SOMAN, RUTURAJ
PA 75 3802B - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - HIGH RATE (M)
PA 75 3802A1 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - GENERAL IMPAIRMENT
PA 75 3309(1) - DRIVING IN A SINGLE LANE
Age
41
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 11"
Weight
Pocono Township
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Address
112 Township Drive
Tannersville, PA 18372
United States
Email
jgambino@poconopa.gov
Phone
Fax
School District
Tax Rate
3.87 mills
Pocono Township is a dynamic and strategically located municipality in central Monroe County, Pennsylvania, serving as a commercial and recreational hub in the Pocono Mountains. With its mix of natural beauty, tourism infrastructure, and growing residential zones, it’s one of the most visible and visited townships in the region.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Established: 1816
- Area: ~34.4 square miles (89.1 km²), mostly land
- Elevation: ~961 feet (293 m)
- Population: 10,868 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏘️ Communities & Features
- Tannersville: The township’s civic and commercial center, home to the municipal offices and major retail corridors
- Camelback Mountain Resort: A year-round destination for skiing, snowboarding, waterparks, and mountain adventures
- Big Pocono State Park: Located at the summit of Camelback Mountain, offering panoramic views and hiking trails
🏛️ History & Identity
- Railroad Legacy: Like many Pocono communities, Pocono Township grew with the expansion of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
- Tourism Roots: Its location and elevation made it a natural draw for resorts and vacationers since the 19th century
- Modern Growth: Now a blend of residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and protected natural areas
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Permitted Zones: Allowed only in Commercial (C) and Recreational District (RD) zones
- Restricted Zones: Not permitted in R-1 and R-2 residential zones
- Requirements: Must obtain a change-of-use permit and annual license
🌄 Regional Identity
Pocono Township is often seen as the gateway to the high Poconos, balancing tourism, conservation, and community development. Its proximity to major highways (Routes 611, 715, and I-80) makes it a key transit and economic node, while its natural assets preserve the region’s Appalachian character.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals or Transient Dwelling Units as they are referred to as in Pocono Township are not allowed in R-1 and R-2 zoning areas in Pocono Township. Short term rentals are only allowed in C (Commercial) zones and RD (Recreational District) zones. An initial change of use permit under zoning and an annual license is required for a Transient Dwelling Unit Permit (STR) See rules and regulations as well as permit application below.
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Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE POCONO TOWNSHIP BUDGET HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Pocono Township Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing/meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026 at 205 Old Mill Road, Tannersville, PA for the purpose of amending/approving the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and any other business that may come before the Board. Township Office: 570-629-1922 ?2.8.26
KEIPER, CHRISTOPHER AMOS
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2) & (1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)
Age
31
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 7"
Weight
165 lbs
Hair
Brown
ALANAZI, BASSAM M
(1 COUNT) 7512(A) CRIMINAL USE OF COMMUNICATION FACILITY (F3)
(1 COUNT)780-113(A)(30) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER (F)
(1 COUNT)(18) 903 CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY (F)
(1 COUNT) 780-113(A)(16) POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)
(1 COUNT) 780-113(A)(32) POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M)
Age
38
OBAD, ASEEL FAEIZ
(1 COUNT) 7512(A) CRIMINAL USE OF COMMUNICATION FACILITY (F3)
(1 COUNT)780-113(A)(30) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER (F)
(1 COUNT)(18) 903 CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY (F)
(1 COUNT) 780-113(A)(16) POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)
(1 COUNT) 780-113(A)(32) POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M)
Age
24
Race
Mitchell, antoinette Jea
PA 35 780-113(A16) - POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)
PA 35 780-113 A32 - POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
DISORDERLY CONDUCT (S)
Age
21
Race
Black
Gender
Female
Height
5' 4"
Weight
120 lbs
"A recent post about Pocono Township contains misinformation from Maureen Madden that should be clarified.
Pocono Township did not declare itself a “sanctuary city,” and no vote was taken related to immigration enforcement.
First, Pocono Township is a township, not a city.
Second, a “sanctuary city” refers to policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement to protect illegal immigrants from deportation. That is not what was discussed or voted on. And it is not something I support (although I’m sure Madden does).
HENRYVILLE, PA — A 48-year-old man was arrested following a domestic disturbance where children reported their father was threatening to kill their mother.
Galvin Lee Dudley, of Henryville, was taken into custody at approximately 11:33 p.m. on Feb. 3, 2026, after Pocono Township Police Department officers responded to a residence on Fantasy Drive.
Monroe County Control Center dispatched officers after receiving a call in which a child could be heard screaming that their father was trying to kill their mother and that he had a gun.
HIDALGO, NELSON
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2)
DISORDERLY CONDUCT (M3)
HARASSMENT (S).
Age
45
Race
White
Gender
Male
Scott- Exantus, Dejanee M
INDECENT EXPOSURE (M1)
(1 COUNT) CRIMINAL TRESPASS (M2)
(1 COUNT) PUBLIC DRUNKENESS (S)
Age
34
Race
Black
Gender
Female
Height
5' 7"
Weight
150 lbs
Hair
Black
TRAUTZ, FRANK R
(1 COUNT) RETAIL THEFT
(1 COUNT) CONSPIRACY RETAIL THEFT
Age
41
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 7"
Weight
200 lbs
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Blue
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Just because it's cold doesn't mean you can't have fun. Camelback Ski Resort is getting ready for its first-ever Winterfest. A live DJ, family-friendly activities, and, of course, food and drinks will all be there for folks to enjoy at the Thirsty Camel patio, all for free. There will [...]
Pocono Township Police Proudly Welcomes Two New Officers
The Pocono Township Police Department is proud to announce the addition of two new officers. Officer Dustin Rentschler and Officer Daniel Campagna were sworn in at the Board of Commissioners meeting on Monday February 2nd, 2026 by the Honorable Magistrate Kresge.
Dudley, Galvin Lee
(2 COUNTS) ENDANGERING WELFARE OF CHILDREN (F3)
(1 COUNT) TERRORISTIC THREATS (M1)
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2)
(1 COUNT) RECKLESSLY ENDAGERING ANOTHER PERSON (M2)
(1 COUNT) TAMPERING WITH OR FABRICATING PHYSICAL EVIDENCE (M2) & (1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)
Age
48
Race
Black
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Winter sports look exciting on TV, especially with the Olympics right around the corner, but safety matters just as much as speed. Local experts say preparation can make the difference between fun and injury. Skiers and snowboarders carve down the slopes at Camelback, where winter fun also means real [...]
POCONO TOWNSHIP- MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heated exchange at a recent council meeting between a board member and commissioner has bubbled up into a controversy in Pocono Township.
A local business owner and township board member announced he is pulling funding for township events after commissioner Charles Keppler called him a racist during a recent meeting. This came after a Facebook post was made by the board member.
Monday, another commissioner formally asked Keppler to step down.
Custred , Richard A Sr.
PA 75 3802B - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - HIGH RATE (M)
Age
62
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
6' 0"
Weight
170 lbs
Hair
Gray
Eyes
Brown
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A major winter storm that blanketed the region over the weekend dumped more than a foot and a half of snow across the Poconos. That fresh powder caused a big boom for local ski resorts that remained open, with new data showing a large visitation increase this season. Fresh [...]
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VAZQUEZ FLORES, CHRISTIAN DANIEL
(2 COUNTS) INDECENT ASSAULT (M2)
(2 COUNTS) DISORDERLY CONDUCT (M3)
(2 COUNTS) HARASSMENT (S)
Age
32
Race
Hispanic
Gender
Male
Height
5' 7"
Weight
270 lbs
Hair
PIZARRO, KRISTOFER L
(1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- GENERAL IMPAIRMENT(M)
Age
26
Race
Black
Gender
Male
WINTER STORM ALERT
Prepare to Stay Safe and Help Keep Roads Clear
A powerful winter storm is forecasted to hit our area, bringing significant snowfall and potentially hazardous travel conditions. The Pocono Township Police Department urges all residents to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of others.
Wells, Patrick Andrew
TITLE 18 3932 (A) THEFT OF LEASED PROPERTY (F3)
18 3925 A RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY (F3)
18 3929 (A1) RETAIL THEFT (M1)
Age
25
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 10"
Weight