3111A Traffic Violation Charged After 2026 Galeton Crash on Sherman‑Elm Intersection
COUDERSPORT, Pa. – A Pennsylvania State Police crash investigation (CAD case number PA 2026‑1232158) documents a motor vehicle collision that occurred on September 25, 2026 at 4:44 p.m. on Sherman Street at its intersection with Elm Street in the borough of Galeton, Potter County.
The incident involved two occupants of a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. Courtney R. Anderson, 41, a resident of Galeton, was identified as the driver of the vehicle. Anderson was wearing a shoulder‑belt and was transported by UPMC Wellsboro ambulance; the severity of her injuries was listed as “unknown.” Samantha A. Falenski, 24, also of Galeton, was listed as a second driver (or passenger) in the same vehicle. Falenski also wore a shoulder‑belt, was not injured, and was not transported to a medical facility.
According to the Pennsylvania State Police report, the primary traffic violation cited was “3111A Obedience to Traffic Control Device.” Under Pennsylvania law, this violation is codified at 18 Pa.C.S. § 3111(a), which makes it unlawful to willfully disobey any lawful traffic control device. The report indicates that the driver was charged with this violation; however, the docket does not specify whether a formal criminal charge was filed or the exact nature of any court proceeding.
The crash was investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police, Couderport (the agency listed as the investigator). No arresting officer names or badge numbers were provided in the public release. The docket does not include a magistrate or judge, bail amount, or any court date, and no financial penalties, fines, or restitution have been recorded at this time.
Because the docket is limited to the crash‑scene investigation, many procedural details remain unavailable. The case remains open pending further legal action, and any subsequent court filings will be posted as they become part of the public record.
As required by law, Courtney R. Anderson and Samantha A. Falenski are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The investigation continues under the authority of the Pennsylvania State Police and the Office of the District Attorney for Potter County.
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