Coudersport Man Charged with Receiving Stolen Property, Drug Offenses
Coudersport, Pa. – On August 3, 2026, at approximately 1:45 a.m., Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Coudersport Patrol Unit responded to a report of a stolen motorcycle parked along Route 6 West in Pike Township, Potter County. Investigating Officer C. Chamberlain (badge 15739, employee 834206) located the individual riding the motorcycle and, after a series of inconsistent statements and the use of a false name, determined the rider could not identify the vehicle’s owner.
Further inquiry revealed that the motorcycle’s VIN did not match the license‑plate registration. PSP Coudersport contacted the New York State Police, which confirmed the motorcycle had been reported stolen on August 2, 2026. The suspect was taken into custody, transported to the PSP barracks for processing, and subsequently transferred to the Potter County Jail.
During a search of the suspect, officers discovered illegal drugs and drug‑paraphernalia. The suspect was formally charged on the day of arrest with the following offenses:
- Receiving Stolen Property (Felony Level 3) – legal citation not listed in the public release.
- Possession of a Controlled Substance (Misdemeanor) – legal citation not listed.
- Violation of the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act (Misdemeanor) – legal citation not listed.
All charges were filed on August 3, 2026. The public information release does not provide the suspect’s name, age, or any bail amount, nor does it identify a presiding judge, magistrate, or upcoming court dates. The case remains pending in Potter County, and the suspect is currently being held at the county jail.
Because the docket does not contain further court‑related details, the status of any arraignment, plea, or sentencing remains unreported. The Pennsylvania State Police emphasized that the information released is preliminary and may be updated as the investigation proceeds.
Under Pennsylvania law, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Potter County District Attorney’s Office is responsible for prosecuting the case.
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