On July 30, 2026, at around 11:34 am, the Lancaster Township Police Department responded to the 100 block of Jennings Drive for a domestic disturbance which occurred earlier.   Police spoke with the victim, who reported being assaulted multiple times by her boyfriend, Elias Ricardo Brown, over the course of two days between July 27-28, 2026.  The victim was treated at a local hospital for head injuries, including a possible concussion, as well as bruises and swelling.   

As a result of the investigation, Lancaster Township Police Officer Genna Koser charged Brown with Kidnapping, Aggravated Assault, Strangulation, Criminal Attempt, Unlawful Restraint, Possessing Instruments of Crime, Simple Assault and False Imprisonment.  An arrest warrant was issued for Brown on July 30, 2026, and police are now asking for the public's help with locating him.  Brown is 29 years old and resides in Leola. 

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Elias Ricardo Brown is asked to contact the Lancaster Township Police Department at 717-892-5873 or call 911 in case of an emergency.  Tips can also be submitted through the Submit a Tip button below.  Tipsters can remain anonymous and do not have to give their names.

Information which leads to the arrest and/ or conviction of this suspect could result in a reward through Crime Stoppers of up to $5,000. Rewards can be given anonymously.  

ALL PERSONS CHARGED WITH A CRIME ARE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN COURT.