Prohibited firearm purchase attempted
An unknown individual attempted to purchase a firearm on Oct. 29 from a Wysox gun store when this person was prohibited from doing so.
According to state police, the individual allegedly falsified an application form stating that he/she was not prohibited from purchasing a firearm. An investigation is on-going.
Counterfeit money used in Wysox
A Houtzdale man was recently charged with forgery, theft by deception and receiving stolen property following an incident that occurred on Nov. 16 in Wysox.
According to police, Michael Pierce, 28, purchased gasoline from a convenience store using a counterfeit $100 bill.
Harassment occurs in Wysox
According to state police, on Feb. 6, an unknown suspect left a note on the door of a 20-year-old Wysox woman stating that she should commit suicide. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact state police at (570) 265-2186.
Police investigating criminal mischief
According to state police, sometime between 8 p.m. on Feb. 8 and 7 a.m. on Feb. 9, unknown actor(s) broke the window of a vehicle belonging to a 65-year-old Monroeton woman and then fled the scene.
The incident is under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at (570) 265-2186.
Unlawful attempted firearms purchase occurs
On Oct. 21, Athens Township Police received a report of a Pennsylvania Instant Systems Check denial for the attempted purchase of a rifle, made by 22-year-old Nikolay L. Gustev of Centre Hall, Pa. When asked if he had "ever been convicted of a felony or any other crime for which the judge could have imprisoned you for more than one year?" Gustev answered "no." In fact, he was sentenced to five years for a second offense DUI on Nov. 20, 2012.
Gustev was charged with providing false information and unsworn falsification to authorities. He was arraigned on Jan. 9 in front of Magisterial District Judge Jonathan Wilcox and released on his own recognizance.
Burglary investigation ongoing
Some time between July 31 and Dec. 19, an unknown person entered a victim's property on Ghent Hill Road in Sheshequin Township and removed numerous articles and damaged a door. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at (570) 265-2186. An up to $2,000 cash reward is offered for information that leads to an arrest.
Snow causes accident
On Jan. 8, State Police responded to a one vehicle accident on North Street in Terry Township. The crash occurred as a vehicle, driven by 36-year-old Kathleen Stevens, was negotiating a curve and lost control on the snow-covered roadway. The vehicle veered off the road and struck a tree. The vehicle was removed from the scene by Fulmer's Towing and the driver was cited for driving on roadways laned for traffic.
Man charged with simple assault
On Dec. 16, State Police responded to a domestic argument call in which a verbal argument turned physical. Police subsequently charged 36-year-old Jason Shores of Stevensville, with simple assault and harassment. After a preliminary hearing with Magisterial District Judge Fred Wheaton, the assault charge was dismissed and the harassment charge moved to non-traffic court.
Failure to obey stop sign results in crash
On Jan. 8, State Police responded to a two vehicle accident in the area of Windham Summit Road at its intersection with Hill Road in Litchfield Township. A vehicle, operated by 32-year-old Chad Baggerly, failed to stop at a posted stop sign on Hill Road. As the vehicle entered the roadway, it was struck by a second vehicle, traveling west on Windham Summit Road. Both vehicles suffered damage but no injuries were reported. Baggerly was cited for failure to stop at a stop sign.
Cashier reported stealing from Lowe's
On Jan. 12, Athens Township Police were called to Lowe's on Elmira Street for a report of an employee committing a theft. Upon their arrival they met with Hannah K. Roach, 24, of Ulster, who admitted that she had been taking money from her register and placing it in her pocket during her shifts as cashier. She admitted doing so nine times, with the money taken totaling $440.
Roach was placed under arrest and charged with theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property. After a preliminary hearing on Feb. 10 with Magisterial District Judge Michael Shaw, her case was transferred the Bradford County Court of Common Pleas. She will return for a formal arraignment on March 12 with Senior Judge J. Michael Williamson.
Man charged with marijuana possession
After a traffic stop on Jan. 17 on Route 220 near the PennDOT work station in Milan, Athens Township Police charged 28-year-old Derek M. Wells with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a small amount of marijuana. During the traffic stop, the officer noticed a strong odor of marijuana and subsequently observed a glass pipe and small container of marijuana.
Wells was transported to his residence and later received a summons on the charges. He will face Magisterial District Judge Michael Shaw on Feb. 17 to answer to the charges.
Hit and run reported
On Jan. 8, State Police took a report of a hit and run accident occurring on Fawcett Avenue in New Albany Borough. The report indicated that a vehicle, believed to be blue in color, turned onto Fawcett Avenue, left its lane of travel and side swiped a second vehicle, which sustained minor damage to the driver's side headlight and fender. The vehicle then left the scene without giving any insurance information.
Failure to stop for school bus reported
On Jan. 5, State Police received a complaint from Wyalusing Area School District which stated that a vehicle failed to stop for a school bus with its red light flashing. Investigative leads found the offender to be James E. Seymour III of Waverly. A traffic citation was filed for a school bus violation with the court of Magisterial District Judge Fred Wheaton.
Hit and run accident reported
A one vehicle accident occurred on State Route 220 in Ulster Township on Jan. 13 according to the State Police. A vehicle was traveling south on Route 220 when it left the roadway for an unknown reason and struck a utility pole. The vehicle then continued traveling in an unknown direction.