West Side Regional Police Department

07/31/2026

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE 🚨

The West Side Regional Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Avery Cunningham, who has been reported missing.

If you have seen Avery or have any information regarding their whereabouts, please contact our department immediately at 570-714-9846 or call 911.

06/17/2026

NATURE OF INCIDENT:
JUVENILE BURGLARY ARREST
IRC NUMBER:
WS-26-02877
DATE:
6/13/2026
TIME:

LOCATION:
155 Jackson Street Edwardsville Pa
PERSONS INVOLVED:
ARRESTED:



6 Male Juveniles

INCIDENT DETAILS:
"West Side Regional Police Department
Larksville, Pennsylvania
June 17, 2026

Residential Burglary Investigation Leads to Apprehension of Six Juveniles
On June 16, 2026, officers from the West Side Regional Police Department responded to 155 Jackson Street for a reported residential burglary. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the residence had been forcibly entered and extensively ransacked. The property was secured, and the homeowner was notified.

A canvass of the surrounding area resulted in two juveniles being stopped and identified; however, officers were unable at that time to determine whether they were involved in the break‑in.

At approximately 2:10 AM, officers returned to the residence and encountered six juveniles actively attempting to break into the home. Three juveniles were located inside the residence, and three were found outside. All six were taken into custody without incident and transported to West Side Regional Police Headquarters.

The individuals taken into custody were all male juveniles between the ages of 13 and 17, including two juveniles who had been stopped earlier in the evening near the residence. While at Headquarters, the juveniles initially refused to provide identifying information. One 15‑year‑old male was confirmed to be a missing person from Edwardsville, Pennsylvania.

All juveniles were eventually identified, and their parents or guardians were notified. The group consisted of three juveniles from Wilkes‑Barre, two from Edwardsville, and one from Swoyersville, all under the age of 18. Each juvenile was released to a guardian.

Charges for Burglary and related offenses will be filed with the appropriate juvenile authorities"

06/15/2026

NATURE OF INCIDENT:
DISORDERLY CONDUCT RESISTING ARREST
IRC NUMBER:
WS-26-02877
DATE:
6/13/2026
TIME:

LOCATION:
John Hopkins Memorial Park Edwardsville, PA
PERSONS INVOLVED:
ARRESTED:



2 Male Juveniles

INCIDENT DETAILS:
"PRESS RELEASE
West Side Regional Police Department
Larksville, Pennsylvania
June 12, 2026

Juvenile Disturbance at Pierogi Festival Leads to Two Arrests
On Saturday, June 12, 2026, officers of the West Side Regional Police Department were monitoring activities at the annual Pierogi Festival in Edwardsville, Pennsylvania, as part of planned safety and crowd‑management operations.

During the event, officers encountered several juveniles whose behavior had become disruptive to festival operations and the public. The juveniles were advised to leave the festival grounds; however, they refused to comply and were subsequently escorted from the park area.

As officers attempted to remove the individuals, the juveniles became increasingly disorderly, prompting additional juveniles nearby to engage in riotous behavior. At one point, one juvenile attempted to reenter the festival grounds after being removed and refused repeated commands to leave the premises. The individual was taken into custody and immediately began physically resisting officers, requiring physical restraint to ensure safety.

A second juvenile attempted to interfere with the arrest and became disorderly to the extent that officers were required to physically remove him from the area to prevent further escalation.

Both juveniles were taken into custody and transported to the West Side Regional Police Department for processing. They were later released to family members. Charges will be filed following completion of the investigation.

"

06/12/2026

NATURE OF INCIDENT:
AGGRVATED ASSAULT
IRC NUMBER:
WS-26-00022
DATE:
6/10/2026
TIME:

LOCATION:
Beverly Drive Edwardsville, PA
PERSONS INVOLVED:
ARRESTED: Jaycob Castillo
36 Payne Ave
Kingston Pa



INCIDENT DETAILS:
"On June 9 , 2026, at 2050 hrs the West Side Regional Police Department responded to the area of Beverly Drive, Edwardsville, for a report of an active disorderly fight between several subjects in the complex. Upon arrival, officers encountered multiple disorderly subjects engaged in a physical altercation. Several of the participants left the area upon police arrival.

During the initial inquiry, officers were advised that a male juvenile was in possession of a handgun and pointed it at multiple individuals and threatened to shoot them. The male was subsequently identified as Jaycob Ruiz Castillo of Kingston. On June 11, 2026 Castillo was taken into custody and charged with Aggravated assault and numerous Fi****ms Violations. He was charged as an adult and incarcerated in the Luzerne County Correctional Facility pending further court action in the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas. The case is being investigated by Detective Lehman and PO J Castner. If anyone has any additional information related to this case please contact 911 or Detective Lehman of the WSRPD.
"

06/10/2026

05/19/2026

NATURE OF INCIDENT:
AGGRVATED ASSAULT
IRC NUMBER:
WS-26-02625
DATE:
5/18/2026
TIME:
2:00AM
LOCATION:
Roosevelt Street Edwardsville, PA
PERSONS INVOLVED:
ARRESTED: Erkah Braxton Brooklyn New York
Atlandrith Owens Ewardsville Pa
Jameerah Westry Newark NJ

Male Juvenile

INCIDENT DETAILS:
"On May 18, 2026, the West Side Regional Police Department responded to the area of 504 Roosevelt Street, Edwardsville, for a report of an active assault. Upon arrival, officers encountered multiple disorderly females engaged in a physical altercation.

Officers quickly secured the scene and initiated an on‑site investigation. During the initial inquiry, officers identified Shaneak Hankerson as one of the individuals who had allegedly used a knife to inflict cuts on several victims. Hankerson was taken into custody and charged with:
Aggravtaed Assult Simple Assault and
Disorderly Conduct

She was subsequently lodged in the Luzerne County Correctional Facility.

A second defendant, Erykah Braxton, was charged with:

Aggravated Assault

Simple Assault

Disorderly Conduct

A third defendant, Atlandrith Owens, was also charged with:

Aggravated Assault

Simple Assault

Disorderly Conduct

Police have additionally identified the involvement of a juvenile male who participated in the assault with a knife. His identity is currently being confirmed, and further charges are pending"

05/04/2026

The West Side Regional Police Department is proud to welcome three new officers to our ranks.
On May 4, 2026, District Justice Barilla administered the oath of office to Officer Patrick Bastek, Officer Joseph Loyocano, and Officer Victor Guevara.

These officers join the WSRPD with a commitment to serve, protect, and uphold the values of our regional communities. Please join us in congratulating them as they begin their careers with the West Side Regional Police Department.

Welcome to the team, gentlemen — we are honored to have you

05/01/2026

❗️MISSING JUVENILE LOCATED ❗️

DC, 15 years old

04/16/2026

NATURE OF INCIDENT:
TERRORISTIC THREATS ARREST
IRC NUMBER:

DATE:
4/15/2026
TIME:
35
LOCATION:
354 E STATE STREET LARKSVILLE , Pa
PERSONS INVOLVED:

Stephen Weidman
Howard Streer
Larksville Pa

INCIDENT DETAILS:
"West Side Regional Police Department Files Charges in Ongoing Trespassing and Harassment Incidents
The West Side Regional Police Department announces that charges have been filed against Stephen Weidman, of Larksville, Pennsylvania, in connection with several incidents involving repeated unlawful and disruptive behavior at the American Legion, 354 E. State Street, Larksville.

Following an investigation into multiple reports from the establishment and its patrons, officers charged Weidman with:

Criminal Trespass

Terroristic Threats

Harassment

Disorderly Conduct

These charges stem from a series of incidents in which the defendant is alleged to have engaged in continuous trespassing, harassment, and threatening behavior toward individuals at the American Legion property.

The West Side Regional Police Department remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents, businesses, and community organizations. The defendant was arrested, arraigned and incarcerated at the Luzerne County Prison pendig further court action in the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.

"

03/26/2026

NATURE OF INCIDENT:
Disorderly Conduct Defiant Trespass Threats
IRC NUMBER:

DATE:
3/26/2026
TIME:
830
LOCATION:
Incident at West Side Mall – Lowe’s Home Improvement
PERSONS INVOLVED:

Randy Yost
32 E Grand St
Nanticoke Pa

INCIDENT DETAILS:
"On March 26,2026, the West Side Regional Police Department responded to Lowe’s Home Improvement at the West Side Mall for a report of a disorderly male who refused to leave the premises after previously being warned not to return.
Upon arrival, officers located the individual, identified as Randy Yost of Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. Yost was taken into custody without incident.
Store management reported that Yost had been escorted out of the store earlier in the day due to disruptive behavior. Despite this warning, he returned and again became disorderly, making threatening statements toward employees when asked to leave.
As a result of the investigation, Yost was charged with:
• Defiant Trespass
• Disorderly Conduct
• Terroristic Threats
• Communications with 911 Systems
Yost was processed and arraigned. He was subsequently remanded to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility, pending further court action in the Court of Common Pleas of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The West Side Regional Police Department remains committed to ensuring the safety of local businesses, employees, and community members."