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The 16th District hosted a book bag giveaway last Friday, offering school supplies, food, arts and crafts, and featuring youth and police DJs for the first time!! 🎶 Shoutout to @HerrsSnacks for their generous donation!! Everyone had a great time, and there were many smiles! 📚✏️
✨️ N A T I O N A L• N I G H T• O U T ✨️
💙 Huge Thank You To Everyone Who Joined The Philadelphia Police Department 16th District and The Drexel Police Department For An Incredible National Night Out 2026! We Loved Celebrating Alongside Our Amazing Friends And Neighbors.
From Great Conversations To Shared Smiles, It Was Wonderful Seeing Our Community And Police Officers Engaging, Having A Great Time, And Building Stronger Bonds Together. Together, We Make Our Neighborhood Safer And Brighter! 💙
#NationalNightOut #NNO2026 #PhillyPD #DrexelPolice
✨️ E N D • O F • A N • E R A ✨️
30 Years Of Holding It Down In West Philly And Webby Is Finally Off Duty For Good! 🚔
Huge Congratulations To Officer Lawrence "Webby" Webb On His Retirement From The 16th District. Three Decades Of Service Is No Joke,
✨️H O N O R I N G • T H E • H E R O E S✨️
Commending The Officers Of The 16th District For Their Exceptional Bravery And Swift Response To The Cottman Avenue Aircraft Incident. We Owe A debt Of Gratitude To These Dedicated Professionals For Their Unwavering
Commitment To Public Safety.
#PhiladelphiaPolice #16thDistrict #PPD16thDistrict #PublicService #PhillyPD
✨️H O N O R I N G • T H E • H E R O E S✨️
Commending The Officers Of The 16th District For Their Exceptional Bravery And Swift Response To The Cottman Avenue Aircraft Incident. We Owe A debt Of Gratitude To These Dedicated Professionals For Their Unwavering
Commitment To Public Safety.
#PhiladelphiaPolice #16thDistrict #PPD16thDistrict #PublicService #PhillyPD
We Are Beyond Grateful For The Incredible Support At Our Fish Fry Fundraiser! 🙌
A Huge Shoutout To Our:
✨️Community Team
✨️ Amazing PDAC Board Members, & Sponsors.
✨️Special Thanks To Our Legendary Fry Master, Chef D & His Crew You Did Your Thing And We Appreciate You 🤝
✨️Everyone Who Donated & Supported We Couldn't Have Done It Without You. 🫶🏽
#16thDistrict #FishFryFundraiser #CommunitySupport #PhillyPD
🚨 A R R E S T 🚨
🔹️ Excellent Work By 16th District Officers (16T6) Who Recovered This Firearm And Took A Male Suspect Into Custody Following An Aggravated Assault Investigation. 🔹️
#16thDistrict #PhillyPolice #GunViolence #BestInTheWest
✨️ O N • T H E • B E A T ✨️
Spotted! 👀 Our 16th District Officers Were Out In Full Force This Summer, Protecting Our Community And Ensuring The Vibes Stayed Absolutely Immaculate While Everyone Enjoyed The FIFA World Cup And Welcome America Festivities! ⚽🎉🇺🇸
📸: @keystonelensphotography
#PhiladelphiaPolice #16thDistrict #WawaWelcomeAmerica #FIFA26 #PhillyStrong
✨️ U P C O M I N G • E V E N T S ✨️
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#16thDistrict #Community #BookbagGiveaway #FishfryFundraiser
🚨 Officer Lee Officially Cited Coach For 'Excessive Team Spirit'—But Let Him Off With A Warning. 👮🏽♀️⚾
#MLBTheShow #AllStarWeek #PhillyPolice #16thDistrict #MascotLife
📢 West Philly Neighbors! 📢
Join The Philadelphia Police Department's 16th District For A PSA 1 Community Meeting.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, July 16
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Mantua Civic Association
(3729 Melon St)
Come Discuss Recent Crime Trends, Communication Strategies, And Quality Of Life Issues. Your Voice Matters—Let's Build A Safer Community Together! 🤝
#WestPhilly #Mantua #CommunityMeeting #PhillyPD
🫡 M O R N I N G • M O T I V A T I O N 🫡
Whether He’s On Two Wheels 🪽 Or Four 🚔, Sarge Only Knows How To Run At 100% Capacity. Just Checking His Own Suspension Before Taking On The Streets Of West Philly. 💪🏼😤
👮🏿- Sgt. Watson (Former Highway Patrol 🪽)
#16thDistrict