Officer Joseph Thompson sworn in to full-time position

City Council discusses initiatives for ‘make or break year’ By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times Police Chief Jack Laufer (left) stands with Ofc. Joseph Thompson (right) after Thompson’s swearing in ceremony. COATESVILLE – Officer Joseph Thompson was sworn in to a full-time position at Monday night’s City Council meeting. Previously a part-time officer, Thompson has a combined...

Efforts to elude police reportedly ramp up charges

Burglary added to man’s complaint after he allegedly flees into random home After Coatesville Police Officer Joseph Thompson attempted to stop a vehicle on Walnut Street near Pennsylvania Avenue on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 2:30 pm., the driver accelerated, ran a stop sign at Walnut and Pennsylvania Avenue, pulled over, exited the vehicle, and prompted a foot pursuit, police said. The driver, identified...