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Charles H. Null arrested after hiding behind Kendig Square Mall, allegedly flees from officers

West Lampeter police say a man with an outstanding bench warrant hid in a drainage channel behind Kendig Square Mall and tried to flee before being caught.

Published Sep 3, 2026, 8:29 PM EDT | Northampton Crimewatch

Charles H. Null, 60, of Lancaster, is accused of flight to avoid apprehension and evading arrest on foot after West Lampeter officers on proactive patrol saw him Sept. 2 at about 11:18 p.m. Police say Null, who had an outstanding bench warrant, briefly hid in a water drainage channel behind Kendig Square Mall before attempting to run when located; he was quickly apprehended and arraigned before MDJ Benner. He was unable to post bail, was remanded to Lancaster County Prison with bail set at $20,000, and is awaiting a preliminary hearing; he is presumed innocent until proven guilty.