State police at Clearfield

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Saturday on Crestview Drive in Wallaceton Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly forced entry and damaged a door jamb to the front door of the victim’s residence. Damage is estimated at $50, and the incident remains under investigation, state police said.
• An incident of disorderly conduct occurred Saturday on the Morrisdale-Allport Highway in Morris Township. During the incident, an Osceola Mills man was allegedly drunk and ran onto the highway. He allegedly attempted to strike several vehicles with his fist; he was almost struck by several vehicles. The man was charged for the incident, state police said.
• An incident of simple assault/harassment occurred Sunday on Sugar Camp Road in Greenwood Township. During the incident, a Mahaffey woman and the victim allegedly engaged in an argument that turned physical. She allegedly punched the victim in the face and scratched the right side of his face, which caused several red, bloody marks. The woman was charged for the incident and arraigned through the district court, state police said.
• An incident of criminal trespass occurred Wednesday at the Hillcrest Commons in Chester Hill Borough. During the incident, two Karthaus residents allegedly entered the victim’s apartment and took possessions that belonged to them. The victim, however, didn’t permit them to enter the apartment when she wasn’t at home.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of DUI/underage drinking occurred Saturday on South Main Street Extension in Sandy Township. During the incident, a DuBois teen was allegedly stopped for several traffic violations. While speaking with him, state police allegedly detected a moderate odor of alcohol. He was subsequently arrested for DUI and related traffic offenses pending blood test results. Two, teen passengers were subsequently arrested for underage drinking and released to their parents, state police said.
• An incident of harassment occurred Aug. 18 on the Bennetts Valley Highway in Huston Township. During the incident, two females allegedly engaged in a physical altercation. Charges were filed as a result, state police said.
• An incident of DUI occurred Monday on Spring Avenue in DuBois City. During the incident, state police allegedly stopped a DuBois male for a traffic violation and determined he was under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested for DUI without incident and charges will be filed through the district court, state police said.

State police at Punxsutawney

• State police conducted a sobriety checkpoint Saturday within the Punxsutawney coverage area. As a result, four people were arrested for DUI. State police issued a total of 16 citations and 39 written warnings for various vehicle code violations.
• On Thursday state police initiated a traffic stop in the area of Center and Water streets in Punxsutawney Borough. During the stop, state police allegedly found a Punxsutawney man to be in possession of heroin and drug paraphernalia. Charges were filed through the district court, state police said
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Tuesday on Lodge Lane in Gaskill Township. During the incident, someone allegedly struck the victim’s mailbox, causing damage. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Punxsutawney at 814-938-0510.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a Clearfield Street residence for an alleged domestic between a mother and son. It was handled at the scene without incident, police said.
• Police responded to a Turnpike Avenue residence for an alleged domestic dispute between a mother and daughter. It was handled at the scene without incident, police said.
• Lawrence Township police were assisted with a psychological emergency along Clark Street.
• Lawrence Township police were assisted with a medical incident along Powell Avenue.
• Police received a report about a welfare check. However, police determined that it originated in Curwensville.  As a result, all information was forwarded to Curwensville Borough police.
• Police received a report about alleged worthless checks at a local business. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Lawrence Township police were assisted with an active meth lab.
• Police observed a male who is known to hold active warrants. Contact was made with the male who was detained by police. He was housed in the Clearfield County Jail after the sheriff’s department confirmed the active warrant.
• Police responded to a single-vehicle accident along North Front Street near East Pine Street. After a field sobriety test, the driver was taken to the hospital for a blood draw, police said.
• Police received a report about a protection from abuse order violation. After an investigation, officers located the actor who was then housed in the CCJ with charges filed against them.
• Police responded to South Fifth Street for a report about a driver riding an all-terrain vehicle on the road. The ATV was gone upon police arrival.
• A female came to station and needed assistance with contacting Crisis. Officers contacted Crisis and made arraignments for an evaluation.
• Police responded to a local establishment for a 911 hang-up call. Upon arrival police found that the call was for an unwanted individual who had fled prior to their arrival.
• Police responded to Clearfield Street near Turnpike Avenue for a parking complaint. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout along East Locust Street. Entry was gained without damage, police said.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident along South Second Street that occurred while the victim was parking his vehicle. The actor is known to the victim, and the incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police received a report about alleged stolen checks. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged domestic dispute along East 12^th Officers made contact with both parties involved who were warned for their actions.
• Police were contact by a person who located a syringe laying along East 12^th Officers collected the syringe and disposed of it properly.
• Police received a report about an alleged drug deal. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police responded to a report about an intoxicated male who was allegedly throwing bottles and tables inside of a local establishment. The male fled prior to police arrival but was located outside. He was found to have several, active warrants and housed in CCJ for public drunkenness. Citations for criminal mischief and public drunkenness were issued to the male, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged burglary along Fulton Street, where an actor removed two chainsaws from a basement. The incident remains under investigation, anyone with information is asked to contact the Clearfield Borough police.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident along North Second Street, where a silver truck struck the side mirror of a parked truck and then fled towards Sheetz. Police located the truck and after failing a field sobriety test, the driver was taken to the hospital for a blood draw. The driver was then released to a sober adult, police said.
• Police received a report about damaged property that was allegedly done by family members. The victim only wanted the incident documented and not investigated, police said.
• Police responded to a local establishment for a report about an intoxicated female. Upon arrival police learned that the female had allegedly taken an unknown amount of pills.  Emergency personnel transported the female to the hospital.
• Police received a report about harassment over parking issues along West Fifth Street. Police would like to remind residents that on-street parking is on a first come, first serve basis. Harassment and or any other criminal acts as a result would be charged accordingly, police said.
• Police served a 302 warrant on a male along Spruce Street. The male was taken to the hospital for a mental evaluation, police said.
• Police were notified about a child custody issue.
• Police were called regarding an alleged incident of trespassing. However, the individual was not at the scene upon police arrival.
• Police handled an alleged incident of harassment by communications.
• Police assisted emergency personnel with an elderly male who had dementia along Daisy Street.
• Police responded to a report about someone slashing the tires of a vehicle along South Fourth Street. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police responded to three, different incidents about people sleeping in vehicles at local establishments. All three individuals were found to be OK and tired from traveling, police said.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout along Elm Avenue. Officers were able to gain entry without damage.
• Police responded to a noise complaint along East Walnut Street. The actors were warned for their actions and advised if it continued then charges would be filed, police said.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a minor traffic accident on Route 879.
• Police received a report about an alleged phone scam that occurred on Charles Road.
• Police received a report about an alleged burning violation.
• Police received a report about an alleged institutional sexual assault. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police assisted with a structure fire on Jean Lane.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft by deception.
• Police received a report about an alleged home burglary.
• Police responded to a drug violation in the Hyde area, which remains under investigation at this time.
• Police received a report about an unwanted, disorderly male at the Lawrence Park Village.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident on Route 322.
• Police received a report about damage to unattended property at the former K-Mart.
• Police received a report about suspicious activity involving two juveniles at the Lawrence Park Village. Police located the juveniles and returned them to their parents.
• Police located a suspicious vehicle at the Lawrence Township Rec Park.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic dispute that occurred on High Street. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police responded to the area of Times Square in Glen Richey, where there was allegedly a side-by-side being driven on the roadway.
• Police received a parking complaint that occurred at the Salvation Army.
• Police received a report about a male who was allegedly drunk and being disorderly at the Lawrence Park Village.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of loitering and prowling in the area of Smith Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment.
• Police received a report about a psychological emergency on Wrigley Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged trespassing incident on Byers Street.
• Police observed suspicious persons on Scribbers Road, which resulted in a warrant service.
• Police received a report about a burning complaint on Poplar Avenue.
• Police located something suspicious along Firetower Road.

DuBois City

• While patrolling Liberty Boulevard on Friday, police observed a male running towards the bridge. When the male noticed the police cruiser, he allegedly jumped over the guiderail into the weeds. Police then located the male curled up in the weeds and asked him to come out. Police said that the male apologized for a verbal argument with his girlfriend at a local tavern. Police allegedly determined the male was intoxicated and released him to a friend.
• Police were dispatched to the 200 block of West Long Avenue for an alleged fight on Friday. Police made contact with one of the males involved while the other had fled the scene. There were no signs of injury, and the male did not want to pursue charges, police said.
• Police were dispatched to a business in the 800 block of Beaver Drive for an alleged theft on Friday. The incident is under further investigation, police said.
• Police were dispatched to Shaffer Avenue for a report about a suspicious person on Friday. The complainant advised police that a female who was dressed in dark clothing stopped at her residence claiming to be a Clearfield County Children & Youth Services caseworker. The female, police said, did not have any identification and left when questioned by the complainant. Clearfield County CYS advised police that they did not send anyone to the complainant’s residence. The complainant felt that it may be related to an ongoing custody issue, police said.
• Police were dispatched to the parking lot of 100 North Main Street for a hit-and-run accident on Friday. A 2010 Lincoln was legally parked in the lot when it was struck by a 2001 Dodge Ram truck, which was exiting the parking lot. The driver, however, failed to stop and was witnessed speeding out of the parking lot and onto North Main Street. A witness was able to obtain the registration, and the driver was located a short time later. The driver will be charged with accidents to unattended vehicle or property and careless driving, police said.
• Police were dispatched to the 700 block of West Long Avenue for an alleged domestic disturbance on Friday. The disturbance, police said, was determined to be verbal in nature but did allegedly disturb neighbors. The caller did not wish to pursue charges, and the couple was advised to end the argument for the night, police said.

Fugitive of the Week: Jason Guthrie (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. has announced Clearfield County’s Fugitive of the Week for the week of Aug. 24.

Shaw identified the fugitive as Jason Guthrie, 34, of Williams Street, Clearfield. Guthrie is wanted for failure to appear at a preliminary hearing held on June 17.

On May 14, Trooper Joshua Lawrence of the Pennsylvania State Police, Clearfield barracks, filed a criminal complaint against Guthrie. He charged Guthrie with multiple counts of forgery, F3; theft by unlawful taking, F3; and bad checks, S.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Oct. 24, 2014, state police at Clearfield received a report from the victim that Guthrie had allegedly stolen several checks and cashed them.

According to the victim, a local bank made contact with them after realizing that the signatures on the cashed checks did not match that of the victim. Upon making contact with the bank, Lawrence was able to identify the suspect, Guthrie, from surveillance pictures.

In all, Guthrie allegedly forged checks from the victim’s account, totaling $980.

A preliminary hearing was scheduled for June 17, at which time Guthrie failed to appear, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

Guthrie is described as a Caucasian male standing 5 feet, 7 inches tall. He has brown hair and eyes.

Anyone with knowledge of Guthrie’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.”

Christopher James Handte (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – A Bellefonte man has been accused of the February robbery of a senior citizen, according to Clearfield County District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr.

Shaw identified the defendant as Christopher James Handte, 26, of Bellefonte. He is currently an inmate at the Centre County Correctional Facility.

Trooper William Mostyn of the Pennsylvania State Police, Clearfield barracks, filed a criminal complaint against Handte. Handte was charged with aggravated assault, F1; robbery, F1; kidnapping, F1; burglary, F2; arson, F3; criminal mischief, F3; theft by unlawful taking, F3; receiving stolen property, F3; unlawful restraint, M1; false imprisonment, M2; recklessly endangering another person, M2; simple assault, M2; access device fraud, M2; and harassment, S.

According to the criminal complaint, on Feb. 20, Trooper Matthew Gray of the Pennsylvania State Police, Clearfield barracks, was dispatched to the parking lot of a church for a report about a truck being on fire

Police determined that the truck was owned by a local business. An employee of the business told Gray that the truck was equipped with a GPS tracking device. Upon investigation state police allegedly determined that someone had gained access to the garage of the local business and stolen the truck.

Upon review of the travel report generated by the tracking device, Gray was able to determine when the truck was stolen and where it was driven to. According to the travel report, the truck had stopped at several area businesses and locations along Deer Creek Road late at night Feb. 19 and into the early hours of Feb. 20.

Surveillance video was recovered from the local businesses. Additionally, various items that were allegedly stolen from the garage of the local business were located along Deer Creek Road, according to the criminal complaint.

On Feb. 21, Mostyn was assigned to investigate an alleged robbery at a local residence. According to the criminal complaint, the victim received a knock at her door from an unknown male around 7 p.m. Feb. 20.

The male was allegedly in need of gas, and the victim invited him into her residence. The victim allowed the male to use her bathroom and phone while she made him a cup of tea.

The male asked for duct tape for his boots. However, he allegedly used it to tape the victim’s hands behind her back. When the victim was able to free her hands, it allegedly angered the male. He then allegedly taped the victim to the kitchen sink and struck her twice in the face.

After asking the victim if she had any ATM cards, the male allegedly left her residence, taking her vehicle, purse and the glass and tea cup he drank from.

After the male fled from the scene, the victim allegedly remained taped to the kitchen sink. She allegedly remained taped up until the following day at approximately 4 p.m. when she was discovered there. The victim was then transported to UPMC Altoona for treatment of her injuries and hypothermia.

On Feb. 23, the victim’s vehicle was located and within it was a ceramic mug. The mug was tested for DNA. Later that same day, troopers located a makeshift camp in the woods, according to the criminal complaint.

Upon investigation state police determined that many of the items at the camp belonged to another victim. This victim was interviewed and alleged that the items found had been stolen from his garage several days earlier. These items were also sent to the lab for DNA testing.

Shaw stated that on Monday Handte was scheduled to be arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Jerome Nevling. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 11. Handte remains incarcerated in Centre County on unrelated charges.

Shaw noted that Handte was identified early on in the investigation as a potential suspect. He stated that, “I know the residents of Graham Township were concerned over this terrible event, but until we had evidence to support a prosecution, criminal charges couldn’t be filed.”

Shaw explained that the Pennsylvania State Police DNA lab is extremely busy, and it can take several months for lab results to be completed. Shaw stated that the charges were filed as soon as they had the results from the lab.

He stated that this case was too important, and it was critical to get it right because they only have one chance to prosecute the case.

Shaw further explained that Handte has been incarcerated in Centre County since this incident occurred. “Law enforcement was confident that Handte would be unable to victimize other residents in the community while the investigation was ongoing,” he stated.

Shaw stated that he was very pleased with the investigative efforts made by Mostyn and the troopers of the Pennsylvania State Police, Clearfield barracks.

Shaw stated that these types of brutal crimes will not be tolerated and continued efforts will be made to prosecute those responsible for this types of crime.

Anyone with knowledge of a crime is asked to call Clearfield County Crime Stoppers at 800-376-4700. All calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential.

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

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of burglary occurred sometime between June 13, 2014 and Aug. 19, 2015 on Copelin Road in Decatur Township. During the incident, someone allegedly gained entry to the residence and removed stoves, sinks, bath tubs, two electric motors and numerous copper pipes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of burglary, theft and criminal trespass occurred between July 16 and Aug. 14. During the incident, a Falls Creek woman allegedly removed an automatic garage door opener from a vehicle. She allegedly used it to enter the victim’s Falls Creek residence several times to remove cash and prescription medication. Upon investigation state police also allegedly found that a Reynoldsville woman conspired with her throughout the course of the incident.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of harassment occurred Friday on North Seventh Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, a Philipsburg woman and the first victim allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation that turned physical. Further, the woman allegedly punched the victim, as well as hit him in the face with a set of car keys. The second victim attempted to separate the woman and the first victim but was allegedly slapped in the face. The woman was charged for the incident through the district court, state police said.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of criminal trespass occurred Saturday on Michaels Street in Westover Borough. During the incident, a Westover man was allegedly at the victim’s residence and wouldn’t leave.

Clearfield Borough

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief to the exterior of a local business.  The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police received a report about a customer who was allegedly harassing an employee a few days prior.  The complainant was advised by police to call the next time the actor is in the store causing problems.
• Police received a traffic complaint during which the drivers exchanged words.  Both drivers were warned for their actions and advised to stay away from each other, police said.
• Police conducted a traffic stop near Clearfield and Weaver streets.  After failing a field sobriety test, the driver was taken to the hospital for a blood draw; DUI charges are pending test results, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged burglary in progress along Bigler Avenue.  Upon arrival with the assistance of township police, officers searched the building, resulting in negative contact. Extra patrols were requested, police said.
• Police responded to a local establishment, where a woman was allegedly dancing and flipping off customers. Upon arrival police made contact with the woman who allegedly admitted to the actions but stated God would not let her talk about it. After a field interview, the female was transported to the police station to speak with Crisis.
• While on patrol, police located a vehicle that had traveled off the roadway along North Front Street near East Locust Street.  Its fuel tank had ruptured and was leaking fuel, police said. Fire personnel arrived at the scene for clean-up while emergency personnel transported the driver to the hospital. Towing services also assisted police at the scene.
• Police located an open door on a local business.  After a search of the interior, the key holder arrived at the scene and secured the building, police said.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft of services on River Road.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on Montgomery Run Road.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief in the area of Flegal Road.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief in the area of South Second Street.
• Police received a report about a motor vehicle accident near the Sapp Bros. Truck Stop. Both vehicles were towed from the scene, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged reckless driver on the Rockton Mountain Highway.
• Police received a report about a two-vehicle, non-reportable accident on Park Avenue Extension.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a young female who called 911 from Edgewood. She stated her house was on fire. Upon arrival police found there wasn’t a fire and spoke to the female about only calling 911 for emergencies.
• Police were requested for public assistance at the Lawrence Park Village.
• Police were requested for public assistance with transporting a young out-of-state female and her passenger to a motel after her vehicle had broken down.
• Police have initiated an investigation into an alleged protection from abuse order violation.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of theft of services from Rent-A-Center.
• Clearfield Borough police were assisted with an alleged burglary in progress.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of a female riding a motorized wheelchair on Route 879.
• Police received a report about a lost trailer plate.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief and theft on South Second Street.
• Clearfield Borough police were assisted with an incident on Bigler Avenue.
• Police responded to a burning complaint in the Plymptonville area.
• Police handled a barking dog complaint on West Front Street.

Curwensville Borough

• Police received a report about several ladders that were allegedly stolen from a Walnut Street residence.
• Police received a report about a loose dog in the Windy Hill area.
• Police received a report about the alleged theft of medication and cash.
• Police received a report about an unknown male who was allegedly prowling between residences in the area of Bloomington Avenue.
• Police received a report about a loose dog on Anderson Avenue.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic incident on Walnut Street.
• Police located the Fugitive of the Week at the Curwensville Commons. The wanted female was transported to the jail, police said.
• Police ordered for a camp fire to be extinguished after complaints about smoke on South Street.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct at the Curwensville Commons. It was handled by police at the scene.
• Police received a report about an activated alarm at a business. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.

HARRISBURG — Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane has issued a warning to consumers about new variations of a scam in which con artists pose as officials with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as they attempt to defraud taxpayers.

The Office of Attorney General has continued to receive reports from Pennsylvanians concerning this new variety of scam. The office has learned that criminals are using increasingly sophisticated technology to target unsuspecting consumers.

These “imposter” scams come through telephones and e-mails. Those responsible for the scam allege the person owes money to the IRS. Here are some variations of the scam that consumers should be cautious of:

• Calls in which the caller tries to convince people they owe the IRS back taxes and pressures them to buy reloadable pre-paid debit cards to transfer the funds to pay what they owe.
• Robocalls with automated messages telling the consumer they owe back taxes that will result in imminent legal action and instructing the consumer to touch a number or call a number to receive directions on how to pay their taxes.
• E-mail messages containing what appear to be legitimate IRS forms, directing consumers to contact the “agency” through a link in the e-mail and provide bank account or credit card information to pay for the back taxes.

These scam artists use software to mask information to show where the e-mails are coming from (this is called metadata in technological terms). They also use a phone technology known as Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) to thwart Caller ID. Many of the scammers are based outside the country. With VOIP technology, the scammers can fake that their calls are originating locally or from Washington, D.C.

Kane warned consumers to be alert for these invasive and troubling calls. She reports that the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) has taken the lead on investigating these predatory IRS impersonation scams. TIGTA advises it has received 10,000 complaints about these scams, with losses to consumers of more than $20 million. The average loss to individual consumers ranges from $2,500 to $5,000.

Kane cautions that these con artists may seem legitimate by referencing a consumer’s personal information that is not publicly available. Sometimes this information may have been stolen from companies which suffered data breaches.  This information may include:

• The last four digits of the victim’s Social Security Number.
• Information about the consumer’s family members.
• “Spoofing” the IRS’s telephone number on the Caller ID.
• Sending bogus e-mails that appear to be coming from the IRS.
• Calling back and impersonating the local police or department of motor vehicles, again “spoofing” the caller ID to appear legitimate.

The caller may capitalize on the false impression caused by these things to pressure consumers to take action. Many victims have reported that these scam callers have been particularly aggressive and persistent, scaring them about imminent arrest or other dire consequences.

Kane reminds consumers that they should remain calm and verify their tax status directly with the IRS by calling 1-800-829-1040.

You should also report these IRS scam calls or emails to the TIGTA Web site at the following link.

Reports of this type of criminal activity should also be reported to local law enforcement. Police then have the information to warn local residents to be on the lookout for these scams.

Kane encourages Pennsylvanians to remember that the IRS always sends written notification of any tax due by mail and never asks for a credit card, debit card or prepaid card over the phone.

According to the IRS, the agency will never:

• Call taxpayers about taxes they owe without first sending an official notice by mail.
• Demand that taxes be paid without giving the taxpayer the opportunity to question or appeal the amount allegedly owed.
• Require taxpayers to use a specific payment method for your taxes, such as a prepaid debit card.
• Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.
• Threaten to bring in local police or other law-enforcement groups to have you arrested for not paying.

Kane said consumers can take the following steps to avoid becoming a victim of this or other phone scams:

• Never give out sensitive personal or financial information over the phone, especially if you receive an unsolicited telephone call from a stranger.
• Never wire money or purchase green dot-type prepaid cash or debit cards in response to a telephone appeal, whether it is from a stranger or someone who claims to know you or an organization you may be familiar with.
• Never let emotion or fear overcome your common sense. If you get a call from someone claiming to be a government agency or law enforcement, slow down and verify everything. Do not be pressured to take action. You can always hang up and call the agency directly to verify.

For more information or to report any scam, Kane encourages Commonwealth residents to contact her Bureau of Consumer Protection at 1-800-441-2555.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of harassment/assault occurred Tuesday on Railroad Street in Coalport Borough. During the incident, a known female suspect allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation that turned physical with the victim. The female allegedly grabbed the victim by the right arm and pushed her in the chest. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of theft occurred sometime between Aug. 16 and Aug. 18 on a lane located on Shuckers Orchard Road in Bloom Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed a lane sign that was blue with white letters, saying “Beard Ln.” Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652.

Clearfield Borough

• Police allegedly observed a male littering in Upper Witmer Park. Officers made contact with the male who was advised he would receive a citation for the offense.
• Police responded to an alleged incident of criminal mischief. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• Police responded to a Dorey Street residence for a welfare check. Everything was found to be OK, police said.
• Police responded to a South Fourth Street residence for a psychological emergency. Police were advised a male was cutting and threatening to stab himself.  Also, police were advised he took an unknown amount of pills and then fled the scene.  Upon arrival police made contact with the male who had returned to the residence without incident. He was transported to the hospital for an evaluation, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a female walking down East Cherry Street and allegedly screaming obscenities as passing cars. Officers made contact with the female who was then transported to the hospital for an evaluation.
• Police responded to a report about an alleged incident of harassment over parking on private property along West Pine Street. All parties were warned for their actions; they were also advised to stay away from each other and if the conduct continues, then charges would be filed accordingly, police said.
• Police received a report about medication that was allegedly stolen. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
• Police responded to a two-vehicle accident at an establishment along Bridge Street. No injuries were reported, and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a 302 patient allegedly fleeing from the hospital. Officers located, detained and transported the patient back to the hospital.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications. Police were unable to make contact with the actor; the incident remains under investigation.
• Police responded to a burning complaint along High Street. However, police learned that the burning was occurring within the township. Lawrence Township police were advised and responded to the scene.
• Police responded to a noise complaint along South Fourth Street. The actors were warned and advised that if the noise continued, charges would be filed against them, police said.
• While on patrol, police located an open door on a local building. The interior was searched with negative contact, police said. Officers were able to secure the building.
• Police responded to the Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital for an unruly patient who was allegedly causing a disturbance. Officers arrived with the assistance of Lawrence Township police. Upon arrival to the scene, the male was calmed by officers without incident.

Lawrence Township

• Police received a report about a traffic hazard in the area of River and Beacher roads.
• Police received a burning complaint that occurred on High Street.
• Clearfield Borough police were assisted with an incident on Turnpike Avenue.
• Police received an animal complaint that occurred at a business on Route 879.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct on Park Avenue Extension.

Sandy Township

• On Monday a Luthersburg man requested police to check the welfare of his 39-year-old girlfriend at her Circle Road residence. He was unable to reach her by phone after she had left him voicemails, stating she was afraid her estranged boyfriend was going to harm her. Officers arrived at the residence and determined that the woman was OK and handled the situation without incident.
• Police received a report about a false alarm Monday at Taco Bell.
• Police received a report about a man who was allegedly driving erratically in the DuBois Mall parking lot Monday with a woman in the back of his truck. Upon arrival officers located the 45-year-old man and his 32-year-old wife who had been fighting, but they denied any physical altercation.  Officers handled the situation without incident.
• A 54-year-old Treasure Lake woman was stopped in traffic Monday on Bee Line Highway when a vehicle driven by a 48-year-old Treasure Lake woman was unable to stop in time to avoid hitting her vehicle. No injuries were reported, and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police received a report about a false alarm Monday at JC Penney.
• Police received a report about a false alarm Tuesday at Sears.
• A 22-year-old Hammondsport, NY woman was allegedly caught by Wal-Mart employees attempting to take a ring without paying for it. Charges were filed as a result, police said.
• On Tuesday a Rockton Road woman alleged that an unknown man who had gotten off a bus asked to sleep on her porch. Upon arrival police allegedly located the 27-year-old man in the woman’s yard. He told police that he had just arrived from Harrisburg, where he had been in jail. While speaking to the man, officers suspected he had been using drugs, and the man allegedly admitted to it. The man was then taken into custody and transported to the Clearfield County Jail, police said.
• A 17-year-old girl lost control of her vehicle while driving Tuesday on Clear Run Road, causing it to hit a bank and partially flip over. The vehicle was towed from the scene, and no injuries were reported, police said.
• Police were called to a Treasure Lake residence Tuesday for an alleged unruly 19-year-old man. The man had allegedly been drinking and became irate with family members, causing damage to several items, including a vehicle.  However, the man had fled the scene prior to police arrival.

PHILIPSBURG – Several people have been charged for allegedly selling, distributing or possessing heroin, bath salts, marijuana, synthetic marijuana, mushrooms and prescription pills after a drug sweep Tuesday in the Philipsburg area, according to Centre County District Attorney Stacy Parks Miller.

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop G Vice Unit from Holidaysburg conducted the drug sweep. It was the culmination of an 11-month undercover investigation by state police to identify and arrest those suspected of trafficking and possessing drugs in Philipsburg Borough and surrounding areas.

The following people have been charged:

• Jacob Morroni, 28, of Osceola Mills
• Stephanie Forcey, 22, of Philipsburg
• Ethan Swarm, 21, of Philipsburg
• Ethan Sperling, 19, of Philipsburg
• Andrew Woods, 27, of Osceola Mills
• Casey Davis, 31, of Clearfield
• Curtis Maines, 28, of Osceola Mills
• Lindsay Shimmel, 22, of Philipsburg
• Joseph Winter, 36, of West Decatur
• Michael Bloom, 21, of Osceola Mills
• Wayde Harris, 27, of Philipsburg
• Brian James,23, of West Decatur
• Brandon Ramos, 28, of Philipsburg
• Jessica Juliano, 39, of Philipsburg
• Lawrence Paul, 45, of Philipsburg

In addition to those people, two teens – a 16-year-old Houtzdale boy and a 17-year-old Sandy Ridge boy – were charged as a result of Tuesday’s drug sweep.

Lt. James E. Emigh, Crime Section Commander Troop G, Holidaysburg, stated, “The drug epidemic plaguing these small, rural communities continues to be one of the top priorities of the Pennsylvania State Police.

“…We encourage anyone with information on the illegal distribution of controlled substances to contact their local Pennsylvania State Police station.”

Parks Miller added, “The illegal drug trade is hurting our community and jeopardizes the health and safety of everyone. I commend the Pennsylvania State Police for the ongoing efforts to combat this issue. Together, we are committed to stopping the dealers.”

Mandy Joann Rubly (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield woman accused of conspiring with her husband who was cooking methamphetamine at an apartment at the Lawrence Park Village waived her right to a preliminary hearing during Centralized Court on Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.

Mandy Joann Rubly of Clearfield has been charged with conspiracy/manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver; possession red phosphorus, etc. with intent to manufacture a controlled substance; risking catastrophe; operating a methamphetamine lab; and deposits, stores, disposes of chemical waste. Her bail was modified from $25,000 monetary to unsecured at her hearing.

According to the criminal complaint filed by Officer Elliott Neeper of the Lawrence Township police, on Aug. 20 officers received a call from State Parole Agent Keith Summerson, who requested assistance in conducting a follow-up with Larry Rubly Jr. Larry Rubly Jr. was to be staying in apartment 6B at Lawrence Park Village.

Upon arrival Summerson made contact with Mandy Rubly. She confirmed Larry Rubly Jr. was at the apartment, advised he was upstairs and showed the state parole agent to his location. When the state parole agent made contact with Larry Rubly Jr., he was in an upstairs bedroom.

Larry Rubly Jr.’s pants were down around his ankles, and he was allegedly attempting to stick himself with a needle in the leg area. The state parole agent was able to handcuff Larry Rubly Jr.; however, he (Larry Rubly Jr.) discarded the needle.

Larry Rubly Jr. was subsequently taken into custody by the state parole agent. The state parole agent also allegedly located a prohibited offensive weapon in the bedroom that Larry Rubly Jr. stayed in.

While the state parole agents searched for the discarded needle, they also allegedly located multiple items consistent with the manufacture of methamphetamine.

According to the criminal complaint, a two-liter Mountain Dew bottle was allegedly located on the far side of Larry Rubly Jr.’s bed in which a clear, small tube was sticking from the top. Another container was allegedly found directly beside the bottle with an unknown substance inside.  On the heater for the bedroom along the far wall, there allegedly was a container of Drano drain cleaner.

Upon officers looking around Larry Rubly Jr.’s bedroom, they allegedly observed in plain view a container of Ronsonol lighter fluid on a bedroom dresser. Also on the dresser, there was allegedly a coffee pot with residue and a large packet of clear baggies commonly used for drug distribution.

Officers also allegedly observed Larry Rubly Jr.’s driver’s license laying on the bed. While exiting the bedroom, officers allegedly observed a bag containing a packet of a 12-hour decongestant containing 20 tablets.

Based upon these observations, officers determined enough items were present to indicate the possibility of an active methamphetamine lab in Apartment 6B.

Police located a female inside the apartment. She was in the living room and told police she had health issues that prevented her from leaving her bed. She also indicated she was the owner of the apartment and advised Mandy and Larry Rubly Jr. had been staying with her.

Police obtained written consent to search the apartment. Then, police proceeded with an evacuation due to the inherent dangers that exist with the manufacture of methamphetamine.

While attempting to secure the scene after the evacuation, officers allegedly located additional items in plain view that are used for the manufacture of methamphetamine at the bottom of the staircase of the apartment. A large one-gallon container of muriatic acid was allegedly found along with a grocery bag containing used items for the manufacture of methamphetamine.

There was allegedly an additional one-gallon container with white residue with these items.  Inside the grocery bag, officers could allegedly observe used cold compress containers, used suspected lithium batteries, Ronsonol lighter fluid and plastic tubing.

Also inside the grocery bag in plain view, there allegedly was a receipt from Wal-Mart for the purchase of pseudoephedrine tablets on Aug. 19.

Officers then contacted the state Attorney General’s Drug Task Force Unit and the Pennsylvania State Police Clandestine Methamphetamine Lab Unit.

Police transported Mandy Rubly to the station for an interview about her knowledge of items used for the manufacture of methamphetamine being inside the apartment. She initially denied any knowledge that Larry Rubly Jr. was making or using any type of methamphetamine products.

However, she eventually admitted to viewing the two-liter bottle of Mountain Dew in the bedroom. She also stated that there was a liquor bottle that contained a brown liquid inside the bedroom.

Mandy Rubly stated when she confronted Larry Rubly Jr. about the two bottles he related he had urinated inside them. She stated that he told her that he would throw out the bottles.

According to police, Mandy Rubly also allegedly admitted to observing a clear bottle with a black top labeled salt.  She stated that she asked Larry Rubly Jr. about this, and he told her that he had been eating in the bedroom.  However, she told police she’d never seen him eating in the bedroom.

She also allegedly admitted to purchasing Sudafed at Wal-Mart sometime at the end of July. Police confirmed that she purchased Sudafed on Aug. 6. However, she denied purchasing pseudoephedrine for the purpose of manufacturing methamphetamine or for supplying Larry Rubly Jr. with it to manufacture methamphetamine.

Police received additional information from another female who was suspected of purchasing pseudoephedrine and supplying it to Larry Rubly Jr. She was located at Lawrence Park Village.

She told police that on Aug. 19 Larry Rubly Jr. asked her to purchase pseudoephedrine for him at Wal-Mart. She stated that she declined at first; however, Larry Rubly Jr. called repeatedly and she eventually agreed to.

The female said she met with Larry Rubly Jr. and Mandy Rubly. She said both were present when Larry Rubly Jr. handed her a gift card, gave her the pin number and told her specifically which type of medication to purchase and to also use the card as credit, if possible.

The female said they told her to buy one box of the 12-hour, generic Sudafed.  She went to Wal-Mart where she purchased the pseudoephedrine.  When she returned she said she met both Larry Rubly Jr. and Mandy Rubly to give them the pseudoephedrine. She said Larry Rubly Jr. opened the package to make sure it was what he’d requested her to purchase.

The female told police she put the gift card back in the Wal-Mart bag. Before she left she said Larry Rubly Jr. asked a male for any empty bottles that he had, and he took an empty Juicy Juice bottle.

When Mandy Rubly was interviewed a second time by police, she denied witnessing Larry Rubly Jr. giving the gift card to the female. She also denied going with Larry Rubly Jr. to obtain the pseudoephedrine from the female.

State police at Clearfield

• A drug violation occurred Aug. 23 at the State Correctional Institution at Houtzdale. Further, a search of a Lebanon man’s vehicle allegedly turned up 11 balloons of marijuana that he was attempting to smuggle into SCI Houtzdale to an inmate. The incident remains under investigation with charges pending at this time, state police said.
• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Wednesday on Sanborn Street in Decatur Township. During the incident, someone allegedly burned a tire designed for a Ford F250 that the victim had stored at his residence. Damage is estimated at $230; the incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.

Lawrence Township

• Police conducted multiple warrant services throughout Lawrence Township. All individuals were lodged in the Clearfield County Jail.
• Police received a report about a lost/stolen registration plate. Anyone who finds the plate is asked to notify township police.
• Police received a traffic complaint that occurred on Shaw Street.
• Police received a report about the alleged interference with the custody of a child.

CLEARFIELD – An already jailed cemetery caretaker was back in court Wednesday for a preliminary hearing on new charges for alleged deceptive business practices at Crown Crest Memorial Park.

Edmund Arthur Grenier Jr., 70, of Reynoldsville has been charged with deceptive business practice, 30 counts; theft by deception, 30 counts; and theft by failure to make required disposition of funds, 30 counts.

Also, his ex-wife, Brenda L. Grenier, 56, of Colonial Heights, Va., has been charged with deceptive business practice, 30 counts; theft by deception, 30 counts; theft by failure to make required disposition of funds, 30 counts; and theft by unlawful taking, two counts.

In two other cases, both Edmund and Brenda Grenier have also been charged with deceptive business practice; theft by deception; and theft by failure to make required disposition of funds.

Edmund Grenier was transported from the Jefferson County Prison for his hearing. He waived all charges against him to the Court of Common Pleas. However, Brenda Grenier failed to appear for her hearing, and a warrant will be requested due to issues with delivering her court notice.

According to the affidavits of probable cause, Grenier Enterprises Inc. allegedly failed to provide the gravestones, markers and related items purchased by families for their deceased loved ones who were buried at the Crown Crest Memorial Park located at 2122 Washington Ave., in Hyde in Lawrence Township.

The president of Grenier Enterprises Inc. was Edmund Grenier Jr. In a letter dated Sept. 12, 2013 and signed by Brenda Grenier, she identified herself as the secretary and treasurer of Grenier Enterprises Inc. She also identified herself as the secretary and treasurer and general business manager of Crown Crest Cemeteries.

In the same letter, Brenda Grenier identified her responsibilities within the corporation as being “completely” in charge of receiving and depositing all monies. She further explained that her responsibilities included “doing all banking, paying all bills and invoices and ordering all merchandise.”

On June 19, 2014, Brenda Grenier wrote three, different checks in the amounts of $319.08, $2,721.50 and $4,536.97 for a total of $7,577.55. She allegedly admitted to withdrawing the funds due to Edmund Grenier ending her regular salary from the business. Brenda Grenier hasn’t been associated with the day-to-day operations or maintenance of the business since 2011.

On March 11, police executed a search warrant at S&T Bank, DuBois, for any and all accounts registered or owned by Edmund and Brenda Grenier and Grenier Enterprises Inc.

On June 19, 2014, a check in the amount of $2,721.50 was written to cash and signed by Brenda Grenier on the payroll account for Grenier Enterprises Inc. This was the total amount of funds in this particular bank account.

On the same day, a check in the amount of $4,536.97 was written to cash and signed by Brenda Grenier on the Lake Lawn Memorial Park account owned by Grenier Enterprises Inc. This was the total amount of funds in this particular bank account.

On July 15, 1998, Edmund and Brenda Grenier entered into a stock purchase agreement in which he represented himself as the president of Grenier Enterprises Inc. In the agreement, $100,322.49 was transferred to Edmund Grenier for the purpose of a perpetual care account.

A section of the agreement also stipulated that $35,304 be transferred to Edmund Grenier for the purpose of a merchandise trust fund account. At the time of the sale, there were 59 pre-need bronze memorials, 291 pre-need scrolls and 81 pre-need openings and closings for a total value of $45,304.

According to the stock purchase agreement, Grenier Enterprises Inc. agreed to be solely responsible for supplying all of the pre-need liabilities and honoring all of the pre-need obligations of the company.

DUBOIS – An eight-month investigation has resulted in charges of criminal homicide, causing or aiding suicide, involuntary manslaughter and delivery of a controlled substance against a 44-year-old Luthersburg man, Brian L. Schaffer, according to the DuBois City police.

The investigation was conducted by police in conjunction with the Clearfield County District Attorney’s Office. The charges stem from an alleged incident Jan. 2 on Grant Street in DuBois City.

As a result of the alleged incident, Schaffer’s estranged girlfriend, a 32-year-old DuBois woman, died from a gunshot wound to the head, police said.

DuBois City police were assisted by District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr., the Pennsylvania State Police, Clearfield County Coroner Mike Morris, DuBois Emergency Medical Services and the Lehigh Valley Hospital of Allentown.

Schaffer was taken to the Clearfield County Jail for arraignment, police said.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of criminal mischief occurred Wednesday on Peale Road in Grassflat. During the incident, someone allegedly damaged the victim’s lawn by spinning and tearing it up with a vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Clearfield at 814-857-3800.
• An accident occurred Thursday on the Philipsburg – Bigler Highway in Bradford Township. Further, the operator of a vehicle was traveling east and swerved to miss a deer. Their vehicle subsequently traveled onto Clearfield Road and impacted a tree. No injuries were reported, and towing services assisted at the scene, state police said.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of aggravated indecent assault occurred in December of 2014 at a Warsaw Township residence. The alleged incident involved a 24-year-old man who allegedly sexually assaulted the victim, a 9-year-old girl at the time.
• An incident of furnishing alcohol to a minor occurred Tuesday on the Rockton-Luthersburg Road in Brady Township. During the incident, a known Big Run female allegedly provided alcohol to a minor who was later transported to Penn Highlands for treatment. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.
• An incident of harassment occurred Friday on Daugherty Road in Washington Township. During the incident, a known female and male allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation that escalated into them pushing each other.

State police at Philipsburg

• An incident of burglary occurred sometime between Aug. 3 and Aug. 17 on Wills Hollow Road in Worth Township. During the incident, someone allegedly entered the victim’s locked residence and removed a purse containing approximately $1,200.

DuBois City

• A 2013 Suzuki was struck by a white Chevrolet pick-up truck Wednesday at the intersection of East DuBois Avenue and Liberty Boulevard.  The driver of the truck left the scene, and the driver of the Suzuki lost contact with it. The investigation is ongoing at this time, police said.
• Police received a report about an alarm Thursday at EOG Resources in the 100 block of Beaver Drive. Upon arrival police found everything to be OK.
• A two-vehicle accident occurred Thursday in the 300 block of Maple Avenue. Further, a vehicle operated by a 63-year-old Rockton woman was stopped for another vehicle turning when she was rear-ended by a vehicle operated by a 21-year-old DuBois woman. No injuries were reported, and both vehicles were driven from the scene, police said.
• Police have initiated an investigation into an alleged illegal dumping incident Thursday that occurred behind Hoss’s Steak & Sea House on Liberty Boulevard.

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.

Brian Lee Schaffer (Provided photo)

DUBOIS – Charges have been filed against a Luthersburg man accused of aiding in his estranged girlfriend’s suicide, according to court paperwork obtained from Magisterial District Judge Pat Ford’s office.

Brian Lee Schaffer, 44, of Luthersburg, was charged Thursday by DuBois City police with criminal homicide, F1; aiding suicide, F2; involuntary manslaughter, M1; and manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver, F.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, police were dispatched to a report for a female gunshot victim Jan. 2 on Grant Street in DuBois City. Upon arrival to the scene, police made contact with Schaffer, who allegedly stated that the victim had shot herself but was still breathing in the living room.

Police observed a small, silver pistol that was allegedly laying to the victim’s left on the floor. “The positioning of the gun did not appear to be consistent with falling from [the victim’s] hand after firing but as if it was moved afterwards” police stated in the affidavit.

The gun, according to police, was a .380-caliber Bersa semi-automatic pistol that belonged to Schaffer. A single .380 casing was recovered by police at the scene.

DuBois Emergency Medical Services arrived at the scene and started to provide medical care. The victim was then transported to the emergency department at Penn Highlands, where she was pronounced dead.

Police interviewed Schaffer immediately after the victim was transported to Penn Highlands on Jan. 2. Schaffer told police he was upstairs when he heard a gunshot; he ran downstairs and found that the victim had shot herself.

Schaffer later changed his story, stating he heard the back door shut and went downstairs to find the victim with the gun. Schaffer stated that he told the victim to put it down but when he ran to stop her it went off.

Due to conflicting statements, police requested that Schaffer submit to a polygraph examination on Feb. 19 with the Pennsylvania State Police. During the examination, Schaffer allegedly admitted that he had previously lied to police.

Schaffer allegedly stated that he and the victim were arguing on and off throughout the night and into the early morning hours of Jan. 2. In order to settle their argument, Schaffer allegedly retrieved his gun from his truck.

Schaffer returned to the living room with the gun. When the victim allegedly demanded to see the gun, he handed it to her empty, and she wanted to know where the bullets were. When he showed her the loaded magazine he allegedly stated she wanted him to show her how to load it.

Schaffer stated he loaded the gun while the victim held it. Also, he stated that he must have chambered a round for her because he doesn’t keep it that way. Schaffer said when the victim threatened to shoot herself he reached for it, but it went off.

Schaffer wasn’t sure if his hand was on the gun when it went off. However, he denied pulling the trigger or there being any struggle for the gun. He stated that the gun only fired once, striking the victim in the temple.

Schaffer allegedly stated he couldn’t watch the victim suffer. He allegedly picked up the gun and was going to shoot her and then himself. Schaffer stated that he couldn’t go through with it and called 911.

During the examination, he also allegedly admitted to buying methamphetamine and bringing it to share with the victim. He allegedly stated that the victim had consumed a lot of methamphetamine, and he had quit using sometime around midnight.

Schaffer allegedly stated that he and the victim had been using methamphetamine for three or four days straight prior to the incident. Another witness confirmed in an interview with police on Feb. 20 that there was methamphetamine in the residence, Schaffer had purchased it and they were all using it.

An autopsy was performed on the victim at the Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown on Jan. 3. The findings concluded that the victim died of a single, gunshot wound to the head.

During the examination, suspected bullet fragments were recovered from the wound. A toxicology screening also showed that the victim had methamphetamine, ethanol and amphetamine in her system.

Robert J. Misho (Provided photo)

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man pleaded guilty to assaulting a 2-year-old girl during plea and sentencing court.

Robert J. Misho, 28, 117 Smith St., Clearfield, was charged with aggravated assault and endangering the welfare of children after an incident on April 21 in Clearfield.

He pleaded guilty before Judge Paul E. Cherry and was sentenced to 16 months to five years in state prison. Misho was fined $2 plus costs and ordered to complete anger management counseling.

Before the sentence was announced, Misho apologized and stated he was “truly, deeply sorry for my actions”.

Testimony in the preliminary hearing came from the victim’s mother. She testified that she was in the shower when she heard her daughter crying. After she got dressed, she went to check on her and found her holding her head in her hand. The girl had a bruise on the top of her forehead.

Misho, who lived with her, came into the room. He admitted he slapped the girl and she fell into the crib, she testified. But he didn’t want her to take the child to the hospital because he was afraid he’d go to jail. They decided to just watch her overnight.

The next morning, the bruising was worse and the mother took her to the emergency room at Penn Highlands Clearfield.

A doctor ordered x-rays and a CAT scan for the child. The mother spoke with police officers and a caseworker from Clearfield County Children and Youth Services.

Elizabeth Frailey, a caseworker with CYS, testified that she met with the victim’s mother at the hospital. She saw the bruises on the girl’s face including her cheeks and forehead. Frailey spoke with her supervisor who said they should call police.

The girl was transferred to Geisinger Medical Center because the doctors wanted to be sure she had no underlying injuries.

A report from the hospital listed a total of 72 bruises on her forehead, cheek, neck, shoulder, chest, arm, upper back, abdomen, left flank, buttocks and lower back. A determination was made that these were the result of a beating by an adult.

Frailey said the doctor at Geisinger told her the girl was very lucky because the injuries could have been life threatening. Photos of the girl taken before she was released from Geisinger showed a severely bruised face.

Both the child and her 8-year-old brother are now in foster care, Frailey said.

Officer Nathan Curry of the Clearfield Borough police testified at the hearing that when he questioned Misho, he said he was disgusted with himself and that he deserved to rot in hell for hurting the girl. When shown a photo of the injuries on the left side of the girl’s face, Misho said “I own that.”

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man was sentenced to state prison for giving alcohol to pre-teen girls and asking them for sexual favors.

Richard Stephen English, 45, who is an inmate of state prison, pleaded guilty to three counts of corruption of minors, three counts of indecent exposure and five counts of selling/furnishing liquor to minors before Judge Paul E. Cherry.

English was sentenced to serve a consecutive period of 18 months to five years in state prison. He was fined $5,006 plus costs.

The charges stem from incidents that occurred in Clearfield in July of 2014.

One of the victim’s mothers addressed the court. To English she said “I want you to know how much you hurt her.” She went on to say he had taken years from her daughter’s life. She is now harassed by the other kids in school and “it’s heartbreaking” to see the fear in her eyes, the victim’s mother said.

English apologized to the court saying he was “sorry for all my wrongful acts.”

According to the affidavit of probable cause, two women contacted police regarding English attempting to sexually assault their daughters. Both women and their daughters were then interviewed regarding the allegations.

The first victim, an 11-year-old female said she was sleeping over at a borough residence. English, who was also there, offered to give the victim and her two friends cigarettes. Later this victim went into the bathroom and discovered English was already in there.

She apologized and tried to leave but he told her to stay. He grabbed her hand and tried to place it on his crotch. She pulled it away, but he tried it again. She was again able to pull her hand away and get out of the room.

On the second night she stayed at the residence, English offered her and the other two girls Smirnoff Blueberry Lemonade. They did drink some of it, she said.

The second victim, a 12-year-old girl told police a similar story. Both said that the third girl’s mother, who was at the home, was drunk and passed out on the couch during these events.

On the first night, they stayed at the home, the second victim said she went into a bedroom where English asked her for a “hickey.” When she refused, he asked her if the other girl would do it.

As he was speaking to her, he was playing with himself, she said. He then tried to put his hand up her shirt. She also stated that he played with himself in front of the three girls and asked them to touch him.

During the second evening, English offered this girl $20 if she would hug and kiss him. Then he offered her $50 in exchange for showing him a “good time” sexually.

The second victim said that she and the third victim watched porn at this residence on several occasions after English showed them, which channel to watch.

When he was questioned English stated that nothing happened. He said the girls walked in on him watching a porn movie but he covered himself with a blanket. He claimed they watch porn all the time. When asked why he was letting the young girls watch porn, he stated that he tried to stop it but nothing worked.

State police at Clearfield

• An incident of harassment occurred Aug. 18 on Friendly Acres Road in Penn Township. During the incident, two individuals allegedly became involved in a verbal argument that turned physical. Both received minor injuries as a result of the incident. Both were also cited through the district court, state police said.
• An incident of burglary, theft and criminal mischief occurred sometime Friday or Saturday on Curtain Street in Osceola Mills. During the incident, someone allegedly forced open an apartment door; once inside they allegedly removed $120 in cash. 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 fraud and forgery occurred sometime between Aug. 26 and Saturday on Yarger’s Lane in Decatur Township. Further, someone allegedly compromised the victim’s credit card through unknown means. They also allegedly attempted to make numerous transactions. 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 DUI occurred Sunday near the Allport Cutoff in Morris Township. During the incident, a Clearfield man was allegedly operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Charges will be filed through the district court, state police said.

State police at Philipsburg

• An accident occurred Friday on the Port Matilda Highway in Rush Township. A vehicle operated by Gloria Leonard of Osceola Mills was traveling east when a vehicle operated by William Downey of Philipsburg attempted to enter the roadway to make a left-hand turn. As a result, the Downey vehicle impacted the Leonard vehicle, causing disabling damage to it. Leonard sustained minor injuries and she was treated at the scene. Leonard’s vehicle was also towed from the scene, state police said.
• An incident of harassment occurred Aug. 26 in the 300 block of North Front Street in Philipsburg Borough. During the incident, two, known actors allegedly engaged in a verbal argument that turned physical. Both were cited for harassment, state police said.
• An incident of simple assault occurred Saturday in the 600 block of North Front Street in Rush Township. During the incident, the victim and accused allegedly engaged in a verbal argument that turned physical when the victim was punched in the face. The accused also allegedly had a small amount of marijuana on her when she was taken into custody, state police said.

State police at DuBois

• An incident of DUI occurred Saturday on Route 119 near W.W. Equipment in Sandy Township. During the incident, a Reynoldsville man was allegedly stopped for several traffic violations; also, state police allegedly detected a faint odor of alcohol on his breath. The man was subsequently arrested for DUI and related charges, which are pending blood test results, state police said.
• An attempted burglary occurred Sunday on Main Street in Falls Creek Borough. During the incident, someone allegedly attempted to break into the victim’s residence. However, upon being detected, they allegedly fled the scene on foot to an awaiting vehicle; it was last seen traveling on First Street towards Fuller Avenue. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652.

State police at Punxsutawney

• An incident of theft by deception occurred sometime between Aug. 13 and Aug. 19 at the Burnside Handi-Mart in Burnside Borough. During the incident, a known suspect allegedly wrote five checks, which totaled $440, on a closed account. The incident remains under investigation at this time, state police said.

State police at Ridgway

• An incident of theft from a motor vehicle occurred Friday on Route 219 in Horton Township. During the incident, someone allegedly removed a known amount of cash from the victim’s car. The incident remains under investigation at this time, and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at Ridgway at 814-776-6136.
• An incident of harassment occurred Saturday at the Army Navy Club in Horton Township. During the incident, a Brockway man allegedly began fighting with a known person inside the club. While the first victim attempted to stop the fight, she was allegedly punched in the face by the man. When the fight continued outside, the second victim intervened and was allegedly struck in the face by the man.

Clearfield Borough

• Police responded to a North Second Street establishment to serve a 302 warrant on an individual. The individual was transported to the hospital for an evaluation without incident, police said.
• Police received a report about a bicycle that was allegedly stolen along West Front Street. It was a black and white Mongoose, police said.
• Police responded to High Street for a report about eggs allegedly being thrown at a residence.
• Police responded to an East Market Street residence of a report about a ladder that was allegedly stolen. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to a vehicle lockout along East Market Street. Officers were able to gain entry without damage.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to a report about an alleged theft along Hammermill Road. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police responded to a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief to a vehicle near Weaver and Merrill streets. Following an investigation, officers were able to locate a juvenile suspect who had allegedly shot the vehicle with a BB gun.
• Police responded to a psychological emergency at a residence along Reed Street. The individual was transported to the hospital for an evaluation, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged incident of retail theft at a local establishment. Officers were able to identify the suspect by security footage.  Contact was made with the suspect who allegedly had the items in his possession.  Charges are being filed as a result, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a dog barking along South Fourth Street. The complaint was unfounded, police said.
• While on patrol, police located a person who was allegedly intoxicated and walking down North Third Street. They were taken into custody, transported and released to a sober adult. They will be cited for the incident, police said.
• Police responded to West Fifth Street for a parking complaint.
• Police responded to a burning complaint along SW Third Street.
• Police responded to West Fifth Street for an alleged assault over a parking complaint. Both parties denied charges and were warned to stay away from each other, police said.
• Police received a report about a traffic complaint at the intersection of West Front and Fulton streets. The victim/witness refused to press charges, police said.
• Police received a report of about an alleged Protection from Abuse violation via social media. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Police were contacted by a male who came to the police station, stating that he allegedly wanted to harm a known male. After more alleged statements, the male was transported to the hospital for an evaluation, police said.
• Police received a report about a hit-and-run accident along Nichols Street involving a white vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Clearfield Borough police.
• Police received a report about a tenant allegedly busting a window. The incident was determined to be civil in nature, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a blue chair allegedly being stolen from the front porch of a residence along South Third Street. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Clearfield Borough police.
• Police responded to South Sixth Street for a report about actor(s) allegedly ringing a doorbell and then running. Officers searched the area with negative results.
• Police responded to a parking complaint at the intersection of Weaver and Clearfield streets. A parking ticket was issued to its operator for the violation, police said.
• Police responded to an alleged domestic disturbance along East Locust Street. Both parties were separated and advised to stay away from each other, police said.
• Police responded to a report about a male allegedly begging for money outside of a local business. The male was warned for his loitering, police said.
• Police assisted emergency personnel with gaining entry into an apartment.
• Police responded to the fairgrounds for a report about a male allegedly pulling a knife on another male during a verbal altercation. Both males are cooperating with police as part of the ongoing investigation.
• Police received a report about an engagement ring that was allegedly stolen. The incident was determined to be civil in nature as the ring was given as a gift, police said.
• Police had a black cell phone turned into them. The owner can claim the phone by contacting police.
• Police issued a parking ticket for a violation along Daisy Street.
• Police were notified about an alleged incident of harassment that occurred along West Pine Street. Further, a male allegedly used vulgar language towards a female who was driving by.
• Police are investigating an alleged burglary that occurred at a residence along West Front Street. During the incident, someone allegedly entered a front porch area of a residence and removed items from inside.
• Police received a report about someone allegedly discarding household items at the Clearfield Borough dump site.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic incident. Police, however, did not receive any cooperation from anyone involved in the incident.
• Police responded to an activated alarm along North Second Street.

Lawrence Township

• Clearfield Borough police were assisted with an alleged disturbance on Hammermill Lane.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications.
• Police responded to a hit-and-run accident, which involved a fire hydrant, on Plaza Drive.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic disturbance on Washington Avenue.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct at the Riverside Motel. Upon arrival police found four individuals who were being loud inside a room. Police advised the individuals to keep the noise to a minimum.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of disorderly conduct in the area of South Second Street. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment. Charges are to be filed, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged phone scam.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment and disorderly conduct.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of criminal mischief on Poplar Avenue.
• Police received a report about an alleged disturbance on Powell Avenue. Police handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about a suspicious person along South Second Street. However, police were unable to locate anyone in the area.
• Police received a report about a civil issue, which involved an eviction.
• Police were requested to check the welfare of an individual on Robinson Avenue.
• Police received a report about an unwanted male on Leonard Street.
• Police responded to an alarm in the area of Daisy Street Extension.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of child endangerment that occurred near Flood Road.
• Police located a suspicious vehicle at a business along Race Street. Police asked the male to leave the business’ property.
• Police received a report about an alleged incident of harassment by communications.
• Police received a report about an alleged domestic disturbance in the Hyde area. Upon arrival police found it was verbal in nature and handled the incident at the scene.
• Police received a report about a deer that was struck in the area of Turnpike Avenue and Mill Road.

DuBois City

• Police received a report about an alleged disturbance Friday at a North Church Street residence. Police made contact with two roommates who were allegedly arguing and asked them to keep the noise down.
• Police received a report about an alleged theft from a motor vehicle Friday at Albert’s Court. Further, someone allegedly took a wallet from the victim’s vehicle, and later used a bank card at a local business. Police were able to identify the suspect, and charges are pending at this time.
• Police received a report about a 911 hang-up call Friday in the 200 block of Morrison Street. Further, police determined that a small child was playing with a cell phone and dialed the number by accident.
• Police received a report about an alleged assault Friday on Tom Mix Drive. The victim, police said, was allegedly assaulted by a known female who was waiting for her to arrive at work. Charges are currently pending, police said.
• Police received a report about an alleged disturbance Friday in the 200 block of West Scribner Avenue. A female told police that a house guest was allegedly threatening to fight with others in the residence. The male agreed to leave the residence, police said.

Sandy Township

• Retail theft charges were filed against a 26-year-old Brockway man Friday after he was allegedly caught by Wal-Mart Loss Prevention taking merchandise from the store without paying for it.
• A 55-year-old Sykes Street Extension man was allegedly seen by employees of Johnson Motors, traveling off of the roadway and hitting a mailbox, which impacted and damaged a Corvette that was parked in the lot. The man then left the scene; however, officers located him at his residence. The man allegedly admitted to police that he had been drinking but did not remember hitting the mailbox.  Charges are currently pending at this time, police said.
• On Saturday two men and a woman, all from Buffalo NY, and an Emporium man were recognized by Walmart employees as a group who had allegedly stolen a television from the store a few days prier. Loss prevention then allegedly observed the group again leave the store with $1,282.76 worth of merchandise and attempt to leave the scene in a U-Haul van. Police were able to stop the group, as they were leaving the parking lot. All four were charged as a result, police said.
• A 31-year-old Treasure Lake man reported that someone got into his vehicle when it was parked at Johnson Motors and took his golf clubs and $300 in cash from inside. The incident remains under investigation at this time, police said.
• Officers responded to a Keen Court Drive residence for an alleged dispute between neighbors on Sunday. Further, a 59-year-old man alleged that his 62-year-old neighbor took the batteries out of his trail camera along with the memory card. Officers handled the situation without incident.

TREASURE LAKE – A man was taken into custody on charges after an alleged domestic dispute Sunday on Rudder Lane in Treasure Lake, reported Sandy Township police.

According to the report, a 37-year-old woman and her 45-year-old husband allegedly engaged in an argument. It allegedly escalated and then ended with him using a baseball bat to smash a window in her vehicle.

The woman was sitting inside of her vehicle during the alleged incident. She sustained injuries due to glass, police said. Upon arrival to the scene, police located the man inside of the residence.

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man pleaded guilty to taking more than $136,000 of items from his employer.

Willis Leonard Hull Jr., 40, Clearfield, pleaded guilty to 10 felony counts of theft by unlawful taking and 18 misdemeanor counts of theft for taking railroad steel from R.J. Corman, beginning in October of 2010.

Judge Paul Cherry sentenced him to 90 days to one year in jail and four years consecutive probation.

He was ordered to pay restitution of $136,869.07 to R.J. Corman and $27,802.30 to GC Scrap Metals. He must pay fines and costs of more than $1,300 and complete 100 hours of community service.

Before the sentence was announced a spokesperson from R.J. Corman addressed the court. He explained that the items taken were not scrap metal, and they were ruined after Hull sold them. He stated that as an employee Hull betrayed their trust when he stole their products.

According to the affidavit of probable cause, Hull sold railroad steel as scrap on 23, different occasions. This steel was in the form of rails, tie plates, comp bars and spikes. This steel has significantly more value in its original form. Hull was paid more than $27,000 for the scrap steel.

DUBOIS – Three individuals have been accused of conspiring to rob a DuBois man at knifepoint.

According to an affidavit of probable cause, filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office Aug. 27, Roderick Joe Gregory Jr., 23, 254 N. Wood Ave., DuBois, Mackenzie Alexa Carlson, 19, 602 Locust St., DuBois, and Jeanmal Mcphee, (no house number given) Wilson Ave., DuBois, are charged with two counts of robbery and one count each of burglary, assault, theft by unlawful taking, recklessly endangering another person, criminal trespass and criminal conspiracy.

According to the affidavit, police responded to Hungry Hollow Road to meet with a man reporting he had been robbed.

The victim allegedly told police that he was at his trailer when three men came in. The victim did not know the individuals and allegedly told police the three men were wearing masks and all had knives.

The victim allegedly told police that the three men used physical force and threatened to kill him if he didn’t open his safe.

The victim said one man allegedly held a knife to his throat while the other two rummaged through the victim’s possessions. The victim said he opened his safe and the men took about $400, six knives, two packs of cigarettes and some prescription drugs before fleeing on foot.

The victim said he feels he was “set up.” He allegedly told police about an hour before the robbery, he received a call from a juvenile female acquaintance asking if he would pick the juvenile and a friend up at a gas station.

The victim said he picked the juveniles up and took them back to his trailer. The victim said he became suspicious because the juvenile was texting someone while the other female stood outside the trailer. The victim allegedly told police that both juveniles fled with the three men.

A witness to the incident then came to the police station to speak to an officer about the robbery.

The witness allegedly told police that his girlfriend and Carlson went to a house on West Long Avenue to visit with Gregory. The witness said that Mcphee, a juvenile and another woman were also at the house.

The witness allegedly told police that Mcphee and the juvenile were going to “set a guy up and take his drugs.” The witness allegedly told police that the juvenile was to call the victim and get him to take her to his trailer. The witness allegedly said the arrangements were made to meet the victim.

The witness said he, Mcphee, Carlson and Gregory were in Gregory’s car and followed the victim to his trailer. The witness allegedly told police he dropped McPhee, Carlson and Gregory off near the victim’s trailer.

Police then spoke to one of the juveniles, whose mother allegedly provided text messages between the other juvenile and Mcphee, where they communicated and arranged for Mcphee, Gregory and Carlson to enter the victim’s property and commit the robbery.