THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 Page 7 Everett woman charged with assaulting Pennsylvania police offi cer By Christopher Roberson A naise Lopez, 28, of Everett, is facing charges of assault and harassment after she allegedly kicked Officer Clint Gardner of the Williamsport Police Department outside a Pennsylvania convenience store. Gardner said he saw Lopez and an unidentifi ed male get out of a black Nissan Altima and go into the store on August 31. Upon further inspection, Gardner reportedly found evidence of marijuana. “I immediately detected the odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle,” he said. “I observed, in plain view, a marijuana joint and marijuana fl akes in the vehicle.” Gardner said the male suspect was compliant during questioning; however, Lopez quickly became confrontational. Other offi cers arrived on the scene to assist Gardner a short time later. Although Lopez initially allowed police to search the vehicle, she allegedly withdrew her consent when she was asked to show her identifi cation. The situation continued to escalate as police attempted to take Lopez into custody. As the confrontation continued, Lopez reportedly kicked Gardner twice, striking his hand and elbow. In addition, she allegedly began yelling racial slurs at the other offi cers. Lopez was ultimately apprehended and held on a $25,000 bail, which she posted on September 1. Lopez has been charged with second degree aggravated assault, second degree simple assault and harassment. Under Pennsylvania law, Lopez could face up to 13 years in prison and up to $32,500 in fi nes. She was scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on September 9. Hale Park and Central Ave. Park community meeting scheduled for Sept. 14 M ayor Carlo DeMaria recently announced that he will be hosting a community meeting at Hale Park on Glendale Street on Tuesday, September 14 at 6 p.m. to discuss the renovations of Hale Park and Central Avenue Park. “After hearing concerns from neighbors, I thought it was best to organize a meeting to gather feedback regarding Hale Park and Central Ave. Park,” said DeMaria. “It was unfortunate that the rain forced us to postpone this meeting. Our parks and recreational spaces are an important part of our city and I look forward to meeting with the residents of this community to learn more about their thoughts.” During the past few weeks, residents have expressed their unhappiness with both Hale Park and Central Avenue Park. Mayor DeMaria and his Administration want to hear the community’s feedback to make improvements to the current conditions. Come visit us on Founder's Day 9/11/21. We will be open at 9am. STOREWIDE SALE! Come check out the new winter hats! Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 Lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net For Advertising with Results, call The Advoc ate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advoc atenews.net
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