DUI Arrest After 1:30 a.m. Traffic Stop in Williamport, Lycoming County
COUDERSPORT, Pa. – On the early morning of August 16, 2026, Pennsylvania State Police arrested a 63‑year‑old male from Philadelphia on suspicion of driving while intoxicated after a traffic stop conducted by Trooper A. Kirk (badge 10516, ID 635068) in Williamport City, Lycoming County.
The incident occurred at approximately 1:30 a.m. near 180 E. Williamport. Officers observed the driver of a 2020 black Buick Envision exhibiting signs of impairment. The vehicle was stopped for traffic violations, and the suspect was taken into custody on the basis of a “DUI on view alcohol” observation.
The arrest was documented in Pennsylvania State Police Public Information Release Report #2026‑1035524, filed by the Couderport Patrol Unit. The report notes that the suspect was transported to the appropriate detention facility; however, the docket does not list a court venue, docket number, bail amount, or the presiding magistrate.
Because the case is still pending, no formal charging document with statutory citation (e.g., 75 Pa.C.S. § 3802) has been released in the public docket. The Pennsylvania State Police indicated that additional investigative details may be forthcoming.
As with all criminal matters, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Lycoming County District Attorney’s Office will handle prosecution should formal charges be filed.
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