Pennsylvania state police are on the lookout for Damon Deemer, a 59-year-old from Westmoreland County, following his alleged threats to shoot state troopers, dispatchers, and their families over the phone. WPXI reported that before these threats, Deemer forcibly entered the Forest Hills Police Department at approximately 6:45 p.m. last Friday, arming himself with a loaded magazine in his pocket.
After breaking the door frame to gain entry since the front door was locked, Deemer was detained by law enforcement, who learned from him that his wife was waiting in the parking lot with six guns in their vehicle. According to the WTAE coverage, these firearms were seized, and both Deemer and his spouse were released but with charges pending.
The incident escalated on the same day as the forced entry when Deemer dialed into the authorities, complaining of being a cyber attack victim, set up by his neighbors. The situation took a turn when officers responding to the unsubstantiated claim were met with profanity-laced threats from Deemer, as detailed in a criminal complaint.
Deemer's trail went cold after an unrelated car crash that happened in Allegheny County yesterday, where dispatchers towed his vehicle. Since then, the whereabouts of Deemer have baffled officials who are actively seeking any information regarding his location. Individuals with knowledge are urged to reach out to the PSP Kiski Valley Station at (724) 697-5780 or the 1-800-472-8477 tip line, as per the request made by state authorities.
