Oil City Woman Charged with Choking Juvenile, Assault

Tiffany Renee Long faces felony charges after alleged incident in Cranberry Township home.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:40pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

An extreme close-up photograph of a child's neck showing a red mark or bruise, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the alleged violence in this case.A recent wave of alleged domestic violence incidents involving minors has raised concerns about public safety and the need for robust legal action.Venango Today

A 38-year-old Oil City woman has been charged with felony strangulation, endangering the welfare of a child, and other counts after allegedly choking a juvenile and assaulting another woman during a domestic dispute in Cranberry Township. The case has been transferred to the Venango County Court of Common Pleas.

Why it matters

Allegations of violence against minors and domestic abuse are serious crimes that raise concerns about public safety and the well-being of vulnerable individuals. This case highlights the need for thorough investigations and appropriate legal action to address such incidents.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, the incident occurred on March 23 in the basement of a home on Riverside Drive. The juvenile victim told investigators that Long grabbed him around the neck, causing him to be unable to breathe, and he rated the pain as a 10 out of 10. A witness also reported seeing Long strike another woman in the face during the altercation. Officials with Children and Youth Services reported that Long was using drugs around the child.

  • The incident occurred on March 23 in Cranberry Township.
  • Long was arraigned on March 26 before Magisterial District Judge Patrick E. Lowrey.
  • The case was held for court during a preliminary hearing on April 1.

The players

Tiffany Renee Long

A 38-year-old woman from Oil City, Pennsylvania, who has been charged with felony strangulation, endangering the welfare of a child, and other counts.

Venango County Court of Common Pleas

The court where Long's case has been transferred after the preliminary hearing.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“She did this to me”

— Juvenile victim

What’s next

Long remains in the Venango County Prison, unable to post $75,000 monetary bail. The judge in the case will decide whether to allow her to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for thorough investigations and appropriate legal action to address allegations of violence against minors and domestic abuse, which are serious crimes that raise concerns about public safety and the well-being of vulnerable individuals.