Potter County Crash: Driver Loses Control on Brookland Road
COUDERSPORT, Pa. — A crash occurred on March 13, 2026, at approximately 23:41, on South Brookland Road in Ulysses Township, Potter County. According to the Pennsylvania State Police report, the driver, Derek K. Erway, 36, of Ulysses, Pa., was operating a 2016 Ford Escape when he lost control of the vehicle, causing it to exit the west side of the roadway and come to rest on its right side.
The incident is being investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police, with Trooper Jacob Walker as the agency investigator. The crash report indicates that Erway was wearing a lap and shoulder belt and was not injured in the incident. The vehicle sustained disabling damage to the front end and passenger side.
Although the driver was not charged at the scene, the primary violation listed in the report is related to driving on roadways laned for traffic – single, under the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. However, no specific charges or citations are mentioned in the report.
The investigation is ongoing, and the information provided is considered preliminary and subject to change as additional details emerge. The Pennsylvania State Police policy is to disseminate information regarding incidents that are likely to generate significant public interest in a timely manner.
It is essential to note that the driver, Derek K. Erway, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Potter County District Attorney’s Office will review the case and determine if any charges will be filed.
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