Ashland Police are seeking the whereabouts of a wanted man after he was found in an abandoned home over the weekend.
Daniel Leary, 30, of Ashland has been wanted by borough police since November on charges of felony robbery, terroristic threats, theft by unlawful taking, and simple assault. Those charges stemmed for an incident that occurred on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024.
On Saturday, January 19th, 2025, Ashland Police found Leary hiding in an abandoned home in the borough. As officers attempted to take him into custody, he was able to escape. For this incident, Leary now faces charges of burglary and escape.
Ashland Police say if you know the whereabouts of Leary, to call 911 immediately or Schuylkill County Communications by calling (570) 462-1991.
November 2024 Incident
According to the affidavit filed by Ashland Police Officer Hugh Clinton, on Wednesday, November 6th, 2024, a man and woman arrived at the Borough Police Station to make a report.
The man and woman said that on the previous day, they messaged Daniel Maxwell Leary over Facebook Messenger inquiring about an iPhone he was selling. They agreed to meet that day in the 500 Block of Walnut Street.
The couple arrived at the location just before 7:30pm that evening. Leary allegedly came up to their vehicle and knocked on the window. When the couple asked to see the iPhone, Leary asked to see the money first where they then pulled out and showed him $250 in cash.
At that point, Leary pulled out a black and silver pistol from his pocket and told the couple "they shouldn't do anything stupid". Leary then grabbed the money and walked away.
The couple had screenshots of the Facebook Profile used which had the name "Max Leary". Police recognized the photo on the profile as Daniel Leary.
Officer Clinton filed the above charges and requested an arrest warrant for Leary.
Anyone with information on the location or whereabouts of Leary is asked to contact Ashland Police or Schuylkill County Communications by calling (570) 462-1991.