The East Earl Township Police Department charged Sarah M. Weir of Ephrata with Unsworn Falsification to Authorities.  On August 23, 2021, Weir attempted to purchase a firearm at The Sportsman's Shop, 1214 Main Street.  Weir is alleged to have made false written statements on ATF Form F4473 (Firearms Transaction Record) and/or Pennsylvania State Police form SP 4-113 Application/Record of Sale.  These false statements were discovered during the pre-purchase background check.  Weir's firearm purchase was denied.

Weir is PRESUMED INNOCENT.