Kane citizens asked to help police in 'war on drugs'

June 18, 2011

Chief Hillard

Kane Borough Police Chief Brian Hillard is the asking the public to help the police department  in the "constant fight against illegal drugs and related activity."
Hillard said the police department "has been made aware of suspicious activity in various locations in and around Kane." He said the police are asking "private citizens, civic groups and community 'watches'" for assistance in apprehending the persons involved in illegal drug activity.
"If you see suspicious activity, please contact the Kane Police Department or the McKean County Drug Task Force," Hillard said in a statement presented at a meeting of the Kane Borough Council earlier this week.
To contact police:
*Call the Kane Police Department at 837-6440. The chief is at extension 1.
*Call the McKean County Drug Task Force Tip Line at 887-3232.
*Contact the State Police in person at the Kane station on Route 219 near Lantz Corners.
According to Hillard, citizens should report the following suspicious activity:
*Frequent vehicle or foot traffic at a residence for short periods of time.
*Individuals frequently approaching vehicles.
*Strong chemical or smoky odors coming from homes or vehicles.
*Large amounts of cold medicine packs, batteries, solvents or coffee filters with red stains.
Hillard said persons who observe suspected drug activity in their neighborhood should follow these procedures:
*Note information on the vehicles such as make, model, color, license plate number and any known occupants.
*Note the dates and times of the suspected drug activity "especially if it recurring on a regular basis."

See full article by purchasing the June 18 edition of The Kane Republican.