On July 5, 2026, Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) reported a drug possession incident in Hickory Township, Forest County. A 32-year-old male from Tidioute, PA, was stopped for an equipment violation and found to be in possession of a controlled substance and related paraphernalia. The male was also determined to be driving under the influence, and charges are pending as the investigation continues. In a separate incident on July 6, 2026, PSP Punxsutawney was called to investigate a theft by deception in Union Township, Jefferson County. The victim, an 81-year-old female from Brookville, PA, reported the incident, and the investigation is ongoing. Further details regarding both incidents are not available at this time.
Two Incidents Reported by Pennsylvania State Police
Police investigate drug possession and theft by deception cases.
Source: This article is based on an official Pennsylvania State Police Public Information Release Report (PIRR).
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