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DUBOIS – A man who described himself as homeless has been charged with starting two dumpster fires in DuBois.

James Guy Ehrenfried, 22, was charged Thursday by DuBois City police with three felony counts of arson-reckless burning, two felony counts of risking a catastrophe, two misdemeanor counts of criminal mischief and disorderly conduct. He is lodged in the Clearfield County Jail in lieu of $20,000.

The charges stem for incidents Jan. 14 in the area of 100 N. Main St.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, when police responded at 10:20 p.m. they could see fire coming out of the top of a dumpster near the old Bamboo Garden and another dumpster behind Palumbo’s Meat Market. The fire chief advised the officers that both fires were intentionally set.

The dumpster near the Bamboo Garden was sitting underneath an overhang that came off the side of the building and was covering a refrigerator unit. The fire company was able to put this fire out without any damage to the building or structure near it.

The dumpster near Palumbo’s was near two parked vehicles that belonged to Palumbo. The fire company was also able to extinguish this fire before it spread. Both dumpsters suffered damage estimated to be $1,650, according to the complaint.

When an officer was able to view surveillance video from neighboring businesses, he saw a Caucasian male walk up to one of the vehicles parked near Palumbo’s. This male tried to open the driver’s side door, but was unable to do it. He then walked around the back of the vehicle toward Giant Eagle.

Later the male came back from the area of Giant Eagle. He stood behind the dumpster, reached in and then walked away. A few minutes later, both dumpsters were on fire. This male had bandaged hands.

On Jan. 18 police were dealing with Ehrenfried at City Park. It was noted that Ehrenfried resembled the man in the dumpster videos and even had one bandaged hand. He was placed under arrest for a violation at the park and taken to the police station.

When he was questioned by police, Ehrenfried said he was drinking beer the night of the fires and explained he does “goofy things” when he drinks. He said he was walking around because he is homeless.

He stated he walked through the alley from West Long Avenue toward Giant Eagle, which is between Palumbo’s and Mike’s Locksmith. When he got to Giant Eagle he realized he forgot his mother’s card that he was going to use, so he walked back.

As he went by the old Bamboo Garden, he walked to the dumpster, looked in it, pulled out his lighter and lit some cardboard on fire, he told police. He explained he didn’t think it would start a fire because he was just using a lighter. He mentioned the cardboard started to smoke as he walked away.

He then walked to the dumpster near Palumbo’s where he said he used his lighter again to light a plastic garbage bag on fire. He stated he thought it would just go out.

As he was walking away, he looked back to see both dumpsters were on fire and ran from the scene, he said. He commented to police that he didn’t expect the fire “to be that big.”

When police spoke with Ehrenfried’s mother, she stated that he told her during the early morning hours of Jan. 15 that he was the person who set the dumpster fires.

Ehrenfried’s preliminary hearing is set for Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. during centralized court in District Judge Pat Ford’s office.

State police at Clearfield

• State police received a report about a theft that occurred sometime Thursday or Friday at a Drane Highway residence in Decatur Township. During the incident, someone arrived at the victim’s residence and allegedly removed the registration plate from the back of his vehicle. 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 criminal mischief that occurred Friday on property across from the Madera Volunteer Fire Department. During the incident, a known 17-year-old Irvona boy drove a vehicle across a grass field and allegedly caused damage. Charges will be filed against the boy as a result.
• State police responded to a collision that occurred Saturday at the intersection of the Shawville Highway and Doe Hill Road in Bradford Township. According to the report, a vehicle operated by Joseph P. Anderson, 70, of Clearfield was traveling south when he failed to stop at a red light. At the time, Robert W. Gallher, 55, of Clearfield was turning right onto the Shawville Highway from the Wal-Mart Distribution Center exit. Gallher had the green light but was struck by the Anderson vehicle. All occupants of the vehicles were wearing their seatbelts. Gallher and Anderson’s passenger were taken to the Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital for medical treatment. State police were assisted at the scene by towing services, Clearfield Emergency Medical Services and the Bigler-Jackson-Woodland Fire Department. Anderson was cited for the accident.
• State police received a report about a theft that occurred Jan. 15 on Deer Creek Road in Morris Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed two checkbooks containing approximately 20 checks from the victim’s residence. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred Thursday at Key Largo’s Restaurant in Morris Township. During the incident, someone allegedly damaged the door jams to the front and back doors. Damage is estimated at $50, according to the report. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.

State police at DuBois

• State police received a report about an incident of access device fraud/theft that occurred Jan. 15 in Falls Creek Borough. The victim told state police that her bank account had been compromised, and multiple withdrawals had been made from it. State police are continuing the investigation at this time.
• State police reported an incident of underage drinking that occurred Saturday on Cemetery Hill Road in Snyder Township. According to state police, two Reynoldsville teens were involved in a traffic stop and upon investigation they were detained for underage drinking. They were later released to their parents, and charges were filed through the district court.
• State police reported an incident of DUI that occurred Saturday on Cemetery Hill Road in Snyder Township. According to state police, a vehicle operated by a teen was stopped for a traffic violation. Upon investigation she was taken into custody for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. Charges are currently pending blood test results.
• State police reported an incident of DUI that occurred Sunday on Interstate 80 in Pine Creek Township. According to the report, troopers were alerted about a vehicle traveling in the wrong direction on I-80. The first report was at mile-marker 101; several more passing motorists also called in while troopers were attempting to intercept the wrong-way driver. State troopers from Punxsutawney stopped the vehicle at mile-marker 83. Upon investigation a Grampian teen was taken into custody for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. Charges will be filed through the district court pending blood test results.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police received a report about an incident of identity theft that occurred Jan. 12 on Casanova Road in Rush Township. During the incident, someone allegedly used identifying information of the victim to withdraw money from a bank in New York. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.

State police at Punxsutawney

• State police responded to an incident of harassment that occurred Friday at a residence along Route 322 in Pine Creek Township. According to the report, it was reported as a possible domestic situation involving a 73-year-old Brookville man and the victim. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police reported an Act 64 drug violation that occurred Friday on Sheep Farm Road in Rose Township. During the incident, a 22-year-old male was allegedly found with marijuana and paraphernalia. Charges were filed through the district court.
• State police received a report about an incident of burglary that occurred between Jan. 15 and Jan. 18 on Sheep Farm Road in Rose Township. According to state police, the victim reported that his Mossberg 500 12-guage shotgun with a Mossy Oak camo finish was missing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

State police at Ridgway

• On Friday state police received a report about a lost/missing firearm on Station Road in Benezette Township. A Benezette woman told troopers the last time she had possession of her pistol was while hiking in the area of Trout Run. 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 retail theft that occurred Friday at Wal-Mart in Fox Township. During the incident, a Weedville teen allegedly attempted to remove multiple items without paying. She was cited through the district court.
• State police received a report about an incident of identity theft that occurred Jan. 17 at the Verizon Wireless store in Brookville. During the incident, someone allegedly used the victim’s information to purchase four cellular devices without her knowledge. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police received a report about an incident of theft/criminal mischief that occurred Thursday on Winslow Hill Road and Bear Drive in Benezette Township. During the incident, someone allegedly vandalized a sign on the victim’s property. The victim told troopers that a lot marker was also missing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Ridgway at 814-776-6136.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a report of an alarm at a business on Power Avenue. Upon arrival police determined that it was set off by accident.
• Police received a report of a vehicle accident. According to police, one driver became upset and illegally passed another vehicle, which caused a minor accident.  Police said the driver then fled the area.
• Police received a report about an alleged violation of a Protection from Abuse order.  Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• Police received a report about a stolen license plate from a vehicle that was parked to the rear of an address on South Second Street.
• Police received a report about a borough code violation, which was turned over to code enforcement.
• Police assisted emergency personnel with a patient who was located in a parking lot on Arnold Avenue. 
• Police received a report about a missing juvenile who later returned home.
• Police received a report about someone allegedly putting nails in the victim’s driveway.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an incident of trespassing in the area of Montgomery Run Road. However, police were cancelled and advised it was a pond and drainage inspector.
• Police received a report about a phone scam in the area of Legion Road.
• Police assisted with a psychological emergency at Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
• Police received a report about a civil custody issue in the area of Good Street.
• Police received a report about a traffic complaint when a vehicle didn’t stop for a school bus.
• Police received a report about a disabled vehicle in the area of Plaza Drive.
• Police received a report about a motor vehicle accident in the area of Park Avenue Extension. No injuries were reported as a result, and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police received a report about a person who knocked on the caller’s door and then left. Upon arrival police checked the area but didn’t locate anyone.
• Police served a PFA in the area of Powell Avenue.
• Police received a report involving a parking complaint and hazardous roadway conditions in Glen Richey. Police spoke with the actor and told him to address the issues.
• Police responded to a motor vehicle accident on Cresswood Drive. Upon investigation it was found the driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol. Charges are currently pending blood test results.
• Police received a report about alleged “neglect of care” in the area of Leonard Street.
• Police received an animal complaint in the area of Good Street.
• Police received a report about a lost dog in the area of Spring Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft that occurred at Wal-Mart. A male was stopped by the store’s asset protection personnel and held until police arrival. Charges are to be filed against him for the incident, police said.
• Police assisted another agency in searching for a missing juvenile.
• Police received a report about an erratic driver who was entering Clearfield from the interstate. When the driver was located by police, they were not impaired.
• Police received a report about a suspicious male at the McDonald’s along Old Town Road. He was identified and asked to leave the restaurant.
• Police responded to a vehicle accident along River Road. According to police, one male was transported to the hospital, and the vehicle was towed from the scene. Police said alcohol appears to be a factor in the accident.
• Police responded to a report of a psychological emergency on Leonard Street.
• State police were assisted with a warrant service in the area of Good Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief that occurred in the area of Poplar Avenue. During the incident, someone allegedly smeared chocolate, ketchup and mustard on several vehicles. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact township police.
• Police received a report about an incident of harassment that occurred at the Economy Inn. During the incident, a known person allegedly struck the victim in the face.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief at Lawrence Park Village.
• Police received a report about an accident after a driver lost control of their vehicle and struck a house in the area of Lawhead Street. According to police, the driver and passenger weren’t injured and able to leave in their vehicle. Citations are to be filed as a result of the accident.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about a stolen vehicle. It has been recovered, according to police, and the investigation is ongoing at this time.
• Police received a report about a minor vehicle accident.
• Police received a report about a known adult who was allegedly providing alcohol to minors.
• Police handled a child custody dispute.

Fugitive of the Week: Dana Maines (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. has announced Clearfield County’s Fugitive of the Week. He has identified the fugitive as Dana Maines, 22, of Main Street, Big Run.

Maines is wanted for her failure to appear at criminal call Jan. 12, at which time a warrant was issued for her arrest.

On Aug. 4, 2016, Officer Derrick Welsh of the Sandy Township Police Department filed a criminal complaint, charging Maines with access device fraud, M1, two counts, and theft by unlawful taking, M2, two counts.           

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on July 3, 2016, Welsh met with a female regarding a theft. She stated that while attending a party, she noticed her debit card was missing from her wallet.

Additionally, she told Welsh that since the card had gone missing, she noticed two separate fraudulent ATM withdrawals.

During his investigation, Welsh was able to obtain video from a local bank. Maines was allegedly observed making the two fraudulent withdrawals.

A preliminary hearing was held Sept. 9, 2016, at which time all charges were held to court. On Jan. 12 Maines failed to appear at criminal call, and a warrant was issued for her arrest.

Maines is described as a Caucasian female who stands 5 feet, 3 inches tall. She has blonde hair and brown eyes.                                     

Anyone with knowledge of Maines’ 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.”

State police at DuBois

• State police received a report about a crash that occurred Friday on Sportsman Dam Road, east of Reynlow Road. According to state police, William J. Bowlby Jr. of Reynoldsville was making a turn on the curved roadway of Sportsman Dam Road. His vehicle, however, slid on ice, hitting an embankment; it then fell into a ditch and hit a tree stump. The Bowlby vehicle sustained moderate damage to its 12 o’clock position. Bowlby had two lacerations in his chin area and was taken to the DuBois Penn Highlands Hospital for treatment. His vehicle was towed from the scene.
• State police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred sometime between Jan. 16 and Jan. 19 along Motten Road in Washington Township. A man told a trooper that there had been damage to a gate on his property. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police reported a DUI/drug violation that occurred Jan. 18 on Route 255/Hungry Hollow Road in Sandy Township. A 25-year-old DuBois man was allegedly operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs. He was also found to be in possession of a controlled substance and paraphernalia, state police said.
• On Jan. 15 state police reported the investigation into the death of a 20-year-old Rockton woman. No further information was provided in the report. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police received a report about an incident of terroristic threats that occurred Saturday on Womer Road in Rush Township. Upon arrival troopers found a Philipsburg man had allegedly assaulted and threatened the victim. He was charged with terroristic threats, simple assault and related charges through the district court.

State police at Punxsutawney

• On Sunday state police received a report about an incident of harassment after a 22-year-old Meadville man allegedly sent the victim threatening messages.

Lawrence Township

• Police responded to an activated alarm at the Clearfield County Assistance Office.
• Police received reports about phone scams in the area of Lynwood Court.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred in the area of the Clearfield-Curwensville Highway.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft that occurred at Wal-Mart. As a result, police will cite two females for the incident.
• Police responded to a single-vehicle accident on the Krebs Highway. According to the report, a vehicle slid off the roadway due to conditions. No injuries were reported, police said.
• Police responded to a single-vehicle accident on River Road. No injuries were reported, and towing services assisted at the scene, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of trespass that occurred on 21^st It remains under investigation at this time.
• Police received a report about an alarm in the Industrial Park. However, it was set off by an employee.

Sandy Township

• On Friday a 24-year-old DuBois man was taken into custody after causing a disturbance at Isabella’s. He allegedly had been drinking and had to be physically removed after he refused to leave.  Charges are currently pending at this time, police said.
• On Saturday a 59-year-old Treasure Lake man alleged that his 27-year-old son had physically assaulted him and then fled the residence. Upon arrival police found the man with severe injuries to his face.  Charges have been filed and a warrant issued for his son’s arrest. 
• Police received a report about a false alarm at the VA Clinic on Saturday.
• On Sunday an 88-year-old Reed Street woman reported that someone was knocking on her doors. Police searched the area but could not find anyone.
• On Sunday police received a report about four suspicious males sitting in an orange vehicle with bandanas on their faces. However, the vehicle was gone upon police arrival.
• On Sunday a 46-year-old Murtland Avenue man reported that a group of kids were knocking on and had damaged his door. However, the kids were gone upon police arrival to the area.
• Police received a report about a false alarm at CNB Bank on Sunday.

DuBois City

• On Friday police were dispatched to a hit-and-run accident that occurred on Hoover Avenue.  According to the report, damage occurred to the right, front bumper, hood and fender of a CRV.  Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Friday police were dispatched to a report of harassment by communication. Officers contacted both parties and advised them to not have any further contact with each other.
• On Friday police were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in the area of South Brady Street and Shaffer Avenue.  Upon arrival police exchanged all owner and vehicle information for both parties.  There were no injuries reported as a result, police said.
• On Saturday police met with a male who alleged having fraudulent utility accounts opened in his name by an old roommate.  Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Saturday police received a complaint regarding all-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes being driven in the area of Tozier Avenue and South Church Street.
• On Saturday police were dispatched to the area of East Weber Avenue for a report about juveniles shooting BB guns.  Police checked the area and found the juveniles had adult supervision with the BB guns.  
• On Saturday police were requested to call an individual regarding kids knocking on his door on a daily basis and then running away.  Police advised they will provide extra patrols in the area.
• Police issued multiple traffic warnings.

Joseph J. Komisar (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – An Osceola Mills man will be spending time in state prison for threatening state troopers with a chainsaw.

Joseph James Komisar, 53, pleaded guilty Monday during colloquy court to two counts each of terroristic threats and simple assault in one case and two counts each of terroristic threats, simple assault and recklessly endangering another person and related charges in the original case that led to police responding to the Osceola Mills residence. 

Judge Paul Cherry sentenced him to a total of nine months to four years in state prison.

According to the affidavits of probable cause, a woman called police Nov. 20 because Komisar would not leave her Osceola Mills residence. She told troopers that when she asked him to leave, he shoved her. After he went outside, he threatened her as he pounded on the windows and doors. He left and when he returned he had a chainsaw.

He entered the home by pushing in a window and yelled at the victim and a friend while the chainsaw was running. During this time, he threatened to kill everyone in the house. Both victims left the home and went to a neighbor’s house where they called state police.

After state police arrived on the scene, they told Komisar to leave. Instead of following their commands, he switched on the chainsaw, saying he would kill the two state troopers. He damaged a portion of the glass in the door and a blind with the chainsaw. Additional state troopers were requested.

Komisar yelled at the state troopers from an upstairs window while continuing to run the chainsaw that damaged the window blinds and cut several holes in the walls of the bedroom, according to the complaint.

They were unable to engage Komisar in conversation. State police said Komisar secured all the doors of the residence and appeared to be staying in an upstairs bedroom.

Entry was eventually made into the kitchen using the victim’s key. Once inside, state troopers saw Komisar at the top of the stairs holding a small knife. After a few minutes of conversation, Komisar placed the knife on the ground and walked down the steps where he was taken into custody.

During his transport to the police station, Komisar reportedly became irritated, threatening one of the state troopers and spitting on him. 

Komisar has been in trouble for threatening people before. He pleaded guilty to terroristic threats and harassment in June of 2015, according to court documents. At that time, he was sentenced to six months to 23.5 months in the county jail.

CLEARFIELD – A former Reynoldsville man accused of not delivering grave markers to his clients pleaded guilty to theft Tuesday during plea and sentencing court.

Edmund A. Grenier Jr., 71, an inmate of state prison, pleaded guilty to felony counts of theft by deception in three cases.

He was sentenced to 42 months to seven years in state prison on each case by Judge Paul Cherry. The sentences will run concurrent with each other and with his current sentence.

In a fourth case, he pleaded guilty to theft by deception as a misdemeanor of the first degree. For this, he was given a concurrent term of 30 months to five years in state prison.

He was ordered to pay more than $109,000 in restitution.

Prior to sentencing, Grenier apologized to victims saying he was sorry this happened, but adding that he didn’t know what he could have done differently.

Cherry commented that Grenier violated the trust he had with his clients and as a result, some of their loved ones are without the monuments or markers their family members intended for them.

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 items, such as grave site markers, granite bases, bronze memorial plaques, bronze vases and bronze scrolls to be installed in the cemeteries, according to published reports.

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 on Aug. 27, 2013, he pleaded guilty to deceptive business practices.

He pleaded guilty to two cases with the same charges in Jefferson County.

Grenier is currently serving a state prison sentence of 25 to 50 years from a probation violation in Jefferson County that he was given in September of 2015.

According to online court records, in July of 2015, 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.

Grenier’s ex-wife, Brenda Grenier, 58, 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.

A bench warrant was issued for her after she failed to appear for a preliminary hearing in August of 2015. She was taken into custody in March and was extradited from Virginia.

She remains incarcerated in the Clearfield County Jail in lieu of a total of $75,000 bail. A motion to reduce her bail in October was denied by Cherry, according to a previous report.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police received a report about an incident of identity theft that occurred Friday on South Front Street in Philipsburg Borough. According to the report, a caller contacted the victim and claimed to be their grandson. The caller also claimed he was in police custody and needed Target gift cards and released fund numbers via telephone. The victim got $10,000 in Target gift cards and provided the release fund numbers. All of the money was allegedly spent on the gift cards, and the victim wasn’t reimbursed for the money. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.

Clearfield Borough

• Police were requested to check the welfare of a male residing along East Market Street. Upon arrival he was found to be OK. Police also made contact with a male who held warrants through the Ridgway Borough police.  He resolved those warrants at the Clearfield police station.
• Police responded to a report about a truck taking down lines on Weaver Street. According to the report, it was determined that they were cable lines. Police were able to remove them and notify the cable company.
• Police responded to a report about an alarm on East Pine Street. Upon arrival police found employees who advised everything was OK.
• Police handled a parking complaint along North Third Street.
• Police responded to an activated CO alarm on East Locust Street. The Clearfield Fire Department was notified to respond to the scene.
• Police assisted a resident who had locked their keys inside their vehicle along West Fifth Street.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report for public assistance at Wal-Mart.
• Police conducted a warrant service on a wanted person at the station. As a result, they were housed at the county jail.
• Police served a warrant on a DuBois male.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about a suspicious person/activity on Park Avenue Extension.
• Police received a report about an attempted burglary on Susquehanna Avenue. It remains under investigation at this time.
• Police handled a neighbor dispute at the scene.
• Police recovered a stolen bicycle. It remains under investigation at this time.
• Sykesville Borough police were assisted with information on a wanted person.
• Police handled a parking complaint on Thompson Street.

DuBois City

• On Monday police were dispatched for a report of criminal mischief in the 200 block of South Brady Street. During the incident, someone allegedly smashed out multiple windows and damaged the rear door of a building. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Monday police were dispatched to Olive Avenue for a report about a vehicle being driven on the wrong side of the road. Upon arrival police searched the area but didn’t locate the vehicle.

State police at Clearfield

• State police received a report about an incident of theft that occurred Jan. 9 in Ramey Borough. Charges were filed against a 20-year-old Philipsburg woman, Livia Anderson, for the alleged theft of a $300 check. State police said the investigation will remain open pending disposition in district court.

State police at Philipsburg

• On Tuesday a safe and gun were found in Osceola Mills. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a disturbance on South Second Street. Upon arrival police warned those involved of their conduct.
• Police assisted the fire department with a possible structure fire on North Front Street.
• Police received a report about an incident of harassment by communication.  As a result, police advised the actor to stop making contact with the victim.
• Lawrence Township police were assisted with locating a missing teenager.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of open lewdness that occurred on a Clearfield area school bus.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief that occurred at a local car wash.
• Police assisted a disabled motorist on River Road.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment.
• Police received a report about a motor vehicle accident on Boykiw Lane. Upon arrival police determined the vehicle was gone, and the report was listed as unfounded.
• Police were contacted about a missing Glen Richey girl. She was located by police and transported home.
• Police were dispatched to the Rite Aid parking lot for a report of disorderly conduct. It was handled by police at the scene.

Romie D. Young III (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield teen who has been accused of attempting to lure a 13-year-old girl through Facebook messenger to meet for sex waived his right to a preliminary hearing during centralized court Wednesday.

Romie D. Young III, 18, of Clearfield has been charged by Officer Zachary S. Cowan of the Lawrence Township police with two counts each of unlawful contact with minor/sexual offenses, corruption of minors/defendant age 18 or above and criminal use of a communications facility. Bail has been set at $50,000.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Jan. 12 Cowan was informed about a report made of an 18-year-old male, later identified as Young, having contact with the victim who was 13 years old.

When a family member became aware of a conversation the victim was having with Young, he reviewed Facebook messages. Messages started Jan. 10 and concluded after he found them on the victim’s phone around two hours before contacting police.

Several messages sent by Young were inappropriate, the family member told Cowan. Young was allegedly asking the victim to have sex with him, and he was aware of her age after asking in one message.

Young also allegedly set up a place to meet the victim to go to have sex Jan. 20. When shown the messages, Cowan observed several that incriminated Young; he asked the victim to come to the police station with the family member.

When the victim arrived at the station, Cowan had her Facebook logged into, and he printed the entire conversation between her and Young. He also captured screenshots of the conversation.

During an interview, the victim said she initially thought Young was joking. However, she said as the conversation went on, he continued to be persistent.

Cowan found several Facebook messages and emojis that were sexual in nature from Young. When the topic came up, the victim would change the subject. In one message, Young asked the victim for her age, he replied “… yea over four years.”

Later on, he allegedly asked the victim when they could “hang alone,” and he persisted with sexual messages/emojis. They arranged to meet Jan. 20, but he tried to move the date up.

Upon further investigation, Cowan found Young was on probation and had been arrested for previous sexual offenses.

During an interview with police, Young admitted that he’d talked with the victim about having sex and setting up a date, but they never did meet up. After giving consent, police searched Young’s phone and located a photo of the victim and messages sent to her through Facebook.

Cowan also found that Young sent the victim a message the day after a family member had seized her phone to try to continue contact with her. He allegedly admitted to “having thoughts” and being “attracted” to younger females.

Young told police there weren’t any other victims between the last and current case. His cell phone was seized as evidence.

TREASURE LAKE – A juvenile was taken into custody for an alleged “domestic-related” stabbing Tuesday evening in Treasure Lake.

According to the Sandy Township police, the incident occurred at approximately 7:20 p.m. A dispatcher told police the victim had been stabbed with a kitchen knife by a juvenile.

Police said the victim fled the scene with the juvenile’s sibling, and they were locked inside her vehicle outside the residence.  The juvenile was still inside armed with a knife and with the potential access to firearms.

Upon arrival officers made contact with the victim. She was observed with a laceration to her arm; she had a second, non-life threatening laceration on her chest. She identified her assailant and expressed concern for their safety and mental well-being.

Inside the residence, the juvenile was located with the knife still in their possession. Officers used “verbal persuasion in an attempt to deescalate and stabilize the situation.”

The juvenile was eventually taken into custody without incident, according to police. Sandy Township police were assisted by DuBois City police and emergency personnel.

State police at Philipsburg

• On Wednesday state police received a report about a domestic dispute on the Tyrone Pike in Rush Township. Upon arrival troopers determined it was a verbal disagreement between a husband and wife. However, Matthew A. Pleskoniko, 47, had a prior felony conviction and was not permitted to possess firearms. He was allegedly in possession of and had eight firearms seized from him. Pleskoniko was arraigned at the Centre County Jail and his bail was set at $25,000.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to an alarm at a local business and determined an employee had set it off accidentally.
• Police received a report about an alleged burglary at the Reed Street Apartments.
• Police received a report about a Facebook scam. According to police, an account was hacked and links were sent out to other people. Police said that the link was seeking personal information. Police would like to warn people not to provide personal information.
• Police responded to a local establishment for a report about a disorderly person. Upon arrival police determined that the complaint was unfounded.
• Police responded to a noise complaint at an apartment on South Second Street.
• Police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred on Nichols Street. During the incident, someone allegedly punched out a window in a vehicle.  

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a two-vehicle accident that occurred on the Clearfield-Shawville Highway.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications.
• Police conducted a warrant service on Route 879.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred in the area of Lawrence Avenue.
• Police assisted emergency personnel with an overdose patient. Police said a male was transported to Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital for treatment.

DuBois City

• On Wednesday police were dispatched for a report about a suspicious male at a Quarry Avenue residence.  The caller told police he’s stopped several times looking for a person who does not reside there. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Wednesday police were dispatched for an alleged burglary on North Jared Street.  Upon arrival police spoke with the caller who stated someone had kicked in her door.  However, nothing appeared to be missing, and police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• On Wednesday police received a report about a suspicious vehicle that had been parked in the bay of the carwash for a long time.  Upon arrival police found the driver was just scratching lottery tickets.

Sandy Township

• Police received a report about a false alarm at Hawbakers on Wednesday.
• On Wednesday a vehicle driven by a 54-year-old Dubois man was traveling on Midway Drive when a vehicle driven by a 69-year-old DuBois man pulled from Harbor Freight into his path, causing the two to collide. Moderate damage and no injuries were reported, police said.
• On Thursday a 59-year-old Treasure Lake man reported that his 27-year-old son was sending him harassing text messages.
• On Thursday a 57-year-old Keen Court resident reported that someone may have tampered with the water valve under her trailer and took the hubcap off of her car. Police are continuing their investigation at this time.

CLEARFIELD – Clearfield Borough police have issued a warning about a scam.

Police have received numerous calls about businesses being contacted by a person who is claiming to be from Penelec. 

The caller reportedly advises the business owner that they owe back payment between $1,500 and $1,900. If they refuse to pay, their power will be shut off. 

Police say the calls are coming from “844-388-3481.” The caller asks the owners to purchase pre-paid cards from stores and use them to make payment.

Police documented five businesses in approximately two hours that received calls.

Police spoke with a Penelec representative who had also received numerous calls about the scam. 

“They do not request payment by the pre-paid cards,” police said. “If any customers have any questions or concerns, they are able to call the 1-800 main Penelec number.”

State police at Clearfield

• State police reported a DUI (controlled substance) incident that occurred Sunday on the Clearfield-Shawville Highway in Lawrence Township. According to the report, a 36-year-old Clearfield man committed several traffic violations and was stopped by state police. He was allegedly found to be under the influence of a control substance. He was taken to the hospital for a blood draw to determine the drug impairment. Charges are currently pending through the district court.
• State police received a report about an incident of retail theft that occurred Friday on State Street in Curwensville. During the incident, an unknown female allegedly entered the Dollar General Store and concealed clothing in her purse. When she was confronted, she fled the scene. 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 theft by unlawful taking that occurred Thursday on an Irving Street property in Brisbin Borough. During the incident, an unknown person allegedly removed a 12-foot ladder from the victim’s property. The ladder was described to state police as an extension ladder with some tar on it. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• State police received a report about an unauthorized use of an all-terrain vehicle that occurred Jan. 24 on Main Street in Grampian Borough. During the incident, a known Grampian man allegedly operated an ATV without permission. However, the victim declined to pursue criminal charges against the man in this matter.

State police at DuBois

• State police received a report about a drug incident that occurred Friday on Interstate 80 eastbound at mile-marker 93.2 in Washington Township. According to the report, a trooper encountered a possible disabled vehicle. Upon further investigation, a male and female were allegedly found in possession of marijuana and methamphetamine.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police received a report about an incident of theft by deception that occurred Jan. 19 on Spike Island Road in Rush Township. According to the report, the suspect claimed to be the victim’s granddaughter during a phone call, telling her she’d been arrested. She allegedly told the victim she needed money for court fees, and she had to purchase $3,000 worth of Target gift cards. State police said the suspect had the victim provide the gift card numbers over the phone. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police received a report about an incident of harassment that occurred Jan. 13 on North Fourth Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, a 36-year-old Philipsburg man allegedly struck the juvenile victim in the leg with a newspaper, causing unwanted physical contact. State police cited the man as a result of the incident.

State police at Punxsutawney

• On Jan. 23 state police responded to a report about the alleged theft of services at a government building, located on East Main Street, in Big Run Borough.

State police at Ridgway

• State police received a report about a disturbance Friday on Parolari Road in Brockport. While at the scene, a 29-year-old Sykesville man was suspected of having illegal narcotics, which were seized. State police are continuing their investigation at this time.
• State police received a report about an incident of retail theft that occurred Saturday at the Wal-Mart store in St. Marys. During the incident, a 41-year-old Kersey woman entered the store and allegedly attempted to remove various items, including DVDs. State police are continuing their investigation, and charges are pending at this time.
• State police received a report about an incident of harassment that occurred Saturday on Evergreen Drive in Ridgway Township. During the incident, a known person pulled into a driveway and allegedly threatened the victim and his friend, saying he wants to fight them and their fathers.

Clearfield Borough

• Police received a report about harassment by communications. During the incident, a male was repeatedly texting a female.  He was warned by police about his actions.
• Police responded to a minor traffic accident at the intersection of Turnpike Avenue and Nichols Street.  According to the report, a vehicle was traveling too fast for conditions and struck the curb. Upon impact, it caused damage to the vehicle.
• Police received a report about the theft of papers from a residence.  However, police met with both parties and found that a theft did not take place.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief at a North Fifth Street residence.  Police found that several items on the victim’s porch were broken by a known actor.
• Police received a complaint about a vehicle being illegally parked in front of a business on East Cherry Street.
• Police received a report that a person’s Facebook account was hacked.
• Police received a report about a suspicious male who was prowling around a residence at night in the 400 block of Daisy Street.
• Police located a male on Bridge Street who was intoxicated and having mental health issues.  He was taken to Penn Highland’s Clearfield Hospital for an evaluation.
• Police received a report about a minor motor vehicle accident on East Sixth Street. According to the report, a vehicle struck a parked truck, causing minor damage. 
• Police responded to a parking complaint on SW Third Avenue. According to the report, a truck was illegally parked and had caused property damage to a yard.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a phone scam in the area of Hubler Avenue.
• Police received a report about unsworn falsification at Wal-Mart. Charges are currently pending at this time.
• Police received a report about a phone scam in the area of Centra Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft at Wal-Mart. Charges are currently pending against a male, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft at Wal-Mart. Charges are currently pending against a male, police said.
• State police were assisted with a traffic stop on Carbon Mine Road.
• Police received a report about an intoxicated driver in the area of Washington Avenue. However, the suspect vehicle wasn’t located by police.
• Police received a report of found property. According to the report, a purse was found in the area of Route 322 near Leonard Street. Anyone with information is asked to contact township police.
• Police received a report about alleged trespassing in the area of Baney Road.
• Police received a report about a deer that had been struck on the Clearfield-Curwensville Highway.
• Police assisted a motorist along Montgomery Run Road.
• State police were assisted with a traffic stop along Route 879.
• Police assisted emergency personnel with a possible overdose in the Hyde area.
• Police assisted with a medical emergency in the area of Fletcher Road.
• Police responded to a family dispute in the area of the Clearfield-Glen Richey Highway. The parties were separated, police said in the report.
• Police received a report about a civil issue in the area of Willow Drive.
• Police received a report about a phone scam in the area of First Avenue in Glen Richey.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about the alleged unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft at the Dollar General.
• Police handled a report about an incident of criminal mischief.
• Police assisted state troopers with locating a wanted person.
• Police handled an incident of trespassing.
• A person located a purse and police returned it to its owner.
• Police handled a child custody issue.

Decatur Township

• Police located a lost dog along the Drane Highway and returned it to its owner on Ashland Road.
• Police responded to an animal complaint along New Liberty Road. Upon arrival police spoke with the owner of the animal.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred along Blue Spruce Road. Upon arrival police located the vehicle and spoke with the driver.
• Police responded to a psychological emergency on Decatur Street.
• Police responded to a single-vehicle accident at the intersection of Coeplin and Decatur streets. Police said the driver fled and they found drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Police located the female after the accident.

DuBois City

• Police were dispatched for an alarm call on Hoover Avenue.  Upon arrival police observed the parking lots were empty.  Police subsequently checked the perimeter of the building and all of the doors and windows.  Everything was found to be OK.
• Police were dispatched to a minor traffic accident in the area of West Weber Avenue and South Main Street. Police provided both drivers with an accident exchange form and they were then released from the scene.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident with injuries in the area of West Long Avenue and North Main Street.  Upon arrival police noticed two vehicles with moderate damage – a Ford Escape and a Jeep Cherokee.  Police said that the driver of the Escape had turned in front of the Jeep, which caused the collision.  Passengers from the Jeep were transported to the hospital for minor injuries; both vehicles were towed from the scene.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident in the area of East Park Avenue and Liberty Boulevard. Upon arrival police found that both vehicles had minor damage and were drivable.
• Police initiated a traffic stop on a red Pontiac Grand Am.  While at the traffic stop, police determined the passenger, 19-year-old Tristan Snyder of DuBois had an active warrant for his arrest for burglary. Police subsequently took Snyder into custody on the warrant and allegedly found a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia on him. Snyder was transported to the Clearfield County Jail.  The driver, a 22-year-old Big Run woman, was also allegedly in possession of drug paraphernalia.  Police said that charges will be filed against both as a result of the traffic stop.
• Police made a traffic stop on a black Mazda CX7 for traffic violation that occurred in DuBois City.  The driver was identified as a 39-year-old DuBois man. While at the traffic stop, police determined he was under the influence of alcohol.  He was taken into custody for suspected DUI; he was transported to DuBois Penn Highlands Hospital for a blood draw to determine his actual BAC.  After police said the man was released from the hospital to a sober person. Charges are currently pending the outcome of the lab report.
• Police were dispatched to a Parkway Drive business for a report about an alarm.  Police learned it was a false alarm.
• Police were dispatched to a DuBois Street business for an alarm.  Police learned it was a false alarm.
• Police were dispatched to a DuBois Street business for an alarm.  Police learned it was a false alarm.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of North Brady Street and East Park Avenue.  According to the report, police determined a 21-year-old DuBois woman had been traveling west on East Park Avenue when her vehicle collided with another in the intersection. Neither driver was injured in the accident; however, one vehicle was towed from the scene, police said.
• Police initiated a traffic stop on a red Pontiac Sunfire after traffic violations that occurred in DuBois City.  While at the traffic stop, police determined the 26-year-old DuBois man was under the influence of alcohol.  He was taken into custody and to DuBois Penn Highlands Hospital for a suspected DUI.  Police said that the man was later released from the hospital to a sober person.  Charges are currently pending the lab report results.
• Police were dispatched for a report of an abandoned vehicle in the area of East Long Avenue near Church Street.  Upon arrival police found a red passenger vehicle that was unoccupied with four flat tires.  Police said that the vehicle was towed from the scene.
• Police were dispatched to a reported verbal domestic dispute in the 500 block of First Street.  Upon arrival police determined that it was a verbal argument between a boyfriend and girlfriend.  Police said that one left the residence to solve the problem.
• Police were dispatched to a reported 911 hang-up call in the 700 block of West Long Avenue.  When police arrived, it was determined it was an accidental dial.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident in the first block of Quarry Avenue.  Upon arrival police determined that a vehicle struck a legally parked vehicle.  Police exchanged information for both parties.
• Police were dispatched for a report about an alleged assault on West DuBois Avenue.  Upon arrival to the scene, police determined a juvenile had struck another male in the face.

State police at DuBois

• State police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief that occurred Jan. 26 on Main Street in Falls Creek Borough. During the incident, a DuBois man allegedly punched a hole in the wall and caused damage. Charges were filed through the district court as a result.
• State police received a report about an incident of harassment/disorderly conduct that occurred Monday on Grant Street in Sykesville Borough. During the incident, a Sykesville man allegedly subjected the victim to unwanted physical contact and when he exited the residence, he caused a public annoyance and alarm by engaging in fighting, threatening and tumultuous behavior. Charges were filed through the district court as a result.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an incident of criminal mischief in the area of Barn Road. During the incident, someone allegedly threw eggs at a local residence.
• Police assisted a local person with entering their residence on Willow Drive.
• Police received a report about a scam.
• Police received a report about an alleged indecent assault. It remains under investigation at this time.
• Police responded to a psychological emergency on Turnpike Avenue.
• Police were dispatched for a summary traffic warrant.
• Police received a report about an alarm at a business on South Second Street. Upon arrival everything was found to be OK.

PHILIPSBURG – State police are continuing their investigation after a report about a large sum of money being taken from a Pine Street residence in Philipsburg Borough between Nov. 6 and Nov. 16.

According to the report, the male victim was out of town when he received a phone call from his wife. She allegedly stated she was taking approximately $90,000 from a safe they keep money in.

On Jan. 27 the victim told state police that approximately $90,000 out of the full $180,000 was gone when he returned from vacation on Nov. 15.

State police at Clearfield

• State police received a report about an incident of terroristic threats that occurred sometime between Dec. 24 and Dec. 26 at the State Correctional Institution at Houtzdale. According to state police, an inmate claimed correctional officers threatened to rape and murder him. Prison regulations require this type of allegation to be investigated by police. Upon completion of a criminal investigation, state police determined these threats were never made and terminated the case.

State police at Philipsburg

• On Jan. 19 state police received a report about an incident involving the alleged transmission of sexually explicit images by a minor. It remains under investigation at this time.

Clearfield Borough

• Police received a report about a manhole cover that was dislodged on Healey Avenue. Upon arrival police were able to replace the cover.
• Police referred an animal complaint that occurred on East 11^th Street to animal control.
• Police responded to a minor vehicle accident on South Second Street. No injuries were reported as a result, and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police received a report about a vehicle being pushed up the roadway on Cemetery Road. However, it had left upon police arrival to the scene.
• Police assisted Lawrence Township police with a tractor-trailer struck on Martin Street.
• Police assisted a motorist with a vehicle lock out along East Walnut Street.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a theft incident. During the incident, a male allegedly entered an apartment and removed miscellaneous food items.
• Police received a report about a tractor-trailer that was stuck on Martin Street Extension due to the weather conditions.
• Police received a report about a small, commercial truck that was stuck on the on-ramp of Route 879 near the Clearfield Mall. It was towed from the scene.
• Police received a report about a tractor-trailer stuck on River Road due to weather conditions.
• Police received a report about damage to an attended vehicle.
• Police received a report about a tractor-trailer causing a traffic hazard on River Road.
• Police received a report about the alleged theft of money that occurred at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
• Police received a report about careless driving in Golden Rod.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft by unlawful taking from a resident on Turnpike Avenue. It was listed as a landlord-tenant dispute and as unfounded.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications.

DuBois City

• On Monday police were dispatched after a vehicle hit a utility pole in the area of South Brady Street and Shaffer Avenue. According to the report, the male driver told police the roadway was slippery due to the snow. As a result, he steered into the pole in order to avoid striking another vehicle that was ahead of him. No injuries were reported; however, the vehicle had to be towed from the scene.
• On Monday police were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of DuBois Street and DuBois Avenue. According to the report, a vehicle was being driven east on DuBois Street when the female driver was unable to stop and tried to swerve off the roadway. However, she was unable to do so before striking another vehicle. Both vehicles were drivable, and there weren’t any injuries.  Police collected information and filled out an accident information form; a copy was distributed to each driver.
• Police were dispatched to an activated alarm on West DuBois Avenue on Monday.  Upon arrival to the scene, police found everything to be OK.
• On Monday police were dispatched to the area of Railroad Avenue and Liberty Boulevard after a report about a Jeep sitting on the railroad tracks behind Sensus. According to the report, the vehicle was traveling west on Railroad Avenue when the driver attempted to make a left-hand turn onto Liberty Boulevard. However, they over-negotiated the turn, drove over the curb and onto the railroad tracks. Police said that the vehicle was subsequently disabled due to extensive damage.  Also, police found the driver had a suspended license, and they were issued a citation.

CLEARFIELD – Three people suspected of dealing marijuana waived their rights to preliminary hearings during centralized court Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.

Kenneth William Emigh, 37, of Hawk Run has been charged with two counts each of manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver, intentional possession of a controlled substance and use/possession of drug paraphernalia and criminal use of a communications facility.

In a second case, Emigh has been charged with conspiracy/criminal use of a communications facility and criminal use of a communications facility. Bail has been set at $10,000 unsecured in each case.

Joseph Nicholas Trotman III, 33, of Osceola Mills has been charged with conspiracy/manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver; manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver; intentional possession of a controlled substance; and use/possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail has been set at $25,000.

Nicole Marie Bumbarger, 27, of Osceola Mills has been charged with conspiracy/manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver; manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver; intentional possession of a controlled substance; and use/possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail was changed from $25,000 monetary to $50,000 unsecured at her hearing.

According to the affidavit of probable cause in the first Emigh case, on Oct. 29, 2015, contact was made with a confidential informant who related he/she could purchase two grams of marijuana for $40 from Emigh.  It would occur somewhere in the Hawk Run area of Morris Township.

The CI was provided with $40, and an undercover trooper went with him/her. The trooper was provided with $100. The CI and trooper parked at Sutton’s Bar for Emigh to direct them to a residence.

Emigh came walking up Glastonbury Street. The CI noticed Emigh and they started to follow him in their vehicle until coming to a residence with a shed to the rear. Emigh had the CI and trooper follow him to the shed.

Once inside the shed, Emigh allegedly pulled out a scale and a bag of marijuana. Emigh weighed out two grams of marijuana for the CI, and he was paid $40 for it.

The trooper started to talk to Emigh. After a brief conversation, he allegedly weighed out another three grams of marijuana. He gave it to the trooper who paid $60 for it.

There was only a little marijuana left in the bag, so he gave it to the CI as a gift, the affidavit states.

The CI and trooper left the residence and the CI gave him the marijuana. The marijuana was field-tested and showed positive results at the state police’s Philipsburg barracks.

On Dec. 10, 2015, contact was made with the CI who related he/she could set up the purchase of two grams of marijuana from Emigh for $40. The CI told the trooper that Emigh would sell directly to him without he/she being there.

The trooper was provided with $100 and drove to Emigh’s residence. He went inside and up to Emigh’s room where he was given a plastic bag containing suspected marijuana.  He gave Emigh $40.

During a conversation, the trooper asked Emigh about getting a couple ounces of marijuana. Emigh stated he didn’t have any more at that time, but he would try to get some for him.

The trooper turned over the marijuana from this purchase, and it was field-tested at the state police’s Philipsburg barracks. It tested positive for marijuana.

According to the affidavits of probable cause in the other three cases, on Dec. 10, 2015, a controlled hand-to-hand purchase of two ounces of marijuana was set up for $800 at a Glastonbury Street residence in Morris Township. An undercover trooper arrived at the location to meet with Emigh.

Upon arrival the trooper observed a Chevrolet Suburban with a Pennsylvania registration parked across the driveway. The trooper also observed two, young children at a shed in the back yard. The trooper proceeded to walk toward the residence and met with Emigh.

Emigh started to walk to the shed and the trooper followed him. Emigh told the trooper he would be dealing with a male who related they needed to wait until “she” got out of the bathroom. The male proceeded to open a black backpack and removed two glass jars, which each allegedly contained an ounce of marijuana.

The male then removed a bag of marijuana from each jar and placed them on a work bench. He told the trooper they needed to wait until “the boss” got back, but he handed the trooper one of the bags for him to see what he was buying.

At this point, the female entered the shed and introduced herself. The trooper confirmed the price of $800 for two ounces of marijuana. She acknowledged that was correct, and they exchanged the money and marijuana.

The female counted the money and stated “we’re good” to the trooper. After a brief conversation, the trooper left the shed. He later turned the marijuana over to another trooper.

The marijuana was field-tested and showed positive results at the state police’s Philipsburg barracks, according to the affidavit.

State police checked the registration for the Chevrolet Suburban with PennDOT records. It was registered to Trotman. PennDOT records also included a picture of Trotman, and state police positively identified him as the male who pulled out the marijuana to hand to the trooper.

Upon further investigation, state police discovered Trotman was dating Bumbarger.  When her PennDOT records were accessed, state police believed she was the female who the money was given to. Bumbarger also has two children who matched the description of the ones playing around the shed.

DUBOIS – DuBois City police have issued an alert to the public about the latest scam calls that have targeted many people.

Police say if you receive a call and are asked “can you hear me?” you could become a victim of fraud by replying yes.

According to the report, when you reply yes, the call is secretly recorded. Later, you receive another call and payment is demanded from you.

Police say the recorded call is used as proof that you agreed to pay for goods and services.

“The scammers are using local numbers to get you to pick up and also robots to call,” police say.

“[This] is just a reminder to never give out your personal information over the phone. If you receive a pre-recorded sales call or if someone asks ‘can you hear me?” – hang up.”

State police at DuBois

• On Jan. 18 state police reported that a 62-year-old DuBois man failed to advise the Megan’s Law Unit of a change to his cell phone number. The man was not identified in the state police’s report; it was indicated that the investigation is ongoing at this time.

State police at Ridgway

• State police received a report about an incident of theft that occurred sometime between Dec. 26 and Monday on Cleveland Street in Weedville. During the incident, someone allegedly removed two steel no trespassing signs from the victim’s property without permission. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Ridgway at 814-776-6136.

Sandy Township

• On Tuesday police received a report about a disabled vehicle blocking traffic on Watson Highway at the Blinker Parkway. Police said that the vehicle was towed from the scene due to the hazard it was causing.
• On Tuesday a 31-year-old Freedom Road man was pulled over and taken into custody without incident due to a warrant out for his arrest.
• On Tuesday a 34-year-old North Carolina man reported that while his tractor-trailer was parked at the Pilot parking lot, it was hit and damaged by the driver of another tractor-trailer that then left the scene. It remains under investigation at this time, police said.

DuBois City

• On Tuesday police were dispatched to the area of East DuBois Avenue and College Park Place, where a person was walking down the middle of the roadway in shorts and a T-shirt. Police said the caller was concerned for the person’s health due to the cold temperature. However, the person was gone upon police arrival.
• On Tuesday police were dispatched after a report about a disabled vehicle on East DuBois Avenue. Upon arrival police learned the driver had already contacted AAA and was waiting for a towing service. Police waited for the arrival of the tow truck to make sure the scene was safe.
• On Tuesday police were dispatched for a burglar alarm on West DuBois Avenue. Upon arrival at the scene, police checked the exterior and discovered an open door. Further investigation determined that everything else was OK.