Bear Sightings, Alleged Lewdness at Pool Top July News

Reports of bear sightings in or near Hellertown and a story about a man who allegedly exposed himself at the borough swimming pool were among the most-read articles on Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch in July.

Black Bear Pursued Through Hellertown
A black bear was pursued through Hellertown by police and the PA Game Commission.

Black Bear Spotted Near Route 412
A black bear was spotted near the intersection of Polk Valley Road and Route 412.

Man Exposed Himself at Pool, Police Say
A Freemansburg man pulled down his shorts and exposed himself in front of patrons at the Hellertown Community Pool, according to police.

Woman, 20, Drank Friend's Drink at Bar, Police Say
Lower Saucon Township Police say an Allentown woman was cited for alleged underage drinking at Revolutions at Saucon Valley.

Pot Smoked Around Campfire, Police Say
Lower Saucon Township Police say officers were dispatched to a campfire on Woodfield Drive for a marijuana odor complaint.

Boy Fell After Riding on Car Hood, Police Say
Hellertown Police say a teen driver has been charged as a result of an accident in which a boy fell off a car hood.

Woman Banged on Ceiling, Scaring Child, Police Say
A Lower Saucon Township woman will be cited for harassment because of the alleged incident, police said.

Hellertown Man is Fugitive, Authorities Say
Pedro Luis Freytes-Ferrer, 22, is wanted by the Northampton County Sheriff's Department on charges of DUI and resisting arrest.

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