DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — A Berks County man was reportedly arrested early Friday morning for murder.
According to the Harrisburg Bureau of Police, officers responded to a Hilton Hotel at 3:10 a.m. on Aug. 4 for a report of a dead body.
At the scene, officers reportedly spoke with Travis Collins, 32, from Kempton, who told officers that he had an altercation with an adult woman in the hotel room and that she was now dead.
Officers located the dead victim and an investigation was launched. The victim has since been identified as Ashley Sarazen, 38, from the Pittsburgh area.
Collins was transported to the Harrisburg Police Department and has been charged with one count of murder in relation to his alleged involvement in the incident. According to online court documents, he is being held at Dauphin County Prison with bail denied.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information has been asked to contact Harrisburg Police at 717-558-6900. Tips and information can also be anonymously submitted through the CRIMEWATCH website here.
