LANCASTER COUNTY – A Lancaster County man is facing charges after he assaulted staff members at UPMC Hospital at 1500 Highlands Drive in Warwick Township on October 12th. Police responded and detained 56-year-old Brian Rineer of Manheim, who was being treated at the facility. An investigation revealed that Rineer became violent, made threats, and physically pushed staff members. He was taken into custody and was subsequently arraigned on charges of aggravated assault and disorderly conduct. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Northern Lancaster County Regional Police at 717-733-0965 or Lancaster County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-322-1913. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through their CrimeWatch page.

BRIAN RINEER