DUBOIS – District Judge Patrick Ford of DuBois presided over preliminary hearings on Friday.

Charges against the following defendants have been withdrawn.

• Amy Farrell, no age or address provided, had been charged by the DuBois City police with assault and harassment.
• Thomas Farrell Jr., no age or address provided, had been charged by the DuBois City police with assault and harassment.

The following defendant entered guilty pleas.

• Christy Jordan Hays, 18, Brockway, pleaded guilty to theft by unlawful taking. Hays was ordered to pay $472.50 in fines and costs.

The case against the following defendant was continued.

• Dustin L. Douthit, 29, Reynoldsville, is charged by the DuBois City police with fleeing or attempting to elude police, reckless driving, driving at unsafe speeds, criminal mischief, and six summary traffic charges. A hearing is scheduled for July 2.

The following defendants have waived their rights to a preliminary hearing. Their cases will be sent to the Clearfield County Court of Common Pleas for further disposition.

• Jo Ellen Adkins, 49, West Portsmouth, Ohio, is charged by the DuBois City police with driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, careless driving, and restrictions on alcoholic beverages. Bail was set at $5,000 unsecured.
• Benjamin Robert Reed, 26, Haverhill, Mass., is charged by the DuBois City police with terroristic threats, assault, stalking, harassment and disorderly conduct. Bail was set at $5,000 unsecured.

Bench warrants against the following defendant have been lifted.

• Donald Gearhart, Jr.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of public drunkenness occurred Sunday on the Old Erie Pike in Boggs Township. During the incident, a 31-year-old West Decatur man was allegedly found sitting along the highway and highly intoxicated. The man was subsequently charged with public drunkenness, state police said.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged disorderly male on Leonard Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft that occurred on Wrigley Street.
• Police received a report about a civil issue at an Old Town Road business.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft that turned out to be a civil issue. Police directed the person to the magistrate’s office.
• Police assisted a resident who had lost his wallet in the Tipton area.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic dispute in the Glen Richey area.
• Police located a suspicious vehicle in the Hillsdale area.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about people parking on the sidewalk along Filbert Street. Motorists will be cited for the violation.
• Police arrested a Curwensville man for an alleged DUI on Saturday morning.

Sandy Township

• On Friday a 33-year-old South Eighth Street man alleged that an unknown man broke into his apartment and assaulted him. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police responded to the area of Morningside Cemetery for an alleged suspicious man in camo clothing on Friday. Police located the man and handled the situation without incident.
• A South Eighth Street resident alleged that shortly after hearing strange noises in the hall of her apartment building Friday, her electricity went out. Police said that when she investigated she found someone had turned off her breakers.
• A 29-year-old woman alleged that when she went to get her mail from her previous address Friday someone had taped her mailbox shut.
• On Friday a 48-year-old Treasure Lake woman was allegedly observed under-ringing $227.48 worth of items at Wal-Mart. Charges are currently pending, police said.
• A Tyrone woman reported finding a dog in Philipsburg, and when she got a hotel in the area she called police to pick it up. The dog is Bulldog and was turned over to dog law, police said.
• On Saturday an 18-year-old Brockway man alleged that his Jeep had broken down the night before. Further, he had left it parked in the DuBois Mall parking lot. However, he told police that when he and his father returned for the Jeep it was gone.  Upon investigation police located it in the muddy area behind Lowe’s where it was disabled. The man allegedly confessed that he had been driving through the mud when it got stuck and he was afraid to tell his father.  Charges for false reports have been filed against the man, police said.
• A 31-year-old Falls Creek woman alleged that someone hit and damaged her vehicle in the DuBois Mall parking lot on Saturday.
• Police received a third-party report about an alleged domestic dispute on Saturday. When police located the 32-year-old woman who was the alleged victim she stated she and her boyfriend had a fight but she was fine. The situation was handled without incident, police said.
• A 56-year-old Treasure Lake man alleged that while he was running on Settlement Point Road on Sunday he was approached by an aggressive dog on two, separate occasions. Police located the dog’s owner and handled the situation without incident.

DUBOIS – A Massachusetts man is facing charges following an incident of road rage.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office June 21, Benjamin Robert Reed, 26, 49 Adams St., Haverhill, Mass., is charged by the DuBois City police with terroristic threats, assault, stalking and two counts each of disorderly conduct and harassment.

According to the affidavit, on June 20, police were dispatched for a report of a man threatening a woman with a shovel. The victim was waiting at a nearby fire hall.

The officers met with the victim who told them that she was driving home with her young child in the vehicle. She approached the intersection of Spring Avenue and Brooks Alley and saw a blue pick-up truck with a Massachusetts license plate turn left onto Brooks Alley, then back onto Spring Avenue and was going to make a left onto Spring Avenue again. The victim said she was trying to make a right as the other driver was trying to make a left and the road was “tight” for both vehicles to pass. The victim said she saw the driver of the truck was yelling at her, but couldn’t make out what he was saying because her window was up.

The victim said she drove down the alley and pulled into her home, where her husband was standing and briefly told her husband what had happened, but she saw the driver of the truck walking down the alley. The victim said she was afraid for her safety, so she drove away, hoping the man would leave the area.

When the victim returned home, she backed into her driveway, got out of the vehicle and looked down the alley. The victim said she saw the man walk out of some bushes at the end of the alley. The victim told her husband the man was coming back and got back into her vehicle. The victim told police that the man allegedly had a shovel in his hand. The victim then drove to the fire hall to wait for police.

The offices spoke to the victim’s husband, who told them that he saw the man allegedly carrying a shovel and that the man was allegedly yelling that he was going to smash out his wife’s window and “split her head open.” The victim’s husband also showed police a shovel laying near the intersection of Brooks Alley and Spring Avenue, where the man was last seen.

The officers were able to locate the pick-up about a block away and spoke with the driver, later identified as Reed.

Reed allegedly told police that his truck was hit by the victim and she shouted an expletive at him. Reed allegedly told police he got out of his truck and yelled at the victim, but denied having a shovel. Reed then showed the officers the damage to his vehicle. The officers noted in the affidavit that there were small scratches on the door, which had a thin layer of dust on them, indicating the scratches were not fresh. There was also no damage to the victim’s vehicle to support Reed’s claim.

The victim was able to identify Reed as the man who came after her.

DUBOIS – A Brockway woman is accused of allegedly forging a prescription to obtain narcotics.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office June 25, Erica J. Johnson, 26, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with criminal attempt to obtain possession of a controlled substance, acquiring a controlled substance by misrepresentation, forgery, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

According to the affidavit, on Jan.1, officers were called to Shankel’s Pharmacy in reference to a woman at the business with an altered prescription. Officers spoke to the employees who gave them the altered prescription for Oxycodone and pointed out the woman who had given them the prescription.

The woman, later identified as Johnson, allegedly admitted to police that she had changed the date on the prescription and allegedly told police that she had a drug problem for about a year and a half. Johnson also allegedly told police she had a spoon and syringes in her pants. She allegedly took them out and gave them to the officers.

DUBOIS – Three men are facing drug-related charges following an incident in Sandy Township.

According to affidavits of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office June 22, Dylan Tapper, 18, 375 14^th St., Reynoldsville, is charged by Sandy Township police with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, careless driving, reckless driving and three summary traffic charges.

Austin Ryan Servidea, 19, 245 Hadfield Road, Penfield, is charged by Sandy Township Police with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia, and Bryce Marvin, 20, 2549 W. Liberty Road, Reynoldsville is charged by Sandy Township police with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

The charges stem from an incident Jan. 3.

According to the affidavit, officers on patrol in the area of Gamelands Road in Sandy Township saw a purple vehicle parked along the road with the headlights off. When the officer shined his spotlight on the vehicle, he saw the passenger side of the windshield was broken and the passenger was wearing a black and white hat. The officer also noticed that the driver had a green shirt and no hat. As the officer went to get out of the vehicle, the driver suddenly pulled away.

The officer followed the vehicle and could see the three passengers in the rear of the car moving “vigorously.” The officer saw a bright yellow bag and other bags being shoved from the rear and front of the vehicle into the trunk area.

The officer activated the emergency lights and followed the vehicle for about a quarter-mile, but then the vehicle stopped in the middle of the road. The officer saw the driver and front passenger switch seats, with the person in the green shirt moving to the passenger seat and the person with the black and white hat moving to the driver’s seat.

The officer approached the vehicle, noting there were five people inside. The officer asked the driver, later identified as Marvin, and the passenger, later identified as Tapper, to get out of the vehicle. The officer could smell a strong odor of marijuana.

The officer then asked the rear left passenger, later identified as Servidea, to get out. A “pat-down” of Servidea revealed plastic baggies, which had contained a substance that smelled like marijuana. The officer also searched two juveniles who were in the back of the vehicle.

The officer told Marvin that he could smell marijuana coming from the vehicle. Marvin allegedly said the vehicle belonged to his father. The officer explained that with the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle, and the driver’s failure to stop for the patrol vehicle, he could apply for a search warrant, which would take about three hours to process, or Marvin could give the officer permission to search the vehicle. Marvin allegedly told the officer to get the warrant.

The officer then spoke to Marvin’s father on the phone and explained what was happening. The officer told Marvin’s father that he was in the process of getting a warrant and the father gave the officer permission to search the vehicle.

The officer lifted the back seat toward the trunk and found a bright yellow bag that contained two Mason jars full of marijuana; a black and red bag containing a gallon-sized zip-lock bag containing marijuana, a grinder, a glass smoking pipe, a third Mason jar that only had a small “bud” of marijuana inside; a digital scale and an orange bottle cap with a pipe inside for smoking.

The officer attempted to interview Marvin, who said he wanted a lawyer. The officer then spoke to Tapper, who allegedly denied being the driver of the vehicle. Upon further questioning, Tapper also asked for a lawyer.

The officer then spoke to Servidea and asked why Tapper was denying driving the car and Servidea said he didn’t know. Servidea also allegedly told police that he didn’t know about the marijuana in the vehicle.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of criminal mischief and disorderly conduct occurred Tuesday on Route 322 near the West Decatur intersection in Boggs Township. During the incident, three teens allegedly damaged the victim’s flower pots for no legitimate purpose, as well as put twigs on the highway. Total restitution is approximately $100 for the flower pots, state police said. All three teens were cited for the incident.
• An incident of theft by unlawful taking occurred sometime between Monday and Wednesday on Gillingham Road in Girard Township. During the incident, someone allegedly stole the victim’s prescribed medication. The incident remains under investigation, and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of simple assault occurred June 22 in the 400 block of South Centre Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, known actors allegedly engaged in a verbal argument that turned physical. Both actors sustained injuries, state police said.
• An incident of retail theft occurred June 24 at the Snappy’s Convenience Store in Rush Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed items without paying. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• An incident of burglary occurred June 26-27 at the Unionville Borough building in Unionville Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly broke into the storage shed behind the building. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.

Sandy Township

• Police were called to a Northwood Avenue residence for an alleged domestic dispute on Monday. Further, a 44-year-old woman told police that her 49-year-old boyfriend had been drinking and fighting with her. She locked herself in the bedroom and called police. Police handled the situation without incident.
• On Monday a Central Christian Drive resident alleged that someone had been removing property stakes and no trespassing signs from her yard.
• A 90-year-old Rockton woman ran her vehicle over a curb while she was attempting to turn into the DuBois Mall on Tuesday. This caused her vehicle to get stuck on the curb with a flat tire. No injuries were reported and the vehicle was towed from the scene, police said.

DUBOIS – A Tennessee man is accused of stealing a vehicle from a DuBois restaurant.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office June 24, Steven D. Gillis, 30, 116 Henry Davis Rd., Harriman, Tenn., is charged by the DuBois City police with theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property and criminal mischief following an incident June 24. Gillis has waived these charges to court.

According to the affidavit, police responded to a report about a vehicle stolen from the parking lot of The Hitching Post on Liberty Boulevard. The victim said he had parked his black 2015 Dodge Dart in the parking lot and when he returned, the vehicle was gone.

The victim also told police he believed the suspect’s cell phone was still inside the restaurant. Police contacted several people using phone numbers stored inside the phone and learned that the phone belonged to Gillis.

A short time later, the officers were contacted the Lawrence Township police who said he had the stolen vehicle and the driver stopped.

Police recovered the vehicle, but noted that Gillis had allegedly smashed out three windows in order to get inside the vehicle, causing about $5,000 in damage.

Gillis has been charged by Lawrence Township police with receiving stolen property, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct. He’s also waived these charges to court.

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CLEARFIELD – A Hyde man will stand trial for pulling a gun and threatening to kill another man.

Thomas Stephen Scott, 49, 1407 Vaughn St., Hyde, is charged with terroristic threats, simple assault, recklessly endangering another person, disorderly conduct and harassment as a result of an incident in Lawrence Township on June 19. He waived his right to a preliminary hearing June 24 during centralized court. He remains in the Clearfield County Jail in lieu of $25,000 bail.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, Scott knocked on the door of the victim’s residence at 9 a.m. that morning. Scott then spoke with the victim on the front porch. He accused him of being responsible for suspending him from the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Clearfield the night before.

After a verbal altercation, Scott did brandish a revolver with a brown handle and black stainless steel barrel. He pointed the gun directly in the face of the victim while stating he was there to kill him. This statement was also heard by a witness who was inside the residence.

The verbal confrontation continued and eventually, Scott put the gun down and began to walk toward his vehicle. As he did this, he pointed the revolver at the victim approximately three more times while warning him that he needed to watch his back and again threatened to kill him.

Later that evening, police received information that Scott was at a tavern on Third Street in Clearfield. When they arrived, they saw Scott walking to his vehicle. He was taken into custody and searched.

Officers found he was in possession of a silver pipe, a baggy containing a green leafy substance and five pills later identified as oxycodone. As a result of this, Scott is facing additional charges of possession of a small amount of marijuana, knowingly or intentionally possessing a controlled or counterfeit substance by person not registered and possession of drug paraphernalia. He also waived his right to a hearing in this case.

As a result of the incident at the Eagles in Clearfield Borough on June 18, Scott is charged with a felony count of possession of firearm prohibited, a felony count of firearms not to be carried without a license, terroristic threats, simple assault, disorderly conduct and harassment. He waived his right to a preliminary hearing in this case Wednesday. His bail is $50,000.

According to the affidavit in that case, at 9:20 p.m., Scott confronted that victim, about coming up behind him and threatened to shoot him.  Noah Stiner stepped in front of Scott in an attempt to calm Scott down. The victim turned to leave and was kicked in the lower back by Scott.

While Stiner attempted to get Scott to calm down and away from the victim, Stiner felt an object pushing against his body. Stiner later saw the wooden handgrips on a pistol that Scott had concealed on his person.

Scott continued to threaten the others and cause problems for the bartender. The bartender shut Scott off and told him to leave the Eagles. Security camera footage shows Scott as he is walking out, pull the revolver from the rear inside of his waistband and put it in his hand.

The victim filed a written complaint with the Eagles about Scott’s actions. When Scott returned to the Eagles on June 19 at 9 a.m., he was given a 90-day suspension. Scott got upset with this, crumpled up the letter and threw it. After this he had the confrontation with the first victim who is the manager of the Eagles at his home.

The second victim told police he felt that the threat Scott made was serious and that he feared for his life. The first victim also stated he was fearful of his safety and the safety of the other members of the Eagles.

Police looked into Scott’s criminal history and discovered he was convicted of a simple assault in a domestic violence case, which prohibits Scott from possessing a firearm.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of DUI occurred Tuesday on Route 219 in Penn Township. Further, a known 29-year-old Clymer woman was allegedly stopped for vehicle code violations and believed to be under the influence of controlled substances. She was placed under arrest for suspected DUI; charges are pending laboratory analysis.
• An accident occurred Sunday on Airport Road in Washington Township. Further, a Falls Creek man was traveling west when he lost control of his vehicle on the wet roadway. His vehicle slid off the left side and struck a utility pole, shearing it off; it then overturned down an embankment before coming to a final rest on its left side. The man was wearing his seatbelt and sustained minor injuries. He fled the scene on foot but was later found at his residence. State police determined he was under the influence of alcohol and arrested him for DUI. State police were assisted by the Falls Creek Fire Department, Penelec and towing services.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred June 20-23 at a field off of Richardsville Road in Warsaw Township. During the incident, someone allegedly drilled several holes in all four tires on a log skidder and eight tires on a loader/processor trailer. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of harassment occurred Monday on Bush Hollow Road in Union Township. Further, the victim alleged to state police that they were receiving unwanted text messages from the suspect.
• An incident of harassment occurred June 22 on North Second Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, a male and female allegedly engaged in an argument that turned physical. The female allegedly threw a jug of tea at the male, which missed him. They allegedly pushed each other before the male left. Both were cited for harassment as a result of the incident.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of burglary occurred sometime Saturday or Sunday at an Adrian Road address in Young Township. Further, the victim alleged to state police that someone cut their screen to climb through a window. Witnesses also told state police that an unknown, orange car, which was occupied by at least one male, was in the area. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime Saturday or Sunday at residences in Reynoldsville. During the incident, someone allegedly struck the victims’ mailbox and caused damage. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

State police at Ridgway

• An incident of identity theft occurred sometime June 14-17 on Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road in Ridgway Township. During the incident, someone allegedly used the victim’s credit card to purchase $1,900 worth of merchandise. State police noted the items were purchased online and picked up at a store in Pittsburgh; the incident remains under investigation at this time.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged phone scam.
• Police received a report about a distraught employee who was put on leave. Further, police said the employee refused to turn in keys for the building and left the area. Another police agency assisted with retrieving the keys.
• Police assisted a lost motorist.
• Police have initiated an investigation into an alleged incident of reckless endangerment on Smith Street. Further, a known male allegedly shot an illegal firework at another male and his two, young children. Charges are currently pending at this time, police said.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a resident on Poplar Avenue.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about an alleged disturbance Tuesday on George Street. Further, police will cite a Curwensville man for disorderly conduct as a result of the incident.
• Police received a report about trucks that were being driven too fast on Naulton Road and Filbert Street during the early morning hours. Police noted that the trucks were being driven with faulty exhaust systems.

DuBois City

• Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Simmons Street for multiple 911 hang-up calls on Tuesday.  Further, police found the calls were accidental.
• Police were dispatched to a North Main Street business, where a female was allegedly passed out in the bathroom on Tuesday.  Upon arrival police found a known female who was allegedly agitated and under the influence of a controlled substance. When police attempted to have the female receive a medical evaluation, she allegedly became belligerent, disorderly and combative.  She was then restrained and removed from the business to be transported to Penn Highlands.  Police said that the female will face criminal charges at a later date.
• Police were dispatched to the 200 block of West Washington Avenue for an alleged disorderly female on Tuesday. Upon arrival police learned the female had left the area.  The victim told police the female confronted him, stating that he was trespassing.  He said that the female then began to throw his property about the yard.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Division Street and Beaver Drive on Tuesday. Upon arrival police found that a vehicle driven by a Reynoldsville woman pulled into the path of another driven by an Indiana man. Police determined it was a non-reportable accident, and the drivers exchanged information. No injuries were reported and the vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police were dispatched to an alleged domestic disturbance Tuesday on East Long Avenue. The caller told police that he was moving out of his apartment, which he shared with his girlfriend.  He told police that they’d engaged in an argument and she’d locked him out.  Upon arrival the female said she was upset because her boyfriend’s family was at the scene. Police said she left on her own while her boyfriend moved out of the residence.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident Tuesday on Hospital Avenue.  Upon arrival police found a vehicle driven by an 80-year-old Grampian woman struck the side of a 44-year-old DuBois man’s truck. Police determined it was a non-reportable accident, and the drivers exchanged information. No injuries were reported and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police were dispatched to a hit-an-run accident involving an attended vehicle at the intersection of North Jared Street and West Scribner Avenue on Tuesday. Further, the victim told police that their vehicle was struck by a gold-colored car, which then fled the scene. Witnesses advised that the suspect vehicle had fled up Scribner Avenue and lost its front bumper at North High Street.  Police located the suspect vehicle a short time later on West Spruce Alley near Brady Street.  Its driver was identified and allegedly admitted to leaving the accident scene. Police said that the driver was allegedly found to be in possession of a small amount of marijuana; his driver’s license was suspended and he was on Clearfield County Probation.  His probation officer was contacted by police and he was transported to the Clearfield County Jail.  Charges will be filed as a result of the incident at a later date, police said.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of disorderly conduct occurred Thursday on Lake Street in Bradford Township. During the incident, a 19-year-old Woodland man and the victim allegedly engaged in an argument over the man shooting a BB gun in an unsafe direction. When the argument became heated the man allegedly aimed the BB gun at the victim. State police cited the man for disorderly conduct through the district court.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of theft from a motor vehicle occurred June 20 on Bills Road in Pine Creek Township. During the incident, the victim told state police that someone allegedly stole $180 in cash and a $140 pair of Oakley sunglasses.
• An incident of burglary occurred June 20 on Route 322 in Pine Creek Township. During the incident, the victim told state police that three pairs of shoes were stolen from his residence.

DuBois City

• Police responded to Arminta Street and Hospital Avenue for four-wheelers reportedly being driven in that area Thursday. However, police were unable to locate any four-wheelers in the area at the time.
• Police responded to the DuBois City Park for an alleged altercation between two males on Thursday.  When police arrived at the scene one male actor had left.  Upon investigation police learned that a DuBois male had allegedly struck another male in the face.  Police cited the male for disorderly conduct.
• Police responded to the 700 block of East DuBois Avenue, where a group of kids were allegedly hanging out in the parking lot and loitering.  Upon arrival police asked the kids to leave the parking area.

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Editor’s Note: GantDaily is working with local law enforcement agencies throughout Clearfield County to develop a listing of persons for whom there are arrest warrants. Anyone with information about wanted persons is asked to contact the appropriate law enforcement agency. GantDaily will update its warrant page each Friday based upon information provided by the participating law enforcement agencies.

CLEARFIELD – Charges have been filed against a former substitute teacher for alleged sexual misconduct at the Clearfield County Career & Technology Center. Two former administrators have also been charged for allegedly failing to report the misconduct, according to court documents.

Darice J. Brady-McKee, 34, of LaJose has been charged by Lawrence Township police with two counts of dissemination of explicit sexual material to a minor, F3. She has also been charged with 32 counts of corruption of minors, M1.

Former CCCTC Executive Director William H. Weaver, 55, of Bellefonte has been charged with two counts of failure to report/refer, M2, and disorderly conduct, S.

Former CCCTC Assistant Director Cathy M. Thomas, 61, of Morrisdale has been charged with failure to report/refer, M2, and disorderly conduct, S.

Both Weaver and Thomas resigned from the CCCTC in May when allegations surfaced about their handling of the alleged sexual misconduct by Brady-McKee.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on May 1 police received a report about an alleged incident of sexual harassment. Further, police were notified by a parent that a substitute teacher had made sexual comments to students.

Police were also notified that the administrators at the CCCTC were made aware of the alleged sexual harassment, which had occurred in March. However, police were told that nothing had been done about it and the substitute teacher was still there.

Police went to the CCCTC on May 1 and spoke to Weaver, who was then the executive director. He told police that on March 23-24, Brady-McKee substituted at the school. Weaver told police Brady-McKee had allegedly made comments about her personal sex life from the previous weekend to the students.

Weaver told police students complained to their regular teacher when she returned March 25. Weaver said he was absent from the CCCTC that day but when he returned he was informed by the assistant director about the alleged sexual misconduct.

Weaver said the regular teacher had her students write statements about the alleged sexual misconduct, which were given to the assistant director, Thomas, and later to him, when he returned to school on either March 26 or 27.

When asked about the content of the statements, Weaver told police the students alleged that Brady-McKee talked about her sex life and showed them bruises on her breasts, legs and buttocks areas. Weaver said when he asked Brady-McKee about it, she denied it.

Weaver told police that he had Brady-McKee placed on the list of substitutes only to call if absolutely necessary. He also said that Brady-McKee was not allowed to substitute in the Health Occupations class.

However, Weaver said there wasn’t anyone to substitute due to multiple teachers calling off work. He told police he allowed Brady-McKee to substitute for a business class on March 31 and in the IT Department on May 1.

When students from the health class noticed Brady-McKee on May 1, Weaver said they made complaints to him and began to text-message their parents. He said multiple students came to him, saying they didn’t feel safe and comfortable with Brady-McKee in the CCCTC.

According to Weaver, he didn’t believe the students were in any danger but confronted Brady-McKee. He informed her that it wasn’t working out due to the large number of complaints about her. Weaver said he also told Brady-McKee that she would have to leave the CCCTC.

Police asked Weaver for the students’ statements. After reading them, police asked Weaver if he’d notified parents, Children & Youth Services or Child-Line. Weaver said that parents only knew if their children had text-messaged them, and he’d just called Child-Line prior to police arrival.

Police asked Weaver why he didn’t notify Child-Line and police immediately after the incident had occurred in March. Weaver didn’t give police an answer.

Police interviewed students in the morning Health Occupations class who originally made complaints. When asked students provided similar information about Brady-McKee allegedly talking in “great” detail about her sex life and showing bruises on her body from “rough sex.”

Students told police that Brady-McKee made them feel uncomfortable and they were upset that she was permitted back into the CCCTC.

Students said when they saw Brady-McKee at the CCCTC on May 1, they went to Weaver. Students said Weaver told them not to worry about it and the matter was being handled by the administration. Students said they were upset and contacted their parents, which made Weaver and Thomas yell at them for cell phone use.

Police interviewed students in the afternoon Health Occupations class. Students told police that Brady-McKee had shared “intimate details” of her sexual experiences. Students also told police that she spoke about drug use multiple times and asked to go to the beach with them while she could provide them with alcohol and drugs.

Police also interviewed Cosmetology students at the CCCTC who alleged that Brady-McKee made them feel uncomfortable when she discussed drugs and her sex life over the last couple of years. Two students alleged that Brady-McKee showed them unknown males’ private parts when they were sophomores, which they reported to their teacher the next day; their teacher then reported the incident to the administration.

Police also interviewed a health teacher who took the initial complaint from her students upon her return to class. She had students write statements, which were turned over to the administration. When the teacher asked Weaver if it should be reported, he said, “Nah, I’ll take care of it.” The teacher said she contacted Child-Line when the substitute returned to the CCCTC, as it obviously hadn’t been taken care of.

Another teacher told police she had reported a photo incident to Weaver, who was the assistant director at the time of that complaint. The teacher said there wasn’t anything done about it; when she talked to Thomas about the alleged sexual misconduct this year, she was told the victims weren’t cooperating and the story couldn’t be validated as a result.

On March 27, police interviewed Brady-McKee about the allegations against her. She initially wouldn’t admit to the alleged incidents of sexual misconduct at the CCCTC.

She told police that she spoke to the students about drugs but never said she used or that drugs were OK. She said she did talk to the students about sex but only because they asked or it came up in conversation. She told police that she was only joking about buying the students alcohol for their trip and denied saying she’d buy them drugs.

When police asked Brady-McKee about the photos, she denied showing males’ private parts to students. Instead, she said students were talking about their boyfriends’ private parts, showed each other photos and asked her if she had any.

Police said Brady-McKee’s statements collaborated with that taken from the victims. However, police said she wouldn’t accept direct blame or admit to anything.

On June 15, police interviewed Thomas about Brady-McKee’s alleged sexual misconduct at the CCCTC. Thomas said she never thought about reporting it, and didn’t realize it should have been reported to authorities.

Preliminary hearings have been scheduled for Brady-McKee, Weaver and Thomas on July 29 at the Clearfield County Jail.

DUBOIS – A man was taken into custody for allegedly threatening to cut up his roommates during an incident Saturday, reported the DuBois City police.

According to the report, police were dispatched to North High Street, where a man was allegedly in possession of a knife and threatening his roommates. Upon arrival to the scene, police took him into custody.

Upon investigation police found the man had allegedly threatened to cut up and cook his roommates. Police allegedly observed knife marks on the door to the bedroom that his roommates had locked themselves in.

Police allegedly located a knife on the man who had provided a false name. Upon determining his true identity, police learned the man had two, extraditable felony warrants in Virginia.

Police subsequently transported the man to the Clearfield County Jail to await arraignment.

State police at Clearfield

• A motorcycle accident occurred Friday on Route 453 in Gulich Township. Dean Rineer of Cresson was traveling west and struck a deer that was in the middle of the roadway. His motorcycle fell onto its side, and he fell off of it. Rineer sustained minor injuries; he was wearing his helmet at the time of the accident.
• An incident of theft by deception occurred June 3-5 on Elizabeth Street in Beccaria Township. On July 1, state police received information from the victim who alleged that someone had obtained her debit card and took money from her bank account. She told state police that $400 was taken from an ATM at CNB Bank in Houtzdale and $202.50 from an ATM at the Nittany Minit Mart. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of simple assault occurred Friday on Zion Road in Knox Township. During the incident, a New Millport man allegedly grabbed a knife from within the kitchen and then raised it in an upward direction over his shoulder. He allegedly proceeded to extend his arm in a downward motion toward the victim until he was stopped by the victim’s hands and that of the victim’s mother. Simple assault and reckless endangerment charges have been filed through the district court, state police said.
• An accident involving two fire apparatuses occurred Saturday at the intersection of Sarah and Blanchard streets in Osceola Mills Borough. Further, one fire apparatus struck another after its brakes failed on an incline. Neither injuries nor towing was reported, state police said.
• An accident involving a young pedestrian occurred Friday on Route 322 in Decatur Township. Further, a vehicle was traveling east when the pedestrian, a 10-year-old boy, was standing on the north berm. He ran onto the roadway and into the left, front fender of the vehicle. After impact the vehicle stopped and the boy stood up and ran off the roadway. The boy was treated for injuries at the Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital, state police said.
• An incident of burglary occurred Sunday on Pruner Street in Osceola Mills Borough. During the incident, the suspect allegedly entered the victim’s residence while under the influence of alcohol. While inside the residence, they allegedly broke several items and struck the victim in the face when they were asked and then refused to leave. Charges were filed against the suspect through the district court, state police said.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Saturday at the Centre Hill Grange in Morrisdale. During the incident, someone allegedly drove their vehicle onto the grounds, causing damage to the playground area and children’s soccer field. Damage is estimated at $650, state police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An attempted burglary occurred sometime Saturday or Sunday on McCann Bottom Road in Penn Township. During the incident, someone allegedly attempted to enter the victim’s residence through a window and a front door. They were unable to enter but allegedly caused damage to both areas. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An accident occurred Friday on the Woodland-Bigler Highway in Bradford Township. Jamie L. Condon of Morrisdale and Garry L. Buck of Clearfield were traveling east when Buck stopped for traffic. However, Condon failed to observe that the Buck vehicle had stopped; she was unable to stop her vehicle before it rear-ended that operated by Buck. Condon will be cited for the accident, state police said.
• On July 4-5, state police conducted a field sobriety checkpoint in Clearfield County. As a result, state police made six DUI contacts, one traffic arrest and 25 warnings for traffic offenses.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of DUI occurred Friday on Interstate 80 in Pine Creek Township. During the incident, a 27-year-old Emporium woman allegedly was found under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance. She was subsequently placed under arrest for DUI. Charges are currently pending laboratory analysis, state police said.
• A DUI checkpoint was conducted Friday on Route 219 in Snyder Township. Further, state police made one DUI arrest while issuing 15 other citations and 18 written warnings. State police made contact with the operators of 34 vehicles.
• A scrap metal theft occurred Sunday north of Route 830 along the Buffalo-Pittsburgh Railroad in Falls Creek Borough. Further, a known suspect was allegedly caught stealing scrap metal and in possession of 121.2 pounds of it, which is worth $7.56. Charges are currently pending at this time, state police said.
• An incident of burglary occurred Saturday or Sunday on Bearfield Road in Brady Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the victim’s garage and removed a set of metal vehicle ramps. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652.

State police at Philipsburg

• Two riding lawn mowers were recovered Saturday near High and Logan streets in Rush Township. The owners or anyone with information may contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• On Friday a 57-year-old Philipsburg man was allegedly stopped on a motorcycle for a moving violation in the 600 block of Hemlock Street in Rush Township. He was allegedly driving the motorcycle without an ignition interlock as required by his license. He also allegedly didn’t have a class M license, state police said.
• The attempted theft of an all-terrain vehicle occurred sometime Friday or Saturday on North Sixth Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly attempted to push the victim’s ATV out of his yard; however, they stopped and left it sit at the edge of his yard for whatever reason.
• An incident of harassment occurred July 2 on Halfmoon Valley Road in Halfmoon Township. Further, two known actors were cited for allegedly assaulting each other.
• An incident of underage drinking occurred Sunday on Doe Drive in Halfmoon Township. Further, five juveniles from the Port Matilda and State College areas were allegedly found drinking underage at a party. Charges have been filed through the district court as a result, state police said.
• An incident of harassment occurred Friday along Railroad Street behind Weis Market in Rush Township. During the incident, a Philipsburg male and a Munson female allegedly engaged in an argument during which they pushed and scratched each other. Both were charged through the district court as a result, state police said.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An alleged incident of retail theft occurred Friday at Wal-Mart in Young Township. As a result, state police cited two Punxsutawney residents through the district court.
• An incident of theft occurred sometime between June 26 and July 2 on Sheppard Lane Road in Burnside Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed a propane gas regulator from a tank that was outside the victim’s camp. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

State police at Ridgway

• An incident of retail theft occurred Monday at the St. Marys Wal-Mart in Fox Township. During the incident, a male allegedly loaded a shopping cart with two computers, three vacuum cleaners and two jugs of oil. He allegedly left the store without paying for the items; he was met by another male who was driving a dark-colored sports utility vehicle. Both males allegedly loaded the stolen items into the SUV and fled the scene. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Ridgway at 814-776-6136.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to an alleged verbal domestic dispute at a residence along Clearfield Street. The actors were gone upon police arrival to the scene.
• Police are investigating a multi-person altercation that occurred along Reed Street. Charges will be filed following the investigation, police said.
• Police responded to a death at a residence along East Market Street. Drugs and paraphernalia were recovered by police at the scene; a male was determined to be wanted by State Parole and taken into custody. An autopsy is being conducted at this time, police said.
• Officers assisted Lawrence Township police with a mental health incident.
• Police responded to a report about a male who held an active warrant from Erie. He was located and taken into custody on the warrant.
• Police responded to a report about an alleged incident of harassment at a residence along East Market Street. Neither party wanted charges filed as a result, and both were warned by police for their actions.
• Police received a report about the alleged theft of money at a residence along Williams Street. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to the area of East Locust and Water streets for a report about multiple juveniles who were engaged in a fight. However, the actors were gone upon police arrival to the scene.
• Police responded to Ulrich Avenue for a report about a suspicious person.
• Police received a traffic complaint; however, the driver and vehicle were gone upon police arrival.
• Police responded to a report about a male who was allegedly pulling a baseball bat on another male along East Cherry Street. The incident remains under investigation, and charges will be filed, police said.
• While investigating an incident along East Cherry Street, a male was observed running towards police and yelling that he was being chased. Police found that the male had a knife in his hand, and he was taken into custody for his safety. Police believed that he may be under the influence of an intoxicating substance; the male was then transported to the hospital by emergency personnel.
• Police responded to a residence along Williams Street for a report about an overdose. The female was released into the care of emergency personnel.
• Police located an intoxicated male who was sleeping in the passenger’s seat of a car along South Third Street. He was released to a sober adult.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout at Sheetz. Officers were able to gain entry without damage.
• Police received a report about a possible DUI on Nichols Street. However, the vehicle was gone upon police arrival.
• Police received murmurs fireworks/noise complaints over the weekend.
• Police responded to a report about an alleged theft from an apartment. Police said that the suspect was found to be intoxicated and on probation. The suspect was housed in the CCJ and charges are to be filed as a result of the incident.
• Police responded to a report about an intoxicated male who was allegedly riding a stolen mini bike through downtown. Police located the male with the mini bike at Sheetz, where he was attempting to get gas. He was taken into custody and for a legal blood draw.  Charges are being filed, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a female who overdosed and was in the bushes along Williams Street. She was reportedly yelling for help. Police found the female who was transported by emergency personnel to the hospital.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a tractor-trailer blocking the roadway on Route 879. It was gone prior to police arrival.
• Police received a report about a psychological emergency.
• Police received a civil complaint.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief at the Lawrence Township Rec Park.
• Police received an animal complaint that occurred on River Road.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred in the Hyde area.
• Police received a report about a motor vehicle accident in the Clearfield Mall parking lot. No injuries were reported, and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on Route 322 near the Clearfield Mall.
• Police received a report about a psychological emergency.
• Police received a report about a dirt bike and ATV on Rails to Trails. The operators were gone upon police arrival.
• Police have initiated an investigation into a hit-and-run accident that occurred on Good Street. Later police located the suspect vehicle and operator; charges are currently pending at this time.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred in the River Road area. Upon arrival police were unable to locate the vehicle.
• Police received an alleged trespassing complaint.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on the Clearfield – Shawville Highway.
• Police responded to an alarm at a local business.
• Police located a dog in the area of Fire Tower Road and Krebs Highway. It is described as a black and white collie; it has a collar without tags. The dog was taken to the Clearfield County SPCA.
• Police received multiple firecracker complaints. Police checked for negligent acts; however, they didn’t observe any.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle.
• Curwensville Borough police were assisted with an incident.
• Police received a report about the alleged unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of someone on Charles Street.
• Police received a report about an accident in the area of Route 879 and Interstate 80.
• Police responded to a hit-and-run accident at CoGo’s.
• Police responded to Route 879 near Burger King, where a male was allegedly being disorderly and believed to be intoxicated. Police made contact with the male who was taken into custody and lodged at the jail.

DuBois City

• A domestic dispute occurred in the 300 block of North Third Street between a woman and her boyfriend on Friday.  Upon arrival police found the boyfriend had left and took their 6-year-old child with him. The woman alleged to police that her boyfriend pushed her.  Charges are currently pending at this time, police said.
• On Friday police responded to the Penn Highlands emergency room for a male who was allegedly being unruly and causing a problem for the staff.  Upon arrival and discussion, police said that the male was released from the ER and decided to leave with his wife.
• On Friday police responded to the 300 block of West Long Avenue for a report about a loud noise from an apartment.  Upon arrival at the scene, police made contact with the tenants who agreed to keep the noise down.
• Police received a report about an alleged assault that occurred on Friday. The caller told police he was delivering cargo on Beaver Drive; when he was leaving the facility, a security guard had confronted him about breaking policy.  He told police they were engaged in an argument when the security guard grabbed him by the throat and pushed him against his truck. Police said the man was treated and released after medical attention. When police interviewed the security guard, he claimed self-defense. Police then reviewed the surveillance and determined the security guard was the main aggressor. Police indicated that the man was from out of state and left the area before they could obtain a written statement.
• Police were dispatched to the 200 block of North Brady Street for an alleged disturbance on Friday. The callers alleged to police that they’d been followed through town and blocked by another vehicle in a parking lot.  Upon arrival police learned that the callers had served civil court papers on a male in the area.  Police said that the male was not the correct person and has asked not to be continually harassed by the process servers.  He then followed and blocked them in to tell them that he was not the correct person.  Police confirmed the local male was not the correct person involved in the civil action and directed the process servers not to further harass him.
• Police were dispatched to the 200 block of Ridge Street for an alleged trespassing complaint on Friday. Upon arrival police learned that two renters no longer wanted the male at their house and he was refusing to leave.  Police learned that the male had only spent a night or two at the residence and had not established residency. Police directed him to immediately leave the property, which he did.
• An alleged domestic dispute occurred in the 500 block of Knarr Street between a 16-year-old boy and his parents on Saturday.  Police learned that the boy had allegedly arrived home drunk, at which time he and his parents began yelling at each other.  During the dispute, he allegedly attempted to choke his mother. The boy was transported to Penn Highlands due to his intoxication; charges are currently pending against him, police said.
• Police were dispatched to an alleged disturbance between two roommates at an apartment located in the first block of North High Street on Saturday. Police were called due to one of the roommates being loud; police were able to calm everyone down.
• A Falls Creek man called police to the 400 block of Maple Avenue, where a group of kids were allegedly throwing firecrackers at passing vehicles on Saturday. Upon arrival police learned it was not kids but adults throwing firecrackers. Police spoke with the adults who denied purposely throwing firecrackers onto the roadway. Police asked the adults to exercise more caution.
• Police were dispatched to the 500 block of Liberty Boulevard on Sunday, where a woman was allegedly pounding on doors and causing a disturbance. Upon arrival police found she was allegedly highly intoxicated; she was also allegedly uncooperative and belligerent with police. Police transported the woman to the Clearfield County Jail; she was arrested for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct.
• On Sunday a vehicle was parked on South Avenue when it was struck by a white Dodge pick-up truck. The operator of the truck then fled the scene, police said.

Sandy Township

• A 71-year-old DuBois man lost control of his vehicle while driving on South Brady Street on Friday. He told police that a car was coming at his own head-on, causing him to swerve and hit a utility pole. His vehicle then traveled down between a tree and another utility pole, over shrubbery and came to rest against a metal pipe clothesline in the back yard of a home. Police said that the first utility pole was sheared off and hanging on lines over the roadway. The man reported minor injuries to police, and the vehicle was towed from the scene.
• Police received a report about a false alarm at FedEx on Saturday.
• Police were called to the Wal-Mart parking lot for an alleged assault victim on Saturday. Upon arrival police discovered the 48-year-old Florida man had fallen from his truck, causing a severe head injury. Police said that the man was taken to Penn Highlands for treatment.
• On Saturday a 20-year-old Reynolds Avenue woman alleged she was being harassed by text and social media by a known 25-year-old Shaffer Avenue man. Police handled the situation without incident.
• On Sunday police were called to the Falls Creek Sheetz for a 20-year-old Levittown woman who had been stranded there and was stopping people asking them for rides. Police located the woman and handled the situation without incident.
• A 33-year-old Maryland woman alleged that while traveling on Shaffer Road in the area of Eastern Avenue someone threw a firecracker at her vehicle. She did not see anyone and did not know if her vehicle was damaged.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of criminal trespass occurred Monday on Belsena Road in Bigler Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered a residence through the basement door and was confronted by the homeowner. They then left the residence without incident; the homeowner was unable to provide a physical description. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of terroristic threats occurred Monday on Yellow Pine Lane in Bigler Township. During the incident, a known suspect allegedly threatened to shoot the victim with a gun that was concealed on his waistband. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• An accident occurred Monday at the intersection of Stone Road and Curtin Street in Osceola Mills Borough. Further, a Chevrolet Silverado was stationary when a Chevrolet Impala operated by an 81-year-old Morann woman collided with its rear. The woman was transported for treatment of minor injuries; her vehicle was towed from the scene.
• An attempted burglary occurred Sunday on Bud Farm Lane in Pike Township. During the incident, a female allegedly attempted to open the victim’s door. However, the victim turned on the outside porch light and observed the female who immediately fled the scene. State police described the female as in her early 20’s with a thin build. She was approximately 5 feet, 5 inches tall and 110 pounds with straight, shoulder-length blonde hair. She was wearing a white shirt, dark blue sweatpants and white sneakers. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a mental health call along NW Fourth Avenue. Further, the female was taken by emergency personnel to the hospital.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment along Bridge Street. Further, passengers of a motor vehicle were allegedly harassed by pedestrians on the sidewalk. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to Pennsylvania Avenue for a vehicle accident in which a driver backed into a parked car.
• Police responded to an alleged verbal domestic along Daisy Street.
• Police responded to a welfare check at a residence along Polk Street. However, police found that the individuals were in Ford City, where an officer was able to make contact with them. Police found that the individuals were
• Police responded to a noise complaint along West Cherry Street.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of trespassing at Edgewood.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident at the Clearfield County Career & Technology Center.
• Police received a report about an animal call at Wal-Mart.
• Police were requested to assist emergency personnel at Lawrence Park Village.
• Police were requested to assist a motorist on Route 879 near the truck stop.
• Police received a report about a lost wallet.
• Police received a report about an alleged verbal domestic dispute in Hyde. Police handled the situation at the scene.
• Police received a report about suspicious activity that occurred on Turnpike Avenue Extension.
• Police received a report about a male who was allegedly passed out/sleeping in the parking lot of a business on Route 879.
• Police received a report about a psychological emergency in Hyde. Further, a female was transported to the hospital for an evaluation.
• Police received a report about an unwanted person at a business on Route 879.
• Police assisted a stranded motorist on the Krebs Highway.

DUBOIS – A DuBois man is accused of making threats against his ex-girlfriend.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office June 28, Matthew Eugene Mancuso, 38, 118 N. Second St., DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with harassment following an incident June 28.

According to the affidavit, police were contacted by a witness who said he received a text message from an unknown person, which allegedly said the victim “screwed” him (the sender) over and that the sender was “willing to do whatever I (the sender) need to bury her (the victim).” The text message also allegedly asked if the witness was “game.”

The witness said that his ex-wife was the person being threatened in the text message and the witness told police he was concerned for the victim’s safety and that of his children.

The witness told police he believed the text message came from Mancuso, as Mancuso is the victim’s boyfriend. The witness also said Mancuso had harassed him in the past and threatened to assault him.

The witness told police he was very alarmed by the message and wanted to press charges.

The officers then called the number, but got a voicemail message saying the number was for “Matt.” The officers then searched databases and confirmed the number belonged to Mancuso.

DUBOIS – District Judge Patrick Ford presided over preliminary hearings July 2.

Charges against the following defendant were withdrawn

• Todd Douglas Freeland, 43, Clearfield, had been charged by the DuBois-based state police with driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, careless driving and three summary charges.

The following defendants waived their right to a preliminary hearing. Their cases will be sent to the Clearfield County Court of Common Pleas for further disposition

• Dustin L. Douthit, 29, Reynoldsville, is charged by the DuBois City police with fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement, driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, driving at unsafe speeds, reckless driving, criminal mischief and five summary traffic charges. Bail was set at $5,000 unsecured.
• Gary Lynn Haag, 52, Luthersburg, is charged by the DuBois-based state police with assault and harassment. Bail was set at $5,000 unsecured.
• Steven D. Gillis, 30, Harriman, Tenn., is charged by the DuBois City Police with theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property and criminal mischief. Bail was set at $50,000 monetary.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime between July 1 and July 7 on Dorsey Avenue in Irvona Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly broke a window out of the Spirit & Truth Church. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at DuBois

• On Tuesday a 25-year-old Clarion woman was allegedly found to be under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance on Route 219 in Snyder Township. She was placed under arrest for suspected DUI and for the possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. Charges are currently pending laboratory analysis, state police said.
• An accident occurred Tuesday on Salem Road in Brady Township. Bronson J. Borders of DuBois was traveling southbound while Kevin W. Crouch, also of DuBois, was traveling eastbound on Kriner Road, where his vehicle came to a stop. The Crouch vehicle proceeded into the intersection to make a left-hand turn and didn’t yield to the Borders vehicle, which subsequently struck it in the 9 o’clock position. The Crouch vehicle came to a rest after being pushed southbound approximately five feet; the Borders vehicle came to a controlled rest on Kriner Road, facing west. Occupants of both vehicles were wearing their seatbelts; Crouch was injured in the accident, state police said. State police were assisted at the scene by the Brady Township Volunteer Fire Department and towing services.

State police at Philipsburg

• A Ruger LCR .38-caliber was lost or stolen in the Philipsburg area sometime July 1-5. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• An incident of access device fraud occurred June 19 on East Pine Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly accessed the victim’s bank account to make purchases in New York.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of access device fraud occurred July 2 on Friendly Lane in Big Run Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly gained access to the victim’s credit card and made fraudulent purchases. The estimated amount of the purchases was $397, state police said.
• An incident of theft by unlawful taking occurred July 3 at Wal-Mart in Young Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed the victim’s wallet from a shopping cart. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a welfare check at a garage along Daisy Street. Everything was found to be OK.
• Police responded to a report about a male who was allegedly laying in a parking lot along Merrill Street. He was allegedly found to be under the influence of an intoxicating substance. Charges have been filed against him, police said.
• Police received a report about a custody issue, which was civil in nature. The complainants were advised to speak with their lawyer, police said.
• Police responded to a minor vehicle accident along West Front Street.
• Police were contacted by Tyrone police in reference to a felony warrant. Police were able to locate the male suspect and take him into custody without incident. Police then turned the male over into the custody of Tyrone police.
• Police responded to an alleged incident of harassment at a residence along East Cherry Street. Police warned the actor for his actions and advised that charges would be filed if he continued.
• Police located an open door on a local business. Officers searched the interior and found everything to be OK.  A key holder responded and secured the building, police said.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout along River Road. Police were able to gain entry without damage.
• Police responded to an East Cherry Street residence for a report about a cardiac arrest. Upon arrival the patient was found to be OK and had just fallen asleep. Police said that emergency personnel arrived at the scene and evaluated the patient for precautions.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief in the area of Highview Road.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of trespassing on Cindy Lane.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications.
• Police received an animal complaint about a dead deer on the roadway.
• Police received a report about an alleged phone scam.
• Police received a report about a male who was allegedly intoxicated at Dairy Queen.
• Clearfield Borough police were assisted with serving a felony warrant out of Tyrone.

Curwensville Borough

• Police responded to Bailor Drive on Saturday, where a Grampian man was allegedly threatening to harm others with a firearm. However, he fled prior to police arrival. He was located Monday and charged with terroristic threats, simple assault, disorderly conduct and harassment. He was released on bail to await his preliminary hearing.
• Police received a report about a person(s) who was allegedly knocking on windows of a McNaul Street residence on Sunday.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief that occurred at a Bailor Drive business. During the incident, someone allegedly caused damage to the parking area.
• On Tuesday a Curwensville man who was operating a Sedan exited the Dollar General parking area. He crossed over South Street and impacted a residence, causing minor damage. His vehicle was driven from the scene, police said.

DuBois City

• Police were dispatched to a single-vehicle accident Monday at the intersection of West Weber Avenue and Wood Street. Upon arrival police made contact with the 89-year-old man who was involved in the accident. He was attempting to turn his vehicle around; as he went to apply his brakes, he accidentally hit his gas pedal. He then lost control of his vehicle, drove over the sidewalk, through his yard and into a telephone pole.  He sustained minor injuries as a result, and his vehicle had to be towed from the scene.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident Monday at the intersection of South Jared Street and Brown Alley.  Further, a 1997 Dodge Intrepid was travelling on South Jared Street when a 2004 Lexus RX350 pulled out in front of it from Brown Alley.  When the Lexus’ driver took action, the Dodge struck the Lexus on South Jared Street. No injuries were reported, and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Robinson Street on Monday for a male who was allegedly walking up the roadway and yelling at someone on his cell phone.  The caller told police that the male was also carrying a wooden baseball bat and acting in a very aggressive manner.  Police searched the area for the male but were unable to locate him.
• On Monday police were dispatched to a residence on the 100 block of South State Street for an alleged theft by deception incident.  The victim told police that he attempted to buy a Play Station 4 from someone on Facebook. He allegedly sent $100 to the seller by Western Union; however, he has never received the Play Station 4. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police were dispatched to a residence on the 100 block of South Jared Street on Tuesday for an alleged verbal domestic dispute. The caller told police that the male who was allegedly involved in the domestic dispute was intoxicated and causing problems.  Upon police arrival, both parties agreed to separate for the rest of the night.  The male was taken to his mother’s residence, where he stayed overnight.
• Police were dispatched to the area of Division Street and Beaver Drive on Tuesday for individuals who were allegedly throwing firecrackers at other vehicles from a gold Jeep.  The caller told police that the Jeep was last seen travelling on Beaver Drive and heading towards the DuBois Mall.  Police searched the area but were unable to locate it; the incident remains under investigation at this time.
• On Tuesday police were dispatched to the area of North Franklin Street after a vehicle reportedly exited the roadway and crashed into a light pole. Its driver then fled the scene.  A witness told police an older model, gray Sedan exited the roadway and impacted the pole, knocking it over and destroying it.  The witness also told police that the vehicle had substantial damage to the front end area. Police searched the area for the vehicle, but it was gone upon arrival. The investigation continues at this time, and anyone with information is asked to contact the DuBois City police.

Sandy Township

• On Tuesday a Falls Creek man was waiting to turn onto Maple Avenue from Shaffer Road when a vehicle driven by a Brockway man failed to stop in time to avoid hitting him from behind. No injuries and minor damage were reported, police said.
• As a 22-year-old DuBois man was backing up in the DuBois Mall parking lot on Tuesday, he hit a vehicle being driven by a 25-year-old woman. No injuries and minor damage were reported, police said.

DUBOIS – A Brockway man stands accused of allegedly reporting a theft that never happened.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office June 29, Devin Michael Keith, 28, 45 Keith Ln., Brockway, is charged by the Sandy Township police with filing false reports.

According to the affidavit, police were called to the parking lot of the DuBois Mall for a stolen vehicle. The reports said the stolen vehicle was heading to the mud pits behind Lowe’s.

The caller said he was a friend of the victim who was following behind the stolen Jeep. However, when officers arrived, there was no one around.

The victim then contacted the 911 center and said he was coming to the police station to speak to the officers.

The victim, Keith, said he had parked his Jeep in the parking lot near Sears in the morning due to engine problems and got a ride from his friend. Keith said he then called his father to tell him the Jeep broke down and Keith and his father went to the mall to get the vehicle, but it was gone.

Keith’s father said he was going to go back to the mud pits to look for the vehicle. He returned and said the Jeep was there but the keys were missing.

Keith filled out a written statement and the officers asked if Keith was telling the whole story, and that he didn’t get the vehicle stuck in the mud the following night. Keith said no and insisted he had parked the vehicle in the parking lot.

The officers then attempted to contact Keith’s friend who claimed he had been behind the vehicle, but the calls went to voicemail.

Police then spoke to the friend that had picked Keith up at the mall parking lot. The friend said that Keith had told him that he had been out “mudding” with Keith all night but got the Jeep stuck in the mud behind Lowe’s. The friend said Keith asked him to try to pull the Jeep out, but he refused and took Keith home.

The officers then spoke to Keith, who allegedly admitted to getting the Jeep stuck and that it was never stolen. Keith said he “got scared” and didn’t know what else to do.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of burglary occurred July 4 on North Front Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the victims’ apartment and removed a bowl of coin money and a laptop computer. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• On Wednesday state police were contacted about an all-terrain vehicle that had been located on Dike Road in Rush Township. State police took the ATV and impounded it. However, the owner was located by state police and the ATV was relinquished to them.
• An incident of receiving stolen property occurred July 3 in the area of Jesse Street in Rush Township. State police recovered an ATV that had allegedly been reported as stolen from the Chester Hill area on June 30. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• An incident of theft occurred July 5 on Dogwood Drive in Rush Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed $50 from the victim’s bed stand while he wasn’t in his room. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An attempted burglary occurred July 1 on Doe Alley in Mahaffey Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly attempted to gain entry into the victim’s residence by prying open a window screen. The incident remains under investigation at this time, and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a vehicle lockout at a residence along Reed Street. Police were able to gain entry without damage.
• Police responded to a mental health call at a residence along Reed Street.
• Police responded to the alleged theft of mail at a residence along North Second Street. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged sexual assault. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout at a residence along Pennsylvania Avenue. Police were able to gain entry without damage.
• Police were dispatched to the area of Sheetz for an alleged DUI incident. Police made contact with the driver who, after a field sobriety test, was taken into custody and transported to the hospital for a blood test. Charges will be filed pending the result of the blood test, police said.
• Police were dispatched to a local office building for a burglar alarm. Upon arrival police found it to be a false alarm.
• Police responded to assist emergency personnel with an alcohol overdose along School Avenue.
• Police responded to the hospital for a patient who was allegedly being disorderly. Upon arrival police found the patient had been transported to the hospital earlier for an overdose within Lawrence Township police’s As a result, township police responded to the scene to take custody of the male, as they had filed charges against him. Police later returned to the hospital with township police to take custody of another male who was also allegedly involved in the same incident from earlier; township police also took custody of that male on charges.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a parking complaint that occurred on Pauline Drive.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of access device fraud.
• Police receiving a driving complaint on Route 879 near Wal-Mart.
• Police received a report about an alleged IRS phone scam.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of corruption of minors.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief that resulted in a theft.
• Police responded to check the welfare of an individual on Mount Joy Road.

Decatur Township

• Police assisted a motorist who was ill when he pulled over at the police station. Emergency personnel provided the male with transport.
• Police responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Irvin Drive and Route 322. Further, police found a driver turned in front of oncoming traffic after failing to observe other vehicles proceeding through the intersection.
• Police received a report about a civil dispute. As a result, police referred the parties to the magistrate’s office.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft at CVS. Further, police said the actor admitted to the theft at the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief that occurred at a Houtzdale Laundromat on McAteer Street. Further, police were told that it’s suspected that juveniles are setting paper on fire and throwing it into washing machines. Smoke damage was reported to police who advise patrons to supervise children at all times at the facility.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft from a local business, which involved a motor vehicle.
• Police received a report about a dog that was allegedly stolen. Two parties who were separated were involved in the incident, police said. Police advised it was a civil matter to be handled by the magistrate.
• Police received a report about a broken down vehicle on Spring Street. Upon arrival police found it was missing a tire, and towing services responded to the scene to remove the vehicle.
• Police responded to the area of Sheetz, where a male was allegedly intoxicated and staggering. Upon arrival police were unable to locate the male.
• Morris-Cooper Regional police were assisted with a wanted person who was taken into custody.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of fraud from a township male. The male told police he’d been contacted by phone by someone who claimed to be with the IRS. Police said this is a common scam and warned residents to neither provide personal information, nor to wire money.