Bridgeville Police Department at full complement after hiring of patrolman

Kellen Stepler
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 3:03 p.m. | Tuesday, July 9, 2024 3:03 p.m.

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Courtesy of Bridgeville Borough

Bridgeville patrolman Tyler Evans shakes hands with Mayor Betty Copeland during a swearing-in ceremony at borough chambers on June 29.

The hiring of a new officer has Bridgeville’s police force at full complement.

Council hired patrolman Tyler Evans in June, and he was sworn-in by Mayor Betty Copeland at the end of June.

His starting salary is $63,059.

Evans previously worked for the Mt. Pleasant, Smith Township, and Monongahela City police departments, said Bridgeville police Chief Chad King.

Evans’ hiring has Bridgeville Police fully staffed with nine full-time officers, including King, two sergeants, and six patrolmen. It eliminates the need for part-time officers.

“We currently do not have part-timers,” King said. “We have employed (part-time officers) in the past, however, that practice has become extremely difficult, as there are so many full-time jobs available and several departments hiring.”