by An 18-year-old woman from Claysburg was charged after being found with drugs and a loaded firearm while driving a vehicle in Altoona. The arrest occurred following a traffic stop in January, revealing multiple violations.
What Happened
On January 30, 2025, Pennsylvania State Police stopped an SUV near 6th Avenue and 7th Street in Altoona. The vehicle was flagged by a trooper’s license plate reader due to canceled insurance. Additional concerns included an expired vehicle inspection and a cracked windshield.
The driver, identified as Daisy Ann Thomas, 18, presented only a Pennsylvania ID card, lacking a valid driver’s license. When questioned, Thomas claimed she was heading to the store.
Key Details
- The SUV was registered to a person with an active drug-related warrant.
- Thomas admitted to owning a bag in the passenger seat containing a scale.
- A search of the SUV uncovered a ski mask containing about one ounce of methamphetamine and three grams of fentanyl.
- Two drug scales were found in Thomas’s possession.
- A loaded .22 caliber black revolver, reportedly purchased by Thomas’s boyfriend from an unknown individual, was discovered in the vehicle.
- Thomas initially cooperated but later ceased cooperation during questioning.
Reactions or Statements
Thomas was arraigned on May 19, facing charges including:
- Drug possession with intent to deliver
- Carrying a firearm without a license
- Possession of controlled substances
- Other related offenses
She was placed in Blair County Prison with bail set at $30,000.
Investigation or What’s Next
A preliminary hearing for Thomas is scheduled for May 27, 2025. Authorities continue to investigate the source of the drugs and the circumstances surrounding the firearm possession.
FAQs
Q: What led to the vehicle stop?
A: A trooper’s plate reader detected canceled insurance on the SUV.
Q: What drugs were found in the vehicle?
A: Methamphetamine (about one ounce) and fentanyl (three grams) were discovered.
Q: Was the firearm loaded?
A: Yes, a loaded .22 caliber black revolver was found.
Q: Did Thomas have a valid driver’s license?
A: No, she only had a Pennsylvania ID card, not a driver’s license.
Q: When is the next court date?
A: The preliminary hearing is set for May 27, 2025.
Summary / Final Takeaway
An 18-year-old woman from Claysburg was charged after state police found her driving an illegally insured vehicle with expired inspection, carrying drugs and a loaded firearm in Altoona.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about illegal drug distribution and unlicensed firearm possession in Blair County.
