Warrant Issued for Fugitive Sought in Rape of Young Family Member

MCKEAN COUNTY, PA – District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer announced that a warrant has been issued for Robert Allen Tanner of Smethport.

The warrant was issued on Wednesday, following a criminal complaint filed by Trooper Eric Thompson of the Pennsylvania State Police – Lewis Run.

Tanner is charged with multiple sexual offenses against a juvenile, including Rape of a Child and Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse with a Child.

The charges span from September 26, 2021, to February 23.

Anyone with information on Tanner’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police – Lewis Run barracks at (814) 368-9239 or call 911.

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