Incident Summary: Underage Drinking and Marijuana Use at New Year's Eve Party

On January 1, 2026, at approximately 12:12 AM, officers responded to a report of a loud altercation outside a residence in the 300 block of Oak St. in Jersey Shore Borough, Lycoming County, PA.

Upon arrival, officers found multiple individuals, including minors, who appeared to be intoxicated and under the influence of marijuana. The homeowner, Lori Fuller, allowed officers to enter the residence, where they found additional minors and evidence of underage drinking and marijuana use.

Officers gathered information from the individuals present and determined that alcohol and marijuana were supplied to minors during the New Year's Eve party. Lori Fuller, the only legal-age adult present, was aware of the illegal activities and failed to take appropriate action.

Several individuals were taken to the police station, where their parents were contacted to pick them up. This incident highlights the importance of responsible hosting and the dangers of underage substance abuse.

The Lycoming Regional Police Department reminds the community that providing alcohol or drugs to minors is illegal and can have serious consequences. We encourage parents and guardians to have open conversations with their children about the risks associated with substance abuse and to take steps to prevent these types of incidents from occurring.

All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.