Topline: Investigators allege the 22-year-old mother used meth in front of children and told one to smoke from a bong.
Published: September 8, 2025 8:00 am ET
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Chelsey Judd (via Tyrone Police Department)
TYRONE, PA — A Pennsylvania woman is facing a slate of felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities allege she exposed young children to methamphetamine — including instructing a 5-year-old girl to smoke from a bong — and then attempted to evade arrest by hiding in a neighboring apartment.
Chelsey Jean Judd, 22, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Sept. 3, following an ongoing investigation that began with a referral from Blair County Children, Youth and Families (CYS).
According to court documents cited by The Altoona Mirror and WTAJ, the investigation was triggered in April after a 5-year-old child reported that Judd had directed her to “take the bong and hit it,” and later told her they were “going to die” and that she “hoped they did.”
The child recalled feeling dizzy afterward and claimed Judd had also grabbed her by the hair during the same period.
The alleged incidents occurred sometime between March 9 and April, during which Judd had custody of the children. In interviews with investigators, the child described methamphetamine use occurring regularly in the home, often in the presence of other adults and children. At one point, the child reportedly overheard an adult confronting Judd, telling her to “get off the meth and keep care of your kids.”
During a June interview with both police and Blair CYS, Judd allegedly admitted to using meth and marijuana while the children were in her care and acknowledged that drug paraphernalia was accessible in the home.
According to WTAJ, she also conceded that the child may have seen her using meth and that it was possible she had threatened the child while under the influence.
The situation escalated this week when Tyrone Borough Police executed a search warrant at Judd’s residence. In a Facebook post, the department said officers were informed on the scene that Judd was hiding in a nearby apartment. Police obtained consent to search that apartment and located Judd concealed under a pile of clothing.
Judd was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones on multiple charges, including three felony counts of endangering the welfare of children, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, and corruption of minors. She also faces misdemeanor charges of simple assault, recklessly endangering another person, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and a summary count of harassment, according to The Altoona Mirror.
Bail was set at $200,000 straight, and Judd was remanded to Blair County Prison. Her preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 17. Police noted that additional charges related to the execution of the search warrant and her attempt to avoid arrest are forthcoming.
In a separate matter, Judd also faces felony conspiracy and summary retail theft charges connected to an alleged May 26 incident, as reflected in online court records.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Chelsey Judd (via Tyrone Police Department)
TYRONE, PA — A Pennsylvania woman is facing a slate of felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities allege she exposed young children to methamphetamine — including instructing a 5-year-old girl to smoke from a bong — and then attempted to evade arrest by hiding in a neighboring apartment.
Chelsey Jean Judd, 22, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Sept. 3, following an ongoing investigation that began with a referral from Blair County Children, Youth and Families (CYS).
According to court documents cited by The Altoona Mirror and WTAJ, the investigation was triggered in April after a 5-year-old child reported that Judd had directed her to “take the bong and hit it,” and later told her they were “going to die” and that she “hoped they did.”
The child recalled feeling dizzy afterward and claimed Judd had also grabbed her by the hair during the same period.
The alleged incidents occurred sometime between March 9 and April, during which Judd had custody of the children. In interviews with investigators, the child described methamphetamine use occurring regularly in the home, often in the presence of other adults and children. At one point, the child reportedly overheard an adult confronting Judd, telling her to “get off the meth and keep care of your kids.”
During a June interview with both police and Blair CYS, Judd allegedly admitted to using meth and marijuana while the children were in her care and acknowledged that drug paraphernalia was accessible in the home.
According to WTAJ, she also conceded that the child may have seen her using meth and that it was possible she had threatened the child while under the influence.
The situation escalated this week when Tyrone Borough Police executed a search warrant at Judd’s residence. In a Facebook post, the department said officers were informed on the scene that Judd was hiding in a nearby apartment. Police obtained consent to search that apartment and located Judd concealed under a pile of clothing.
Judd was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones on multiple charges, including three felony counts of endangering the welfare of children, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, and corruption of minors. She also faces misdemeanor charges of simple assault, recklessly endangering another person, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and a summary count of harassment, according to The Altoona Mirror.
Bail was set at $200,000 straight, and Judd was remanded to Blair County Prison. Her preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 17. Police noted that additional charges related to the execution of the search warrant and her attempt to avoid arrest are forthcoming.
In a separate matter, Judd also faces felony conspiracy and summary retail theft charges connected to an alleged May 26 incident, as reflected in online court records.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Published: September 8, 2025 8:00 am ET
Chelsey Judd (via Tyrone Police Department)
TYRONE, PA — A Pennsylvania woman is facing a slate of felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities allege she exposed young children to methamphetamine — including instructing a 5-year-old girl to smoke from a bong — and then attempted to evade arrest by hiding in a neighboring apartment.
Chelsey Jean Judd, 22, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Sept. 3, following an ongoing investigation that began with a referral from Blair County Children, Youth and Families (CYS).
According to court documents cited by The Altoona Mirror and WTAJ, the investigation was triggered in April after a 5-year-old child reported that Judd had directed her to “take the bong and hit it,” and later told her they were “going to die” and that she “hoped they did.”
The child recalled feeling dizzy afterward and claimed Judd had also grabbed her by the hair during the same period.
The alleged incidents occurred sometime between March 9 and April, during which Judd had custody of the children. In interviews with investigators, the child described methamphetamine use occurring regularly in the home, often in the presence of other adults and children. At one point, the child reportedly overheard an adult confronting Judd, telling her to “get off the meth and keep care of your kids.”
During a June interview with both police and Blair CYS, Judd allegedly admitted to using meth and marijuana while the children were in her care and acknowledged that drug paraphernalia was accessible in the home.
According to WTAJ, she also conceded that the child may have seen her using meth and that it was possible she had threatened the child while under the influence.
The situation escalated this week when Tyrone Borough Police executed a search warrant at Judd’s residence. In a Facebook post, the department said officers were informed on the scene that Judd was hiding in a nearby apartment. Police obtained consent to search that apartment and located Judd concealed under a pile of clothing.
Judd was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones on multiple charges, including three felony counts of endangering the welfare of children, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, and corruption of minors. She also faces misdemeanor charges of simple assault, recklessly endangering another person, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and a summary count of harassment, according to The Altoona Mirror.
Bail was set at $200,000 straight, and Judd was remanded to Blair County Prison. Her preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 17. Police noted that additional charges related to the execution of the search warrant and her attempt to avoid arrest are forthcoming.
In a separate matter, Judd also faces felony conspiracy and summary retail theft charges connected to an alleged May 26 incident, as reflected in online court records.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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