Covington Township Police Department

10/18/2026

COVINGTON TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT
PRESS RELEASE

Incident: Pedestrian Struck by Motor Vehicles

On October 17, 2026, at approximately 10:20 p.m. ,a 21-year-old New Jersey man was struck by two vehicles while lying in the roadway in the 200 block of Drinker Turnpike. It is currently unclear why he was in the roadway.

The man was transported by Covington Township Ambulance to Geisinger Community Medical Center. His condition was unknown at the time of this release.

Chief Jeffrey Lamm

09/12/2026

Today, Covington Township Police Department proudly recognizes National Police Woman Day.

We honor the dedicated women in law enforcement who serve their communities with courage, professionalism, and compassion. Thank you for your commitment, sacrifice, and the positive difference you make every day.

09/03/2026

UPDATE!!! The individual in the photograph has been identified and charges have been filed! Thank you for your support!

The Covington Township Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with identifying the male in the photograph. He is wanted for questioning reagarding a drug offense that occurred in the Eagle Lake Community. Anyone with information is asked to contact the station at 570-842-6400. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 

09/03/2026

The Covington Township Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with identifying the male in the photograph. He is wanted for questioning reagarding an assault that occurred in the Eagle Lake Community. Anyone with information is asked to contact the station at 570-842-6400. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 

08/31/2026

The Covington Township Police Department has partnered with Lehigh Valley Health Network to distribute blue envelopes to people who are on the autistic spectrum to assist officers better communicate with persons they come in contact with. Stop by our station if you are in need of one.

08/13/2026

UPDATE: PennDOT is currently reopening Jubilee road (8/14/26). However they will be closing Jubilee Road again on Monday (8/17) and Tuesday(8/18) for continued repairs from 8am to 5pm. Plan accordingly.

UPDATE: PennDOT anticipates Jubilee Road will remain closed until Saturday morning due to the extensive damage to the railroad tracks.

Jubilee Road at Lehigh Road is closed until further notice due to a truck striking the train underpass. Safety repairs are being made by PennDOT and the railroad.

08/08/2026

07/04/2026

Happy 4th!!

07/01/2026

Condolences to the members of the Pennsylvania State Police on the tragic line of duty death of Tpr Mike Pahira.