7 cars stolen within 48 hours in Aliquippa, City Council hears updates

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published March 2, 2023 7:26 A.M.

(Aliquippa, PA) Aliquippa Mayor Dwan b. Walker told council Wednesday night “Parents have to take ownership of their kids, be vigilant, be safe, if you see something, say something. With reference to car thefts he said, “You’re messing with other people’s lives.” Kids are out between 1- 3 a.m. in his neighborhood. Seven cars have been stolen in the last 48 hours. Police Chief John Lane repeated what he said earlier this week, park in lighted areas, lock your vehicles!!. Chief Lane also reported that Sgt. Steven Roberts retired earlier this month, he served 25 years on the force. Chief Lane added that required trainings have been attended by the police officers and himself.
Code and zoning officer Jim Bologna reported that the Blight Task Force is coming back, and he’ll announce the plans soon.
Street superintendent Alex Scott announced that recycling pickup resumes next week, if residents have an overflow of items they place them in the proper base next to their recycling containers.
Fire Chief Dave Foringer reported that his department has had a large number of overdose calls.