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The Blotter

Feb 17, 2003

Rape
2/12 – A woman from Port Matilda reported that a known suspect raped her at her apartment. The suspect is from the State College area. The investigation will remain open pending further information.

Reckless Endangerment
2/13 – An unknown person shot a 1995 Isuzu pick-up truck, causing $300 worth of damage, along Reservoir Road in Blair County.

Underage Drinking
2/14 – Seven juveniles ages ranging from 15-17 from the Altoona, Hollidaysburg and Duncansville areas were arrested for underage drinking at a party in Antis Township.

False Report to Law Enforcement
2/14 – A resident of Shade Gap reported his car stolen to police when he knew that it was not. The person had just crashed the car and fled the scene. It was later found that the person was intoxicated and drug paraphernalia was found in his vehicle. Various charges are being filed at DJ Jamison’s office.

Retail Theft
2/14 – An unknown person in a dark-colored minivan was seen pumping $15.10 worth of gas at Mielnik’s Store in Frankstown Township and then fled the scene without paying the bill. The vehicle was last seen traveling west on old SR 22. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police in Hollidaysburg.

Runaway
2/15 – Nathan Michael Lapenne, a 14 year-old male from Williamsburg has run away from home. Anyone with any information regarding the whereabouts of the juvenile is asked to contact the police in Hollidaysburg at 696-6100.

By Rick