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CRIME & SAFETY
Case Against Franklin Woman Accused of Allegedly Choking, Threatening to Drown Juvenile Moves Forward in Court
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — Charges against a local woman accused of strangling a juvenile in Clintonville Borough and threatening to drown her in a pond were held for court on Wednesday. Court records show the following criminal charges against 50-year-old Crystal Ann Armant, of Franklin, were held for...
Local Man Jailed for Allegedly Assaulting State Trooper While Being Transported to Hospital
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Authorities say a local man is behind bars for allegedly assaulting a State Police trooper in Oil City. Court records show Franklin-based State Police filed criminal charges against 62-year-old Kenneth Lee Amon, of Titusville, in District Judge Andrew Fish’s office on August 14.
Oil City Man Still Held Without Bail as 2023 Murder Case Moves Forward
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man accused of fatally shooting his domestic partner last year remains in custody as his case continues to make its way through the court system. Mark D. Redfield, 62, allegedly shot 40-year-old April Michelle Dunkle during a domestic dispute at his...
Franklin Man Accused of Punching, Injuring Sister During Domestic Dispute
SUGARCREEK BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — Police say a local man reportedly assaulted his sister during a domestic altercation in Sugarcreek Borough. Court documents indicate Franklin-based State Police filed criminal charges against 24-year-old Steven Allen Shoffstall, of Franklin, in District Judge Rita Marwood’s office on August 22. According to...
Franklin Volunteer Firefighters Respond to Multiple Incidents on Thursday
On Thursday, Franklin’s volunteer firefighters were called to multiple incidents, showcasing their dedication and swift action in the face of emergencies. Early in the morning at 4:12 AM, Engine 45 and Truck 42 were dispatched to a fire alarm situation. Later in the day, at 10:22 AM, Squad 41...
Oil City woman charged with aggravated assault
An Oil City woman, Rachael Renee Knight, 36, is facing multiple charges, including eight counts of aggravated assault, after causing a disturbance in Cranberry Township. Knight, who appeared intoxicated, was taken into custody after displaying erratic behavior, including spitting and damaging property. While in custody, she continued to be aggressive, damaging a police vehicle and assaulting law enforcement, medical staff, and security officers. She is currently held in Venango County jail, unable to post bail, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for September 11.
Seven Teens Apprehended in Connection With String of Burglaries, Theft of Semi in Oil City
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Oil City Police say they apprehended and charged seven juveniles in connection with a string of burglaries at multiple businesses in Oil City. Oil City Police Department (OCPD) Chief Cory Ruditis said the charges against seven juvenile males, ages 14 and 15, were filed as a result of multiple incidents beginning on August 6.
Hearing Scheduled for Local Man Accused of Attacking Two Oil City Firefighters
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — A local man facing charges for reportedly attempting to punch, kick, and bite two Oil City firefighters during an incident earlier this month is due in court on Wednesday morning. According to court records, a preliminary hearing for 54-year-old Thomas Butryn, of Oil City,...
Police: Clarion County Man Harasses, Threatens to Kill Father & Family
BROOKVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — A Clarion County man is facing multiple charges in Jefferson County for allegedly harassing and threatening to kill his father and family in Brookville. Court documents show the Brookville Borough Police Department filed criminal charges against 47-year-old Rocky Ryan Ruffner, of Hawthorn, in District Judge...
Police Searching for Four-Wheeler Stolen in Farmington Township
FARMINGTON TWP., Pa. (EYT) — State Police in Marienville are asking the public for information on a stolen ATV in Farmington Township. According to a report released on Friday, August 30, PSP Marienville was contacted regarding a stolen four-wheeler in the 4100 block of State Route 36, in Farmington Township, Clarion County, around 12:54 p.m. on July 30.
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