WILKES-BARRE, PA — A man was taken into custody late Wednesday night after officers discovered he had an outstanding warrant and was carrying drug paraphernalia.
At approximately 11:48 p.m., officers patrolling the 100 block of South Pennsylvania Avenue made contact with 52-year-old Bruce Wild of Wilkes-Barre. During the encounter, police confirmed an active arrest warrant had been issued for Wild by the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Department.
Upon taking him into custody, officers conducted a search and located drug paraphernalia on his person. Wild was then transported to City Headquarters for processing.
Additional Charges Filed During Arrest
Following his processing, Wild was turned over to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility (LCCF). Authorities did not specify the type of paraphernalia found, but additional charges related to drug possession were added.
The original warrant details were not disclosed.
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Wild remains in custody as the investigation continues.