Wednesday, September 5, 2018

Hazle Township Burglar Believed to be Shawn Christy

A burglary in Hazle Township is believed to have been done by Shawn Christy.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Hazleton, on Wednesday September 5th, Troopers responded to Skitco Iron Works, Hazle Township, Luzerne County, for a report of a Burglary.

Police say they believe that the suspect involved was wanted fugitive Shawn Christy, of McAdoo. Items taken include Money, food and a Beretta shotgun.

A search of the area is being conducted consisting of multiple Law Enforcement Agencies.

Christy has been wanted by the FBI, United Stated States Secret Service and the United State Marshal service since he allegedly made threats to harm/kill a police chief, other law enforcement officials, a district attorney, and President Donald Trump.

The threats were reportedly made through Facebook between June 3rd, 2018 and June 12, 2018.

Officials have been seeking Christy since an arrest warrant was issued on June 19, 2018.

He has been spotted in West Virginia, Kentucky, and Maryland over the course of 2 months until recently returning to Rush Township, Schuylkill County, where he allegedly left a stolen truck and has been spotted burglarizing Skipper Dippers and also being spotted near a dumpster.

Police say, if an alarm is activated within a house / business, contact 911 immediately to allow Law Enforcement officials to properly check the property.

If Christy is observed, he is to be considered armed and dangerous – do not approach and contact 911 immediately - do not delay in calling.

Any and all suspicious activity should immediately be reported to Police by contacting 911.