Thursday, October 19, 2023

Mahanoy City Man Wanted for Strangling Mother Over Money


A Mahanoy City man is wanted by borough police for incident where he allegedly strangled his own mother.

Mahanoy City Police say 40-year-old James Sladek is wanted for Felony Strangulation of his 69-year-old mother for her not giving him money on Tuesday, October 17th, 2023. 

Sladek is also wanted for Simple Assault & Harassment. 

Sladek is believed to be driving a black 2003 Dodge Stratus bearing PA registration KYG-3386. 

Anyone with information about Sladek's whereabouts is asked to call Mahanoy City Police at (570) 773-2313. If anyone sees the individual or vehicle, contact 911 immediately.