Elizabeth Township Police Department is a full-service agency. The department operates 24/7 and is part of the Allegheny County 911 emergency services system. Elizabeth Township Police also provide mutual aid police services to multiple neighboring municipalities
The Police Department has adopted a community-oriented policing concept. Our officers are dedicated to the continued protection and service to our neighborhoods by working in partnership with citizens to creatively solve problems.
The Police Department welcomes interaction through various methods including neighborhood meetings and area crime watches. Elizabeth Township Police demonstrate commitment by providing the highest level of service, accountability, integrity, and respect, at all times, to those we serve.
Leadership
MEET THE CHIEF - KEN HONICK
Experienced in Private, Local, and Federal Law Enforcement, Chief Honick embarked on his law enforcement
career in 1998 working for a local entertainment company supervising security and park police services in
Ligonier, PA. In 2000, Honick became a full-time campus police officer for a large medical complex campus
in Monroeville, PA. In 2002 Honick entered into Washington, DC Law Enforcement and began a journey with
the Metropolitan Police, Metro Transit Police, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. During his years in DC
law enforcement, Honick held a variety of assignments, which included federal task force work, specialized
investigations, and a variety of supervisory patrol and investigation assignments. Honick was honored to participate
in and coordinate police services for six Presidential Inaugurations, an MLB World Series, an NHL Stanley Cup Series, Several NCAA Playoff Series, and Independence Day Celebrations.
Outside of law enforcement duties, Honick also served with The International Teamsters Police Union as a Stewart and served as the President of the Metro Transit Police FOP Labor Committee.
Chief Honick has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Indiana University of PA focused in the studies of Criminology and Pre-Law. Honick is also an alumnus of the Elizabeth Forward School District.
MEET THE LIEUTENANT - JERRY CIMBA
My name is Gerald Cimba and I was recently promoted to the rank of Lieutenant at the July 3rd, 2023 Board
of Commissioners Meeting. I have been proudly serving Elizabeth Township as a Police Officer since
November 2007. In 2011, the Elizabeth Township Board of Commissioners, along with the Civil Service
Commission, promoted me to the rank of Sergeant. The department still has three great sergeants serving
our community after my recent promotion from sergeant to lieutenant. Throughout my nearly sixteen years
with the Elizabeth Township Police Department, I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with so
many incredible people, and I look forward to continuing to get to know more of you as I proudly take on my
new role as Lieutenant of the Elizabeth Township Police Department.
I have a rich history with law enforcement, which makes me confident in my new position. After graduating from McKeesport Area High School in 1998, I attended the IUP Police Academy and graduated in 2003. My law enforcement career kicked off later in 2003 when I began working as a Police Officer with the City of Duquesne on a part-time basis. A year later in 2004, I was also hired as a part-time officer in the City of McKeesport. Up until the City of Duquesne hired me as a full-time Police Officer in late 2004, I worked at both McKeesport and Duquesne, which provided me the opportunity to learn so much by working in two different environments. After working in the City of Duquesne for four years, I began my career here in Elizabeth Township, where I have comfortably settled into my current career.
My wife and I have been married for sixteen years and have two amazing children. We have been residents of Elizabeth Township since 2008 which makes working here even more personal and enjoyable. I could not have progressed this far in my career without my family, and I am glad to share this experience with them, which makes playing a role in keeping our community safe and healthy even more important to me. Integrity and safety are two of my top values both personally and professionally, so I thank the Elizabeth Township Board of Commissioners for giving me this opportunity to serve my family and my community to the best of my ability. Serving Elizabeth Township is a great pleasure to me, and I look forward to serving you all in my new role!
Business Hours & Contact
We are staffed 24 hours a day 7 days a week and you are welcome to come to the police station any time if you have need. However, an officer is not always present at the station to take reports. Please use the numbers below based on your needs if an officer is not present when you come to the station.
Emergencies
911
Non-Emergencies
412-751-7325
I believe in transparency and feel it is my duty to notify residents of certain police related events within all
the communities we serve - Elizabeth Township, Forward Township, Elizabeth Borough, and West Elizabeth.
As such, I update our Police Department's Facebook page often, making our Facebook the best place for the most
up-to-date information on road closures, public safety announcements, and community highlights. Please check back often for accurate, real time information.
- Chief Honick
TRANSPARENCY
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission consists of five members appointed by the Board of Commissioners to serve six-year terms. The commission has the power to provide for the examination of applicants for positions and promotions, establish minimum qualifications for positions, test applicants for appointments and provide hearings in cases of dismissals or reductions in rank for those employed as sworn Police Officers.
Meetings Schedule: Only if there is business in front of the Commission
Members:
Ed Hinchey
Keith Palmer
John Cindrich
Connect with Us
The department posts announcements and updates on our Facebook page. Connect with us to stay in the loop.
Drug Take Back Program
Our Drug Take Back box is located in the lobby of the municipal building next to the water fountain. Feel free to drop off any of the accepted items!
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday.
ACCEPTED
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Prescriptions
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Prescriptions Patches
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Prescription Medicine
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Prescription Ointment
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Over-The-Counter Medications
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Vitamins
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Samples
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Pet Medications.
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NOT ACCEPTED
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Hydrogen Peroxide
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Inhalers
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Aerosol Cans
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Ointments, Lotions, or Liquids
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Medication from Business or Clinic
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Needles (Sharps)
MISSION STATEMENT:
Our mandate is the continued protection and enhancement of our diverse neighborhoods by working in partnership with our citizens to creatively solve problems, always remaining sensitive to the authority with which we are entrusted.
"It is our challenge to provide committed service through accountability, integrity, and respect."