Shooter ID'd, still at large

On July 8, 2017 at approximately 7:24 pm hours, Officers from the Columbia Borough Police Department were dispatched to the area of South Third Street and Union Street for a report of several shots being fired. There were several callers on the incident.

The first Officers on scene observed several people running from the area. Officers located a crime scene in the 200 Blk of S Third Street which contained numerous shell casings on the ground and approximately three vehicles that had been struck by potential gunfire. A residence in the 300 Blk of S Third Street had also been struck by one of the rounds. Officers from multiple agencies responded into Columbia to assist. No injuries were reported at the time. Officers processed and photographed the scene before collecting evidence. Callers and some witnesses were interviewed. 
During the course of the investigation, it was learned that two juveniles were the intended targets of the shooting due to a ongoing dispute but were not hit by gunfire. Investigators interviewed some of the parties involved and identified the shooter as Miguel “Miggy” Angel Martinez, 20 years of age, last known address of 657 Eagles View Lancaster, PA 17601. 
Charges were completed by Officer Holly Oster of the Columbia Borough Police Department for (4) counts of Felony Aggravated Assault and a arrest warrant was obtained for Martinez. The investigation is still ongoing and more charges could follow. On the evening of 07/11/2017, officers attempted to serve the arrest warrant on Miguel Martinez at potential locations but were unsuccessful. Miguel Martinez is still at large and should be considered armed and dangerous. 
Anyone with knowledge of the location of Martinez or anyone who may have been outside in close proximity to the shooting should contact Columbia Borough Police Department at (717)684-7735. 
 Martinez is considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Incident Date: Saturday, July 8, 2017 – 7:24pm

Incident Type:
Aggravated Assault

Case Number: 9611-07-08-17
Offenders:
Martinez, Miguel Angel

Location:
S Third Street
Union Street
Columbia, PA 17512

Source: Columbia Borough Police Department

Historic Society to host Prehistoric Workshop Event

Join Conejohela Chapter 28 on Sunday, July 16, at 4 p.m. for a prehistoric workshop presented by Jan Klinedinst, our local prehistoric archaeology expert on how ancient peoples developed along the Susquehanna River.

Jan’s lecture paints a vivid picture in “down to earth” terms, beginning with Pennsylvania’s first humans ever to see the beautiful Susquehanna River Valley over 15,000 years ago. Learn how indigenous people evolved into farmers and numbered into the tens of thousands. 
Pennsylvania  is extremely rich with evidence of prehistoric (before a written language) Indian cultures. Easily learned methods of recording and preserving artifacts will be discussed in detail. Artifacts recovered from local sites are displayed and included in a hands on segment.
Please join us and discover why York and Lancaster Counties are such significant archaeological areas.
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Time: Sunday at 4 p.m
Location: Columbia Historic Preservation Society
Banner Hall, 21 North 2nd Street
Columbia, PA 17512
Columbia Historic Preservation Society
Location: Columbia Historic Preservation Society
Banner Hall, 21 North 2nd Street, Columbia, PA 17512
717.684.2894: Office
717.572.7149: Chris Vera, President cverachps@gmail.com

After shooting incident, many mistake fireworks at river shore for gunshots

About two hours after the shooting incident at Third and Union on Saturday night, a fireworks event was held on, or near, the river shore close to the first block of Union Street. The bangs could be heard at least as far away as Ninth Street, causing many to think an active shooting event was still underway. The two clips below document a few seconds of the fireworks. No whistles or screeches can be heard as the rockets ascend and explode. After the reports, faint crackling can be heard in some instances, but was not audible a few blocks away.

SHOTS FIRED!

Police responded to a report of shots fired at South 3rd and Union today at about 7:15 p.m.  The approximate location of the incident is shown in the photograph where the police are standing. Witnesses at the scene said there was an altercation between two young men – one with a baseball bat and one with a handgun. Reportedly, seven to eight shots were fired, hitting several vehicles, before the gunman fled. There were no reports of injuries. Police canvassed the area for suspects.  Multiple departments responded:  Columbia Borough, East and West Hempfield, Susquehanna Regional, Mount Joy Borough, and Manor Township.

Registration Underway for Chiques Challenge 7th Annual Running and Kayaking Event

Join other veteran and amateur athletes as they run and kayak through the 7th annual Chiques Challenge hosted by the Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce. This duathlon slated for Saturday, August 12, will stage from Columbia’s River Park at 41 Walnut Street. 

Participants will be transported to Vinegar Ferry Road for the 8:30 a.m. start time. The course takes runners along the Susquehanna River via the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail and through the streets of Marietta. The run portion of the event ends at the Marietta Boat Launch. There, runners will take to the river aboard a kayak and finish downstream at the Columbia River Park. Offered again this year is the option to enter as a team with one participant handling the running portion while the other takes on the kayaking duties. 
This annual event is held rain or shine. It is made possible through the Gold Sponsorship of Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority and the sponsorships of additional businesses listed on our website.

Pre-registration is required to participate in the Chiques Challenge. This year’s event is limited to 150 participants. Participants must be at least 16 years old. Registrants need to provide their own kayak, but may contact Shank’s Mare or Chickies Rock Outfitters for assistance with kayaks. All participants are required to wear a life vest at all times during the kayaking leg and to be equipped with a whistle. 

For more information or a registration form, visit www.PaRivertowns.com or call 717-684-5249. 
Please, no pets. This is a FUN event! Even though it is timed and participants may feel competitive, the main focus is to have some fun along and in the Susquehanna River!

The Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization serving the tri-borough communities of Marietta, Wrightsville & Columbia, PA as well as the outlying areas. Annual fundraising events such as this help to keep the Visitors Center open year-round as a gratis service to guests to our region.

Spend an Hour with a Park Ranger – Tuesdays at Columbia Crossing

Join Samuel S. Lewis State Park’s Environmental Educator, Curtis Sherwood, for a free kid-friendly weekly nature series! Meet on the deck at Columbia Crossing to explore exciting topics including Bird Watching, Amphibians, Totem Poles, and more! Tuesdays 10-11 a.m.
MORE INFO:
http://www.susquehannaheritage.org/event/hour-with-a-park-ranger/2017-07-11/