Schuylkill County Crash Log - March 2nd, 2025

A collection of crash reports from Schuylkill County law enforcement.

UPDATE: U.S. Marshals Arrest Two Suspects in Connecticut; Third Suspect Identified and Charged in Multi-County Pursuit and Shooting Incident

** This story was updated as we received word just after posting that the two suspects were captured.

The U.S. Marshals, in collaboration with the Hartford Police Department, report that they have arrested two juveniles in Hartford on Thursday who were wanted on charges of attempted murder of a law enforcement officer in Pennsylvania.  The U.S. Marshals press release did not name the suspects.

Pennsylvania State Police Searching for Next of Kin of Pine Grove Township Resident Who Passed Away

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are seeking the next of kin of a Pine Grove Township woman who recently passed away.

Northampton Man Sought for Semi Trailer Theft in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are currently investigating a vehicle theft that occurred on June 12, 2024, in Cass Township.

Pennsylvania State Police Release Photo of Suspects on the Run During St. Clair Walmart Incident

The Pennsylvania State Police have released a photo of the two suspects on the run from authorities and are attempting to identify one of them following a pursuit from Dauphin County to Schuylkill County on Sunday.

UPDATE: Suspects Charges Filed in Police Chase Shooting: Tennessee Teens Identified in Court Information

Court information has identified a second suspect involved in a high-speed police chase that spanned multiple Pennsylvania counties on Sunday and revealed charges. 

Elderly Schuylkill County Woman Loses $4,500 in Publisher’s Clearing House Phone Scam

An elderly Schuylkill County woman was scammed out of more than $4,500 through a phone scam.

UPDATE: Pennsylvania State Police Release Images of Two Juveniles Wanted in Officer Involved Shooting and Pursuit

Authorities continue to search for two male juveniles who remain at large following a police pursuit that led to road closures, a Walmart evacuation, and a significant law enforcement presence in Schuylkill County on Sunday afternoon.

Two Suspects in Custody, Two at Large Following Multi-County Police Pursuit Ending in Schuylkill County

A police pursuit stemming from an officer-involved shooting in Pennsylvania State Police Troop H’s jurisdiction led to road closures, a Walmart evacuation, and a large law enforcement presence in St. Clair on Sunday afternoon.

DEVELOPING: Police Incident Impacting Traffic on Route 61 near St. Clair, Coal Creek Plaza Closed

A police incident is impacting Route 61 and the Coal Creek Plaza near St. Clair.

Schuylkill County Detectives Seek Ashland Man

Authorities in Schuylkill County are asking for the public's help in locating a wanted Ashland man.

Frackville Police Release Information on Recent Crashes

Frackville Police have released reports on three separate crashes that occurred over the last week.

Over Two Dozen Dogs Seized from Ashland Home

Authorities seized 26 dogs from a residence on Walnut Street in Ashland following reports of a large number of animals being kept inside the home, according to Ashland Police Chief Ger Daley.

Toddler Accidentally Shoots Mother in St. Clair; Mother Faces Charges

A startling incident unfolded in St. Clair on January 31st, 2025, when a toddler gained access to a loaded firearm and accidentally shot his mother. 

Three Transported to the Hospital After Butler Township Crash

Three people were transported to the hospital after a crash in Butler Township on Wednesday afternoon.

Police Investigate Theft at Reading Anthracite Property in Mahanoy Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating the theft of equipment from Reading Anthracite Property in Schuylkill County last month.

Knife-Wielding Woman Arrested After Argument Over Pepperoni Stick

A Schuylkill County woman was arrested last week after a domestic incident resulted in charges.

Shenandoah Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspects in Assault Case

The Shenandoah Police Department is currently investigating an assault that took place at Genesis Cafe.

Bench Warrant Issued by Schuylkill County Detectives for Cressona Man

Schuylkill County Detectives are actively searching for 42-year-old Eric M. Gormley. 

Murder/Suicide Investigation Underway in Minersville

A murder/suicide investigation is underway in the borough of Minersville.