8th Police District
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8th Police District is a division of the Philadelphia Police Department serving portions of Northeast Philadelphia, including Fox Chase, Rhawnhurst, Burholme, and surrounding neighborhoods. The district headquarters is located at Academy and Red Lion Roads.
Coverage Area
[edit | edit source]The 8th Police District covers:
- Fox Chase
- Rhawnhurst
- Burholme
- Lawndale
- Portions of Castor Gardens
History
[edit | edit source]The 8th Police District serves residential neighborhoods in the far Northeast section of Philadelphia. The area is characterized by single-family homes and a suburban feel, with corresponding policing needs focused on property crimes and traffic safety.[1]
Community Programs
[edit | edit source]The district participates in:
- Town watch programs
- Community meetings
- Traffic safety initiatives
- Senior citizen outreach
See Also
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- ↑ "8th Police District". Philadelphia Police Department. Retrieved December 2025