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Hanover man arrested on charges of luring a child and interference with custody

Dennis John Hockensmith Jr., 67, was arrested after an investigation on the 200 block of High Street and charged with luring a child and interfering with custody; he was arraigned and committed to York County Prison on $75,000 bail.

Published Oct 15, 2026, 5:18 PM EDT | Northampton Crimewatch

Dennis John Hockensmith Jr., 67, was arrested following an investigation in the 200 block of High Street and charged with Luring a Child into a Motor Vehicle or Structure (felony) and Interference with the Custody of Children (felony). He was arraigned by Magistrate Gessner and committed to York County Prison in lieu of $75,000.00 bail. Hockensmith is described as a 67-year-old white male, 5'6", 180 lbs, with green eyes and gray hair.