Published January 24. 2025 11:55AM
Elon James, 40, of Bethlehem, was charged by Leigh County District Attorney Gavin Holihan in a 2023 carjacking in downtown Bethlehem.
Around 8 p.m. Nov. 30, James attempted to steal the car of a husband and wife while in a West Broad Street restaurant parking lot. The man suffered serious injuries.
Police were on scene within minutes and after fleeing from officers, James was found and apprehended shortly thereafter.
James was convicted Jan. 16 of simple and aggravated assault, resisting arrest, attempted theft and attempted robbery of a motor vehicle. He was remanded to Leigh County Prison to await a February sentencing, facing up to 42 years.