Sunday, August 27, 2023

Authorities in Schuylkill County Seek Pottsville Woman


POTTSVILLE - Schuylkill County Detectives are asking for the public's help in locating a Pottsville woman.

Amanda Jo Martin, 30, of Pottsville has been declared an absconder for violating probation conditions.

Authorities have an active bench warrant out for her arrest, stemming from an original charge of Criminal Trespass – Breaking into a Structure – classified as a Felony 2 offense.

Martin is described as 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs approximately 115 lbs. 

The last known residential address for Martin is recorded as 642 Mauch Chunk Street, Pottsville, PA 17901.

The District Attorney’s Office and the Schuylkill County Detectives are urging the public to come forward with any information that could help in locating Amanda Jo Martin or any other fugitive within Schuylkill County. Information can be shared by reaching out to the District Attorney’s Office at 570-628-1350 or the Schuylkill County Tip Line at 570-624-3988. Tips can also be emailed to dadd@co.schuylkill.pa.us.

In the event that anyone encounters or spots Amanda Jo Martin, they are advised to contact the Schuylkill County 9-1-1 Center without delay.

All provided information will be treated as confidential. Interested individuals can access a roster of Schuylkill County Bench Warrants via the official Schuylkill County website at www.co.schuylkill.pa.us.