Safety Information & Alerts

Alerts:

Chester County Prison Inmate Escape (8/31/23)

Wednesday, September 13th - Press Conference: CAPTURED

Press Conference: The CAPTURE of Danelo Cavalcante.

Tuesday, September 12th Press Conference from 9:30AM

Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bivens speaks on the police activity that occurred on September 11, 2023 and the updates surrounding the armed and dangerous fugitive, Danelo Cavalcante.

Monday September 11th Press Conference from 2:00PM

Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bivens speaks on the reward for information leading to the capture of Danelo Cavalcante

Sunday, September 10th Press Conference from 2:00PM

Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bevins speaks on the stolen vehicle operated by Danelo Cavalcante and updates on the manhunt.

Saturday, September 9th Update from the District Attorney Facebook Page

From the Pennsylvania State Police:

PSP continues their search efforts in Chester County for escapee Danelo Cavalcante with assistance from local, state, and federal agencies. There were two confirmed sightings of Cavalcante within the search area yesterday, September 8th. The search area now spans Conservatory Rd. to State Route 52 and Street Rd. to Longwood Rd. We remind area residents to report suspicious activity by calling 911 immediately.

Thursday, September 7th Press Conference from 3:00PM

Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bevins speaks on the search for Danelo Cavalcante, and reported sightings.

Wednesday, September 6th Press Conference from 3:00PM

Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bevins speaks on the search for Danelo Cavalcante, and the continued Manhunt.

Tuesday, September 5th Press Conference from 8:30AM

Monday, September 4th Press Conference from 1:00PM

Sunday, September 3rd Press Conference

Press Release from the District Attorney's Office

https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/73285/2023_0831-Inmate-Escape-from-Chester-County-Prison

West Nile Virus Alert:

The Chester County Health Department (CCHD) conducts routine mosquito surveillance between May and October to monitor the risk of West Nile Virus (WNV). Surveillance includes the collection and testing of adult mosquitoes. Municipal surveillance reports keep municipalities informed of the present risk and engage in prevention activities. Municipalities are encouraged to take prevention measures to minimize standing water and encourage residents to practice prevention and protective measures of their own (see resources below). Municipalities that require additional measures to reduce risk will be contacted by CCHD.