WILKES-BARRE, PA – A Moosic man has been charged following a burglary and assault on Carlisle Street on the evening of September 4, 2024. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 8:13 p.m. after receiving a report of an assault.
Upon arrival, the victim, a 50-year-old woman, informed officers that the suspect, identified as Adrian Shaffer, 49, unlawfully entered her residence and physically assaulted her. The victim stated that Shaffer struck her with a closed fist and bit her arm during the altercation. Shaffer fled the scene before officers arrived.
Charges have been filed against Shaffer, and the investigation remains ongoing. No further details have been released at this time.