City police report
thefts from vehicles
Pottsville police reported recently receiving several reports about thefts from parked vehicles.
Police said that in every instance the victims’ vehicles were left unlocked and unattended.
Vehicle owners are urged to take the time to make sure vehicles are locked when not in use to deter these types of crimes of opportunity.
In addition, police ask that anyone who knows of any suspicious activity in Pottsville to report it as soon as possible by calling 570-628-3792.
5 charged in
Wal-Mart incidents
HOMETOWN — Five people are facing charges by Rush Township police after five recent incidents in their coverage area.
Police said Ronelle Mclead, 25, of Lansford, will be charged with retail theft after stealing items valued at $35,74 from Wal-Mart on March 14. That same day, police said Eric Garzio, 21, of Hazleton, stole items valued at $17.16 and is facing the same charge.
In addition, police said, Brandi Benjamin, 25, of Schuylkill Haven, will be charged with criminal trespass after an incident at Wal-Mart on March 16 and Derek Kotsko Jr., 23, of Sugarloaf, will be charged with retail theft for stealing items Wal-Mart valued at $468.97 on March 17.
Finally, police said Rozanne Counterman, 42, of Coaldale, will be charged with retail theft for stealing items valued at $54.28 around 6 p.m. Sunday. The woman will also face more charges for stealing items valued at $63.52 earlier that day.
Charges against all five will be filed with Magisterial District Judge Stephen J. Bayer, Tamaqua, police said.