Year: 2018

Schaeffer, Heather Lynn – Simple Assault (Domestic Violence Related) and 6 additional charges | Columbia Borough Police Department

Heather Lynn Schaeffer
On 04-05-18 at approx. 5:12PM the Columbia Borough Police were called to a domestic dispute in the 600 blk. of Lancaster Ave. During the investigation police learned that Heather Lynn Schaeffer (30) of Columbia was a passenger in a motor vehicle and did grab the steering wheel of the vehicle while it was in motion steering it into the oncoming traffic lane. Three (3) children were in the vehicle at the time. When the driver attempted to regain control of the vehicle, Schaeffer grabbed the driver by her hair and neck, forcing the driver onto the passenger side of the vehicle. Schaeffer then began to punch the driver in the face smashing her glasses and causing injuries to the driver.
When officer attempted to take Schaeffer into custody she attempted to kick an officer and flailed her body. Once taken into custody Schaeffer did spit in the face of another officer while being placed into the police vehicle.
Schaeffer was charged with one count of Simple Assault (Domestic Violence Related), one count of Strangulation, one count of Terroristic Threats, one count of Aggravated Harassment by Prisoner, one count of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, three counts of Endangering Welfare of Children and one count of Resisting Arrest.
Schaeffer was arraigned before MDJ Chudzik and committed to Lancaster County Prison on $50,000 bail.
Arrest Date: 

Thursday, April 5, 2018

Case Number: 

5498-04-05-18

Source: 

Columbia Borough Police Department

https://lancaster.crimewatchpa.com/columbiapd/10552/arrests/schaeffer-heather-lynn-simple-assault-domestic-violence-related-and-6-additional

Help find Lloyd – Group provides phone number to report sightings of absentee Congressman Smucker

U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker represents the 16th Congressional District, which includes most of Lancaster County.

The tipline — at 717-382-8864 — will help people find Smucker to ask him questions.

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https://lancasteronline.com/news/local/lancaster-stands-up-is-calling-out-us-rep-lloyd-smucker/article_337045ac-1688-11e8-b91c-5f66e6c7637b.html

Columbia Borough School District among those discussing safety and security measures

Keith Ramsey, business manager for Eastern Lancaster County and Columbia Borough, said both school districts are brainstorming safety measures such as enhancing security for playgrounds and classroom entryways.
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https://lancasteronline.com/news/local/bulletproof-glass-enhanced-security-among-school-safety-measures-being-discussed/article_9a466344-391d-11e8-9d10-77f69acfd9a8.html

Rt. 441 Road Closure | Columbia Borough Police Department

On Monday, April 9th Rt. 441 will be closed in the area between Mill St. and Plane St. for approx. 2 weeks. The detour route set up by the construction company for traffic heading south on 441 will be Locust St. to 3rd St., 3rd St. to Chestnut St. (Rt. 462). Use Rt. 462 to Rt. 741. South on Rt. 741 to Rt. 999. Rt. 999 back to Rt. 441. Expect to see more truck traffic in the downtown area during this 2 week road closure.

Source: 

https://lancaster.crimewatchpa.com/columbiapd/10552/post/rt-441-road-clusure

Two from Columbia charged in Pa. insurance fraud sweep

Zachery Helm, 24, of the 100 block of South Fourth Street, Columbia, Lancaster County and Ivan Fontanez of the 600 block of East Marion Street, Lancaster, Lancaster County, were charged with insurance fraud and conspiracy to commit it.
Breanne Rudolph, 28, was charged with insurance fraud and theft by deception. Investigators allege she tried to get money from her insurer by lying regarding a vehicle damage claim, knowing her insurance wasn't in effect when the loss occured. Her last known address was in the 500 block of Walnut Street in Columbia and she is being sought “as a fugitive,” the office said.

https://lancasteronline.com/news/local/three-people-from-lancaster-county-charged-in-pa-insurance-fraud/article_4752472c-39e3-11e8-84fb-bf68cc622e0c.html

Quintana, Kevin Matthew – (1) count of Possession of Heroin (M) and Driving Under Suspension | Manor Township Police Department

Kevin Matthew Quintana, age 27, of the 100 block of Locust Street, Columbia, PA was charged with 1 count of Possession of Heroin and Driving Under Suspension by Officer Brandon McCormick.  On Sunday, April 1, 2018 at 2052 hours Officer McCormick was conducting an investigation into a domestic disturbance in the area of the 3400 block of Charlestown Road and a white vehicle operated by a male had left the scene.  Officer McCormick observed such a vehicle in the area and conducted a traffic stop on Water Street at Conestoga Street.  Quintana admitted to being involved in a dispute with his girlfriend who had fled the scene on foot.  Officer McCormick detected the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and found Quintana in possession of marijuana cigarette and a baggie of heroin.  Quintana was also operating the vehicle on a suspended license.  The charges were filed at MDJ Joshua Keller's office. 

Arrest Date: 

Sunday, April 1, 2018

Case Number: 

2018-MN-00769

Source: 

Manor Township Police Department

https://lancaster.crimewatchpa.com/manorpd/11406/arrests/quintana-kevin-matthew-1-count-possession-heroin-m-and-driving-under-suspension