Alleged Connellsville home burglary accomplice identified
Police believe they identified the man behind the moniker, “Ottis,” a suspect in a Connellsville home invasion Oct. 23.
Seven felony charges were filed against Michael Quinlan, 56, of Dunbar Monday, according to court documents. He had not yet been arrested Monday afternoon.
His alleged accomplice, Brandon Zinsky, was arrested Oct. 24. The duo allegedly forced their way into a house at 114 Poplar St. and terrorized the man and woman inside.
Quinlan allegedly threatened to kill Robert Forsythe with a knife. He then allegedly went into the back room and held a knife to Mindy Richter’s throat, according to an affidavit of probable cause.
Zinsky allegedly pointed a gun at one of the victim’s heads. That victim, who was not identified by name in Zinsky’s affidavit, gave a written statement to police.
Zinsky gave police a written statement about his alleged acts. Police have been searching for “Ottis” since Zinsky’s arrest.
Quinlan is charged with burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary, criminal trespass and two counts each of aggravated assault, simple assault, reckless endangerment and terroristic threats.
Zinsky is charged with burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary, aggravated assault, simple assault, reckless endangerment, terroristic threats, criminal trespass and disorderly conduct.
Zinsky is free on bail after a $75,000 bond was posted on his behalf Wednesday.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Nov. 12.