PAINT TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Clarion-based State Police are investigating an apparent firearms violation in Paint Township, Clarion County.

Police say a known 49-year-old man attempted to purchase a firearm from a sporting goods store along Route 66 on May 10, when he was not legally permitted to purchase a firearm.

Authorities did not release the man’s name.

The investigation continues.

The above information was released to exploreClarion.com on August 22, 2014.