LANCASTER, PA – George Ditzler III, wanted in Oregon for Criminal Attempt-Homicide, was apprehended in Lancaster City on Friday.
The Susquehanna Regional Police Department, in collaboration with Washington County, OR authorities, led to his arrest.
Lancaster City Bureau of Police Platoon C and Detectives successfully located Ditzler at a family residence on the 400 block of W. Vine St.
After a 25-minute phone negotiation led by Det. Sgt. Ginder, Ditzler surrendered peacefully. He was then transported to the Lancaster City Bureau of Police station. A criminal complaint for Arrest Prior to Requisition (Fugitive From Justice) will be filed against Ditzler, pending extradition to Oregon.
The Susquehanna Regional Police Department highlights the importance of strategic negotiation in law enforcement operations.