Public drunkenness

Criminal charges were filed against Zachary Watson, 19, of 590 Preachers Camp Road, Lehighton, for persistent disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, public drunkenness, and 2 counts of harassment. The incident occurred on Aug. 8 at 11:21 p.m. in the 100 block of Lafayette Avenue and the 300 block of Alley E.Possessionof drug paraphernaliaCriminal charges were filed against Keith Weaver, 52, of 304 Delaware Avenue, Apt. 2, Palmerton, for possession of drug paraphernalia. The incident occurred on Aug. 24 at 12:58 a.m. at the above address.SpeedingCarla Green, 56, of 530 Mulberry Drive, Walnutport, was cited for speeding. The violation occurred on Aug. 30 at 5:28 p.m. on SR248 east.Traffic violationJoshua Kresge, 31, of 540 Lafayette Avenue, Palmerton, was cited for driving under suspension, stop signs and yield signs, and failure to use signals. The violations occurred on Aug. 11 at 6:22 p.m. at Third Street and Harvard Avenue.TheftCriminal charges were filed against Katelyn McFarland, 20, of 123 Iron Street, Lehighton, for theft and receiving stolen property. The incident occurred on July 18 at 4:34 p.m. in the 800 block of Delaware Avenue.