Police pursue stolen Acura, driver jailed on multiple charges
POTTSVILLE — A man police say was driving a stolen Acura is in Schuylkill County Prison after a pursuit in the city recently.
On April 28, state police were notified of a stolen 2023 Acura Integra, which was seen in the city at N. Wolfe and East Market streets.
Police said the driver, Christopher Schoffstall, violated numerous traffic laws before fleeing on foot after stopping behind a local convenience store. An occupant also exited the vehicle, police said.
Schoffstall refused commands by the officer, including to stop running and show his hands, which led to him being Tazed. A Pottsville Police officer assisted in his arrest.
Police say Schoffstall, who was driving on a suspended license, had methamphetamine on him.
He is charged with felony receiving stolen property, fleeing or attempting to elude an officer and other offenses. Bail was set at $100,000. Unable to post, he remains in Schuylkill County Prison.
A preliminary hearing is set for 10 a.m. May 12 in Magisterial District Judge James Reiley's courtroom, Pottsville.
Police said three passengers were in the vehicle, and two of them had outstanding warrants.
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