Saturday, August 5, 2023

Schuylkill County Authorities Seek Minersville Man


Schuylkill County District Attorney Michael O’Pake, in conjunction with the Schuylkill County Detectives, is seeking the public's help in locating a wanted man from Minersville.

Earl Joseph Davenport, 37, is wanted on two active bench warrants.

Davenport, described as a 6-foot-tall White male, weighing around 200 lbs, has been sought by law enforcement following his failure to appear at the Courthouse for a Status Conference on April 27, 2022.

The charges stemming from this case encompass a range of offenses, including Terroristic Threats (Misdemeanor 1), Possession of Methamphetamine without Proper Registration (Misdemeanor), Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor), Simple Assault (Misdemeanor 2), and Criminal Mischief (Misdemeanor 3).

Furthermore, Davenport again failed to present himself at the Courthouse for a subsequent Status Conference on July 20, 2022, in connection with different charges. These allegations encompass Identity Theft (2 counts) classified as Felony 3, Unauthorized Use of an Access Device (Felony 3), and Possession of Counterfeit/Altered Access Device (Misdemeanor 3).

Davenport's last known residential address was recorded as 605 Pine Hill Street, Minersville, PA 17954.

Authorities urge anyone who possesses information regarding the whereabouts of Earl Joseph Davenport or any other fugitive in Schuylkill County to immediately reach out to the District Attorney’s Office at 570-628-1350 or the Schuylkill County Tip Line at 570-624-3988. Information can also be submitted via email to dadd@co.schuylkill.pa.us.

In the event of any sightings or encounters with Earl Joseph Davenport, individuals are strongly encouraged to promptly contact the Schuylkill County 9-1-1 Center for immediate assistance.

All received information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. For a comprehensive list of Schuylkill County Bench Warrants, concerned individuals are directed to visit the official Schuylkill County website at www.co.schuylkill.pa.us.