Coudersport Man Charged with Assault, Harassment
COUDERSPORT, Pa. — Parker James Sherry, 18, of Coudersport, is facing multiple charges, including simple assault and harassment, following an incident on January 15, 2026. According to court records, Sherry was charged with two counts of simple assault (18 Pa.C.S. § 2701(A1)), one count of strangulation (18 Pa.C.S. § 2718(A1)), two counts of harassment (18 Pa.C.S. § 2709(A1) and 18 Pa.C.S. § 2709(A3)), and two counts of disorderly conduct (18 Pa.C.S. § 5503(A1) and 18 Pa.C.S. § 5503(A4)).
The charges were filed by the Coudersport Borough Police Department, with Officer Jared A. White listed as the arresting officer. Sherry’s case is currently assigned to Magisterial District Judge Bryan D. Phelps, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for February 19, 2026, at 12:30 pm.
Sherry’s address is listed as Coudersport, PA 16915, and he has been advised of his right to apply for assignment of counsel. The defendant has requested the appointment of a public defender, and an application has been provided. However, it is not indicated whether Sherry has been fingerprinted.
The case is currently active and awaiting a preliminary hearing. The Potter County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the matter.
It is important to note that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The prosecuting authority, in this case, the Potter County District Attorney’s Office, will proceed with the case in accordance with the law and the evidence presented.
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