Saturday, August 23, 2025

Pottsville Man Wanted After Failing to Report to Prison


POTTSVILLE – A Pottsville man is wanted in Schuylkill County after failing to report to prison to begin serving a court-ordered sentence.
Enrique Aleja Ansell Jr., 38, did not surrender himself to the Schuylkill County Prison as directed by the Schuylkill County Court of Common Pleas. A bench warrant has since been issued for his arrest.

Ansell was originally charged with:
  • DUI: Highest Rate of Alcohol (Misdemeanor)
  • DUI: General Impairment/Incapable of Safe Driving (Misdemeanor)
  • Possession of Marijuana (Misdemeanor)
  • Use/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor)
  • Careless Driving (Summary Offense)
He is described as a White, Hispanic male, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing about 230 pounds. His last known address is 1967 West Market Street, Pottsville, PA.

Anyone who sees or comes in contact with Enrique Aleja Ansell Jr. is urged to call the Schuylkill County 9-1-1 Center immediately. All information will be kept confidential.