Elk County Sheriff's Office

1/15/21 10:37AM | 911 Service in in the St. Marys area has been restored. The main non-emergency line is still down and Windstream is working to restore service to that line. Those wishing to report a non-emergency should call (814) 772-0004.

1/15/21 10:36AM UPDATE | 911 Service in in the St. Marys area has been restored. The main non-emergency line is still down and Windstream is working to restore... service to that line. Those wishing to report a non-emergency should call (814) 772-0004. ### We’ve been made aware of a 9-1-1 outage that is affecting Windstream customers in the St. Marys area. If you need 9-1-1 and receive a busy signal, dial 9-1-1 from a cell phone or call (814) 772-0004. Additionally, our main non-emergency line of (814) 772-0000 is down as well. Non-emergencies and those who cannot reach 9-1-1 are advised to call (814) 772-0004. Windstream has been made aware of the issue. We’ll post an update when one becomes available.

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT OUR OFFICE HAS BEEN NOTIFIED BY THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE FIREARMS DIVISION, THAT THEY ARE EXPERIENCING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH THE LICENSE TO CARRY SYSTEM. WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO PROCESS ANY LICENSES AND MAY BE DOWN FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME WHILE THEY WORK TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE. STAFF WILL BE REACHING OUT TO THOSE WHO HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS AND WILL UPDATE OUR PAGE WHEN THE SYSTEM IS BACK UP AND RUNNING PROPERLY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE. WE WPOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.

Elk County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report for the Month of December 2020: License to Carry Concealed Firearms Issued - 172 License to Sell Firearms Issued - 1 ... Prison Transports - 4 Medical Transports - 8 Evictions Held - 2 Service of Civil Documents - 40 Service of Protection from Abuse Orders - 5 Agency Assists - 1 Court and County property security on a daily basis

PRESS RELEASE On January 5, 2021, 494.2 pounds of unused medications that were collected during the final quarter of the year 2020 were transferred to the Pennsylvania National Guard and Agents from the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office for destruction. Since the program’s inception in September of 2016, 3,589.7 pounds of unused medications have been collected and transferred for destruction. Collection boxes are located at all law enforcement stations in Elk County wh...ere citizens can deposit their unused medications. Information on the outside of the medicine containers can be blacked out or the labels removed. Confidentiality is strictly maintained. No personal information is recorded. This program provides a convenient, and environmentally safe way to dispose of unused medications. It also minimizes crime in terms of the theft and illicit use of unused medications. This success of this program is in large part due to the collaboration of the District Attorney’s Office, all Elk County Law Enforcement agencies and the citizens of Elk County. Unused Medication Box Locations: Elk County Sheriff’s Office Courthouse Ridgway Police department 108 Main Street, Ridgway St. Marys Police Department 319 Erie Avenue, St. Marys Johnsonburg Police Department 100 Main Street, Johnsonburg Pennsylvania State Police Barracks 48 Servidea Drive, Ridgway

A sincerest THANK YOU to all who participated and donated to this year's Project Gifts for Elk County toy drive. Distribution will take place in St. Marys, Ridgway and Johnsonburg this weekend!

Extension to license to carry firearms permits. Permits expiring on March 19, 2020 or later are now valid through March 31, 2021.

Elk County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report for the Month of November 2020 License to Carry Concealed Firearms Issued - 155 Retired Law Enforcement Officer License - 1... Prison Transports - 8 Medical Transports - 5 Sheriff Sales (Mortgage Foreclosure) Held - 1 Evictions Held - 2 Service of Civil Documents - 29 Service of Protection from Abuse Orders - 6 Service of Warrants - 1 Agency Assists - 1 Court and County property security on a daily basis The Elk County Sheriff’s Office utilized random patrols on the evening of November 3rd and the days following the election, to enhance safety, and to prevent disruption of critical services. Deputies focused their activities on monitoring critical infrastructures within the County for any suspicious activity. The Sheriff’s Office is also pleased to report that Deputy Ken Quagliani successfully completed and graduated from the Pennsylvania Sheriff’s Academy on November 20th, and has returned to his normal duties.

The COVID-19 virus is very real and we do have to be cognizant of that fact and exercise common sense practices to stay healthy and to minimize the transmission of the virus. Over the past several months most people have followed guidelines that were allegedly designed to minimize and slow down the spread of the virus, not to stop it. We were told that this would give the medical community time to tool up for the pandemic. However, as expected power corrupts, and with it o...Continue reading

Halloween is fast approaching. We should remain mindful of the fact that children are more than twice more likely to get hit by an automobile and lose their life on Halloween than any other time of the year. For that and other reasons here are some safety tips to help keep your child safe. Use reflective costumes or decorate them with reflective tape or decals. Also glow sticks and flashlights work well to help your child be seen by vehicle drivers. Cross streets at co...rners and remember to STOP, LOOK, and LISTEN before crossing. DON’T run!! Never cross between parked vehicles. Wear close fitting mask with large eye holes, or use non-toxic paint or make up to avoid any obstruction of your vision. Always test any make up or paint first to make sure they do not cause any skin or eye irritation. Trick or treating in areas and neighborhoods that you and your child know well will also add to a happy and safe time. Plan your child’s route and ensure that your older children travel in groups. For your younger child or children make it a time that they will remember. Enjoy the experience and walk with them, so they are properly supervised. Only visit well lit houses and NEVER go inside if invited by an adult that you do not know or trust. A parent or supervising adult should examine all treats before they are consumed by children, and consume only factory wrapped treats. Homemade treats or candies with loose wrappers should not be eaten. Remember that damaging other people’s property by playing pranks is a crime. Your Elk County Sheriff’s Office wishes everyone an enjoyable and safe Halloween.

Elk County Women on Target Program On Saturday, October 17, 2020, the Elk County Sheriff’s Office hosted a Woman on Target Instructional Shooting clinic. The clinic was held at the Ridgway Rifle Club. Eighteen women attended the clinic, which included classroom instruction and live fire exercises at the indoor range. It was a full day of activity, which included morning registration, classroom instruction, a lunch break, and individual instruction on the range. ... The response for the Women on Target Clinics has been considerable. These clinics would not be possible without the support of local volunteers, organizations, and businesses. They include the National Rifle Association, the Ridgway Rifle Club, Fox’s Pizza of Ridgway, Sinter Fire Inc., Elk County Ammo and Arms, M. R. Guns, River Valley Surplus, Elk County Foods, Joey’s Bakery, St. Marys Fraternal Order of Eagles 526, Friends of the NRA, Dr. Les Shull, Carol Dickant, and all of the volunteer National Rifle Association Instructors. The instructors are a collaboration of law enforcement agencies and private sector specialists who are trained in the safe operation of firearms and marksmanship. The instructors are the back bone that make the program a success. The Women on Target training is a nationally recognized program developed and sponsored by the National Rifle Association. Training clinics are only open to women and are designed to teach firearm safety and the fundamentals of marksmanship. Clinics are designed to accommodate women of all skill levels. Firearm ownership is not required to attend a clinic. The Sheriff’s Office maintains a list of women interested in attending a clinic. If interested in the program you can register on the Elk County Sheriff’s website at www.co.elk.pa.us/sheriff.

NEWS RELEASE: On October 7th, 157.4 pounds of unused medications that were collected during the 3rd quarter of this year were transferred to the PA National Guard and Agents from the Attorney General’s Office for destruction. That brings this year’s total collection to 531 pounds. Since the program’s inception in September of 2016, 3095.5 pounds of unused medications have been collected and transferred for destruction. Collection boxes for unused medications are located at ...all law enforcement stations in Elk County: Elk County Sheriff’s Office Courthouse, Ridgway Ridgway Police Department- 108 Main Street, Ridgway St Marys Police Department- 319 Erie Avenue, St Marys Johnsonburg Police Department- 100 Main Street, Johnsonburg Pennsylvania State Police Barracks 48 Servidea Drive, Ridgway Unused medications can be deposited at any of the locations. Citizens can black out or remove any identification characters on the containers. Confidentiality is strictly maintained. The collection program provides for a safe, convenient, and environmentally safe way to discard unused medications until they are scheduled for destruction. Citizens can contact the Elk Count Sheriff’s Office @ 776-5353, between the hours of 08:30 AM and 4:00 PM with any questions or concerns.

The Elk County Sheriff’s Office sends our sincerest appreciation to the Life Matters Now group for organizing and hosting such an amazing Pro-Police Rally for local law enforcement on Sunday, October 4th. We also extend a sincere THANK YOU to The Pour House Bar & Grill, The Slay Family and DeLullo Trucking for their contributions to the event and our Office, as well as all speakers and those in attendance to show their support, especially our local fire, rescue and emergency medical services. The Elk County Sheriff’s Office appreciates your support and remains committed to protecting and serving our community.

Live Pro police Program in St. Marys

REMINDER... Event this Sunday on "the Diamond" in St. Marys beginning at 2PM. This is a county-wide event to show support for local law enforcement who protect and serve our community. The event will take place at The Diamond in the center of St. Marys and will last between 2-4 pm. Bring the entire family and show your support.

This is a county-wide event to show support for our fine police who protect and serve our community. There will be several speakers TBA. The event will take place at The Diamond in the center of St. Mary’s and will last between 2-4 pm. Bring the entire family and show your support.

Elk County Women on Target Program On Saturday, August 29, 2020, the Elk County Sheriff’s Office hosted a Woman on Target Instructional Shooting clinic. The clinic was held at the Ridgway Rifle Club. Twenty-one women attended the clinic, which included classroom instruction and live fire exercises at the indoor range. It was a full day of activity, which included morning registration, classroom instruction, a lunch break, and individual instruction on the range. ... The response for the Women on Target Clinics has been considerable. These clinics would not be possible without the support of local volunteers, organizations, and businesses. They include the National Rifle Association, the Ridgway Rifle Club, Fox’s Pizza of Ridgway, Sinter Fire Inc., Elk County Ammo and Arms, M. R. Guns, River Valley Surplus, Elk County Foods, Joey’s Bakery, and all of the volunteer National Rifle Association Instructors. The instructors are a collaboration of law enforcement agencies and private sector specialists who are trained in the safe operation of firearms and marksmanship. The instructors are the back bone that make the program a success. The Women on Target training is a nationally recognized program developed and sponsored by the National Rifle Association. Training clinics are only open to women and are designed to teach firearm safety and the fundamentals of marksmanship. Clinics are designed to accommodate women of all skill levels. Firearm ownership is not required to attend a clinic. Any women interested in the program can register on the Elk County Sheriff’s website at www.co.elk.pa.us/sheriff

ELK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ACTIVITY REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST During the month of August the Elk County Sheriff’s Office continued to process License to Carry Permits and Retired Law Enforcement Carry permits, conducted 19 prisoner transports, 5 medical transports with one 48 hour inmate security detail at the hospital, served 17 civil documents, 8 Protection from Abuse Orders, assisted 2 agencies, and conducted one Women on Target Clinic. Additionally, Court and County property security duties were performed on a daily basis. The Sheriff’s Office continues enhanced security with the COVID-19 response and extension of the Judicial Emergency Order through December 31, 2020.

The first Monday in September is reserved to honor and pay tribute to workers and their accomplishments across our county. Ergo, it is a time of celebration that is well deserved. That brings with it more vehicular traffic and consumption of alcoholic beverages. Plan ahead, do not drink and drive, and use seat belts. Those few simple tips can dramatically reduce highway crashes, injuries, and deaths. The Elk County Sheriff’s Office joins in this year’s Labor Day tribute and appreciation of our workers specific to Elk County, and send our warmest thanks to the achievements they have made in making Elk County a great place to live, work, and play.

As parents and students prepare for the first day of school slated for August 31st, the Elk County Sheriff’s Office cautions motorists in advance to ensure safe travels for both students, and people travelling on roadways. Early planning and preparation can go a long way to help ensure the safety of children heading back to school. Children can be very unpredictable and are not always aware of their surroundings. Obedience to the posted speed limits, especially within scho...ol zones is essential for the safety of students. The travelling public is asked to watch for school children beginning on August 31st, and to report any traffic violations to law enforcement. Additionally, parents are asked to teach their children to cross the street only where there is a designated crosswalk or crossing guard. The Elk County Sheriff’s Office thanks travelers, students, parents, and teachers for making it safer for students to return to school. See more