DUBOIS – A Rockton man accused of making methamphetamine at his residence recently waived his right to a preliminary hearing during centralized court.

Joshua Keith Kaufman, 24, 326 N. Continental Dr., is charged with criminal attempt-manufacture/delivery/possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, manufacture/delivery/possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, criminal attempt-operating a methamphetamine lab, causing a catastrophe, possession of red phosphorus with intent to manufacture a controlled substance, risking a catastrophe and recklessly endangering another person. He remains in the Clearfield County Jail in lieu of $1,000 bail.

The charges stem from an incident Jan. 19 in Union Township when emergency personnel were called to Kaufman’s address to treat someone with chemical burns. Two emergency medical technicians had to be treated for breathing difficulties after arriving on the scene.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, the emergency personnel requested police respond to the scene to investigate a possible meth lab. An emergency medical technician told police when they arrived they found Kaufman in a mobile home at 324 N. Continental Dr., which is the home of his parents.

Kaufman, who had skin burns on his body, told them he was cooking in the shed at the 326 N. Continental Dr. address. When the EMT looked inside the shed, a large haze/cloud came out. He saw soda bottles and red pills on the floor. He asked Kaufman what he was cooking and Kaufman said it was meth. His parents who were at the scene said he cooks all the time, according to the complaint.

When an officer arrived he saw a grey cement block building at 326 N. Continental Dr. The door was open and allegedly in plain view was a can of Coleman fuel, a bottle of lye and two plastic bottles with white and gray-colored residue believed to be “one pot” methamphetamine vessels or acid generators.

A search warrant was obtained for this residence and executed by police and members of the Clandestine Laboratory Response Team.

One plastic bottle appeared to have exploded and was the suspected cause of Kaufman’s burns. Burnt material was scattered all over the room causing scorching to the floor, walls and furniture, according to the police report.

Two suspected acid generators that were partially melted were also found inside the room. Numerous precursor items used for manufacturing meth and related paraphernalia were allegedly found scattered around the living area along with Kaufman’s belongings.

Kaufman was taken by ambulance and then flown to Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh.

When the EMT was questioned again, he explained that when he arrived on the scene Kaufman was sitting in a chair in the mobile home. He said he claimed he had been cleaning with sulfuric acid in his home. His father accompanied the EMT to the Kaufman’s residence behind the mobile home. Kaufman’s father opened the door and a white cloud of smoke came from inside.

There were plastic bottles lying inside on the floor, some pills and burn marks. The EMT said he started to have trouble breathing from the fumes. He then rode in the ambulance to the hospital where he was given oxygen until his carbon dioxide levels came down. The EMT was in the hospital a few hours before being released.

A second EMT who treated Kaufman on the scene told police he noticed Kaufman’s burns were pretty severe and his skin was starting to come off. Later Kaufman allegedly told them he was trying to cook meth inside his residence when it blew up.

There was a strong metallic smell inside the mobile home and a cloudy mist that was something the second EMT had never smelled before, he told police.

When they were getting Kaufman in the ambulance, this EMT became very light headed as if he was going to pass out, he said. He had to receive oxygen and another ambulance was dispatched to take him to hospital for treatment. He also received oxygen at the hospital and was released a few hours later. He stated he had to miss work the next day.

Kaufman is also charged with retail theft and criminal trespass in an unrelated case. He also waived his right to a hearing in that case. His bail for this is $1,000.

DUBOIS – Charges have been filed against a Reynoldsville woman accused of “huffing” in a local shopping plaza.

Hunter Nicole Bell, 20, 253 Main St., Reynoldsville, was charged by Sandy Township police with smell/inhale toxic releasing substances and possession of a solvent for release of toxic vapors/fumes after an incident May 9 in the parking lot near Bon Ton on Commons Drive.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, police were called to the lot because the caller said a woman was huffing something from a bottle inside her vehicle. It was reported that she vomited outside the vehicle before becoming unresponsive.

This witness was able to open the vehicle door and remove the keys from the ignition so the woman could not drive away.

When police arrived on scene, she was responsive but appeared to be under the influence of something. She was identified as Bell. There was vomit outside the vehicle and inside on her clothing and on the seat. She was told to exit the vehicle and was detained.

Under the seat, in plain view was a can of Ultra Duster, which was still cold to the touch; this is consistent with it being recently used, police said.

The officer asked Bell if she was huffing the duster and she denied it at first and then allegedly admitted she was huffing and had a problem. She was transported to the police station and then to Penn Highlands Emergency Room for an evaluation.

Bell’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 10 at District Judge Patrick Ford’s office.

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CLEARFIELD – Lawrence Township police are continuing their investigation into the reported theft of an all-terrain vehicle that occurred at approximately 12:02 a.m. March 19 at Carns Equipment, Clearfield.

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According to the police report, the ATV is a 2016 velocity blue Polaris Razor Turbo (Series/Model: Z16VDE92AV). It is valued at approximately $25,000, police said.

The identification number on the Polaris Razor is 3NSVDE922GF461741, the engine serial number is 0120505210339 and the engine model is 1205052, police said.

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An employee at Carns Equipment reviewed the video surveillance and observed possible suspect(s). Carns Equipment provided images to Lawrence Township police.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact township police at 814-765-1647/1648.

State police at Philipsburg

• On Sunday state police responded to Oakwood Drive, Rush Township, for a Protection from Abuse order violation. Upon arrival it was found that a Philipsburg man had allegedly contacted the victim via text message, which was in violation of a PFA. He was charged for the incident and lodged at the Centre County Correctional Facility.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a mange bear in the Nelson Road area.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft at Crown Crest.
• Police received a report about an alleged retail theft at a business on Daisy Street Extension.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief that occurred while a business vehicle was parked at a local restaurant.
• Police received a report about a traffic complaint while a vehicle overtook a bus on Washington Avenue.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of loitering and prowling on Montgomery Run Road.

DuBois City

• On Monday police received a report about a young juvenile dressed in a Teenage Mutant Ninja costume without adult supervision at the DuBois City Park. Upon arrival police made contact with the juvenile who was with his father. As a result, police found everything to be OK and cleared the scene.
• On Monday police contacted a victim in reference to a report of credit card fraud. The victim told police she was contacted about a credit card being opened in her name. She stated she never opened the credit card account in question. Police are awaiting additional information and are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Monday police were dispatched to a residence in the 700 block of West Long Avenue for a male who had an active bench warrant. Upon arrival police found he wasn’t there any longer and got a physical description of him. Police were able to make contact with the male in the 200 block of South Jared Street, and he was taken into custody. He was then turned over to the Clearfield County Sheriff’s Office and transported to county jail.
• On Monday police were dispatched to a business on Beaver Drive for a report of a motion alarm. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.
• On Tuesday police were dispatched to a business on Beaver Drive for a report of a motion alarm. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.
• On Tuesday police were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at a residence in the 200 block of West DuBois Avenue. Upon arrival police were advised a male in the shelter was being evicted and was causing a problem. Police made contact with the male who was cooperative and left without further incident.
• On Tuesday police were dispatched to a business in the 200 block of West Long Avenue for a report about a theft incident. During the incident, a male had a tab of more than $90 on April 30. He attempted to pay with his credit card, which was declined. He was to return and pay the bill but hasn’t done so, police said. Police are continuing their investigation with charges pending.

Sandy Township

• On Monday a 48-year-old Shaffer Avenue man hit a vehicle in the Save A Lot parking lot and then fled from the area. The man was located at his home and admitted to hitting the vehicle; he also admitted to drinking, police said. He was transported to Penn Highlands for a legal blood draw. Charges are currently pending at this time.
• On Tuesday employees of Reed Brothers alleged that someone took approximately $70 worth of mulch that they had for sale.
• On Tuesday an Overdorf Avenue resident reported seeing a red Mitsubishi travel at a high rate of speed through a yard on Pentz Avenue, which caused damage to the property. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Tuesday a manager of the Snappy’s Convenience Store alleged that a 53-year-old DuBois man had been coming in, harassing employees and acting rude. They reported he will be issued a no trespass notice, and they were concerned about his reaction.
• Two tractor-trailers backed into each other in the Pilot parking lot Tuesday. Minor damage and no injuries were reported as a result, police said.

CLEARFIELD – A Coatsville woman accused of smuggling drugs in to an inmate at the State Correctional Institution at Houtzdale waived her right to a preliminary hearing during centralized court Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.

Amirrah L. McMillan, 23, of Coatsville has been charged with contraband/controlled substance. Bail was set at $25,000 monetary, which she has posted.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on May 6 state police were requested to investigate an incident in which an inmate received suspected marijuana and several small pills at SCI Houtzdale. McMillan allegedly concealed the contraband on her person and provided it to the inmate once she was inside the prison.

When state police spoke to a prison official, he suspected McMillan provided the inmate with the contraband. When she was asked, she admitted to smuggling it in to deliver to the inmate. The prison official told state police he had seized some of the drugs, but he suspected the inmate still had more inside of his body that hadn’t been recovered yet.

State police also interviewed McMillan about the incident. She admitted to picking up a package of drugs from an “associate” to deliver to the inmate. She was unaware of the exact contents but did know it contained drugs, namely marijuana.

McMillan admitted to concealing the package of drugs inside of a body cavity to take them into the prison for the inmate. When she provided the package of contraband to the inmate, he swallowed  it, she told state police.

CLEARFIELD – A Philipsburg man charged after being found in possession of six pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop waived his right to a preliminary hearing during centralized court Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.

Mathew Lyal Rosenbarker, 27, of Philipsburg has been charged with manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver; two counts of intentional possession of a controlled substance; and use/possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail was originally set at $50,000 monetary but was lowered to $5,000 monetary at his hearing.

The charges against Rosenbarker stem from an investigation into his alleged distribution of marijuana in Clearfield and Centre counties. Through the investigation, state police learned he was selling marijuana and also making runs to Pittsburgh for pounds of it for distribution.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on May 14 a state trooper learned that Rosenbarker was making a trip to Pittsburgh. The trooper contacted a K-9 trooper and advised him of the information.

On May 15 the K-9 trooper conducted a traffic stop on Route 970 approximately 200 yards from U.S. Route 322. During the stop, he detected an odor of marijuana upon his approach of the Rosenbarker vehicle.

Upon making contact with Rosenbarker, the K-9 trooper found he was nervous and there were inconsistencies in his “stories.” When questioned about the odor of marijuana, Rosenbarker claimed that he’d smoked earlier but didn’t have anything in his vehicle.

The K-9 trooper proceeded to conduct a probable cause search on the vehicle and deployed his K-9, “Tom.” According to the affidavit, the K-9 alerted to the center console and to a large black bag in the trunk.

Afterward the K-9 trooper conducted a search of the bag and located approximately six pounds of marijuana. Rosenbarker was subsequently taken into custody and to the state police barracks at Clearfield.

Upon closer inspection of the bag’s contents, the K-9 trooper located approximately two ounces of “Crumble,” or a THC-based substance.

During an interview with state police, Rosenbarker admitted it was his marijuana and it was in his vehicle. He went on to say that he had paid $2,500 for a pound.

Rosenbarker admitted that he had paid about $650 for approximately two ounces of “Crumble.” He also admitted to having Vicodin pills in his vehicle for which he didn’t have a prescription.

State police located the pills, checked their imprint and determined them to be acetaminophen and hydrocodone. The pills were seized and logged as evidence.

State police conducted a field test of the suspected marijuana, which returned a positive result.

Clearfield Borough

• Police picked up a capped syringe that was located in a local parking lot. Police were able to properly discard it.
• Police reported that a bad check was passed at a local business. It was returned as the account contained insufficient funds.
• Police reported that a vehicle was struck while it was parked along Daisy Street. The suspect vehicle fled the scene, police said.
• Police responded to an address along East 12^th Street for a 911 hang-up call. Police found that a child had dialed the number while playing with the phone.
• Police were able to assist a motorist who had locked their keys inside a vehicle along Nichols Street.
• Police were called to a church for a door that appeared to be open. Upon arrival police didn’t find any evidence of anyone trespassing inside.
• Police responded to East 10^th Street for a male and female engaged in a verbal dispute. Police responded to the scene and were able to handle the situation.
• Police responded to the park near Woodland Road for a suspicious person. However, the person left prior to police arrival at the scene.
• Police responded to South Second Street for a vehicle that had food thrown at it while it was parked there. Further, the victim was able to follow the suspect vehicle and provide police the necessary information.
• Police responded to Daisy Street for an alleged domestic dispute. Further, a male was arrested for assault as a result and lodged in the Clearfield County Jail.
• Police responded to the hospital to assist staff with calming down a patient who was threatening to leave. Police responded and were able to talk to the patient.
• Police had a cellular phone turned in after it was found along Bridge Street. The owner arrived at the station and was given the phone.
• Police assisted emergency personnel with a male who was threatening harm to himself. He was transported to the hospital for further treatment.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about the alleged theft of medication that occurred at the Economy Inn.
• Police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred on Valley View Drive. During the incident, someone allegedly egged a vehicle and building.
• Police received a request to check the welfare of a male who was riding a bicycle on the Clearfield bypass with a small child in a rear basket. Further, police made contact with the male and found he had several warrants for his arrest. He was transported to county jail by the sheriff’s department.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment.
• Police received a report about a disabled motorist. However, the vehicle was gone upon police arrival.
• Police recovered a lost wallet that was found in Hyde. The owner can claim it by calling police.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle parked on Arrowhead Way. Further, police have received numerous complaints about this vehicle and not much can be done; it was noted that the vehicle is not illegally parked.

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield woman accused of driving while she was intoxicated with a child in her vehicle waived her right to a preliminary hearing during centralized court Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.

Jessica Lynne Ward, 35, of Clearfield has been charged with endangering welfare of children; driving under the influence; and recklessly endangering another person. Bail has been set at $5,000 monetary.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on May 6 Clearfield Borough police were dispatched to South Fourth Street for a report involving Ward, who had just picked up her child at a residence there. Ward was believed to be intoxicated, the caller told police.

Police traveled to Ward’s residence to check for her vehicle. It was not there. While police were traveling south on NW Fourth Avenue, Ward drove by in a vehicle matching the description provided by County Control.

Police were able to turn around and make contact with Ward at her residence. Upon arrival police observed her exiting the driver’s seat of the vehicle.

Ward allegedly had an odor of alcohol emitting from her. She also had bloodshot and glassy eyes, a staggered gait, slurred speech and used the door to her vehicle to balance herself.

Ward was asked if she had been drinking, and she replied no. Police advised they had detected an odor of alcohol, at which point she admitted to drinking two beers earlier, “but it had been a while.”

Police observed a juvenile male in the backseat of Ward’s vehicle, according to the affidavit. Police asked Ward to perform a series of field sobriety tests – a finger dexterity test, one-leg stand and the nine-step walk and turn – which she didn’t perform as instructed to by police.

Ward refused to submit to a chemical blood test. She later told police that she takes medication. When she showed them to police, it was found that they all have warnings advising not to drive after consumption. It was also found that alcohol consumption would affect the medication.

Ward was on probation with a no alcohol clause.  Police contacted probation and Ward was lodged in the county jail.

State police at Clearfield

• State police received a report about an incident of disorderly conduct that occurred Monday at the Moshannon Valley School softball field in Bigler Township. During the incident, a Curwensville woman was allegedly involved in a verbal altercation with the coach while the game was in action. Charges are currently pending through the district court at this time, state police said.

State police at DuBois

• State police received a report about an incident of burglary/theft that occurred Wednesday on Spruce Street in Snyder Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the victim’s residence through an unlocked front door and removed two wallets containing U.S. Currency and a CNB debit card.
• On Monday state police received a report about the theft of services on Evergreen Drive in Huston Township. During the incident, a male arrived and allegedly disposed of garbage into a dumpster owned by the victim without permission. Charges were filed through the district court as a result, state police said.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to Sheetz for a report about an alleged retail theft. Police were able to view the security video and observe the theft of multiple items.
• Police responded to a local business for an alarm and determined it was set off accidentally.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications. Further, the victim told police they knew the actor, and they would not stop their actions.  It was noted by police that the victim only wanted the communication to stop at this time.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment in which a male’s ex-girlfriend would not stop calling him and going to his residence. The female also entered the residence without permission, according to the report. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• Police stopped a vehicle for a minor traffic offense and determined that the passenger had an open alcoholic container in his possession.  The passenger was cited for the incident as a result.
• Police responded to the Clearfield Riverwalk for a report about individuals who were bouncing items off the wall and building.  Police did not observe any damage and spoke with the individuals about their conduct.
• Police responded to East Market Street for an alleged disturbance. Upon arrival police learned that two males had engaged into a physical altercation and one directed threats toward the other. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a suspicious male who was asking for donations in the Hyde area.
• Police received a report about a suspicious male in the area of Interstate 80.
• Police received a report about a psychological emergency in Hyde. Further, the male was transported to the emergency room for an evaluation.
• Police responded to a two-vehicle accident on Route 879. One person was injured and transported to the hospital by emergency personnel, according to police. While at the scene, another accident occurred, police said, but there weren’t any injuries as a result.
• Police responded to a disorder along Industrial Park Road. It was handled at the scene.

Curwensville Borough

• Police arrested a motorist after a traffic stop for allegedly driving under the influence of a controlled substance.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run crash that occurred at an unknown location.
• Police referred an individual to an attorney to handle a civil issue.
• Police assisted a resident on Walnut Street with their vehicle and an issue with security at their house.

State police at Clearfield

• State police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred May 18-19 on Main Street in Coalport Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly damaged the passenger’s side rearview mirror on a 1999 gray Ford Ranger and the driver’s side minor on a 2005 red Jeep Liberty. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• State police received a report about an incident of terroristic threats that occurred May 18 on Susquehanna Avenue in Curwensville Borough. During the incident, a Lebanon, Pa., man allegedly sent life-threatening text messages to the victim. A warrant was issued for the man, and he was picked up on multiple warrants, state police said.
• State police received a report about an incident of burglary that occurred sometime between May 17 and May 19 on Terrace Street in Cooper Township. Upon arrival to the scene, state police learned that someone had allegedly removed three tires from a 1998 gray Plymouth Voyager, as well as forcibly enter and remove various items from the victim’s residence. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police received a report about an incident of criminal trespass that occurred May 19 at a residence along South Eagle Valley Road in Huston Township. During the incident, the victim was inside of her residence and looked towards the window, at which point she allegedly observed a male standing on a ladder looking in. He fled the area and was last seen running towards a wooded area behind the victim’s residence. He was described as being in possibly his early 30’s and wearing dark sunglasses; he was wearing a brown pullover hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• State police received a report about an incident of harassment that occurred May 20 on North Seventh Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, two, known juveniles were allegedly challenging another juvenile to a fight. Then, the victim’s mother yelled and cursed at the juveniles, state police said. Citations were filed through the district court as a result of the incident.

State police at Punxsutawney

• State police received a report about an incident of harassment that occurred Saturday on Valier Drive in Perry Township. During the incident, a female allegedly made unwanted physical contact with the victim. Charges were filed through the district court, state police said.

State police at Ridgway

• State police received a report about an incident of disorderly conduct and public drunkenness that occurred Sunday on Commons Lane in Ridgway Township. Further, a Johnsonburg man allegedly brought a motorcycle into a public building, which caused it to smell of gasoline. He then proceeded to use loud, foul language while being escorted off the property, state police said, adding that he was manifestly under the influence of alcohol. Charges were filed against the man as a result of the incident through the district court.
• State police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred sometime May 9-10 on Hollow Street in Fox Township. During the incident, someone allegedly keyed the victim’s vehicle while it was parked in the driveway. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Ridgway at 814-776-6136.
• State police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred sometime May 16-17 on Portland Mills Road in Ridgway Township. During the incident, someone allegedly damaged a gas valve that belonged to Seneca Resources. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Ridgway at 814-776-6136.

Clearfield Borough

• Police received a report about a vehicle that was left in a business parking lot without permission. The owner of the vehicle was ticketed as a result, police said.
• Police responded to Martin Street for a report about juveniles who were allegedly throwing baseballs at a male while he was attempting to mow his yard.
• Police responded to West Front Street where the American Red Cross was conducting a blood drive for an alleged incident of theft. Upon investigation police found that a female had entered the establishment to donate blood and while leaving, she stole a purse from the building.  The female was later located by police and arrested for the theft.
• Police responded to South Second Street in the area of the St. Francis School for a report of a suspicious male. He was later located at a business.
• Police assisted a motorist who locked her keys inside of her vehicle.
• Police responded to a local business for an alarm and determined that an employee accidentally set it off.
• Police responded to Sheetz for pills that were found on the floor.
• Police received a report about a cat attacking a female on South Second Street.
• Police responded to the Henry Myers Towers for a report of a female who was allegedly causing a disturbance. Police made contact with the female and warned her about her actions.
• Police responded to a single-vehicle accident at the intersection of East Market and Clark streets. There were no injuries as a result; however, the vehicle had to be towed from the scene, police said.
• Police located a male on South Front Street who appeared to be having a psychological problem. Police transported the male to the hospital for treatment.
• Police responded to South Third Street for a verbal disturbance. Further, police spoke with both parties involved in the incident.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident that occurred on Plaza Drive.
• Police received a report about a suspicious male along South Second Street.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a female who was lying in the parking lot. However, police were unable to locate the female upon arrival to the scene.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred at the intersection of River Road and Route 879. However, the vehicle was gone prior to police arrival to the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft and criminal mischief that occurred at a room at a local motel. One person was arrested and another suspect is known to police; charges are currently pending at this time.
• Police received a report about a suspicious male in the Kerr Addition area.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred near Wal-Mart.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle on Plaza Drive.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle/activity on Plaza Drive.
• Police responded to the Lawrence Township Rec Park for an alleged trespassing violation. It resulted in a traffic stop and the operator was found to be driving under the influence, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment that occurred in the area of Edgewood.
• Police received a report about suspicious persons in the area of the Interstate 80 eastbound on-ramp.
• Police received a report about the alleged theft of medications from an Edgewood Apartment.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about a student who was allegedly struck by another one at the Curwensville School. The student will be cited for the incident, police said.
• Police received a report about several grocery items and a blanket that were allegedly stolen from an apartment at the Curwensville Commons.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic disturbance at a Schofield Street residence. It was handled by police at the scene.
• Police received an animal complaint; it was referred to animal control.
• Police responded to an accidental burglary alarm at a State Street business.
• Police identified a Curwensville man who had allegedly committed an incident of retail theft at the Dollar General Store.
• Police received a report about a suspicious person in the area of South Street. Upon arrival police found a couple that was waiting for a relative.
• Police responded to the Curwensville Commons to check the welfare of children. Upon arrival police made contact with the guardian.

Decatur Township

• A juvenile who was on a white mountain bike in Houtzdale was allegedly observed climbing onto the liquor store building. When asked to stop by witnesses, he used profanity toward them. Police checked the area but were unable to locate the juvenile.
• Police responded to a Blackberry Lane address due to an alleged domestic dispute. Upon arrival police learned a female juvenile called due to her grandparents taking away her Facebook account.
• Police responded to a Dinky Road address for a mental health patient. The male was taken to the hospital, police said.
• Police assisted mental health personnel with transporting a patient to the hospital.
• Police responded to the area of Route 322 in Philipsburg for a reckless driving complaint. However, the vehicle was gone upon police arrival in the area.

Sandy Township

• On May 20 a Treasure Lake property owner reported that someone had damaged his lot, by burning in the grass, painting on trees and hanging bird houses. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• A 17-year-old Troutville boy was backing out of a parking space May 20 at the Blinker Sheetz when he hit a vehicle driven by a 79-year-old DuBois woman. Minor damage and no injuries were reported as a result, police said.
• On Saturday Wal-Mart employees allegedly saw two juvenile girls and the 35-year-old mother of one of the girls taking $280.28 worth of merchandise without paying for it. Charges are currently pending at this time police said.
• On Saturday police responded to Duffers Tavern in Treasure Lake for the report about an intoxicated man who was allegedly threatening to get a gun out of his car. Upon arrival the 48-year-old Treasure Lake man was in the parking lot with Treasure Lake Security.  No gun was found in his vehicle, and officers handled the situation without incident.

DuBois City

• On May 20 police were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of Maple Avenue for a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief.  Upon police arrival, the victim showed them where someone had thrown a rock through their garage window.  Police located the rock inside of the garage, and the investigation is continuing at this time.
• On May 20 police investigated a two-vehicle accident that occurred on Liberty Boulevard. Further, the driver of a vehicle attempted to make a left-hand turn into a business on Liberty Boulevard and their vehicle was struck by another travelling in the opposite direction. Both vehicles were towed from the scene, and one driver was transported by ambulance to Penn Highlands Hospital for medical treatment, police said.
• On May 20 police were dispatched to an apartment complex on North Church Street for the report about an alleged incident of harassment.  Upon arrival a male told police he was pushed by a female who stated she wanted her marijuana pipe back.  Police then made contact with the female who related that the male was the aggressor and had pushed her. Summary harassment charges were filed against both parties as a result, police said.
• While on patrol Saturday, police witnessed an intoxicated male on West Long Avenue who was yelling and swearing at several people.  He flipped them off as he was walking away and then allegedly pulled down his pants and exposed his buttocks to them. Police proceeded to make contact with the male who was charged for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct.
• While on patrol Saturday, police witnessed a vehicle fail to stop for a red light at the intersection of Main Street and West Long Avenue.  Police began following the vehicle, which traveled onto Chestnut Street; it failed to stop at its intersection with West Washington Avenue. Police then activated their emergency lights and pulled the vehicle over on West Washington Avenue. While conducting the traffic investigation, police were able to allegedly determine that the male driver was intoxicated.  He was placed under arrest for DUI and other summary traffic violations, which are pending at this time.
• On Saturday police were dispatched to a residence on Olive Avenue for a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief.  The victim told police that sometime overnight someone had broken the fence outside of their residence. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.

DUBOIS – A former star of the show “Breaking Amish” was scheduled for a preliminary hearing Friday during centralized court in Clearfield County.

Chapel Renee Schmucker-Peace, 33, whose address is listed as Glen Campbell, was charged with manufacture/delivery/possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance and criminal conspiracy as part of the “Operation Ice Storm” drug investigation.

Schmucker-Peace participated in the sale of heroin to a confidential informant Jan. 15, according to court documents.

After a preliminary hearing, District Judge Patrick Ford ruled that all charges be sent on to the court of common pleas. She is currently incarcerated in state prison and her bail in this case was set at $10,000.

Schmucker-Peace and her husband, Andrew Schmucker, both were featured on the TLC show, “Breaking Amish: Return to Amish.”

According to the affidavit of probable cause, a confidential informant made contact with a male to see if he/she could purchase heroin. It was arranged that they would meet at the Hoss’s parking lot in DuBois.

When two undercover officers and the informant arrived in the parking lot, they saw the vehicle the male had said he would be traveling in parked there. Schmucker-Peace was allegedly the driver of this vehicle.

The informant went to the vehicle and leaned into the passenger side window to speak with the male. Shortly after this, the informant walked back to the undercover vehicle and got in.

He/she allegedly handed an officer a Tylenol container with nine stamp bags of heroin inside it. Later it was discovered that only seven of the bags contained heroin and two others were open and empty.

A lab confirmed that the substance in the seven bags was heroin, police said.

The “Operation Ice Storm” arrests were the result of a year-long investigation that involved the DuBois City and Sandy Township police departments, the Clearfield County Drug Task Force, the District Attorney and the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.

In March more than 30 people were arrested for their connection with this drug ring that was selling methamphetamine and heroin in the area, according to previously published reports.

Fugitive of the Week: Keith Parlor (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. has announced Clearfield County’s Fugitive of the Week.

Shaw identified the fugitive as Keith Parlor, 24, of Lord Street, DuBois. Parlor is wanted for failure to appear at a preliminary hearing May 20.

On April 18 Officer Scott Johnson of the Sandy Township Police Department filed a criminal complaint against Parlor. He charged Parlor with retail theft, M2; theft by deception, M2; and criminal trespass, M3.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on March 16 Johnson was assigned to investigate the report of a retail theft that occurred at a local business. Upon arrival at the scene, Johnson met with store personnel.

Store personnel provided information and surveillance video from the incident in which Parlor was allegedly observed concealing electronic devices on his person and then removing the items from the business.

Parlor is then observed returning to the store later the same day and allegedly exchanging the stolen items for a gift card. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that Parlor had previously signed a trespass notice due to a prior incident.

A preliminary hearing was held May 20, at which time Parlor failed to appear, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

Parlor is described as a Caucasian male standing 5 feet, 11 inches tall. He has brown hair and hazel eyes.

Anyone with knowledge of Parlor’s location is asked to call Clearfield County Crime Stoppers at 800-376-4700. All calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted by visiting the Clearfield County District Attorney Web site at “www.ClearfieldDA.org” and selecting “Report A Crime.”

DUBOIS – A Brockway woman will stand trial for allegedly possessing a quantity of methamphetamine that she was selling in a local hotel room.

Brittany Nicole Keech, 23, is charged with manufacture/delivery/possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, dealing in proceeds of unlawful activities, and criminal conspiracy.

After a preliminary hearing during centralized court, District Judge Patrick Ford ruled these charges should be sent on to the court of common pleas for further disposition. Keech’s bail was set at $10,000.

She is currently serving a state prison sentence of 10 months to two years for a probation violation on a retail theft charge.

These new charges stem from an incident Dec. 3 in Sandy Township when she was found in a local motel with drugs.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, Sandy Township police were called to the Homewood Suites Hotel to investigate a strong odor of marijuana that was coming from one of the rooms.

When police arrived they were advised that a man who had exited that room was leaving through the side door. The officers made contact with this individual.

While they spoke with him, they could smell marijuana. He confirmed that he had just left the room in question. The officers thought he appeared nervous and was trying to avoid their questions. But when they asked, he consented to a search of his person and his back pack. An officer allegedly found a silver grinder that had a small amount of marijuana in it.

The officers detained him before speaking to the hotel manager regarding the report. They were told a man named “Clark” had rented the room but they thought it was Keech, who was actually in the room. The officers were aware that Keech had active warrants for her arrest.

As the officers walked down the hallway toward the room, they could smell burnt marijuana. It was strongest in front of the room reported as the source of the smell.

They knocked on the door and it was answered by Keech. After she opened the door, she walked away. One of the officers stopped her and advised her to sit on the couch. She stated her boyfriend was in the shower.

An officer knocked on the bathroom door and identified himself. A man, Justin Zeruth, opened the door. On the toilet, allegedly in plain view was a tin container with needles and a powdery substance.

Inside the tin was a small plastic bag with a clear to white crystal substance that later tested positive for methamphetamine, police said. On the sink was a straw and a razor blade. When Zeruth’s pants were searched for weapons, officers found $700.

The officers received permission from both occupants to search the room. They  found two scales, used and unused needles, plastic bags, nine small bags of suspected meth, drug paraphernalia including smoking pipes and an additional $380 in cash, according to the report.

Keech and Zeruth were taken into custody.  Zeruth told officer he and Keech had been selling drugs from the room. He said they would sell a gram of crystal meth for $50 and he had bought two eight balls of meth that they “cut” to sell.

Zeruth, 28, 36 Courson Road, DuBois, was also charged with manufacture/delivery/possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, dealing in proceeds of unlawful activities, and criminal conspiracy. He waived his right to a hearing in April. His bail is $1,000.

Both Keech and Zeruth were part of “Operation Ice Storm” which was a large scale investigation of a drug ring selling methamphetamine and heroin in the area.

More than 30 people were arrested in March as a result of this year long investigation by the DuBois City and Sandy Township police departments, the Clearfield County Drug Task Force, the District Attorney, and the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police received a report about an incident of harassment that occurred Monday in the 100 block of North Second Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly put a note under the victim’s door, telling the victim to stop cursing at them. It remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• State police received a report about an incident of burglary that occurred sometime between Nov. 1, 2015 and May 15 on Farm Lane in Worth Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered a barn and broke into a camper from which they took an extension cord. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Monday state police received a report from Children & Youth Services about an alleged incident of indecent exposure that occurred on North Eighth Street in Philipsburg Borough. Upon further investigation, state police determined the incident actually occurred about two years prior and within the jurisdiction of a local police department in a different county. State police will forward the report to the appropriate police agency.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an IRS phone scam from a township resident.
• Police assisted state parole with apprehending a male at the Old Knight’s Inn.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment. It remains under investigation at this time.
• Police received a traffic complaint in the area of Hall Street and Clarendon Avenue, where students are driving too fast. Police will provide extra patrols in the area.
• Police received a report about a domestic dispute on Servamatio Drive. It was handled without filing criminal charges, police said.
• Police responded to the Glen Richey area for an unruly child.
• Police received a report about an all-terrain vehicle being operated on the roadway in Hyde area.
• Police responded to the hospital in relation to a victim of an alleged assault. It remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to a single-vehicle accident along Route 153. A female driver from Houtzdale was transported to the hospital for an evaluation, police said.
• Police received a noise complaint that occurred in Hyde.

CLEARFIELD – A Reynoldsville man previously accused of not delivering grave markers to his clients is facing additional charges.

Edmund A. Grenier, Jr., 70, an inmate of state prison, is already charged with 30 counts each of deceptive business practice, theft by deception and theft by failure to make required disposition of funds in one case and in two additional cases he is facing one count each of these same charges.

A trial for all three cases was scheduled in February, but it was cancelled. He was scheduled to pick a new jury in June.

During plea and sentencing court on Tuesday, Heather Bozovich, who was appointed to represent Grenier in April, asked Judge Paul E. Cherry to continue the cases, which are now scheduled for a trial in July.

She said she needs more time to review the large amount of evidence in these complex cases. She also mentioned that there are additional charges that have been filed with a preliminary hearing scheduled for June 22.

Cherry told her that if the trial does not happen in July, he will not have a place in his schedule to do it until the first part of 2017. He said Grenier will have to sign a waiver to Rule 600, which assures his right to a speedy trial. It is possible that this new case can be added to the trial for the other cases.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, Grenier charged customers of Crown Crest Cemetery in Lawrence Township for granite bases and bronze plaques and failed to supply them.

In some cases, the victims purchased the items to be placed in storage until they would be needed. None of these items were delivered as expected and Grenier told some of the victims the bases and plaques were in a storage facility in Pittsburgh.

A few of the victims paid for additional information to be added onto standing bronze plaques and this service was not provided either.

Over the past few years, Grenier has been charged several, different times in both Clearfield County for Crown Crest Cemetery and in Jefferson County for Lakelawn Memorial Park for his failure to deliver products to his customers.

In January of 2015, he pleaded guilty in Clearfield County on two, separate cases to felony counts of deceptive business practice, theft by failure to make required disposition of funds and theft by deception.

Prior to that in Aug. 27, 2013, he pleaded guilty to deceptive business practices.

He pleaded guilty to two cases with the same charges in Jefferson County. He is currently serving a probation revocation sentence from Jefferson County of 20 to 40 years in state prison that he was given in September of 2015.

Grenier’s ex-wife, Brenda Grenier is charged with 30 counts each of deceptive or fraudulent business practices, theft by deception, and theft by failure to make required disposition of funds and two counts of theft by unlawful taking in one case and with one count each of deceptive business practices, theft by deception and theft by failure to make required disposition of funds in two other cases.

Brenda Grenier was identified as the secretary and treasurer of Grenier Enterprises Inc. as well as Crown Crest Cemeteries. In June of 2014, she withdrew $7,577.55 from the business account.

She admitted she took the funds because Edmund Grenier had stopped paying her a regular salary from the business. Brenda Grenier has not been associated with the day-to-day operation or maintenance of the business since 2011, according to the criminal complaint.

According to online court records, in July Jefferson County Judge John Foradora ordered that all accounts in the name of Lakelawn Memorial Park or Crown Crest Memorial Park be closed and reopened by attorney Jeffrey M. Gordon. The cemeteries were to be sold to pay the debts of the business.

State police at DuBois

• State police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred sometime Sunday or Monday on Route 153 in the area of Laurel Run Road. During the incident, someone allegedly pushed a mobile stop light into a ditch with an unknown vehicle and then fled the scene.
• State police initiated an investigation into the death of a 45-year-old Penfield man May 20 on Horseshoe Drive in Huston Township. It is currently believed his death was due to natural causes, and the investigation is pending an autopsy, state police said.

Clearfield Borough

• Police were stopped by a resident who reported that someone had broken into his apartment. Police entered the apartment and did not locate anyone inside of it.
• Police responded to Gulich Avenue for a disabled vehicle along the roadway. Police assisted with traffic control until the vehicle could be towed from the scene.
• Police were notified about an alleged assault and determined that it had occurred within another jurisdiction.
• Police were called about a parking complaint along West Fifth Street.
• Police assisted state parole with taking a male into custody along East Eighth Street. The male was transported to a facility by state parole agents.
• Police were called to Fulton Street for a male who may have an active warrant. However, police searched the area with negative contact.
• Police assisted a citizen with unlocking their vehicle along Dorey Street.
• Police responded to an altercation at a residence along East Walnut Street. Further, police found the altercation to be verbal in nature.
• Police were called to the hospital for a mental health patient who was threatening to leave. Police were able to speak to the patient and calm them down.
• Police were called to Lower Witmer Park for a male who was being followed. Police responded and searched the area but were unable to locate the actor.
• Police responded to a trespassing complaint while the owner had requested a male to leave the property. Upon arrival to the scene, police spoke to the male who agreed to leave.
• Police observed a dog running loose in the area of East Market Street. The owner was able to retrieve the dog, police said.
• Police responded to an activated alarm at a local business and determined everything was OK.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged domestic dispute that occurred on Valley View Drive.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft by deception from a township resident.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct that occurred at Sapp Bros.
• Police received a report about an abandoned vehicle on Industrial Park Road.
• Police received a report about a parking complaint along the Clearfield – Woodland Highway.
• Police received a report about an alarm at a business along Daisy Street Extension.
• Police responded to an alarm at a business along U.S. Route 322.
• Police received a report about a psychological emergency on River Road.
• Police received a report about a suspicious male on Byers Street.

DuBois City

• Police responded to the parking lot at 100 N. Main St., for a report about a two-vehicle accident Monday. Upon investigation, police learned that 58-year-old Joseph Agnello of Punxsutawney was pulling out of a parking stall when he struck the vehicle parked next to him. Police also learned that Agnello did not have insurance on his vehicle, and he was cited for the violation.
• Police were dispatched to a business on DuBois Street for an activated burglar alarm Monday. Officers arrived and determined that everything was OK. The business owner also arrived at the scene and confirmed there wasn’t any unlawful access.
• Police were called to the Comfort Inn for a report about a domestic disturbance Tuesday. Upon arrival officers learned that there wasn’t a domestic disturbance; however, a female from Texas was having a medical issue and requested assistance. Ambulance personal transported the female to Penn Highlands for treatment, police said.
• Police responded to a Daly street address about an alleged burglary that had occurred sometime overnight Tuesday. The resident told police that someone had broken into his tool shed and removed between $3,000 and $3,500 worth of tools.  The items stolen included a table saw, band saw and drill press, several battery-operated drills, a miter saw and numerous hand tools, he stated.  Officers located several smaller tools adjacent to a residence on Spring Avenue. Police said that the investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact police.
• On Tuesday police were dispatched to Penn Highlands’ intensive care unit for a report about an unruly patient who was allegedly assaulting staff. Officers arrived to find that the male had been restrained with open hand techniques.  One staff member was treated at the emergency room and released, police said.  Criminal charges will be filed against the patient as a result of the incident.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft from a resident of Gateway Towers on East Long Avenue on Tuesday.  The female told police that her newspaper has been missing on several occasions. On this occasion, she stated that the security cameras recorded a home health nurse taking the newspaper from in front of her door. Officers interviewed the nurse, at which point she denied having stolen the paper. Criminal charges will be filed against her as a result of the incident, police said.

CLEARFIELD – A former area fire chief pleaded guilty Tuesday for his involvement with a brush fire.

Christopher G. Leone, 24, 325 Maramar Rd., 1398 Treasure Lake, DuBois pleaded guilty to criminal mischief, official oppression and a summary count of dangerous burning.

Judge Paul E. Cherry sentenced him to three years probation and fined him $525 plus costs. He must also complete 100 hours of community service.

The charges stem from a fire on April 15, 2015 in a wooded area at the intersection of Harborview and Jolly Roger roads in Treasure Lake. Leone is the former fire chief of the Treasure Lake Fire Volunteer Co.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, Leone’s co-defendant, Aaron Kulbacki, a volunteer with the same fire department, confessed to starting the fire. He told police that there was general conversation within the fire department about causing small fires to generate alarm volumes.

While he was in a vehicle with Leone on April 15, 2015, heading to training program in Tionesta, Leone started talking about setting fires. Kulbacki said Leone asked him to set a brush fire with a flare. Kulbacki told police on the way back from the training Leone brought up the subject again.

Leone was at the fire station when Kulbacki took a flare and threw it over an embankment. He told police he then went home and waited. It was about 15 minutes before someone reported the fire. After the fire was put out, Kulbacki said Leone laughed and told him he would not get caught.

In July Leone was questioned by police. He said he did not set any fires and suggested the fire was probably started by kids messing around with a rust-oleum can. He later admitted he was joking with Kulbacki about setting fires when they were on their way back from the training program in Tionesta.

Kulbacki, 23, 1500 Treasure Lake, pleaded guilty to a summary dangerous burning charge in July.

According to previously published report, a statement was issued in July from Dana E. Smith, president of the Sandy Township Fire Department, Jonathan W. Uren, Treasure Lake Fire Co. chief and John P. Hallowell, chief of the Sandy Township Fire Department.

It said “The leadership of the Treasure Lake Volunteer Fire Co. took immediate action and the two individuals were suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. It is our understanding that one of the two individuals has already tendered his resignation.

“Although scenarios such as these are always an embarrassment to a fire department and often create highly emotional responses within a community, I want to assure the citizens of Sandy Township that their fire department is strong and that we remain united in our commitment to provide the highest level of fire and rescue protection to the citizens, visitors and mutual aid communities served by the dedicated men and women of the Sandy Township Volunteer Fire Department.”

The Sandy Township Board of Supervisors and Township Manager, Dave Monella, also issued a statement pledging their full support. They said, “We want all the residents of our township and surrounding areas to know that the alleged actions of a few do not and should not be a reflection on the dedicated volunteers who serve our communities.”

CLEARFIELD – A Curwensville wrestling standout accused in a school assault waived all charges to court Wednesday at his preliminary hearing at the Clearfield County Jail.

Shae John Bloom, 18, of Curwensville has been charged with four counts of disorderly conduct and two counts of harassment. His bail was modified from $10,000 unsecured to $25,000 unsecured at the hearing.

The charges against Bloom stem from an incident Jan. 27 during which he allegedly assaulted another male student at the Curwensville Area High School.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on the date in question, Chief David Johnston of the Curwensville Borough police was dispatched to a report about an assault at the school.

Johnston observed surveillance footage and school staff identified Bloom walking in the hallway towards the wrestling room. As he approached its entrance, the victim was exiting the wrestling room.

Bloom proceeded to allegedly grab the victim and throw him towards the wall near the building exit, knocking him down. While the victim went to exit the building, Bloom continued to engage in physical contact.

Both students were then outside, where there aren’t any security cameras. The victim told school officials that Bloom continued to strike him repeatedly and kicked him.

The victim was able to get away from Bloom. He walked around the rear area of the building and re-entered the school through the doors at the student parking area.

He went into the locker room to weigh himself. Bloom then came in and shut the door. He proceeded to grab the victim and throw him off the scale. He also hit and kicked him, according to the affidavit.

Witnesses entered the locker room and attempted to pull Bloom off the victim. One witness stood between them, but Bloom was still able to strike the victim about his body a few more times.

Bloom then allegedly grabbed the victim by his throat, but the witness stopped him. Another witness entered the locker room when Bloom allegedly threw the victim over a bench; the victim’s head hit the lockers.

Bloom walked out of the locker room but returned striking the paper towel dispenser. A witness checked on the victim but then went after Bloom to try to calm him down.

On Jan. 28 Johnston went to the school and met with the victim and his mother. He also met with the school principal and Bloom.

The victim stated that during the incident, he was in fear of being hurt. If not for the other students being in the team room, he stated that Bloom would have severely hurt him.

After wrestling practice the day after the incident, the victim was at his vehicle and going to leave when Bloom approached him. The victim told Bloom he didn’t want to talk to him.

Bloom told the victim that he needed to “show him some respect,” and the victim replied that he hadn’t been shown any the day before. Bloom then allegedly stated to the victim that “you’re OK for now, but I’ll get you.”

Bloom reported to the school principal Jan. 28 that he and the victim had engaged in an argument in the wrestling room, and it had resulted in them pushing each other.

Bloom continued on, stating that they had gone outside but then continued to argue in the team room. “Everything eventually cooled down,” he told the principal.

In the affidavit, Johnston stated that Bloom had lied while relating his version of the incident to the principal based upon surveillance showing him assault the victim.

Aaron Michael Keith (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – An Irvona man accused of having child pornography was sentenced to state prison during plea and sentencing court in Clearfield County.

Aaron Michael Keith, 30, an inmate of the jail, pleaded guilty to 11 felony counts of sexual abuse of children and a felony count of criminal use of communication facility before Judge Paul E. Cherry.

Cherry sentenced him to 12 months to four years in state prison. He was also ordered to complete the Project Point of Light Program and submit to DNA testing at a cost of $250.

It was noted that Keith was evaluated to see if he should be classified as a sexually violent predator. It was determined he did not meet that criteria, but he will still have to register his address with law enforcement under Megan’s Law.

Prior to sentencing, his attorney, Chris Pentz, asked for a county sentence because Keith cooperated with authorities and has already served four months in jail.

When Keith addressed the court, he said he takes full responsibility for his actions.

“I deeply regret the stress this has put on my family and community,” he said.

The charges stem from an incident at Keith’s home Oct. 23. According to the affidavit of probable cause, agents of the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Child Predator Section was conducting a routine online investigation of pornography through multiple file sharing networks.

They traced a file to Keith’s internet connection at his home. Investigators were able to download one video file from this source.

In December agents executed a search warrant on Keith’s residence. They found additional video files of young girls on the hard drives at the home.

When Keith spoke to investigators, he said he knew why they were there and he cooperated with the agents.

State police at Clearfield

• State police received a report about an incident of access device fraud Wednesday on White Street in Irvona Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly transferred money to a bank account in Slovenia. It was transferred from a card with child support payments on it. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.

State police at DuBois

• State police received a report about an incident of burglary that occurred sometime between Jan. 1 and April 19 on Preston Way in Falls Creek Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly entered a vacant trucking terminal and turned on the water valve, which flooded the building. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police responded to a report of a crash May 22 on the Tyrone Pike in Rush Township. Upon arrival state police determined a Tyrone man had allegedly been driving under the influence of alcohol, and he was subsequently taken into custody. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police received a report from Children & Youth Services about an alleged incident of assault/harassment that occurred April 25-29 at a Port Matilda residence. The victim told a mandated reporter that her brother had been physically assaulting her at their residence. She also stated that he choked her after an argument during the aforementioned timeframe. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police received a report about an incident of simple assault that occurred May 22 on Black Moshannon Road in Rush Township. During the incident, a Philipsburg man allegedly assaulted his sister. He was subsequently lodged in the Centre County Prison in lieu of $5,000 bail.

State police at Punxsutawney

• State police received a report about an incident of harassment that occurred Tuesday on Third Street Extension in Burnside Borough. However, the victim declined prosecution, state police said.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to the 300 block of Daisy Street for a report of a bear in the area. However, police were unable to locate the bear.
• Police were advised of a vehicle that struck a sign and left the area. Police responded and could not find any damage to the sign or the vehicle.
• Police were called to CVS Pharmacy for an incident of retail theft. During the incident, a known male allegedly entered the store and removed items without paying for them.  Charges are pending on the male, police said.
• Police assisted emergency personnel with a juvenile who was feeling ill along Nichols Street.
• Police returned a phone to the owner after it was located along East Market Street.
• Police responded to a 911 hang-up call along South Second Street. However, police could not locate the source of the call.
• Police were notified of an alleged incident of harassment occurring along North Fifth Street.
• Police responded to an activated alarm and found everything to be OK.
• Police assisted a motorist along South Second Street who had locked their keys inside of their vehicle.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a child who was allegedly left unattended in a parking lot of a local business. The vehicle was gone upon police arrival to the scene; however, the incident remains under investigation at this time.
• Police received a report about suspicious people in the Martin Street Extension area. However, they were gone upon police arrival to the scene.
• Police received information regarding a hit-and-run accident that occurred in the Daisy Street Extension area.
• Police received a report about a dog that was left unattended in a vehicle at Wal-Mart. However, the vehicle left prior to police arrival to the scene.
• Police received a report about a dog that was loose in the Kerr Addition area. Police located the owner of the dog.
• Police received information about a traffic accident that was not reported to police.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment.
• Police received a report about a runaway juvenile. However, it was found that the juvenile was missing from a different jurisdiction. Police turned the incident over to the appropriate department.
• Police responded to a report about a suspicious vehicle at a local establishment.

Curwensville Borough

• Police responded to a residential burglar alarm at a South Side residence. It was an accidental alarm, police said.
• Police received a report about unauthorized people who are putting garbage in a dumpster located at Walnut and South streets. Any violators will be cited for theft, police said.
• Police received a report about alleged drug violations.
• Police received a report about a civil matter.
• Police handled a confrontation between two females at a Beech Street apartment.
• Police received a report about a missing juvenile who was later located.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications. Police have identified the person who made the phone calls and sent text-messages.
• Police received a report about a traffic violation that occurred on Park Avenue Extension and Beech Street. Further, the operator of a dark red or maroon Chevrolet Cavalier was traveling at high speeds and in a careless manner. However, they fled the area prior to police arrival.