Police Reports

Wanted Fugitive: Brandon James McKinney Sr.  DUI and Evading Arrest

The City of Bradford Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Brandon James McKinney Sr., a wanted fugitive who is intentionally evading arrest. McKinney is currently wanted on two active arrest warrants issued by Magistrate Luther’s Office. In the first case, McKinney is wanted for Felony DUI, as he is a multiple-time offender. The second warrant is for Felony Flight to Avoid Apprehension, as he has been intentionally hiding and concealing himself from arrest. Both warrants are extraditable from anywhere in Pennsylvania and outside of the state.

The City of Bradford Police Department is urging anyone with information on McKinney’s whereabouts to come forward and contact them at 814-887-4911. We appreciate the public’s help to bring McKinney to justice and ensure the safety of our community. If you have any information, no matter how small, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Remember, all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance in this matter.

At approximately 1925 hours, City of Bradford Police responded to a domestic dispute at 1 Orchard Place. Upon arrival, the female victim reported that the defendant, Angelo Mininni, had returned home intoxicated and engaged in a physical altercation with her, causing damage to property. During the altercation, Mininni struck the victim in the nose, resulting in bleeding and injury. The victim also reported being grabbed by the neck. Prior to police arrival, the defendant had fled the scene. A search of the area led officers to observe Mininni walking in private yards between Summer and Winter Streets. Mininni was apprehended when he became stuck in a fence. Upon arrest, officers determined Mininni to be intoxicated.

Mininni was taken to Magistrate Luther for arraignment, where a $50,000 bail was set. The defendant was unable to post bail and was remanded to McKean County Jail, where he will await preliminary hearings. Throughout the incident, Mininni displayed violent and threatening behavior toward officers.

**All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.** The City of Bradford Police Department is committed to serving and protecting our community. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please reach out to local resources for support. **Remember, if you see something, say something.**

On October 1, 2024, the City of Bradford Police Department received a report of a stolen motor vehicle from 15 Avenue B. Following a collaborative investigation with the New York State Police, it was discovered that the stolen vehicle was found burned in New York on October 2, 2024. Through joint efforts, it was determined that Kyle Nortum, along with a co-conspirator, stole the motor vehicle from Avenue B in the City of Bradford. A warrant was issued for Nortum’s arrest, and it was later learned that he was being held in Clarion County Jail. Nortum was extradited back to McKean County and arraigned by Magistrate Luther.

He was remanded to McKean County Jail on $50,000 bail. Preliminary hearings are scheduled in the matter. Nortum was additionally arraigned on a separate case as well related to a bicycle theft. Magistrate Luther set that bail at $10,000.  The City of Bradford Police Department would like to thank the New York State Police for their assistance in this investigation. The department is committed to working with neighboring agencies to combat crime and bring those responsible to justice. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. For further information, please contact the City of Bradford Police Department.

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, after a jury trial held today at the Courthouse, Ozzy STRAIT, of Bradford, was convicted of crimes related to an assault on his then-girlfriend. 

STRAIT was charged by City of Bradford Police Officer Evan Schmidt after he and Sgt. Seth Shephard were dispatched for a report of a strangulation that had just occurred at an apartment building in Bradford.

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Bradford man was convicted of making false representations while attempting to purchase a firearm after a jury trial held today at the Courthouse.  

Dillon Schweitzer was charged by Foster Township Police Chief Mike Thomas with making a false statement on a Federal form in conjunction with the attempted purchase of a Ruger pistol and with making a false statement on a form which contained a notice that such statement would be criminally punishable – a Felony 3 and a Misdemeanor 3 offense, respectively.

SCHWEITZER indicated that he did not have any felony convictions or any convictions which were punishable by a year or more of incarceration, when in fact, he did have three such convictions.  Assistant District Attorney Thomas Coppolo prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth.  Sentencing has been scheduled for June 12th.