Monday, December 11, 2023

Delano Man Wanted on Second Warrant for Burglary and Assault at Same Home in Mahanoy Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville have issued a second warrant for a Delano man after a burglary and assault occurred at the same home.

Troopers say, on November 24th, 2023, around 12:45am, police responded to a home on Park Place Road in Mahanoy Township for a report of a burglary and assault.   The victim said that Gavyn Datcko, 21, broke into her home, assaulted her, and stole a firearm from the home.  Datchko fled the scene before police arrived.  

For the November 24th incident, Datchko has been charged with burglary, criminal trespass, theft by unlawful taking, false imprisonment, and harassment.

Datchko was already wanted for a burglary and assault at the same home on October 30th, 2023

In the early morning hours of Monday, October 30th, 2023, police responded to the home for a report of a burglary and assault.

The victim told police Datchko forced his way into her home and assaulted her.

For this incident, Datchko has been charged with simple assault, burglary, harassment, and criminal trespass.

Warrants are issued for Datchko's arrest for both incidents.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Datchko are asked to contact the Frackville barracks by calling (570) 874-5300.