Lynn S. Kovach (Provided photo)

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP – Lawrence Township police are seeking the public’s assistance with locating a Clearfield male for whom they have an arrest warrant.

Police say they have an arrest warrant for Lynn S. Kovach, 30, of Clearfield. He is wanted for an alleged simple assault incident that occurred June 28.

Kovach is a Caucasian male and stands 5 feet, 6 inches tall. His last known address was at the Economy Inn, located on South Second Street, Clearfield.

Anyone with information on Kovach’s whereabouts is asked to contact Lawrence Township police at 814-765-1533.

State police at Ridgway

• An incident of DUI occurred Friday in the area of Laurel Mill and Bear Creek roads in Spring Creek Township. During the incident, a 57-year-old Ridgway man was allegedly observed committing a traffic violation and determined to be under the influence of alcohol. He was taken to the Elk Penn Highlands Hospital for a legal blood draw. Charges are currently pending the results of the blood draw, state police said.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a traffic complaint on River Road. Further, a tractor-trailer driver had attempted to turn around, as it wouldn’t be able to pass under the railroad bridge.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on the bypass. Further, a tractor-trailer hauling cars was reportedly traveling all over the roadway. Police checked on the driver who was not under the influence.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft of lottery tickets.
• Police received a report about a female juvenile who was allegedly being disorderly and making threats. Charges were filed against her, police said.
• Police received a report about an alarm at a business on Route 879. Upon arrival police found an open door; when police searched the business, there wasn’t anyone inside. Police advised the alarm company of this and secured the business.
• Police received a report about an alleged retail theft at the Sapp Bros Truck Stop. Upon arrival police found a driver had pumped approximately $54 in diesel fuel and then failed to pay. Police located the driver and determined they’d used a credit card that hadn’t been activated yet.  The driver returned to Sapp Bros. and provided an alternative form of payment.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about a vehicle that’d been driven into a house Wednesday on Alleghany Street. Police said a vehicle wasn’t at the scene; however, damage had occurred to the house.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct. Upon investigation police determined there wasn’t any violation.
• Police warned an Anderson Avenue resident who had burned items. Police advised the resident of burning regulations and that if his actions continued, he will receive a citation.
• Police received a report about a Curwensville man who was allegedly attacked by several dogs while walking on Moose Street. Further, the man was bitten by one of the dogs. Police located the owner of the dogs who will be issued several citations. Police would like to remind residents their pets must be leashed and they are responsible for their pet’s actions.

DuBois City

• Police were dispatched to North Brady Street for a report about an alleged disorderly male on Wednesday. Upon arrival police found a male had entered the store and asked for a free cup of water. However, police said the male filled the cup with soda and attempted to leave without paying. When an employee confronted the male about paying for the soda police said he allegedly began yelling; eventually, he dumped out the soda and filled the cup with water. The male then left the store prior to police arrival.
• Police were dispatched to the area of South Brady Street and Shaffer Avenue for a report about suspicious activity on Wednesday.  The caller told police there was an intoxicated male and female walking in the area. The caller also feared the couple may be steeling from cars.  Upon arrival police were neither able to find anyone who matched the description nor any evidence of theft.
• Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident Wednesday at the intersection of West Park Avenue and New Street.  Upon arrival police found a 30-year-old Brockway man failed to stop his vehicle and rear-ended another driven by a 54-year-old Punxsutawney woman. Both drivers exchanged information at the scene. Police learned the man had never possessed a valid driver’s license; he was cited for the accident.
• While on routine patrol Wednesday, police observed a vehicle back into a post on North Brady Street and cause damage.  Upon investigation police found that the vehicle was out of inspection, had a fraudulent inspection sticker and an expired registration; police also found that the driver’s license was under suspension. Police will cite the driver for numerous violations.
• Police were dispatched to an alleged burglary in progress in the 500 block of Clinton Alley on Thursday. The victim told police her estranged boyfriend had climbed into her second-floor window and assaulted her.  Upon arrival police allegedly located the male inside the house and he was intoxicated; he allegedly refused to cooperate and answer questions.  The victim told police the male moved out days ago and was not to be in the house.  She alleged that the male had climbed in her window and began to yell and scream at her.  She also alleged that he became increasingly angry and shoved her to the ground. Police arrested the male for burglary, simple assault, criminal trespass, loitering and prowling at night, harassment and public drunkenness.
• On Thursday police were called to the intersection of North Jared Street and West Scribner Avenue for a report about a man who was sleeping on the sidewalk. Upon arrival police found that the male had been out walking all night after arguing with his family.  He was advised to return to his house and not to sleep on the sidewalk. An hour later, police were dispatched to the 300 block of Quarry Avenue for a report about a male who was sleeping in the caller’s vehicle. Upon arrival police found the same man from the previous incident. This time police arrested the male for public drunkenness and detained him until a family member could take custody of him.
• Police were dispatched to the 500 block of Reams Street Thursday for a report about two dogs running loose in the neighborhood.  The caller told police it was an ongoing problem with their neighbor’s two Chihuahuas.  Police attempted to catch the two dogs but were unable to get close enough.  Police said that the owner’s children were able to bring the dogs under control. Police said that citations may be issued as a result of the incident.
• While on patrol Thursday, police observed a known female who had outstanding warrants. Police made contact with the female and took her into custody without incident.  She was transported to Clearfield County Jail.

Sandy Township

• A 911 hang-up call was received from a Sher De Lin road residence on Wednesday. Police found the residence to be vacant.
• On Wednesday Wal-Mart employees alleged that in June a woman made a fraudulent return and then failed to ring up three items, totaling $43.88 at the self-checkout. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• On Wednesday Wal-Mart employees alleged that an unknown man took two computers valued at $1,298 without paying for them. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• On Wednesday Wal-Mart employees alleged that a woman failed to properly ring up $233.42 worth of merchandise at the self-checkout. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• On Thursday a 37-year-old Walnut Avenue man reported that his mountain bike, which was parked next to his porch, was stolen.
• Police received a report about a suspicious male who was outside of the Wine & Spirits Store in the Sandy Plaza and acting strangely on Thursday. Police located him and determined he had several bench warrants, stemming from incidents in DuBois City.  The man was taken into custody and transported to CCJ by DuBois City police.

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 – A Punxsutawney man accused of setting fire to the Gibby’s Warehouse in DuBois has pleaded guilty.

Zachary Thomas Coombs, 21, 1025 Big Run Prescottville Rd., Punxsutawney, was sentenced to state prison after pleading guilty to arson, risking a catastrophe, three counts of criminal mischief, burglary, theft by unlawful taking and 10 counts of recklessly endangering another person.

He was given a three to six-year sentence by President Judge Fredric J. Ammerman. An original plea agreement for an 18-month minimum sentence was rejected by Ammerman, who asked for a three-year minimum sentence.

Coombs’s attorney, Douglas Campbell, argued for a lower maximum sentence, but Ammerman said although he didn’t want to send a 21-year-old man to state prison, the maximum sentence in this case had to be six years.

Coombs must pay almost $300,000 in restitution.

Ammerman noted that “this was a very serious fire” with numerous area fire departments responding.

“Thank goodness no one got killed,” he said.

Also charged in this case was Timothy J. Young, 19, 1406 Million Dollar Hwy., Kersey. He pleaded guilty to burglary, three counts of criminal mischief and criminal trespass.

Ammerman sentenced him to nine months to 18 months in the county jail and two years consecutive probation. It was noted that Young cooperated with authorities in the investigation. He was fined $350 plus costs and must pay $477.50 in restitution.

According to the affidavits of probable cause, the fire was considered suspicious after fire department personnel noticed the side door of the building was pried open. The building had been spray painted with “DTY” and “bomb.” That same night several other buildings in the area were marked with these words.

Police received information Jan. 6 from a witness who said Coombs and Young had stayed at his East Park Avenue residence. Coombs had painted the word “bomb” on his daughter’s bedroom wall.

The witness later found comic books, a knife with a train engraved on the blade, a flashlight, costume jewelry and a photograph had been brought into his home by the two men.

Young was questioned on Jan. 7 and admitted that he and Coombs had walked around town and tagged buildings. They tried to get into the Gibby’s Building after they stopped at the Dollar Store but it was locked with a pad lock, he said. They returned to the witness’ residence.

After midnight they climbed out of a window and walked back to Gibby’s, according to Young. He said Coombs had a flat head screwdriver with him that they used to pry open the door at the Gibby’s building.

Coombs located a flashlight that assisted them in looking around the building. Coombs found comic books, a knife and a binder full of cards that he kept. Young said he didn’t find anything he wanted.

After they found a can of spray paint, they used it to spray motorcycles inside the building.

Young told police that Coombs kept saying they should burn the building down. He found a can of lighter fluid and said they could use it but he did not spray the fluid around. They walked outside because Coombs wanted to show Young how cans of jell that they found in the building stay lit but the wind kept blowing them out. They went back into the building where Coombs lit the cans again near a locker inside the door. Young said he went back outside at this point and Coombs stayed inside for two or three minutes.

They tagged the building and other buildings as they walked around. Before returning to the witness’ residence Coombs told Young that he had put pallets on top of the flames that he lit when Young left the Gibby’s building. They returned to the witness’ residence and climbed back in through the window, Young said.

Two other witnesses told police that Coombs told them that he had started the fire.

When police spoke with Coombs he was wearing a camouflage cap with “bomb” written on the bill. He explained that “bomb” is his tag because he’s been described as a short fuse bomb.

He admitted to tagging some of the buildings but said they never went inside the Gibby’s building. He said he wouldn’t go in there because of all the bad things that happened to his friends there and it should be burnt to the ground.

When asked if he did try to burn it to the ground, he responded “if I wanted to burn the building down I would do it right.”

He changed his story several times but eventually admitted to being in the building and taking the items found at the witness’ residence. He said they were lighting spray cans when the flame came back onto the nozzle. He said he threw the can before it blew up and they left.

While Coombs was incarcerated in the Jefferson County Jail, he sent his father a letter admitting to setting the fire.

“I burndt down Gibbies,” he wrote. The letter goes on to say he saw himself as a “philanthropist” and claimed multiple girls were raped or people attempted to rape them in the building.

“I officially had nothing to lose but my freedom,” he wrote.

According to previous reports, the building sustained more than $500,000 damage, a fire truck suffered damage costing more than $13,600 and damage to the buildings that were spray painted is estimated at $830.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Saturday on Beech Street in Curwensville Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly damaged a front vanity license plate and its holder on the victim’s vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of public drunkenness occurred Saturday on Bloomington Avenue Extension in Pike Township. During the incident, a 33-year-old Curwensville man was allegedly highly intoxicated and caused a disturbance. Charges were filed against the man through the district court, state police said.
• An incident of burglary occurred Saturday on Decatur Street in Decatur Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the victim’s residence by removing a window fan. Once inside they didn’t remove anything from the residence, state police said; the incident remains under investigation at this time.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred July 7 on Station Road in Brady Township. During the incident, a 22-year-old Luthersburg man allegedly spun donuts on an all-terrain vehicle as the victim operated her vehicle by his residence. The man’s ATV allegedly threw rocks into the victim’s windshield, which caused damage, state police said. Charges were filed against the man through the district court.
• The Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal and the Brockway Fire Department investigated a vehicle fire that occurred July 6 at a Beechton Road residence in Washington Township. Further, the victim’s vehicle became involved in a fire while it was parked too close to a fire within an outdoor fire ring. Damage to the victim’s truck was estimated at $30,000, state police said.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime July 8-10 on Allens Mills Road in Washington Township. During the incident, someone allegedly vandalized and damaged two vehicles owned by the first victim, as well as two vehicles owned by a second victim. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652.
• An incident of simple assault occurred July 8 at a residence in Union Township. Further, the alleged victim was treated for injuries sustained at his residence at the DuBois Penn Highlands Hospital. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.

State police at Philipsburg

• State police received a report about a plastic trash bag that was placed Friday or Saturday in a yard south of the intersection of South Eagle Valley and Walker Hollow roads in Union Township. When the caller looked inside the bag they found a dead dog wrapped in a towel, state police said. The dog, according to state police, was a Yorkshire terrier with a small purple collar and camo harness with green trim. State police indicated a microchip wasn’t found inside the dog, which had a bite mark on its left side. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of aggravated assault occurred Thursday on Water Street in Big Run Borough. During the incident, a male and female allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation that turned physical. Further, the female allegedly threatened the male with a box cutter. Charges are currently pending against both at this time, state police said.
• On Friday state police apprehended Derrick L. Boscarelli, 31, of Brookpark, Ohio on Route 36 in Oliver Township. He was taken into custody due to having an active warrant in Ohio. Boscarelli was taken to the Jefferson County Jail to await extradition to Ohio.
• A protection from abuse order violation was reported to state police Saturday on Allison Road in McCalmont Township. Upon investigation the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office decided that a known male would not be charged with indirect criminal contempt.
• An incident of recklessly endangering another person occurred Saturday at an East Main Street residence in Big Run Borough. Further, charges against a 28-year-old man stem from an investigation in which he allegedly left his sons who are a 6-year-old and a 1-year-old outside without supervision. Both children were allegedly playing near Route 119, state police said.
• An incident of burglary occurred sometime between June 18 and Thursday on Harriger Hollow Road in Knox Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the residence and removed a queen-sized mattress and box spring, fans, a 32-inch television, a microwave, a tool box, a power drill, a vacuum, a hair dryer and straightener, a tray table, battery-operated lanterns, a lamp, slippers and a tote of pillows. The total amount of the stolen property is $805, state police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime between Friday and Sunday on Rails to Trails off of Moore Road in Clover Township. During the incident, someone allegedly spray painted words onto the bridge. Damage is estimated at $320, state police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

State police at Ridgway

• An incident of terroristic threats occurred Sunday at the Twins Lake Campground in Jones Township. During the incident, a known 40-year-old Windber man allegedly pointed a shotgun at the victim. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• An incident of criminal trespass/criminal mischief occurred sometime between July 5 and Sunday on land above the Beaver Development in Fox Township. During the incident, someone allegedly caused damage to the victim’s property and then fled the scene. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the state police at Ridgway at 814-776-6136.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a local business for a report about a male customer who was allegedly being disruptive. Upon arrival police spoke with the male who agreed to calm down.
• Police received a complaint about a male who was allegedly breaking into a family member’s residence. The victim wanted him advised by police to stay off of the property. Police spoke with the male and advised him of the complaint; he agreed to stay off of the property.
• Police were contacted about renters who were allegedly destroying a residence. As the incident was civil in nature, police directed the caller to seek legal counsel.
• Police received a complaint about an alleged incident of harassment by communications.  Police contacted the actor and warned that charges would be filed if the harassment continued toward the victim.
• Police responded to a parking complaint at a residence along East Walnut Street. Police advised the driver of the violation and they moved the vehicle.
• Police located an intoxicated male along South Third Street.  He was released to a sober adult, and a citation for public drunkenness was filed against him.
• Police conducted a traffic stop and after failing a field sobriety test, the driver was transported to the hospital for a blood-alcohol draw.  The driver was released to a sober adult; charges are being filed, police said.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on NW Fourth Avenue.
• Police responded to South Third Street for a minor traffic accident.
• Police received a report about stolen bicycles from an East Pine Street address.
• Police received a complaint about bad checks.  The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a complaint about bad checks.  The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about a suspicious person along Daisy Street.  The actor was gone upon police arrival.
• Police received a report about underage drinking. Police located the juveniles and spoke with their parents.  Both juveniles submitted to a breath test, which showed negative results for alcohol. Police said that the complaint was unfounded as a result.
• Police responded to a report about a known male who was allegedly acting suspicious at a residence along Nichols Street. The male was gone upon police arrival. However, the victim wanted him advised by police that he was not welcomed there and not to return. Police made contact with the male at his residence and advised him of the complaint.  At this point, police learned that the male had warrants through Clearfield Borough and Westmoreland County. Police served both warrants on the male.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft from a residence along Dorey Street.  The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged incident of criminal mischief along Power Avenue. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police responded to the 700 block of Ogden Avenue for a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct.  The actors were gone upon police arrival to the scene.
• While on patrol, police located an alleged incident of criminal mischief along Daisy Street in which a motorcycle was pushed over. The incident remains under investigation, and anyone with information is asked to contact borough police.
• Police responded to an alarm at a local business.  Upon arrival police discovered it to be a false alarm.
• Police assisted with traffic control for the Tour de Susquehanna.
• Police responded to a residence for an intentional overdose.  Police said that the patient was found to be awake and coherent. Emergency personnel transported the patient to the hospital for an evaluation following a 302 petition.
• Police responded to a local business for a burglar alarm.  Upon arrival police discovered it to be a false alarm.
• Police assisted with a disabled vehicle along Bigler Avenue.
• Police responded to the 500 block of Daisy Street for a report about two pit bulls that were running loose.  The dogs were recovered by the owner prior to police arrival.
• Police received complaints about a juvenile male who was allegedly riding his bike in front of cars. The male was located and police advised his mother of the complaint.
• Police received several complaints about a yellow corvette spinning tires in the area of Leavy Avenue. Police located the vehicle and charges are pending against the owner.
• Police received a report about a lost dog.  It’s a mostly white Jack Russell Terrier with some black on it back and ears.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout along East Walnut Street. Police were able to gain entry without damage.

Lawrence Township

• Clearfield Borough police were assisted with serving a felony warrant on George Street.
• Police received a report about the alleged theft of a license plate that was removed from a company truck.
• Police received a report about an accident without injuries at the Clearfield Mall.
• Police received a report about low wires on Corner Lane and Barn and Bucks roads.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft incident that occurred at an area hotel. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about a female who was allegedly driving without a license. Police located her on Woodland Road, and a citation will be issued against her.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct at the Sapp Bros. Truck Stop.
• Police received a report about lost, mislaid or stolen medication that occurred at Wal-Mart.
• Police received a report about an alarm at a local business.
• Police received a report about a suspicious person at the Rec Park.
• Police received a report about an alleged assault.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of an employee at a business on Route 879. Upon arrival police found the man to be OK.
• Police received a report about a dog that was inside a vehicle in the Plaza Drive area. The dog wasn’t in any distress, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged disorderly female in the area of West Front Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft at the Lawrence Park Village. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred in front of McDonald’s on South Second Street.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of someone in the area of Legion Road.
• Police assisted with a psychological emergency in Hillsdale.

DuBois City

• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle Friday in the 300 block of Hubert Street. The vehicle, according to police, was running; however, there wasn’t anyone inside of it. When police made contact with the vehicle’s owner and their passenger they were found to be under the influence of alcohol. Police noted that the vehicle was legally parked, and the owner called for a ride.
• Police received a report about suspicious activity Friday in the 200 block of West Long Avenue. Police made contact with the occupants of a van, and both had suspended driver’s licenses. A friend arrived, police said, to drive them from the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft Saturday at a residence in the 100 block of East Scribner Avenue. The victim told police that multiple items were stolen from her yard; the incident remains under investigation at this time.
• Police received a report about multiple males who were allegedly fighting Saturday in a business parking lot in the 600 block of Liberty Boulevard. Upon making contact with the males, police requested they leave the area. However, one male allegedly continued to antagonize the others and wouldn’t leave per the police request. After repeated orders, police arrested the male for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct; he was transported to the Clearfield County Jail on a detainer.
• Police received a report about a pit bull that was reportedly running loose Saturday in the area of DuBois Avenue and Hamor Street. However, a passerby picked up the dog and transported it to the police station; it was placed in a kennel and later retrieved by its owner. Police said the dog’s owner will be cited for multiple violations.
• Police received a report about a beagle mix dog that was reportedly running loose Saturday in the 100 block of East Washington Avenue. The dog’s owner contacted police and it was returned without incident.
• Police received a barking dog complaint Saturday that occurred in the 500 block of Locust Street. The caller told police that two dogs were left outside on a continuous basis and bark all day.

Decatur Township

• Police received a report about a male who allegedly threatened the victim with a gun at a Venettas Lane address. Upon arrival police found that the male never brandished a gun, and the two agreed to cease contact with each other.
• Police received a report about a family dispute involving property and where a male allegedly had a gun. Upon arrival police determined there wasn’t any threat.
• Police received a report about a male who was allegedly being disorderly at a clinic. The male left the area prior to police arrival but will be cited for disorderly conduct.
• Police received a report about suspicious activity after a jacket was found in an Eliza Street resident’s yard in Houtzdale. The caller told police it appeared that there was blood on the inside of the jacket.
• Police received a report about the alleged theft of a chainsaw. It was orange and white in color and valued at $600. Police said it was reported as stolen sometime between October of 2014 and July 4.
• Police received a report about two females who were allegedly involved in a fight at a Six Mile Road address. Upon arrival to the scene, police learned there wasn’t anyone inside while County Control had attempted numerous times to reach someone. Police said the phone was shut off after an unknown female related she’d dialed the wrong number.
• Police received a report about an alleged employee theft at Auto Zone. Further, police said a known employee was allegedly caught completing false warranty exchanges; the employee allegedly admitted to the theft in interviews with police and loss prevention employees.

HARRISBURG — Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane has announced the arrest of two Allegheny County men charged with various crimes, including conspiring to deal heroin.

The arrests were made Sunday in Logan Township, Blair County. Investigators also seized nearly 900 packets of heroin as part of the investigation.

The arrests were the result of a joint operation between agents from the Office of Attorney General’s Bureau of Narcotics Investigation, members of the Attorney General’s Region 4 West Task Force and the Altoona City Police Department.

Sha’ron Raymere Wilson, 23, 2704 Stewart St., McKeesport, and Darrell Maurice Lewis, 22, 7303 Burton St., Pittsburgh, were the defendants taken into custody.

Investigators on Sunday reported conducting a controlled purchase of heroin with Lewis along the 400 block of Orchard Avenue. After the purchase, investigators said they followed Lewis to a room at the Motel 6 located at 1500 Sterling St.

Investigators set up surveillance on the room and said they later arrested Lewis as he was leaving. He was allegedly found with six packets of suspected heroin and a .38 caliber revolver, which investigators said was reported stolen.

Wilson also was spotted peering out of the same motel room’s window, investigators allege. They obtained a key card to the room and took Wilson into custody.

After obtaining a search warrant, an additional 880 packets of heroin — with a street value of roughly $17,600 — and a 9 mm handgun were reportedly seized. Investigators also seized $1,100, two cell phones and a small amount of marijuana.

Lewis is charged with three counts of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and two counts each of criminal conspiracy/possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and possession of a controlled substance.

Other single counts filed against Lewis are possession of heroin, possession of a small amount of marijuana, persons not to possess a firearm, carrying a firearm without a license, receiving stolen property and criminal use of a communication facility.

Wilson is charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance and one count each of criminal conspiracy/possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver, criminal conspiracy/delivery of heroin, delivery of heroin, possession with intent to deliver heroin, criminal use of a communication facility and possession of a small amount of marijuana.

Lewis and Wilson are both being held in the Blair County Prison in lieu of $30,000 bail. Preliminary hearings are tentatively scheduled for July 23. The suspects will be prosecuted by the Blair County district attorney’s office.

Kane thanked the Altoona City Police Department, Region 4 West Task Force members and Operation Our Town for their efforts during the investigation.

Individuals who have witnessed a drug deal in their neighborhood or suspect illegal drug activity where they live or work can send an anonymous tip to the Office of Attorney General by texting PADRUGS + YOUR TIP to 847411.

Fugitive of the Week: Danny Wilson (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. has announced Clearfield County’s Fugitive of the Week for the week of July 13.

Shaw identified the fugitive as Danny Wilson, 36, of Swoope Street, Brisbin. Wilson is wanted for failure to appear at a Criminal Call held on July 7.

On Feb. 27, 2015, Trooper Dennis Peters of the Pennsylvania State Police, Clearfield barracks, filed a criminal complaint against Wilson. He charged Wilson with driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substance, M; possession of a controlled substance, M; possession of a small amount of marijuana, M; possession of drug paraphernalia, M; and related summary offenses.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, while on routine patrol Feb. 3, Peters allegedly observed the operator of a vehicle without a registration displayed execute a turn without using a turn signal.

A traffic stop was conducted as a result, and upon making contact with the operator, identified as Wilson, Peters allegedly detected signs of impairment. Peters also allegedly found controlled substances during contact with Wilson.

Wilson was then transported to the Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital for blood testing.

A preliminary hearing was scheduled for April 8, at which time all charges were held for court. On July 7, Wilson failed to appear for a Criminal Call, and a warrant was issued for his arrest

Wilson is described as a Caucasian male who stands 6 feet tall. He has blue eyes and brown hair.

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

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

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield woman accused of taking more than $64,000 from an elderly woman while serving as her power of attorney pleaded guilty during plea and sentencing court.

Kathy Ann Martin, 57, 301 Ogden Ave., Clearfield, pleaded guilty to 15 counts of theft by unlawful taking and was sentenced to serve six months to five years in state prison.

Originally she was charged with 763 counts each of theft by unlawful taking, theft by deception, receiving stolen property and 549 counts of other reason access device is unauthorized by user. She must pay $64,668.18 in restitution.

Prior to sentencing, attorney Chris Pentz stated that it was “not a plan” for her to take these funds and commented that sometimes people just step over the line. Now she has been snapped back to reality and is ready to accept her punishment, he said. He noted that the recommended sentence was six times the sentencing range for someone with no criminal record.

Judge Fredric J. Ammerman responded that the 89-year-old victim lost her home due to foreclosure and this case was not just a mishandling of funds.

The victim “asked for money for glasses and special shoes and was told she did not have the money for that,” Ammerman said. This was while Martin was using the victim’s money for gambling and taking trips.

No restitution has yet been made and Ammerman noted that the victim will not get her money back in her lifetime.

He said the guideline sentencing in this case did not match the crime. When he started sounding as if he were going to send her to state prison, Pentz asked to withdraw the plea, but Ammerman refused.

Martin apologized and as she cried, admitted she made a mistake.

The charges stem from her actions while serving as power of attorney for the victim from March 29, 2001 to Oct. 1, 2013.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, Valerie Darrow, Protective Services Manager at the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging told police that Martin had been using the victim’s checking account as her own. There were charges for Pittsburgh Pirate tickets, campsite reservations and many other questionable transactions on her account.

The victim spoke with police explaining Martin would take $20 out of her account once in a while to buy something that she needed. Martin did not have permission to take out more than that. At other times, she would order food for the victim, but not very often.

The investigation uncovered numerous transactions to First Energy and Fuel & Save for Martin and her husband’s accounts. Martin had been using the victim’s account to pay her fuel bill as early as 2004.

Numerous transactions were found to a Timberland Credit Union account that totaled $16,195. It was also discovered that Martin had written checks for regular trips to a casino. The bus driver said Martin and her husband traveled to the casino almost every month.

It was determined that Martin had taken $64,668.18 from these transactions, none of which benefited the victim.

DUBOIS – District Judge Patrick Ford of DuBois presided over Preliminary Hearings July 10.

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.

• Gregory Joel Carbett, 38, DuBois, is charged by the Sandy Township police with retail theft. Bail was set at $2,500 unsecured.
• Joseph Andrew Richtarsic, an inmate at the Clearfield County Jail, is charged by the Sandy Township police with assault and harassment. Bail was set at $1,000 monetary.
• Scott Charles Sharp, 41, DuBois, is charged by the Sandy Township police with driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, careless driving, public drunkenness, restrictions on alcoholic beverages, and two summary traffic charges. Bail was set at $2,500 unsecured.
• Matthew Wayne Pearson II, 19, an inmate at the Clearfield County Jail, is charged by the DuBois City police with manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or possess a controlled substance, possession of a small amount of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance. Bail was set at $5,000 unsecured.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime Sunday or Monday at the Osceola Mills Community Library. Further, volunteers alleged to state police that an act of vandalism occurred at the library and they invested donated time to clean up after flowers were pulled from decorative pots. The vandals also allegedly put dog feces and cigarette butts into the book return bin, the volunteers told state police. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of theft from a motor vehicle and criminal mischief occurred sometime July 7-8 on Spring Street in Houtzdale Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly smashed the victim’s driver’s side window and removed approximately $20 in change and $230 in cash from inside of the vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at Philipsburg

• The investigation is continuing into a hit-and-run accident that occurred Monday on Alder Street in Philipsburg Borough. Further, a driver reportedly struck the side of the Hope Fire Company’s recreation building, causing damage and without furnishing information.
• An incident of theft and disorderly conduct occurred Sunday at Weis Market in Philipsburg. During the incident, known juveniles allegedly rode electric shopping carts around the store and knocked over displays. They then allegedly rode them out of the parking lot. Charges will be filed against the juveniles, state police said.
• An incident of burglary occurred on Loch Lomond Road in Rush Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the victim’s residence without permission. The incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.

Clearfield Borough

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct at a local business. The actor was gone upon police arrival; however, officers made contact with him. Police advised the actor that he was no longer welcome at the business and charges would be filed next time.
• Police received a report about a missing person, Leeza Spencer, 42. She was last seen on June 30 with “Andrew” (unknown last name). Spencer stated that she would be back in two days; however, she has yet to return. Anyone with information is asked to contact borough police.
• Police responded to the alleged theft of a scooter for handicapped persons. The actor was known to the complainant, and the incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by a known male. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to a mental health call at a residence along Dorey Street. Officers made contact with the male who was transported to the hospital for an evaluation.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an abandoned vehicle.
• Police received a report about a civil custody issue.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a female in the Legion Road area.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications.
• Police received a report about an accident involving a deer on Coal Hill Road. The vehicle was driven from the scene, police said.

SANDY TOWNSHIP – A male has been accused of making threatening actions and comments during a nearly five-hour stand-off with local police on Friday.

The male has been charged by Sandy Township police with aggravated assault, terroristic threats, harassment and disorderly conduct. He’s been incarcerated at the Clearfield County Jail in lieu of $50,000 bail.

Police were dispatched to check the welfare of a male at 10:04 a.m. Friday at a Mountain Run Road residence. In addition, police were advised the male was recently released from a mental health facility and may attempt to harm himself.

According to the report, police initially made contact with the male outside of his residence. He allegedly possessed a pry bar approximately 15 inches in size in his hand. Officers allegedly observed the male swinging the pry bar back and forth in a threatening manner towards them.

According to the report, the male allegedly struck a metal bell that was hanging from the porch, causing it to fly through the air towards officers. He also allegedly threw a bucket at them.

The male allegedly told officers that “they would have to kill him today.” He also allegedly commented that “he was not being tasered, and we would have to shoot him,” police said. When the male went back inside his residence he allegedly told officers he would kill anyone who came in.

Once the male was inside his residence, police allegedly heard him screaming, “I’m going to make you shoot me” and to come get him. According to police, the male allegedly appeared to be under the influence of an unknown substance, and his demeanor and actions were “highly irrational, erratic and threatening towards officers and the general public.”

According to the report, police received information that firearms had been removed from the residence. However, police were advised that a long rifle may still be inside of the residence and accessible by the male.

According to the report, police attempted to make phone contact with the male. After making a loud speaker announcement, police made phone contact with him and requested that he come outside.

While allegedly refusing to the male told police they would have to come in and get him, and he would fight with them. He also told officers they would have to shoot him.

According to the report, officers pulled back and established a containment perimeter. Police evacuated nearby residences and closed the street. Police requested back-up from DuBois City and the Pennsylvania State Police, including a Special Response Team, due to the nature of the incident.

In addition, police requested personnel from the Sandy Township Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services to be on standby at the scene. Members of Sandy Township’s Public Works Department assisted with traffic detours.

According to the report, police continued to attempt to communicate with the male without any avail. Police made loud speaker announcements to request that the male come out of the residence while officers were there to help him.

According to the report, the male allegedly refused to come out of his residence to speak with police. After a period of time on several occasions, he allegedly opened the front window and exited onto the back deck to make demands for cigarettes and heroin.

Police again requested the male via a loud speaker announcement to come out, which he allegedly refused to do. He then allegedly made several Facebook posts, such as: “I didn’t know trashing your own house was illegal these days. [Expletive] the police;” “I don’t need a gun, I kill [expletive] with my hands;” and “death by cops will be fun. I always wanted it to be heroin, but that would be too easy.”

According to the report, police subsequently obtained an Involuntary Emergency Examination and Treatment Warrant (302) based upon the male’s alleged actions and observations by family members.

After nearly five hours, police prepared to enter the male’s residence at approximately 2:43 p.m. The male, however, exited the residence and was taken into custody.

Inside the residence, police allegedly observed damage that was caused by the male. Police also allegedly located a firearm.

DUBOIS – A DuBois man is accused of allegedly breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s home.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office July 9, Michael Jacob Makinen, 32, 522 W. Weber Ave., DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with burglary, criminal trespass, assault, loitering and prowling at nighttime, harassment and public drunkenness.

According to the affidavit, police were called to a residence on Clinton Avenue, where Makinen had allegedly broken into the home through a second-floor window. As police were driving to the residence, they were told the suspect was standing on the front porch.

When the officers arrived, they spoke to the man who was identified as Makinen. He told the officers that he was locked out by his girlfriend and her daughters. As police were speaking to Makinen, they could smell alcohol coming from him.

The police then spoke to a witness to the incident who allegedly told police she woke up to the victim screaming. When she came around the corner to see what was going on, she saw Makinen standing in front of the victim, and it appeared as if he had come in through the window. The witness told police Makinen had moved out of the house on July 6 and that the landlord had removed him from the lease.

The officers spoke to the victim who allegedly told police that she was sleeping in her bedroom on the second floor and woke up to Makinen yelling at her, as he was climbing through the window. The victim said Makinen continued to yell profanities and allegedly put his hands on the victim and shoved her. The victim said she started screaming for help.

A second witness said she awoke to the victim screaming and discovered that Makinen had broken in through the upstairs window. She said all three people in the house told Makinen that he had to leave but he refused.

When police spoke to Makinen again, he admitted that he had moved out on July 6 and was staying on West Weber Avenue.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of burglary occurred sometime between Sunday and Tuesday on Walnut Street in Curwensville Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly forcibly entered the victim’s residence and removed a drill, a whip and tools to finish drywall. The incident remains under investigation at this time, and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime Tuesday or Wednesday on McAteer Street in Houtzdale Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly cut the driver’s side front and rear tires on the victim’s vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of assault/harassment occurred Tuesday on North Camp Road in Chest Township. During the incident, a male and female allegedly engaged in an argument and subjected each other to unwanted physical contact. Both were cited for the incident as a result, state police said.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about an alleged altercation between two males Monday at Irvin Park. One male was transported by ambulance to the hospital for treatment, police said.
• Police apprehended a male who was allegedly found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia Monday at Irvin Park.
• Police allegedly found an Olanta man to be operating his vehicle while under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop Tuesday.

Sandy Township

• On Monday a 46-year-old DuBois woman reported that while backing out of a parking space in the Wal-Mart parking lot, she hit a vehicle driven by a 21-year-old Force woman. Both vehicles sustained minor damage, police said.
• On Monday a woman alleged that while visiting a neighbor, her 10-year-old granddaughter was harassed by a 29-year-old man. She told police that after the girl tried to trip the man he got frustrated and grabbed the girl and would not let go.  Police handled the situation without incident.
• Police responded to an Edminston Road residence for an alleged verbal domestic dispute on Monday. Police handled the situation without incident.
• Police received a report about individuals who were allegedly soliciting money Monday along Bee Line Highway. Police located the individuals who dispersed from the area.
• Police received a report about a dog left in a vehicle in the Wal-Mart parking lot on Monday. However, the vehicle was gone upon police arrival to the scene.
• A 33-year-old DuBois man reported that someone hit his vehicle while it was parked in the Wal-Mart parking lot on Tuesday.
• On Tuesday Treasure Lake employees alleged that someone broke into a maintenance shed and caused approximately $100 worth of damage to the door.
• A 50-year-old Circle Road woman alleged that her 53-year-old husband had been drinking and was causing a disturbance. Police handled the situation without incident.

DUBOIS – A DuBois woman has been accused of stealing and using a debit card.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office July 8, Tina Marie Stump, 39, 11 W. Long Ave., DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with forgery, unauthorized use of a credit card and theft by unlawful taking.

According to the affidavit, police were contacted by the victim who wanted to report fraudulent charges on her credit card. The victim said the charges were from various businesses and totaled $184.52.

The victim said while speaking to the managers of one of the business, she was shown a photo of a woman using her debit card. The victim recognized the woman as Stump.

Police were able to obtain security video at the businesses where Stump allegedly used the victim’s card and an electronic signature. The victim said the signature was not how she signed her name when using her card.

The officers then confronted Stump, who denied having stolen the card and using it.

Demmin D. McKinney (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – The preliminary hearing was continued until Aug. 5 for a man accused of rape during Centralized Court on Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.

Demmin D. McKinney, 40, of Clearfield has been charged with rape/forcible compulsion; involuntary deviate sexual intercourse/forcible compulsion; IDSI/threat forcible compulsion; and indecent assault. Bail has been set at $50,000.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, Clearfield Borough police received a report about an alleged rape March 26, which had occurred the previous night. Further, the victim alleged to police that the male suspect was known to her as “Dwayne McKenze.”

The victim also showed police a contusion on her right arm, which the defendant had allegedly caused a few days prior. She told police it was not reported previously because the defendant “sweet-talked her” and said everything was OK.

The victim requested and received an emergency Protection from Abuse Order through the district magistrate’s office. Upon attempting to serve the PFA, police were unable to properly identify the defendant as the name given by the victim.

When several, different names and birthdates were given police transported the defendant to the jail in order to use the live scan system to identify him. Upon arrival to the jail, the defendant provided police with his correct name, “Demmin McKinney,” and birthdate.

McKinney allegedly told police he had fled from a halfway house after serving eight years for rape. He said he was wanted by state parole for fleeing from the halfway house for a forcible rape of a person less than 16 years old. McKinney also told police he’s been using online dating sites to meet women to “remain on the run.”

When police properly identified the defendant as McKinney, he was transported back to the Clearfield Borough police station. Police then contacted state parole officials who advised they would pick up McKinney.

On March 27, police requested the victim to come into the station for an interview. During the interview, she alleged that McKinney forcibly raped her, and she asked him to stop about four times. The victim also alleged that she didn’t give consent to McKinney before the incident.

HARRISBURG — Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane today announced the arrest of two individuals from Allegheny County charged with criminal conspiracy, among other crimes, after allegedly being found with 10 bricks of heroin.

The arrests were made Monday evening in Altoona, Blair County. They were the result of a joint investigation between the Office of Attorney General’s Bureau of Narcotics Investigation, the Blair County Drug Task Force, the Altoona Police Department, the Logan Township Police Department and Pennsylvania State Police.

Bruce Larenz Hatten, 33, 15 A Bell Ave., McKees Rocks, and Keisha Leann Rodgers, 35, 120 Hazel Place, Pittsburgh, were the defendants taken into custody.

The heroin they were found with — approximately 500 packets labeled “Passion” and “Top Five” — have an estimated street value of approximately $10,000, investigators allege. It was seized after investigators said they observed a controlled purchase in which Hatten was attempting to sell $4,500 worth of heroin. Rodgers was present at the time the drug deal was attempted, investigators said.

Hatten and Rodgers are both charged with one count each of criminal conspiracy, delivery or possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver, possession of a controlled substance and criminal use of a communication facility.

They are both being held in the Blair County Prison. Hatten’s bail was set at $200,000 while Rodgers’ bail was set at $125,000. Preliminary hearings are tentatively scheduled for July 22.

Kane thanked the Altoona Police Department, Logan Township Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police, members of the Blair County Drug Task Force and Operation Our Town for their roles in the investigation.

Individuals who have witnessed a drug deal in their neighborhood or suspect illegal drug activity where they live or work can send an anonymous tip to the Office of Attorney General by texting PADRUGS + YOUR TIP to 847411.

State police at Clearfield

• State police will conduct impaired driving enforcement during the month of August in Clearfield County. It will take place on roadways with high incidents of alcohol-related offenses.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime Tuesday or Wednesday on Fernwood Road in Gulich Township. During the incident, several mailboxes, a “for sale” sign and a decorative light fixture were damaged. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime Tuesday or Wednesday on McAteer Street in Houtzdale Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly cut the driver’s side front and rear tires on the first victim’s vehicle. They also cut the driver’s side rear tire on a second victim’s vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime Tuesday or Wednesday in the parking lot of McAteer Village in Woodward Township. During the incident, someone allegedly put blue soap in the gas tank of the victim’s vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of theft occurred sometime between July 11 and Tuesday on Route 322 in Winslow Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed metal sheeting, a chainsaw and a generator from the front yard of the victim’s residence.

State police at Philipsburg

• An accident occurred Wednesday on Eagle Valley Road in Union Township. Both Hayle A. Bacon of Beech Creek and Rachelle A. Thompson of Philipsburg were traveling south when Thompson slowed for a vehicle turning west onto Barr Lane. However, Bacon failed to observe this and impacted the rear bumper of the Thompson vehicle. Bacon sustained minor injuries and received treatment by emergency personnel. Thompson’s vehicle sustained minor damage and was driven from the scene. Both Bacon and Thompson were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the accident.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of theft occurred July 3 on Big Run-Prescotvville Road in Henderson Township. During the incident, someone allegedly contacted the victim by telephone and posed as their grandson who was overseas and in a motor vehicle accident. The caller allegedly requested that the victim send $9,000 to New York City in order to pay costs for injuries sustained to another person in the accident. State police determined it was a scam, which remains under investigation at this time.
• An incident of theft by deception occurred July 11 on Pine Tree Road in Bell Township. During the incident, a known male suspect allegedly sold a defective PlayStation 3 to the victim. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to an alleged domestic dispute along Crozier Avenue. Police will file a citation as a result.
• Police received a report about an alleged stolen check and forgery incident. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged retail theft by an employee at a business along East Market Street. The incident remains under investigation with charges pending at this time, police said.
• Lawrence Township police were assisted with two males who had overdosed.
• Lawrence Township police were assisted with locating a female suspect who lived in Clearfield Borough. She was located and taken into custody by township police.
• Police responded to a report about a male who was allegedly being dragged by a truck operated by a known male. Upon police arrival, the male refused emergency medical services and charges.  Police cleared the scene without taking any further action.
• Police received a report about found property. Further, police said that a trail camera can be claimed by the owner at the Clearfield Borough police station.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief to an automobile. During the incident, someone allegedly spray painted the side of the victim’s car and threw bologna on its hood.
• Police responded to a noise complaint at an apartment along South Third Street. The actor who turned down their music was warned by police.
• A Roadmaster Mountain bike was recovered along Elizabeth Street. The owner can claim the bike at the Clearfield Borough police station.
• Police received a report about a tree branch hanging over power lines above a roadway. The borough crew was able to respond and remove the branch.
• Police received a report about an alleged scam in which an unknown individual sends a fake check to the victim. Police said the sender claims the check was made in the wrong amount and asks the victim to cash it and wire the extra money back through Western Union or Money Gram. The sender, according to police, allegedly continues to harass the victim to do this quickly because a few days later, the victim is notified by their bank that the check was fake. Police said that the victim has to pay the money back to their bank. Clearfield Borough police would like to remind all citizens to use caution when dealing with people who are asking for money to be wired to them.
• Police responded to a business along East Market Street for an alleged retail theft. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to a reportable motorcycle accident in the Clearfield Driving Park. Further, police found that the operator struck the side of the stadium and needed medical attention. The operator was taken to the hospital by her husband who also retrieved the motorcycle, police said.
• A set of keys was located at Upper Witmer Park and turned into the police. The owner can claim them at the Clearfield Borough police station.
• Police responded to a welfare check at a residence along Dorey Street. The resident was found to be OK, police said.
• Police responded to West Locust Street for a report about a dog running loose. The dog was gone upon police arrival.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alarm at a local business along the Clearfield – Curwensville Highway. Upon arrival police determined it was an unfounded report.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of children who were reportedly walking along the Clearfield Bypass.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a male at a Poplar Avenue residence. Upon arrival police determined a 22-year-old male had overdosed on K-2. He was transported to the Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital for an evaluation.
• Police assisted a motorist who was having car problems at a business along Route 879 and Interstate 80.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of terroristic threats/disorderly conduct occurred July 3 on Stone Street in Irvona. During the incident, a 49-year-old Irvona man and the victim allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation, which resulted in the threat of physical harm. Charges were filed through the district court, state police said.
• An incident of burglary occurred sometime between July 11 and Thursday on Walton Street in Chester Hill Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the victim’s residence and removed a Diamond in Rhythm white gold necklace. The incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of burglary occurred Friday at the Curwensville Commons in Curwensville Borough. Further, a known suspect was allegedly observed inside an apartment, which was being renovated at the time. The suspect allegedly removed items from the apartment and caused damage to other items while inside. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime Wednesday or Thursday at the parking lot of Steiner’s Garage in Girard Township. During the incident, someone allegedly broke the back window and right rear taillight out of the victim’s vehicle while it was parked at the garage. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of theft by unlawful taking occurred sometime between July 13 and Wednesday at a State Street residence in Rush Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed a license plate from the victim’s vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• An incident of harassment occurred Wednesday at an East Pine Street residence in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, a Philipsburg man allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation with the victim at their residence. Then, he and a teen allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation that turned physical; the victim attempted to break up the altercation at which point the man grabbed her around the neck. Both the man and the teen were charged with harassment through the district court.
• An incident of disorderly conduct occurred Thursday on East Pine Street in Philipsburg Borough. Further, a witness allegedly observed a Philipsburg man kick his neighbor’s dog. The man was charged through the district court as a result of the incident.

Clearfield Borough

• Police received a report about four males who were allegedly smoking marijuana on the porch of a vacant house along Dorey Street. Police were requested to provide extra patrols in the area.
• Police served a “failure to pay” warrant on a male. He was taken into custody and transported to Magistrate Richard Ireland’s office, where a friend was able to pay the warrant in full. The male was then released from custody.
• Police responded to a report about all-terrain vehicles being driven on the roadway in the area of West Locust and Clearfield streets. However, the ATVs were gone upon police arrival in the area.
• Police are continuing their investigation into a report about a pedestrian who was allegedly bitten by a dog. The victim confronted the dog owner, which resulted in a physical altercation, police said. Police made contact with the dog owner who confirmed the story; however, they denied that their dog had bitten anyone.
• Police responded to an alleged verbal domestic dispute between a mother and her 42-year-old daughter at a South Fourth Street residence. Upon arrival police allegedly found that the daughter was intoxicated and wanted to leave the residence. Police were able to calm the daughter and to get her to stay at the residence. After clearing from the scene, police were called back a short time later for the daughter who was allegedly starting another verbal altercation.  While police were at the scene this time, the daughter was able to make contact with a sober friend who came and took her from the residence.

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.

DUBOIS – DuBois City police say criminal charges are pending against a woman after she left her two-week-old baby alone with her apartment door open in order to look for her missing 2-year-old.

According to the report, police were called at 11:07 p.m. Saturday about a 2-year-old girl who had wandered out of her mother’s apartment. She had walked down four floors and exited the apartment building.

Police say the girl crossed West Long Avenue and pulled on the door to Frank’s Pizza. Employees of the pizza shop saw the girl and took her into their custody until police arrival to the scene.

When the girl’s mother arrived at the pizza shop, she told police that she had dozed off and her daughter had walked out of the apartment.

Upon investigation police found that the woman had left her two-week-old baby alone in her apartment with the door open in order to look for her missing 2-year-old.

Children & Youth Services were notified and charges are pending against the woman, police say.