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Hit-and-run near McCaffrey’s leads to DUI arrest in Newtown Township

A hit-and-run near McCaffrey’s in Newtown Township on Aug. 31 ended with the driver arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence; charges await blood test results.

Published Sep 4, 2026, 11:17 AM EDT | Northampton Crimewatch

On Aug. 31, 2026, at about 4:45 PM Newtown Township Police responded to a hit-and-run in the area of McCaffrey’s. Officers located the striking vehicle nearby, detected the odor of alcohol on the driver and arrested them on suspicion of driving under the influence; formal charges are pending blood evidence results. This incident is a highlighted report and does not represent the full set of weekly police reports.