Thursday, April 18, 2019

Warrant Issued for Man Wanted for Rape

Minersville Police have obtained an arrest warrant for a man wanted for a rape last weekend.


According to Minersville Police, they were contacted on April 16, 2019 by a woman who said she was sexually assaulted by Steven Harmer, 22, of Minersville at a party the night before.

Police questioned the victim, witnesses, and Harmer, which led to obtaining a arrest warrant  for Harmer on Thursday through Magisterial District Judge Plachko's office.

Harmer has been charged with Rape, Sexual Assault, and Indecent Assault.

Anyone with information on Harmer's whereabouts should contact the Minersville Police Department at (570) 544-6212.