State police at Clearfield

• An incident of DUI occurred Sunday on Logan Street in Osceola Mills Borough. Further, a 45-year-old Osceola Mills man was pulled over for a traffic violation while operating an all-terrain vehicle on the roadway. He was subsequently arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol.
• An incident of harassment occurred Saturday on Fourth Avenue in Curwensville Borough. Further, two Curwensville men were told to no longer have contact with each other on Friday; on Saturday both were allegedly yelling at each other at the Curwensville Commons. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred July 6 on LeContes Mills Road in Girard Township. During the incident, a known female allegedly damaged two tires on the victim’s vehicle by using a sharp instrument to puncture them. 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 theft by unlawful taking/receiving stolen property occurred sometime between July 6 and Friday on Route 2012 in Boggs Township. During the incident, someone allegedly stole PennDOT’s road signs. PennDOT recovered both signs, which were damaged, at two, different locations, state police said. 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 theft from a motor vehicle occurred sometime between June 26 and July 13 at Crossroads Boulevard in Beccaria Township. During the incident, someone allegedly stole a card reader from an Institute for Natural Resources’ employee vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An accident occurred Sunday on Main Street in Grampian Borough. Patrick A. Turner of Grampian was traveling north when he reached down for his cell phone. While reaching for his phone, his vehicle traveled onto the right shoulder and impacted a legally parked vehicle. Turner was cited for the accident. State police were assisted by the Grampian Fire Department and towing services.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of harassment, criminal mischief and disorderly conduct occurred Saturday at Nittany Minit Mart on the Bennetts Valley Highway in Huston Township. During the incident, a group of individuals allegedly engaged in a verbal argument in the parking lot. It allegedly escalated to the individuals pushing each other; a vehicle was also struck by a tow chain, which damaged its rear, state police said.
• An incident of theft occurred sometime Thursday or Friday at BK Asphalt in Washington Township. During the incident, someone allegedly stole a 2006 New Holland LS185B skid steer. The incident remains under investigation at this time, and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652.
• On July 15 a 17-year-old DuBois boy was allegedly found in possession of multiple items of drug paraphernalia on South Pancoast Road in Warsaw Township. Charges will be filed through the Jefferson County Juvenile Justice Department.
• An incident of harassment occurred Thursday on Route 950 in Winslow Township. During the incident, a Reynoldsville man and woman allegedly engaged in an argument. Both allegedly pushed and struck each other and were charged for the incident as a result, state police said.
• An incident of DUI occurred July 10 on South Third Street in Reynoldsville Borough. During the incident, a 53-year-old Reynoldsville man was allegedly stopped for a traffic violation and found to be DUI. Charges are currently pending at this time, state police said.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of domestic violence/terroristic threats occurred Sunday on South Second Street in Philipsburg Borough. Further, the victim contacted state police to allege a 33-year-old Philipsburg man had threatened him and his girlfriend with a knife during an argument. The victim explained that the man was being loud while he and his girlfriend were attempting to sleep. The victim said he confronted the man and asked him to be quiet, which made him become angry and argumentative. The victim alleged that the man then grabbed a knife and threatened him and his girlfriend. State police took the man into custody on charges of terroristic threats, reckless endangering, harassment and disorderly conduct.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of harassment occurred June 27 on Shaffer Lane in Timblin Borough. During the incident, someone had allegedly called and harassed the victim over a two-year period. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• An incident of access device fraud occurred sometime between April 27 and May 13 on North Main Street in Young Township. During the incident, a known male allegedly made unauthorized charges to the victim’s account at Solar Consultants. The incident is pending further investigation, state police said.
• An incident of DUI occurred Saturday on Route 119 and Bottle Road in Henderson Township. During the incident, a Burnside male was allegedly stopped and arrested for DUI. The incident remains under investigation at this time.
• An Internet scam occurred July 15 on Route 119 in Bell Township. Further, the victim alleged that he’d attempted to purchase a vehicle from Craig’s List and was scammed out of $2,500. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.
• An incident of DUI occurred June 25 on South Main Street Extension in Young Township. During a traffic stop, a Rossiter man was allegedly arrested for DUI. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• An incident of DUI occurred June 6 on Benson Road in Young Township. Further, a known male was allegedly stopped and found to be DUI.

State police at Ridgway

• An incident of unsworn falsification occurred Feb. 21 at the Wal-Mart in Fox Township. During the incident, a known male allegedly attempted to purchase a firearm and provided false information on the application. He was denied the purchase of the firearm; the incident remains under investigation at this time.

Clearfield Borough

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of trespassing along East Market Street. The male was located by police and determined to have an active warrant out of Indiana, Pa. Police said that a constable responded and took custody of the male.
• Police responded to a parking complaint along Power Avenue.
• Police received a report about a neighbor’s dog coming into the caller’s yard and defecating. The caller then alleged that the dog’s owner is drunk all of the time and comes to retrieve the dog while intoxicated.
• Police responded to a business along Daisy Street for a mental health call. Upon arrival police found that the male was elderly and confused.  Police said that a family member was contacted to respond and pick up the male.
• Police responded to a residence along Nichols Street for a fireworks noise complaint. After a search of the area, the complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police responded to a report about an unknown male who was allegedly inside the caller’s house along Turnpike. The male was gone upon arrival and police searched the area but did not locate the male; the incident remains under investigation.
• Police responded to North Fifth Street for a threat of suicide; however, the actor was gone upon arrival. The caller told police that she was missing a lot of medication and showed officers to a room where the actor had been staying. Police allegedly located multiple drug paraphernalia items in the room along with crushed pill residue. Police located the actor a short distance away from the residence and took her into custody.
• Police were contacted about a health and safety issue for food workers. The caller was directed to contact the Department of Health.
• Police responded to a report about illegal dumping in the area of Chester and Cumberland streets. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police responded to River Road for a report about kids who were allegedly throwing rocks at ducks. The juveniles were warned for their actions, police said.
• Police were contacted by a female in reference to a possible warrant she held through the department. Police located the “failure to respond” warrant and advised the female.  She responded to the police station and entered a guilty plea on the warrant.
• Police responded to a local business for a report about an open door. Officers searched the business, which resulted in negative contact with persons. A key holder responded and was able to secure the door.
• Police responded to a South Second Street residence for a report about an alleged incident of harassment. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police responded to South Second Street for a traffic complaint. The vehicle was gone upon police arrival.
• Police responded to East Cherry Street for a non-reportable accident.
• Police responded to NW Third Avenue for a fireworks complaint. However, the actors were gone upon police arrival.
• While on patrol, police located a male and female who were allegedly arguing in a parking lot along Reed Street. Both were warned for their actions and advised if it continued, they would be cited for disorderly conduct.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout and were able to gain entry without damage.
• Police responded to a welfare check. The male was located at Lawrence Park Village by Lawrence Township police.
• Police received a report about an alleged sexual assault. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged physical assault. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• A pink ladies’ wallet was turned into police. The owner can claim the wallet at the Clearfield Borough police station.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged retail theft that occurred on Supercenter Drive.
• State police were assisted with attempting to locate a suspect vehicle involved in a hit-and-run accident that occurred on Interstate 80.
• A representative from Children & Youth Services was assisted at a residence at Lawrence Park Village.
• Police received a report about a business alarm along Plaza Drive. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.
• Police received a report about a motorist who was possibly driving under the influence.
• Police were notified about a traffic violation that occurred along the Rockton Mountain Highway and Mount Zion Road.
• Police received a report about suspicious activity in the Byers Street area. Upon arrival police were unable to locate anyone.
• Police assisted emergency personnel on Willow Drive.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a Glen Richey resident. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.
• Police received a report about a business alarm on Route 879. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.
• State police in Delaware were assisted with locating a township resident.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident that occurred at Wal-Mart.
• Police received a burning complaint that occurred on Mount Joy Road.
• Police received a report about a dog that was riding in the bed of a truck.
• Police received a report about an activated alarm at Lowe’s. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.
• Police received a report about a motorist who was possibly driving under the influence on Route 879. Police were unable to locate the vehicle.
• Police received a report about a burning complaint in the Hyde area.
• Police received a report about an erratic driver in the area of Route 879 and South Second Street. However, the vehicle was gone upon police arrival.
• Police received a report about a dog that was inside a vehicle in the area of Plaza Drive.
• Police received a report about a small landslide that occurred on Firetower Road.
• Police received a report about multiple 911 hang-up calls in the area of Soccer Drive.
• Police received a report about dirt bikes being driven on the roadway in the area of Lawrence Avenue. However, the actors were gone upon police arrival.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic dispute at the Lawrence Park Village.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief on Montgomery Run Road. Further, someone allegedly struck a rear windshield of a parked vehicle with a bottle.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident that occurred in the Clearfield area within the past week. Further, a red Chevy truck was struck by a suspect vehicle, police said.
• Police responded to the Riverside Motel for a male who was allegedly being disorderly. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about a civil issue in the area of Robinson Avenue.
• Police responded to a psychological emergency in the Glen Richey area. Further, the individual was transported to Penn Highlands Clearfield for treatment.
• Police responded to a motor vehicle accident on Lick Run Road. No injuries were reported, and the vehicle was driven from the scene, police said.
• Police responded to a motor vehicle accident at the Snappy’s Convenience Store. No injuries were reported, and the vehicle was driven from the scene, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged fight.
• Clearfield emergency personnel were assisted with gaining access to a hotel room while a patient needed medical attention.

Decatur Township

• Police received a report about a motor vehicle accident on Parsonville Road. The operator of a vehicle crossed the centerline and impacted another vehicle. One person was transported to UPMC Altoona for medical treatment, police said.
• Police arrested a female for allegedly driving under the influence when she was stopped on Circle Road for operating an ATV on the roadway.
• Police received a report about ATVS being operated on Mease Road during the day and nighttime hours, which was becoming a nuisance.
• Police received a report about drums being played in Houtzdale. Further, police made contact with the actor who agreed to stop.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief on McAteer Street. Further, someone allegedly slashed the tires on the victim’s vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact Decatur Township police.
• Police received a report about 20-plus side-by-side and utility terrain vehicles that were passing cars and being driven recklessly on Coal Run Road in the area of Monoskey Lane. Police were unable to locate the vehicles upon arrival.

DuBois City

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief in the 500 block of South Avenue on Friday.  During the incident, someone allegedly smashed out a window in the side of a house.  The caller told police that they did not believe anyone was able to gain entry. Neither a theft nor additional damage was reported to police.
• On Friday police were dispatched to Hoover Avenue for an alleged shoplifter.  Upon arrival police were advised store loss prevention had an adult male from Colorado in custody for retail theft.  The male allegedly admitted to police that he had attempted to steal Atkins snacks, Prilosec OTC, Excedrin, Alka Seltzer and Preparation H from the store, which totaled $42.95. After confirming his identity and criminal history, the male was arraigned on summary retail theft charges.  Collateral and a plea were collected and the male was released from police custody.
• On Friday a resident on the 300 block of South Highland Street alleged that someone drove a vehicle through her yard and caused damage to her hedges sometime through the day.  Police canvassed the neighborhood and made contact with other residents.  Police were neither able to identify any witnesses nor obtain a vehicle description.  Police are still searching for the suspect vehicle.
• Police were dispatched to an activated burglar alarm near Main Street and Long Avenue on Friday.  Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.  A key holder didn’t respond, and no further action was required of police.
• Police were dispatched to the 300 block of Liberty Boulevard for a report about suspicious activity on Friday. The caller reported a male who was in a pick-up truck and shining a light in the window of a closed business.  Upon arrival police found that both the vehicle and male were gone. Police checked the area but were unable to locate a vehicle matching the description.
• Police were dispatched to the 400 block of Lane Street for a noise complaint on Saturday.  Police made contact with the homeowner and he was advised to keep the noise down, which he complied to.
• Police were dispatched to the 500 block of Pifer Street for an alleged domestic disturbance on Saturday.  Upon arrival to the scene, police were able to mediate and resolve the situation.
• The driver of a 1996 white Ford truck struck the rear bumper of a 2010 black Chevrolet Impala on Saturday.  The driver then left the scene.  Police were able to locate the Ford truck and obtain insurance information.  Charges are pending at this time, police said.
• Police were called to the Get Go on Saturday while the clerk was allegedly threatened by a man. Further, the man had allegedly become agitated by the clerk wanting his identification for a cigarette purchase. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police were called to a residence in the 100 block of East Washington Avenue for an alleged break in on Saturday. Upon arrival police located forced entry; however, nothing was taken from the residence. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police stopped a 1991 Ford Ranger after observing the truck hit the curb twice on Maple Avenue on Saturday.  The driver, a 50-year-old Burnside man, was found to be intoxicated. He was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI and for a blood draw at Penn Highlands West.  Charges are pending the results of the toxicology testing, police said.
• On Saturday a 23-year-old Reynoldsville man intentionally bumped the rear end of another car with his own car on Liberty Boulevard and also committed numerous traffic violations.  The road rage incident was a result of prior issue with the driver of the vehicle in front of him, police said, adding the man will be cited for multiple violations.

Sandy Township

• On Friday a 31-year-old man alleged that a 47-year-old man was walking his dogs in an area that was posted “No Dogs.” When he confronted the man he said they engaged in an argument. Police handled the situation without incident.
• A 30-year-old Curwensville man was charged with retail theft after Wal-Mart employees allegedly caught him attempting to take $60.10 worth of merchandise on Friday.
• Police received a report about a false alarm at a Treasure Lake residence on Saturday.
• A 52-year-old St. Mary’s woman reported that while her vehicle was parked Saturday at the Treasure Lake Ski Lodge, someone hit and damaged it.
• Police received a report about a dog in a vehicle in the Wal-Mart parking lot. Upon arrival police located the vehicle, and the windows were partially down and the dog was not in distress.  The situation was handled without incident, police said.
• A 60-year-old Wayne Road resident reported hearing someone trying to get into the apartment next to her own on Saturday. Upon arrival police searched the area and could not find any evidence of a break in.  The situation was handled without incident, police said.
• Police received a report about five juveniles who were allegedly climbing on the roof of the Clarion Inn on Saturday. Upon arrival police located three of the juveniles and their parents and handled the situation without incident.
• On Saturday a 40-year-old DuBois woman alleged that a 30-year-old woman and her sister and husband came to a party at her home, and the husband was highly intoxicated. When the woman asked the man to leave she said that the the 30-year-old caused a disturbance and hit the 40-year-old in the face.  The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police received a report about a 29-year-old Everett man who was allegedly causing a disturbance Sunday at Cayman Landing in Treasure Lake. Upon arrival police found the man asleep in his camper.  The situation was handled without incident, police said.
• A Hanes Drive resident reported a man beating on the back door of her residence on Sunday. However, the man was gone upon police arrival.
• On Sunday a 60-year-old Treasure Lake woman reported that while working on her computer she got a pop-up, stating that there was a Trojan horse on her computer; it gave her a phone number to contact to fix the problem. The woman contacted the company called Geek Techs and gave them access to her computer.  When she contacted a local tech support company a few days later she discovered the Geek techs had installed a back door on her computer to obtain personal information.

Fugitive of the Week: Robert Selfridge (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. has announced Clearfield County’s Fugitive of the Week for the week of July 20.

Shaw identified the fugitive as Robert Selfridge, 35, of Main Street, Falls Creek. Selfridge is wanted for failure to appear at a Pre-trial Conference held July 16.

On Feb. 23, 2015, Sergeant Kris Kruzelak of the Sandy Township Police Department filed a criminal complaint against Selfridge. He charged Selfridge with possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, F; person not to possess firearms, F2; firearms not to be carried without a license, F3; possession of a controlled substance, M; possession of a small amount of marijuana, M; and 6) possession of drug paraphernalia, M.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Feb. 19 police were dispatched to a local hotel for an activated fire alarm. Upon arrival officers were advised that smoke and an odor of marijuana were coming from a room that had caused the alarm.

Officers were further advised that a male, later identified as Selfridge, remained in the room and packed unknown items into two duffel bags, which he then put into a vehicle.

After receiving a search warrant for the vehicle, officers discovered three handguns, drug paraphernalia and various controlled substances including, methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and prescription pills.

A preliminary hearing was scheduled for Feb. 27, at which time all charges were held for court. On July 16 Selfridge failed to appear for a Pre-trial Conference, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

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

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

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

DUBOIS – Charges are currently pending against a female whose tooth became lodged in the victim’s face while she was committing an alleged assault Saturday in the 200 block of West Long Avenue, according to the DuBois City police.

Upon arrival police found that the female suspect was walking in front of the bar when she allegedly assaulted two females. She allegedly grabbed the first victim by the hair and slammed her head off the ground.

When the victim was dazed on the ground the female suspect allegedly bit her in the face. The female lost a tooth during the assault, when it allegedly became lodged in the victim’s face, police say.

Police say that the second victim attempted to stop the assault but was allegedly knocked to the ground by the female suspect and struck her head on the sidewalk.

Witnesses alerted police to the location of the female suspect after she fled the scene. She was located after police checked several apartments.

DuBOIS- A DuBois woman is facing charges following an incident in a local grocery store.

According to an affidavit of probable cause, filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office July 10, Ashley Lynn Solida, 28, 419 W. Spruce St., DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with disorderly conduct, possession of a controlled substance, and public drunkenness, following an incident June 30.

According to the affidavit, police were called to the Giant Eagle store for a woman who may have overdosed on drugs. The officers were told the woman was laying on the floor of the bathroom.

When the officers arrived, they found the woman, later identified as Solida, acting loud and belligerent. The officers attempted to speak to Solida, but she allegedly tried to hit the officer. As the officers attempted to place Solida under arrest, but she continued to struggle. The officers tried to take Solida out the side door, but she allegedly continued to scream, yell and swear at the top of her lungs.

Believing Solida was under the influence, she was taken to the hospital where she allegedly was talking incoherently.

Hospital staff found a syringe and pills, which were allegedly hidden in Solida’s bra, and another syringe was found in Solida’s purse.

Gregg Matthew Luttman (Provided photo)

DUBOIS – A DuBois man who was involved in a police stand-off has waived his right to a preliminary hearing.

Gregg Matthew Luttman, 32, 614 Mountain Run Rd., DuBois, is charged with aggravated assault, terroristic threats, harassment and disorderly conduct. Luttman remains in the county jail in lieu of $50,000 bail.

The charges stem from an incident that began at 10:04 a.m. July 10 in Sandy Township. According to the affidavit of probable cause, police were called to a residence to check the welfare of Luttman, who had recently been released from a mental health facility. He had made statements to his brother that he needed either a gun or heroin.

Contact was made with Luttman outside the residence, where he swung a 15-inch pry bar back and forth toward the officers in a threatening manner. He then struck a bell on the porch that flew toward the officers. Luttman told the officer they would have to kill him. As he went back into the home, he stated that he would kill anyone who came into the house.

He was screaming “I’m going to make you shoot me” and “come get me.”

Luttman appeared to be under the influence of an unknown substance. His demeanor was highly irrational, erratic and threatening toward the officers who felt in fear of serious bodily injury. There were concerns that there was a rifle in the home that may be accessible by Luttman.

He was contacted by phone and asked to come out of the residence. He refused and stated that the police would have to come in to get him and they would have to shoot him.

A containment perimeter was established around the home. Police also evacuated nearby residences and the street was shut down. Additional police officers and an emergency response team were requested, as well as fire and emergency personnel were put on standby status.

Several times during the more than four-hour stand-off, Luttman opened the front window. At one point, he was on the back deck where he made demands for cigarettes and heroin. He was again advised via a loud speaker to come out but, he refused.

During this period, Luttman made several posts to his Facebook page. At 11:10 a.m. he wrote “death by cops will be fun. I always wanted it to be heroin but that would be too easy.” He threatened to kill the cops with his bare hands at one point and at another said he was watching the movie “Pineapple Express.”

At 12:19 p.m. he posted “I’m dying today. I regret nothing but being a nice person” and a few minutes later “Death by cops. They are surrounding my house and I didn’t do nothing illegal.” At 12:54 p.m. he posted “I didn’t know trashing your own house was illegal these days.”

A few videos of the police vehicles outside the home were also posted to Facebook.  In one he told the officers they were trespassing. When they said they were there to help, he didn’t seem to know what help he needed. He also repeatedly asked for cigarettes.

An involuntary emergency examination and treatment warrant was issued for Luttman. Luttman had text-messaged his brother asking for a cousin to bring him a shotgun. He said that he could not cut or hang himself so he wanted the cops to shoot him. He said he was going to destroy the house and burn it down. He also stated that he hated his parents.

At 2:43 p.m. police entered the residence and Luttman was taken into custody without incident.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of burglary, theft and criminal mischief occurred sometime between Saturday and Monday on the Curwensville – Grampian Highway in Penn Township. During the incident, someone allegedly gained access to the victim’s residence; once inside they allegedly removed a window fan. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of theft by unlawful taking occurred sometime Sunday or Monday in the parking lot of the Brady Township Community Center. During the incident, someone allegedly removed all four tires and wheels from the victim’s vehicle, as well as a wing off of the rear deck and a front lip from its front end. 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 July 13 on Casanova Road in Rush Township. During the incident, two people allegedly engaged in an argument that turned physical when one slapped the other who pushed them back. Both were cited for harassment, state police said.
• An incident of theft by unlawful taking occurred Friday at Wellar’s Garage in Huston Township. During the incident, the suspect allegedly removed radiators and a set of aluminum rims. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.

State police at Ridgway

• An incident of harassment occurred Sunday on Rocky Lane in Horton Township. During the incident, a 26-year-old Reynoldsville man allegedly shoved the victim and caused him to fall and sustain a cut on his leg. Charges were filed through the district court, state police said.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a business along Bigler Avenue for a report about an odor inside. Police said that the business closed for the day, as emergency personnel took one employee to the hospital for an evaluation. Code Enforcement believes that the odor may be sewer gases and will have the Borough Crew smoke test the sewer.
• While on patrol, police located a disabled vehicle along Bridge Street. Officers assisted the driver with pushing the vehicle out of traffic.
• Police received a report about unsupervised children who were playing in an alley mud puddle. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police received a report about a scam through the mail, where the sender sends a fake check and asks the victim to send them money.
• Police responded to Martin Street for a report about a male who was busting up a curb. Officers arrived and spoke with the male who held a valid Zoning Permit for the project.
• Police were dispatched to South Second Street for a report about a possible DUI. However, the vehicle was gone upon police arrival.
• While conducting a traffic stop, police learned that the driver held an active warrant through the Lawrence Township police. The driver was taken into custody and detained until arrival of a township officer who then took custody of the male.
• Police responded to an alarm at a local business. Upon arrival police found it to be a false alarm.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an accident involving a car in the ditch on Coal Hill. No injuries were reported, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic dispute on Robinson Avenue.
• Police received a report about a civil issue.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle at the park on River Road.
• Police received a report about a disabled vehicle on Lick Run Hill.
• Police served a warrant on a male on felony drug charges.
• Police received a report about an overdose on Jane Lane in Hyde. A female was transported to the Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital, police said.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle in Hillsdale.
• Clearfield Borough police notified township police about a male involved in a traffic stop. He was wanted on felony drug violations and housed at the Clearfield County Jail to be arraigned today.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct at a Smith Street residence. A Clearfield juvenile will be cited as a result, police said.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of five juveniles who were riding bikes along River Road. Upon arrival police were unable to locate them.
• Police received a noise complaint that occurred at the Lawrence Park Village Apartments. Police asked the actors to be quiet.

DUBOIS – District Judge Patrick Ford of DuBois Presided over Preliminary Hearings July 17.

Charges against the following defendant have been withdrawn.

• Gerald William Thomas, 54, DuBois, had been charged by the DuBois City police with assault, harassment, disorderly conduct and criminal mischief.

A Bench Warrant has been issued for the following defendant.

• Taylor Jacques Sullivan, 25, East Cleveland, Ohio, is charged by the Kane-based state police with driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, careless driving and two summary traffic charges.

The following defendants have entered guilty pleas.

• Shane M. Riling, 34, an inmate at the state correctional institution in Kittanning, pleaded guilty to theft by unlawful taking and public drunkenness. Riling was ordered to pay $636.25 in fines and costs, and serve one year on probation.
• Jeffrey James Frank, 46, DuBois, pleaded guilty to possession of a small amount of marijuana, public drunkenness and disorderly conduct. A charge of possession of drug paraphernalia was withdrawn. Frank was ordered to pay $665.50 in fines and costs and to serve four months on probation.
• Buffy Louise Dolan, 40, Sykesville, pleaded guilty to possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Dolan was ordered to pay 512.50 in fines and costs and to serve six months on probation.

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

• Veronica Lynn Vrankovich, 23, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with DUI and careless driving. Bail was set at $1,000 unsecured.
• Michael Blair Richtarsic, 28, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois-based stat police with manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance, sale of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and a weapons violation charge. Bail was set at $25,000 monetary.
• Amie Marie Deters, 39, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois-based state police with DUI, and one summary traffic charge. A charge of careless driving and one summary traffic charge were withdrawn. Bail was set at $1,000 unsecured.
• Gregg Matthew Luttman, 32, DuBois, is charged by the Sandy Township police with aggravated assault, terroristic threats, harassment and disorderly conduct. Bail was set at $50,000 monetary.
• James Robert Lawn, 57, is charged by the Sandy Township police with DUI, careless driving, and driving without lights to avoid identification or arrest. Bail was set at $10,000 unsecured.
• Michael Jacob Makinen, 32, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with burglary, criminal trespass, assault, loitering and prowling at night and harassment. Bail was set at $50,000 monetary.

Ronnie Clinton Bass (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man will spend up to 12 years in state prison for the attempted rape of a child.

Ronnie Clinton Bass, 22, of Clearfield has pleaded guilty to criminal attempt/rape, indecent assault person less than 13 years of age, corruption of minors and disorderly conduct. He was sentenced by President Judge Fredric J. Ammerman to three to 12 years in state prison.

Bass was determined to be a sexually violent predator after a brief hearing. William Allenbaugh, who is an independent member of the Pennsylvania Sex Offender’s Board, testified that he spoke with Bass and after reviewing the case, it was his opinion that Bass is a predator.

Patrick Lavelle, attorney for Bass, asked Allenbaugh if he had also reviewed information from Torrance State Hospital, reports from incidents in North Carolina and other information on Bass’s “unusual upbringing.” Allenbaugh confirmed he had, but this did not change his conclusion.

Lavelle pointed out that Bass had a chaotic childhood and that those around him “failed this young man.”

Ammerman stated that it did “not look like he had much of a chance.”

District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. noted that Bass was sent to the Torrance State Hospital to determine his competency. Officials there said he was mentally retarded, but he was competent to stand trial.

As a sexually violent predator, Bass must register his address with law enforcement under Megan’s Law for the rest of his life.

The charges stem from an incident in Clearfield Borough on Aug. 14, 2013. According to the affidavit of probable cause, when two people returned to the residence they saw the victim sitting on Bass on the couch in the living room. Her pants were around her ankles. An argument broke out, waking another relative who was able to break up the fight as officers arrived.

In an interview with police, Bass admitted to pulling the victim’s pants down and placing her on his lap. A physical exam of the victim did not show any injury to the child.

DUBOIS- A DuBois woman is accused of causing a fracas in the frozen food section.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office July 15, Kelly Lynn Kemerer, 49, 205 ½ E. Washington Ave., Apt. A, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with resisting arrest, harassment, criminal mischief and two counts of disorderly conduct.

According to the affidavit, on July 15, police were called to Martin’s Grocery Store for an irate customer.

When the officers arrived, they were met by several employees who said the woman was Kemerer and that she was back near the frozen food section. As police arrived, Kemerer was allegedly still yelling.

The officer told her to stop yelling, but Kemerer allegedly started yelling louder and swearing. The officers asked her again to calm down, but Kemerer allegedly got even louder, and allegedly told the officers they “were going to hell” for what they do and threatened to kill them.

The officers told Kemerer that she was under arrest and when they tried to grab her arm, Kemerer allegedly tried to punch them. When an officer was able to grab Kemerer’s arm, she allegedly struck the officer with her body and knocked him down.

The officers continued to struggle with Kemerer but were able to get her handcuffed.

Kemerer allegedly continued to struggle with the officers, yelling and telling them they “were going to die.” Once inside the patrol vehicle, Kemerer allegedly started spitting on the back window of the patrol car.

State police at DuBois 

• An incident of burglary occurred sometime between June 28 and July 18 on North Park Street in Winslow Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed a 2004 Polaris Sportsman 500; a Club Cadet Commercial Zero turn mower; three large tool boxes containing tools; an air compressor; a generator; a 1970 John Deere front-end loader; a battery charger; ¾ drive socket and ratchet set; spray paint guns; a battery grease gun; a rototiller; a self-propelled mower; two trays of fittings; two bottle jacks; a ¾ air impact wrench; a 2 ½ air impact wrench; two grinders; four drills; drill bits; new air sanders; two new spray guns; one new cut of wheel; a 12-inch adjustable crescent wrench; one new, five-ton come-along; and one pressure washer. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-3944.
• On June 30 Nadia Lashawn Knott failed to register under the requirements of Megan’s Law within three business days when she left Just for Jesus on June 27. A warrant has been issued for Knott’s arrest, state police said.
• An incident of furnishing alcohol to minors/underage drinking occurred Monday at a residence in Washington Township. During the incident, a known 18-year-old man allegedly provided alcohol to a known 18-year-old woman. Both allegedly consumed the alcohol, state police said.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of criminal trespass occurred Tuesday on North Ninth Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly damaged the lock to the front door and entered the victim’s residence. The incident remains under investigation at this time, and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Philipsburg at 814-342-3370.
• An incident of DUI occurred Tuesday on West Side Road in Black Moshannon State Park in Rush Township. Further, a 49-year-old Morrisdale man was allegedly stopped for an expired inspection and arrested for DUI. Charges are currently pending blood test results, state police said.
• An incident of theft and receiving stolen property occurred sometime between July 1 and Monday on Adams Street in Rush Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed a bicycle from the front yard at the victim’s residence. On Monday a 14-year-old boy was allegedly observed riding the victim’s bicycle at the skate/bike park, which was reported to state police. State police said the victim’s bicycle was recovered and returned to her. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred July 15 on West Main Street in Mahaffey Borough. During the incident, the victim told state police that a dual-wheeled vehicle was traveling north and turning onto Route 219 when it rounded the curve too short. The vehicle entered onto the victim’s property and allegedly caused damaged to the yard and landscaping. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

Lawrence Township

• Police assisted emergency personnel at Sapp Bros.
• Police received a report about a civil issue.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of an individual in the Leonard Street area.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on Route 879. However, police were unable to locate the vehicle.
• Police, along with Clearfield Borough police, responded to a traffic complaint that occurred on Route 322. Police were able to conduct a traffic stop on the vehicle.
• Police responded to a motor vehicle accident on the Clearfield – Curwensville Highway. No injuries were reported, and the vehicle was towed from the scene, police said.
• Police responded to a noise complaint in the Lawrence Avenue area. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about a stray dog in Hyde. The owner may contact the SPCA to claim the dog.
• Police received a report about a structure fire on Dorey Street Extension. The fire remains under investigation at this time, police said.

DuBois City

• Police were dispatched to an alleged disturbance Monday in the 700 block of West Long Avenue. Further, police found both parties had engaged in a verbal altercation that turned physical. Both parties separated and didn’t want to pursue charges, police said.
• Police were dispatched to an accident involving a pedestrian Monday at the intersection of West DuBois Avenue and DuBois Street. Upon arrival police found a 25-year-old man was crossing West DuBois Avenue when he was struck by a westbound vehicle. He was subsequently transported to the DuBois Penn Highlands Hospital and then flown to the Alleghany General Hospital for treatment. The accident remains under investigation at this time, police said. Police were assisted at the scene by DuBois and St. Marys emergency medical services and the DuBois City Fire Department.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment Monday in the 800 block of Liberty Boulevard. A shift manager at a business told police that two employees had become involved in a physical altercation. Police said the employees didn’t want to pursue charges, and the incident will be handled by the business.
• Police received a report about a two-vehicle accident that occurred Tuesday at the intersection of North Brady Street and Scribner Avenue. Both vehicles sustained minor damage and the drivers exchanged the proper information; no injuries were reported as a result of the accident, police said.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle Tuesday at the John DuBois statue above the Penn State DuBois campus. Upon arrival police found it was occupied by an 18-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman. Upon further investigation, police determined they had consumed alcoholic beverages; both were subsequently arrested for underage drinking and released to the male’s father.

Sandy Township

• Treasure Lake Security reported that a 32-year-old Virginia man missed a turn Monday and when he tried to back up his truck, it went over an embankment and got stuck on several rocks. No injuries were reported and the truck was towed from the scene, police said.
• On Monday a 26-year-old Ollie Lane woman alleged that her 28-year-old estranged boyfriend was harassing her via text and Facebook. When officers attempted to contact the man he refused to talk to them.  The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• A 28-year-old Atlantic Avenue man alleged that when he returned Tuesday there was an unknown male attempting to break into his house. The man who was approximately 6 feet tall and wearing jeans, a black T-shirt and a dark ball cap fled the scene.  He was last seen running in the direction of Tipp Street with what appeared to be a crow bar, police said.  Police checked the area and could not locate the offender. Anyone with information regarding this individual is asked to contact the Sandy Township Police Department by calling 814-765-1533.

DUBOIS- A DuBois man is accused of leading police on a vehicle chase.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office July 15, Trevor Ray Wilson, 31, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with fleeing or attempting to elude police, recklessly endangering another person, driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, speeding, careless driving, reckless driving, and five summary traffic charges following an incident June 14.

According to the affidavit, officers on patrol saw a blue Pontiac Grand Prix traveling 50 miles-per-hour in a 35 MPH zone. The officer attempted to pull the vehicle over, but the driver refused to stop and continued traveling toward South Brady Street, swerving back and forth.

As the driver continued to flee from police, the vehicle allegedly ran through stop signs and flashing red lights, nearly drove into the parking lot of Kwik Fill, crossed over the centerline, nearly struck several mail boxes and came close to driving into numerous yards.

As police continued to chase the vehicle, it came to a sudden stop on South Main Street, in the middle of the road. The driver got out of the vehicle and started running toward the woods. A female passenger got out of the vehicle and the officers ordered her to get on the ground, which she did.

Police took the woman into custody and she allegedly told them that she had just met the man that night and that his first name was Trevor. She said she had been drinking and the man offered to drive her to another bar. She said when the driver saw the police vehicle behind them, she knew he wasn’t going to stop. The woman said she told him to stop, because he was driving her vehicle. She said she asked the driver to let her out of the vehicle. She said the driver allegedly told her he was a felon and that he wasn’t going to stop. The woman said the people at the bar would be able to identify the driver.

The officers spoke to several people at the bars the woman passenger said they had been to and were able to identify the driver as Wilson.

Further investigation showed that Wilson was on parole from state prison and that his driver’s license had been suspended for DUI.

DUBOIS – A Penfield man is facing charges for allegedly hitting a vehicle with a chain.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office July 18, Zachary Scott Ruhl, 28, 1 Evergreen Dr., Penfield, is charged by the DuBois-based state police with possessing instruments of crime, criminal mischief and driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked.

According to the affidavit, troopers were called to the Nittany Minit Mart. The troopers met with a witness who said an incident of assault took place in the parking lot. The troopers were able to view security video, which allegedly showed the driver of a red Dodge pick-up truck holding a short silver chain out of the driver’s side window. The truck backed up behind a red Dodge mini-van and the man swung the chain and hit the back of the mini-van, then drove away.

The troopers then spoke to the victim who said she and her boyfriend were at the Minit Mart. The victim said her boyfriend had allegedly sold a guitar to Zach Ruhl a week before Memorial Day for $300, but Ruhl never paid him.

The victim said they have been trying to get Ruhl to pay the money he owes ever since. The victim said Ruhl was in the parking lot and her boyfriend went over and confronted Ruhl about the money, but when her boyfriend saw there were kids in the car, he walked away.

However, the victim said Ruhl’s wife allegedly approached their vehicle and began pushing the victim’s boyfriend with her chest. The victim said her boyfriend got back into the vehicle, but they heard a loud sound. The victim said she got out of the vehicle and saw damage, which was estimated to be between $800 and $1,000. The victim said she believes Ruhl hit their vehicle with a chain he had been holding during the argument.

The troopers interviewed Ruhl, who told them he and his wife had gone to the Minit Mart and the victim’s boyfriend allegedly attempted to punch him through the car window. Ruhl said he got a chain out of the truck because the victim’s boyfriend was being aggressive.

Ruhl allegedly admitted to attempting to hit the victim’s vehicle with the chain, but Ruhl said he was not sure if he had actually made contact or not.

Further investigation showed that Ruhl has seven active warrants for his arrest and Ruhl was taken into custody.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of scattering rubbish occurred Tuesday or Wednesday on Company Road in Boggs Township. During the incident, someone allegedly placed a Sheetz bag containing used yogurt and a banana peel in the victim’s mailbox. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of theft occurred sometime between June 1 and July 11 on East Spruce Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly removed a white gold composite diamond princess cut ring that belonged to the victim.
• On Wednesday state police stopped Christopher L. Eltschlager, 36, of Carnegie on Interstate 99 in Worth Township for habitual offender/revoked and a summary traffic arrest. He was also wanted on two warrants in Mercer County. Eltschlager was subsequently lodged in the Centre County Jail pending arraignment.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred on Route 28 in Rose Township. During the incident, someone allegedly broke an outside window pane with a BB gun. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a dead deer in the middle of the Krebs Highway.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on Village and George roads where a construction vehicle blocked the roadway.
• Police received a report about a fire alarm at Arby’s on the Clearfield – Shawville Highway.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle on Linden Street.
• Police received a report about a civil matter and fielded questions about a possible protection from abuse order violation.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a male who was having psychological issues on Daisy Street Extension.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a female in the Plymptonville area
• Police received a burning complaint that occurred on Virginia Street.
• Police received a report about something suspicious at the K-Mart Plaza.
• Police received a report about trespassing that allegedly occurred on the roof of the former Clearfield Middle School.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment and disorderly conduct involving two males on Deacon Road.
• Police received a traffic complaint on Norman Road.

DuBois City

• Police received two reports about an alleged unruly male patient Wednesday at Penn Highlands. Medical personnel told police that the male was being held on a 302 warrant and attempting to leave the hospital. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft at a residence Wednesday on Main Street. The victim told police that two firearms were stolen sometime this year; police entered both firearms into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) index. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about a single-vehicle accident that occurred Wednesday on Beaver Drive. Upon arrival police found a vehicle resting inside a doctor’s office; a 54-year-old Brookville woman told police she was attempting to park her vehicle and mistakenly hit the accelerator. She said this caused her vehicle to jump the curb, traverse the sidewalk and strike the window, coming to a rest just inside the office. No one was inside of the office at the time of the accident. No injuries were reported, and the vehicle was drivable, police said.
• On Wednesday police initiated investigations into four, different alleged thefts involving leased property that occurred at a business on Liberty Boulevard. Police said the leased property is overdue for return or payment, which hasn’t been done.
• Police received a report about an attempted break-in Wednesday on Clinton Avenue. The victim told police that they had left the residence for several hours; when they returned they found damage to their screen door and pry marks on the main door. Police indicated that the actor neither made entry nor took any items from the residence.
• Police received a report about a burglar alarm Wednesday on McCracken Run Road. Upon arrival police found the building to be OK and waited for its key holder. When the key holder arrived to the scene they found that the front door didn’t shut properly due to weather stripping. Police said the key holder corrected the issue and reset the alarm.
• Police received a report about suspicious activity Wednesday on Stockdale Street. The victim told police that they believed someone was walking around on the second floor of their residence and no one should be there. Upon arrival police didn’t locate any intruders.
• While performing traffic enforcement Wednesday on Maple Avenue, police observed a male exit a vehicle in the 400 block and then start punching it and yelling. Police made contact with the male and found he was arguing with his girlfriend over family issues. Police said the female was leaving for the night, and they asked the male not to be disorderly.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of theft from a motor vehicle occurred July 18 in the parking lot in the French Town Trailer Court in Decatur Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed 18 Subutex pills and $25 in cash from the victim’s vehicle. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of harassment occurred Wednesday on the Philipsburg-Bigler Highway in Boggs Township. During the incident, a 55-year-old Munson man allegedly continued to contact the victim after being warned by state police not to. The male was charged for harassment through the district court, state police said.

State police at Philipsburg

• An accident occurred Thursday on the Port Matilda Highway in Rush Township. Further, a Morrisdale man lost control of his vehicle, which crossed the centerline and eastbound lanes; it then exited the south side of the roadway, where it impacted multiple trees and tree stumps. The man sustained minor injuries but declined medical treatment; his vehicle was towed from the scene, state police said. State police advised the male was wearing his seatbelt and not using his cell phone at the time of the accident.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to the corner of Market Street and Turnpike Avenue to check the welfare of a male who reportedly appeared to be in distress. Upon arrival police found the male to be under the influence of alcohol and to have two active warrants. Police transported the male to the Clearfield County Jail.
• Police received a report about kids who were around the Dimeling Senior Center. Police were advised that it’s been an ongoing issue with kids looking into car windows, asking residents for money and ringing the buzzer late at night and then running away. Extra patrols will be conducted in the area, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a dead cat on the porch of a residence along Nichols Street. Upon arrival police located the cat, which was alive; however, it had an abrasion on one of its legs.  The incident was referred to Animal Control, police said.
• Police were contacted about an alleged scam. Officers advised the victim not to send money to anyone if they didn’t know them.
• Police responded to the area of Daisy and East 12^th streets for a report about a dog bite. Upon arrival police learned that the victim was not bitten but had fallen down while trying to separate his dog from an attacking dog.  Emergency personnel were on the scene to evaluate the victim; the incident has been referred to Animal Control, police said.
• Police were dispatched to a hit-and-run accident. The victim told police that she had parked her vehicle on East Cherry Street at approximately 8 a.m. Upon returning to her vehicle at approximately 12:50 p.m., she found it had been damaged and consistent with a side-swipe. Police ask that anyone with information about this accident to call 814 765 7819.
• Police responded to an alleged domestic dispute along South Fourth Street. Upon arrival police made contact with an intoxicated female who was causing a disturbance.  After several verbal commands, which the female refused to comply to, she was taken into custody for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Police said that the female was housed in the CCJ on a detainer.
• Police received a report about a missing person. Officers spoke with a friend of the individual who stated that he was in Pittsburgh and doing OK.
• Police received a report about a sink hole near South Fourth and East Walnut streets. The Borough Crew was notified of the issue, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged Protection from Abuse order violation via a letter sent through the mail. However, police indicated that the complaint was unfounded, as the letter was not intended for the person protected on the PFA and the sender was not trying to use the recipient as a third party.
• Police made contact with Altoona police about a male in their custody who possessed a warrant through the Clearfield Borough police. Officers faxed the warrant to Altoona police who placed the male in the Blair County Jail.
• Police responded to the Henry Myers Towers for a noise complaint.
• Police responded to a Fulton Street residence to assist emergency personnel with gaining entry for a medical emergency.
• Police received a complaint about a vehicle parked on the caller’s property. The incident was discovered to be a civil matter and the caller was advised to seek legal counsel, police said.
• A found debit card was turned into the Clearfield Borough police. The card was found on South Second Street within the jurisdiction of the Lawrence Township police. As a result, officers turned the card over to township police.
• Police responded to a South Fourth Street residence for questions about a PFA, as the defendant was seen in the area recently.
• Police received a report about a suspicious female along South Second Street. The caller told police the female advised him that she was served a PFA and didn’t have any place to stay. However, the female was gone upon police arrival to the scene. Police noted that the description given to police matched that of the female defendant from South Fourth Street.
• Police located a male who was known to hold an active warrant through the department in the Sheetz parking lot. He was able to address the warrant balance without incident.
• Police responded to a Temple Avenue residence for a report about an alleged burglary that occurred overnight. Police were advised that a plastic coffee can of money and some jewelry were stolen. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Clearfield Borough police.
• Police responded to a West Pine Street residence for an alleged domestic dispute between a daughter and her parents. Both parties agreed to separate for the night; however, officers were called back to the scene. Officers then made contact with Juvenile Probation due to the daughter being on house arrest. Once cleared with Juvenile Probation, the daughter was removed from the house for night, police said.
• Police responded to East Market Street for a report about a highly intoxicated female who had fallen. Upon arrival the female was discovered to be the PFA defendant from an earlier incident, police said. The female was taken into custody and housed in CCJ.  Charges will be filed as a result of the incident, police said.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment that occurred on River Road.
• Police received a report about a found CNB ATM card; it was located inside an ATM machine on South Second Street at Northwest Savings Bank.
• Police received a burning complaint that occurred in the area of Robinson Avenue.
• Police received a report about an unwanted bear in the area of the Caledonia Pike and Shagger’s Inn Road.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal trespassing that involved juveniles at Lawrence Park Village.

Sandy Township

• On Wednesday a 49-year-old Cresent woman alleged that when she went to pick up her infant grandson for a visitation, the child’s mother and grandmother would not let her take the child.  Upon police arrival, the child’s mother produced a revised court order, giving her emergency custody.  Officers handled the situation without incident.
• Employees at Falls Creek Sheetz alleged that a domestic altercation occurred in the parking lot on Wednesday.  Upon arrival officers located a 22-year-old man and his 23-year-old sister.  Both alleged that while driving on the interstate, they got into an argument and pulled off into the Sheetz parking lot, where it continued at.  Officers handled the situation without incident.
• A 51-year-old Sher De Lin Road man reported hitting a bear along Rockton Road on Wednesday. No injuries were reported, and the vehicle was driven from the scene, police said.
• On Thursday a 55-year-old Sher De Lin Road man alleged that the license plates for a trailer and a roll back were missing from the vehicles.
• On Thursday a Dixon Avenue resident alleged a neighbor was slamming doors and yelling near her house.  Officers handled the situation without incident.

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.

David Batista (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – A New York man will spend time in state prison for bringing drugs into the area.

David Batista, 31, 2288 Mott Ave., Queens, NY, has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance before Judge Paul E. Cherry. He was sentenced to 27 months to seven years in state prison.

The charges stem from an incident in February of 2014 after a vehicle was stopped in Lawrence Township. Police had received a tip that the vehicle carried several people from outside the area that had drugs. A search of the car uncovered money and more than 30 bags of crack cocaine.

During the preliminary hearing, a police officer testified that she received information on the defendant from a confidential informant. He told her he would be driving the group from one local hotel to another. The informant did not have a valid license and had several active warrants, giving the officer a reason to stop the car.

The vehicle was pulled over near the intersection of state Route 879 and Industrial Drive. Several bags were found in the trunk. One of the bags had more than $7,000 in it and 36 bags of crack cocaine. A laptop bag had nine receipts for money transfers through Western Union that totaled more than $4,000 and a small digital scale.

The second witness was the informant. He identified Batista and said he met him two weeks before his arrest. He bought crack cocaine from Batista five times during that period. All of these transactions were in a hotel room.

The informant admitted he was addicted to crack cocaine and purchased the drug several times a day. He stated he also purchased crack from two others in the group, Shaking Devine Saunders and Edward Allen.

The day he helped move them to another hotel, the informant said he saw a bag with several little bags of drugs, which Batista told one of the others to put away. He also saw a “bunch of money” in a black bag. These bags were put in the trunk of the car.

According to the affidavit in this case, Batista’s charges are the result of a grand jury investigation.

In November, Saunders, 37, 8418 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Far Rockaway, NY, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance-cocaine and Allen 39, 431 Beach St., Far Rockaway, NY, pleaded guilty to criminal conspiracy/possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance-cocaine. They both received sentences of 27 months to seven years in state prison from President Judge Fredric J. Ammerman.

The fourth passenger in the vehicle, Lashanda Mount, 29, 25 Pyramid Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY, pleaded guilty to criminal conspiracy/possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance in April. She was sentenced to nine months to 16 months in jail and two years consecutive probation.

State police at Clearfield

• An accident occurred July 21 on Green Acre Road in Bigler Township. Shiann E. Martin of Madera became distracted, which caused her to lose control of her vehicle. Her vehicle traveled approximately 72 feet on the eastern side before wrecking into a ditch. Martin was wearing her seatbelt and sustained minor injuries. Her vehicle was towed from the accident scene. Martin was cited for careless driving, state police said.
• An accident occurred Saturday on Interstate 80 in Bradford Township. Nathan A. Petitti of DuBois was traveling west when his vehicle exited the left side of the roadway; it spun counterclockwise across the grassy median. His vehicle then overturned and entered the eastbound lanes of I-80 before coming to a rest. Petitti was wearing his seatbelt and sustained moderate injuries; he was cited for the accident.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred sometime July 20-21 on Haines Road and Bloomington Avenue Extension in Curwensville. During the incident, someone allegedly damaged mailboxes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of burglary occurred sometime July 14-17 on the Drane Highway in Osceola Mills. During the incident, someone allegedly entered a garage and removed a rifle, a 12-guage shotgun and a .45-caliber cap and ball revolver. A $500 reward is being offered for any information leading to the recovery of the firearms. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Sunday on Power Lane in Gulich Township. During the incident, a 30-year-old Morann man allegedly kicked the victim’s passenger’s side door, causing footprints to be left on it. Damage is estimated at $50; the man was cited for the incident, state police said.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of harassment occurred Sunday on Zuccolotto Lane in Snyder Township. During the incident, a Brockway couple allegedly assaulted the victim. Both were charged for harassment, state police said.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of harassment occurred Sunday at the AMVETS in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, a known male allegedly punched the victim in the face. Charges will be filed through the district court, state police said.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of harassment occurred Friday on Shaffer Road in Ringgold Township. During the incident, a known woman allegedly pushed the victim; however, prosecution was declined, state police said.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Sunday on Yates Road in Young Township. During the incident, someone allegedly threw multiple eggs at the victim’s residence. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.
• An incident of criminal mischief/scattering rubbish occurred sometime July 13-18 on O’Donnell Road in Knox Township. Further, the victim told state police that garbage was left on his property. He also told state police that windows were smashed out of a structure on the property. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• An incident of criminal trespass occurred July 23 on Second Street in Henderson Township. During the incident, a Stump Creek woman allegedly trespassed onto the victim’s property.
• A hit-and-run accident occurred Sunday on Interstate 80 at mile-marker 86 in Pine Creek Township. A semi-tractor was traveling in the left-hand lane while a Hyundai Tuscan was in the right-hand lane of I-80. At some point, the semi-tractor struck the left, rear area of the Tuscan, which caused it to spin counterclockwise on the roadway. The operator of the semi-tractor then fled the scene, state police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a report about marijuana being smoked in the area. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police were contacted about a female who was allegedly selling her roommate’s belongings while the owner was in the hospital. The complaint was determined to be civil in nature, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a dog left inside a vehicle. Upon arrival officers found the car windows to be down and the sunroof to be open.  The dog did not appear to be in any distress, police said.
• Police responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of West Sixth and Nichols streets. A backseat passenger complained of head pain but was evaluated by emergency personnel and determined to be OK, police said.
• Police received a complaint about an alleged incident of identity theft. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged domestic dispute between brothers at residence along Bigler Avenue. Both were separated for the night, police said.
• Police responded to the area of Clearfield and Williams streets for a report about a male going door-to-door to sell meat. The actor was gone upon police arrival in the area.
• Police responded to a burglar alarm at a local business. Upon arrival police determined it to be a false alarm.
• Police assisted township officers with an alleged assault at an establishment along Route 879.
• Police responded to a vehicle accident at a business along South Second Street. Upon arrival police found that a male backed his vehicle into a parked car.  No injuries were reported, police said.
• Police responded to a noise complaint at a residence along Merrill Street. The actors were warned for their actions, police said.
• Officers assisted township police with a report about a shotgun being fired and a vehicle running over a street sign in the area.
• Police responded to a report about an unknown actor allegedly throwing a rock through a window of a residence along East Walnut Street. Anyone with information is asked to call the Clearfield Borough police.
• Police responded to a suspicious person complaint along South Second Street. The actors were gone upon police arrival in the area.
• Police received a complaint that a vehicle was egged along Ogden Avenue. Anyone with information is asked to call the Clearfield Borough police.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a single-vehicle accident on the Rockton Mountain Highway.
• Police received a report about a traffic violation that occurred in the area of Route 879.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of retail theft at Wal-Mart. Charges are currently pending against one female, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic dispute on Parkview Road.
• Police received a report about a civil issue involving personal property.
• Police received a report about a wanted person in Glen Richey.
• Police received a report about a wanted person in Hyde.
• Police received a report about a possible hit-and-run accident at Arby’s.
• Police received a report about an alleged assault in progress in the area of Hotel Heights.
• Police received a report about an alleged burning violation on Cindy Lane.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run in the Dollar Tree parking lot.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic disturbance in the area of 18^th
• Police received a report about suspicious persons in the area of Old Penfield Road.
• Police received a report about a lost debit card.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications in the area of Park Avenue Extension.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle at Elliott Park. Its driver left when asked by police.
• Police received a report about possible shots being fired in the Golden Rod area.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident on the Clearfield – Woodland Highway. The driver of an unknown vehicle struck a sign and knocked it over, police said.
• Police received a report about a suspicious vehicle at Elliott Park. However, police were unable to locate any vehicle that matched the provided description.
• Police received a report about a two-vehicle accident on Fullerton Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged physical domestic dispute in the area of the Bloomington – Glen Richey Highway. During the incident, a male allegedly fled the scene with a child. Clearfield Borough police were able to locate the vehicle, and the child hadn’t been in any harm. Police took the male into custody and he was put in the Clearfield County Jail on multiple charges.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft from a motor vehicle that occurred on South Second Street. Police were able to identify the actor, and charges are currently pending at this time.
• Police received a report about an alleged verbal domestic dispute in the area of Wrigley Street. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic dispute in the area of South Second Street. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged traffic complaint/disorderly conduct incident in the area of South Second Street. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged physical domestic dispute in the area of South Second Street. Police said a male actor had left the scene; simple assault charges are currently pending as a result of the incident.

DuBois City

• Police were dispatched to an accident Thursday at 100 Hospital Ave.  Officers learned that a 24-year-old St. Mary’s woman was backing out of her parking space when her vehicle’s accelerator became stuck and she was unable to apply her brakes.  She traveled in reverse and struck two parked cars as a result.  The parked cars were unoccupied, and all appeared to be drivable.  No injuries were reported in the accident, police said.
• On Thursday police received a report about two dogs that were allegedly stolen from a Maple Avenue resident. Further, the resident told police his two beagles were stolen from their pens in his backyard. Police said it appears that their locks were cut off; the incident remains under investigation at this time.

Sandy Township

• Police received a report that a man abandoned his vehicle along Oklahoma Salem Road after he was involved in a single-vehicle accident on Saturday. A witness stated that when she drove up on the scene a young man was stumbling around and running in front of vehicles looking for a tow strap. The accident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• On Saturday a 28-year-old DuBois man alleged being harassed by phone by his 26-year-old ex-girlfriend. Police handled the situation without incident.
• A 56-year-old Kalgren Road woman alleged that when she returned home Saturday she discovered someone had broken into her house. Nothing was taken but the back door had been tampered with and a radio had been moved, police said.
• A 35-year-old Penfield man was caught by Wal-Mart employees attempting to take a $38.08 watch without paying for it on Sunday. Charges are pending at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about a false alarm at Sears on Sunday.
• On Sunday a 59-year-old Treasure Lake woman got distracted while traveling on the Bee Line Highway and was unable to stop her vehicle in time to avoid hitting another driven by a 19-year-old Treasure Lake man that was stopped at a light. No injuries were reported and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police received a report about a false alarm at Sears on Sunday.
• Police received a report about a male juvenile who was seen riding a scooter on the Sandy Bridge on Sunday. Upon arrival officers discovered the boy had left home to go to his cousin’s house after his mom put him to bed. Officers handled the situation without incident.

Fugitive of the Week: Destiny Gasbarre (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. has announced Clearfield County’s Fugitive of the Week for the week of July 27.

Shaw identified the fugitive as Destiny Gasbarre, 26, of Rumbarger Avenue, Dubois. Gasbarre is wanted in two, separate cases for failure to appear at a Pre-trial Conference held on July 16.

On Feb. 6, 2015, Officer Travis Goodman of the Sandy Township Police Department filed a criminal complaint against Gasbarre. He charged Gasbarre with multiple counts of forgery, F3; access device fraud, M2; theft by unlawful taking, M2; and receiving stolen property, M3.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Oct. 3, 2014, the victim alleged to police that her check card had been stolen. Upon investigation police found that Gasbarre had used the check card to make numerous purchases at several different locations. The total amount charged to the account was $2,877.83.

A preliminary hearing was held on March 13, at which time all charges were held to court. On July 16, Gasbarre failed to appear at a Pre-trial Conference and a warrant was issued for her arrest.

In a separate case, Corporal Orlando Prosper of the Dubois City Police Department filed a criminal complaint on Feb. 12. He charged Gasbarre with: receiving stolen property, M3.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Oct. 18, 2014, police were dispatched to a home located on Brady Street for an alleged burglary. Upon investigation police found that Gasbarre had been in possession of currency removed from the home.

A preliminary hearing was held on March 13, at which time all charges were held to court. On July 16, Gasbarre failed to appear at a Pre-trial Conference, and a warrant was issued for her arrest.

Gasbarre is described as a Caucasian female standing 5 feet, 1-inch tall. She has blue eyes and brown hair.

Anyone with knowledge of Gasbarre’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.”

PHILIPSBURG – State police at Clearfield have initiated an investigation into an alleged theft of more than $1,000 in cash from Fox’s Pizza Den in Philipsburg.

According to the report, someone allegedly stole an estimated $1,050 in cash from the pizza shop sometime between 10 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. Monday.

The theft remains under investigation at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

DUBOIS – A DuBois woman is facing charges following an incident where her child was allegedly found at a pizza shop.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office July 20, Casey Marie Altfather, 22, 320 W. Long Ave, DuBois, is charged by the DuBois City police with endangering the welfare of children, following an incident July 18.

According to the affidavit, police were called to Frank’s Pizza for a report about a 2-year-old who had been found outside the restaurant without a parent or guardian. The caller told police the child had been pounding on the door to the business and was wearing only shoes and a diaper.

The employees of the restaurant said the child was there for about 10 minutes and one of the employees had even walked up and down the street with the child, looking for a parent.

When police arrived, they found the child being held by a woman, later identified as Altfather. Altfather allegedly told police that she is the child’s mother. Altfather allegedly told police she fell asleep and the child must have gotten out of the apartment.

Police noted that the apartment was across the street and up several flights of stairs.

Altfather allegedly told police that her boyfriend had left the apartment about an hour ago and she and the child laid down together. Altfather said the child must have gotten up and left the apartment.

She told police that as soon as she realized the child was missing, she ran out of the apartment looking for her. Altfather allegedly told police that there was a two-week-old infant in the apartment.

Police then went to the apartment and allegedly saw the door was wide open and the infant was in a crib in the apartment alone. Police also allegedly found a loaded BB pistol laying on the counter by the sink.