Plymouth Man Held Without Bail After Home Invasion
A 60-year-old local resident faces multiple felony charges following a violent knife attack in a Plymouth home.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Violence
Police arrested 60-year-old Melvin Harrison for a home invasion and assault at a residence on Davenport Street. Harrison is currently being held without bail at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility.
Why it matters
The incident highlights local safety concerns following a violent home invasion that authorities state was allegedly motivated by the suspect searching for his e-bike.
Melvin Harrison remains detained without bail at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility following his arraignment. He faces charges including aggravated assault, robbery, burglary, and terroristic threats.
The players
Melvin Harrison
The 60-year-old suspect is a Plymouth resident currently charged with nine criminal counts including robbery and assault.
Ferris Peter Webby Sr.
The judge oversaw the arraignment proceedings and issued the order denying bail for the defendant.
The details
Harrison allegedly burst into the home at 40 Davenport St. and confronted a woman in an upstairs bedroom. During the 2 minute and 32 second attack, he reportedly wielded a 10-inch knife, punched the victim, and struck her with a baseball bat.
Timeline
The attack occurred on Oct. 28, 2026, at 2:15 p.m.
Police arrested Harrison at his home at 8:00 p.m. on Oct. 28, 2026.
A judge denied bail during the arraignment on Oct. 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
A preliminary hearing for the case is scheduled for Nov. 18, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows standard procedures under the Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure regarding bail. The judicial decision to deny bail reflects common practice for serious felony charges involving violent home invasions.
Residents should remain aware of home security practices following this incident in a local neighborhood. No specific safety advisories have been issued for the public at this time.
The takeaway
Home security remains a critical component of personal safety for residents in the area. Local law enforcement encourages reporting suspicious activity immediately to help prevent similar criminal incidents.
What happens next
A preliminary hearing is set to take place on Nov. 18, 2026, where further evidence regarding the charges will be presented.
Further reading
For ongoing updates on public safety, visit the Plymouth Violence section.
