Schuylkill County Obituaries for 09/13/2017
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Body Found in Mount Carmel Township on Wednesday
UPDATE: Photo Released of Man Wanted for Assault and Fleeing Police Monday Evening
A photo has been released of a man wanted for an Monday evening incident involving an assault and fleeing police.
On Monday, Pennsylvania State Police from Schuylkill Haven and Hamburg responded to the Landingville Boat Dock, 350 Meadow Drive South Manheim Twp. around 11:30pm, for an active domestic dispute between Edwin Montero-Cartagena, 26, of Pottsville and his girlfriend.
Police say an argument ensued and Montero-Cartagena began to punch the victim numerous times and stabbed her on the top of the head with an unknown sharp object.
Montero-Cartagena was also choking the victim with a small chain.
As Troopers from Hamburg arrived on scene and shined their spotlight on Montero-Cartagena’s vehicle, he fled the scene.
During the pursuit north on SR 61, Montero-Cartagena, at one point, was driving north in the southbound lanes of SR 61.
Montero-Cartagena then proceeded to drive through Palo Alto Borough and at the end of Bacon Street, Montero-Cartagena drove onto a dirt road, got the vehicle stuck and fled the scene on foot.
Various other local departments and Pennsylvania State Police from Schuylkil Haven arrived on scene and searched the area with negative results.
An arrest warrant for Montero-Cartagena was obtained.
Any information on Montero-Cartagena's whereabouts should contact Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600.
On Monday, Pennsylvania State Police from Schuylkill Haven and Hamburg responded to the Landingville Boat Dock, 350 Meadow Drive South Manheim Twp. around 11:30pm, for an active domestic dispute between Edwin Montero-Cartagena, 26, of Pottsville and his girlfriend.
Police say an argument ensued and Montero-Cartagena began to punch the victim numerous times and stabbed her on the top of the head with an unknown sharp object.
Montero-Cartagena was also choking the victim with a small chain.
As Troopers from Hamburg arrived on scene and shined their spotlight on Montero-Cartagena’s vehicle, he fled the scene.
During the pursuit north on SR 61, Montero-Cartagena, at one point, was driving north in the southbound lanes of SR 61.
Montero-Cartagena then proceeded to drive through Palo Alto Borough and at the end of Bacon Street, Montero-Cartagena drove onto a dirt road, got the vehicle stuck and fled the scene on foot.
Various other local departments and Pennsylvania State Police from Schuylkil Haven arrived on scene and searched the area with negative results.
An arrest warrant for Montero-Cartagena was obtained.
Any information on Montero-Cartagena's whereabouts should contact Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600.
Schuylkill County Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash After Leading Police in Pursuit in Berks County
A Schuylkill County Man died in a motorcycle crash Tuesday evening after leading police in a pursuit in Berks County.
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Man Remains on the Loose After Assault and Pursuit Monday Evening
Schuylkill County High School Football Power Rankings After Week 3
Schuylkill County Obituaries for 09/12/2017
LCCC Announces August Graduates
Lehigh Carbon Community College’s (LCCC) President Ann D. Bieber announced the August 2017 graduates, including those with honors.
Monday, September 11, 2017
The Community of Caring Christians Hosts Block Party in St. Clair
Kaska Volunteer Fire Company Annual Antique and Custom Car Show Scheduled
Kaska Volunteer Fire Company Annual Antique and Custom Car Show is scheduled for September 23rd, 2017.
Gillingham Charter School Announces Two New High School Programs
Gillingham Charter School is pleased to announce two programs for students that will be offered during the 2017-2018 school year and beyond.
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