Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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.

According to police reports, troopers responded to the property on Brandonville Road in Mahanoy Township in late January after receiving a report of stolen items. The investigation determined that between January 18th and January 20th, 2025, an unknown suspect or suspects removed numerous lights and a key from three pieces of heavy machinery.

The stolen equipment is valued at over $2,500. Authorities have not yet identified any suspects and are urging the public to come forward with any information that may help solve the case.

Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville by calling (570) 874-5300.