A Schuylkill County man is wanted following an incident in which he allegedly threatened a woman with a firearm and later became the focus of a search that uncovered drugs, ammunition, and dozens of suspected counterfeit inspection stickers.
According to court documents filed by Pennsylvania State Police, the incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. on April 1, 2026, at a residence on New Street in Norwegian Township.
Police say the victim reported that Thomas Kelly, 40, became aggressive during a confrontation inside the home. The victim told troopers that Kelly allegedly retrieved a handgun, fired a round into the floor, and then pointed the weapon at her while making threats.
The victim fled the residence and contacted 911 with the help of a passing motorist, according to the affidavit.
Troopers responded to the scene and attempted to make contact with Kelly but were unsuccessful. Due to the reported use of a firearm and information that drugs may have been involved, authorities obtained a search warrant for the residence.
During the search, investigators reported finding:
- A 9mm semi-automatic pistol
- Ammunition, including spent casings and live rounds
- Suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia
- Multiple resealable bags containing suspected narcotics
- Approximately 21 fraudulent inspection stickers along with dozens of additional number stickers
All items were seized and taken to the Schuylkill Haven barracks as evidence.
Kelly is charged with:
- Felony aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
- Terroristic threats
- Recklessly endangering another person
- Simple assault and harassment
- Drug possession and paraphernalia offenses
- Dozens of counts related to altered, forged, or counterfeit documents and inspection stickers
As of this report, Kelly remains wanted and is not in custody.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven.