Former West Goshen police officer charged with DUI, strangulation

DUI Former West Goshen police officer charged with DUI, strangulation By 6abc Digital Staff Tuesday, November 10, 2026 11:57PM Former West Goshen police officer charged with DUI, strangulation WPVI WEST GOSHEN TWP., Pa. (WPVI) -- A former West Goshen Township police officer is facing criminal charges following a domestic-related incident in Chester County. Police responded to a home along the 300 block of Saint James Road on Sunday. According to court documents, 57-year-old Michael Meredith has been charged with DUI and strangulation. Investigators said Meredith was a member of the West Goshen Police Department. Authorities allege Meredith assaulted the victim during the incident, including placing his hands around the victim's neck. Following a 911 call, officers arrived and found Meredith inside a vehicle, according to charging documents. Mayor Parker orders review of Philadelphia's foster care system after death of Malayshia Allford 11 minutes ago Former West Goshen police officer charged with DUI, strangulation 3 minutes ago Suspect wanted after Burlington shooting leaves man dead, 2 teens injured 1 hour ago Investigators said officers detected an odor of alcohol during their initial contact with Meredith. "The defendant was lethargic and did have glassy, bloodshot eyes and was observed to be unsteady on his feet," the affidavit states. Action News has reached out to the West Goshen Police Department for comment. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Nov. 20. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2026 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved. Related Topics WEST GOSHEN TOWNSHIP CHESTER COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA DUI POLICE OFFICER 1 killed, several injured after car crashes into cyclist group in North Carolina Man accused in deadly DUI crash now facing murder charges Driver accused of DUI crashes tractor-trailer into at least 12 cars Pedestrian dies after being hit by both a car and tractor-trailer Watch Live ON NOW Mayor orders foster care system review after Malayshia Allford's death 11 minutes ago Suspect wanted after shooting leaves man dead, 2 teens injured 1 hour ago Man out on bail in arson case now charged with drug trafficking 1 hour ago Man accused of touching girl; police say more victims are possible 2 hours ago Bicyclist wanted for striking woman in Philadelphia's Chinatown Video shows suspect wanted for shooting teenager in Holmesburg 42 minutes ago House tables Hegseth impeachment, effectively killing it in current Congress 3 minutes ago Bengals nix agreed-upon trade with Eagles, sources say 5 minutes ago