time, or frozen bank accounts for a fabricated offense, such as missing a court appearance or a DNA test.

The Payment Demand:
To resolve the "warrant," they instruct the victim to withdraw cash, go to a local store with a Bitcoin ATM, and feed the cash into the machine using a QR code provided by the scammer.

Bitcoin Cryptocurrency is preferred by scammers because transactions are immediate, anonymous, and practically irreversible. Once the Bitcoin is sent to the scammer’s digital wallet, the money is nearly impossible to recover.

What to Do --- Hang Up:
Legitimate law enforcement, court officials, or government agencies never demand bond, warrant fees, or fines via Bitcoin, wire transfers, or gift cards.

Verify Independently:
If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and independently verify the information by calling your local police department or court clerk's office directly using a number you know to be authentic.

Report It:
If you have been targeted or have lost money to this scam, immediately report the incident to ReportFraud.ftc.gov and file a detailed complaint with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at IC3.gov and or you local Law Enforcement.

PLEASE SHARE

Thank you to Dodd Elementary School for inviting our department to be part of your Fun Fest! We enjoyed spending time with the students, families, and community. We appreciate the warm welcome and all those who helped make the event a success!


Allentown School District

Great Job Allentown Police Athletic League PAL Youth Mentors and Officers! Summer fun time is coming!

MEDIA RELEASE:
Criminal Attempt - Homicide ARREST

Monday, May 25, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
On Monday, May 25m, 2026, at approximately 1434 hours, Officers from the Allentown Police Department's Patrol Division responded to the 700 Block of Saint John Street for a report of a stabbing.

Through the course of the investigation, conducted by the Criminal Investigations Division, it was determined that the incident was a domestic in which the defendant stabbed the victim multiple times. The 49-year-old female victim is in a critical but stable condition.

Through this investigation, the following individual has been charged with the listed offenses:
Amir Whitehurst - 43 years of age, of Allentown

Charges:
Criminal Attempt - Homicide (Felony)
Aggravated Assault (Felony)
Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Misdemeanor)
Possession of Instruments of a Crime (Misdemeanor)
Simple Assault (Misdemeanor)
Recklessly Endangering Another Person (Misdemeanor)

As in every criminal case, that fact that a warrant has been issued or a complaint has been filed is merely an accusation; and the defendant in this case is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

There will be no further comment at this time relating to this investigation.

Today and always, the Allentown Police Department honors and remembers the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

We remember their courage, sacrifice, and legacy this Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

We will never forget.