According to court documents, Yeilyn Alberto Encarnacion Bello, 25, of Shenandoah, was charged by Mahanoy City Police Department with aggravated assault, simple assault, evading arrest or detention on foot, and criminal attempt— theft by unlawful taking of movable property.
Police say the incident began at the M&T Bank branch in Mahanoy City, where bank employees contacted 911 after suspecting a possible fraud attempt. Investigators allege Encarnacion Bello entered the bank with an older Hispanic male and approached a teller window, claiming he had recently sold a vehicle through Facebook Marketplace and deposited approximately $18,000 into his account.
According to the affidavit of probable cause, Encarnacion Bello presented an M&T Bank card in his name along with a New York driver’s license and stated there was a hold placed on the funds. Bank staff contacted M&T Bank’s fraud department and were instructed to reach out to the branch in Great Neck, New York, where the deposit was allegedly made. Employees were reportedly advised to notify police, as the transaction appeared to be fraudulent.
When police attempted to take Encarnacion Bello into custody outside the bank on East Centre Street, authorities allege he struggled with an officer and shoved him to the ground.
Police say Encarnacion Bello fled on foot but was apprehended a short time later in the 300 block of East Pine Street without further incident. He was then transported to the Mahanoy City Police Station.
The investigation included follow-up interviews conducted by West Mahanoy Township Police Department, with bank employees reportedly confirming they witnessed the struggle between Encarnacion Bello and the officer.
Encarnacion Bello was arraigned before on-call Edward Tarantelli and committed to Schuylkill County Prison after bail was set at $75,000 straight cash.
The alleged bank fraud is still under investigation.
Encarnacion Bello remains incarcerated in Schuylkill County Prison with a preliminary hearing scheduled for January 29th, 2026. All charges are allegations, and Encarnacion Bello is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Encarnacion Bello remains incarcerated in Schuylkill County Prison with a preliminary hearing scheduled for January 29th, 2026. All charges are allegations, and Encarnacion Bello is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.