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Accident – Death – Obituary News : Police Investigate Hit-and-Run Incident on Thanksgiving Night
Indiana Borough Police Department responded to a hit-and-run incident on Thanksgiving night along the 900 block of Oakland Avenue. The incident occurred around 8:51 p.m., and officers are now seeking information from the public regarding the incident. According to the police, video footage showed a white sport utility vehicle fleeing eastbound on School Street. The vehicle is expected to have front-end damage.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Indiana Borough Police at (724) 349-2121. The police are relying on the community’s assistance to help identify the driver responsible for the hit-and-run.
Underage Drinking and Fake IDs Seized During Traffic Stop
During a routine traffic stop on Sunday at 1:44 a.m. along the 500 block of Nixon Avenue, Indiana Borough Police pulled over an individual identified as Cooper Thompson, an 18-year-old resident of Pittsburgh. The stop was initiated due to a summary traffic offense.
Upon further investigation, the officers discovered alcohol and fake identification cards inside the vehicle. As a result, Thompson was cited for underage drinking. Additionally, Ava Boffoli, 19, from Pittsburgh, was also cited for underage drinking, while Saharra Schantz, 18, from Monroeville, received citations for carrying false ID cards.
All citations related to the incident have been filed with Indiana Magisterial District Judge Guy B. Haberl’s office. However, no further details regarding the court proceedings were found on the state courts website.
Man Arrested for Public Drunkenness While Parked
On Thursday at approximately 2:50 a.m., Indiana Borough Police discovered a man named Michael Quidetto, 54, of New Alexandria, Westmoreland County, passed out inside his parked vehicle while parking tickets were being issued. Quidetto was subsequently arrested and issued a non-traffic citation for public drunkenness.
Following his arrest, Quidetto was released into the custody of a sober adult. The citations related to the incident have been filed with Indiana Magisterial District Judge Guy B. Haberl’s office.
Intoxicated Man Attempts Unauthorized Entry into Apartment
On Friday around 12:10 a.m., Indiana Borough Police responded to a report of a male attempting to gain entry into an apartment located on the 200 block of South Tenth Street. The officers identified the individual as Keenan Smith, a 24-year-old resident of Northern Cambria.
Smith was found to be heavily intoxicated, posing a danger to both himself and others. Consequently, he was taken into custody and issued a citation for public drunkenness. Subsequently, Smith was released to the care of a sober individual. The citation related to the incident has been filed with Indiana Magisterial District Judge Guy B. Haberl’s office.
Intoxicated Individual Causes Disturbance in Blairsville Borough
Shortly before 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Blairsville Borough Police were dispatched to the 400 block of East Market Street following reports of someone yelling and the sound of glass breaking. Upon arrival, the officers discovered an individual described as manifestly intoxicated attempting to gain entry into a residence.
The individual was identified as Issac Jerome Snyder, a 34-year-old resident of Johnstown. Snyder was cited for public drunkenness, and Homer City Magisterial District Judge Susanne V. Steffee is currently awaiting a plea in the matter.
These incidents highlight the importance of responsible behavior and adherence to the law. Local law enforcement agencies continue to actively investigate and address such cases to ensure the safety and well-being of the community..
