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Lucas Jimenez, Ashley Ko cited for scattering rubbish in Hanover Township

Household trash bags were found dumped in woods and a stream along Spencer Lane on July 13; a 22-year-old was cited and volunteers aided the cleanup.

Published Jul 22, 2026, 1:23 PM EDT | Northampton Crimewatch

On July 13, authorities found multiple household trash bags discarded in the woods and entering a stream along Spencer Lane near South Main Street and the Wildlife Reserve. A 22-year-old identified as Ashley Lucas Jimenes of Wilkes-Barre was issued a Non‑Traffic Summary Citation for Scattering Rubbish Upon Land/Streams, and Hanover Township is seeking restitution for removal and disposal fees. The township thanked E.P.C.A.M.R. Executive Director Robert Huges and his volunteers, who worked with the Hanover Township Road Department on the cleanup; anyone with information is asked to contact Hanover Township Police via the Crimewatch app or at (570) 825-1254.