Austin Man Charged with Assault by Physical Menace
AUSTIN, Pa. — A 43-year-old man from Austin, Pennsylvania, has been charged with Assault by Physical Menace, according to a public information release from the Pennsylvania State Police. The incident occurred on May 27, 2026, at approximately 2:15 p.m. on Summit Street in Austin Borough, Potter County.
The victim, a 32-year-old female from Austin, reported being threatened by physical menace. The Pennsylvania State Police investigated the incident, and charges were filed through District Court 55-3-01. An arrest warrant was granted, and the involved individual was taken into custody shortly after.
The defendant’s name is not listed in the available records. The Pennsylvania State Police are handling the investigation, with Officer Hurley, badge number 15703, listed as the investigating officer.
The defendant is facing charges under the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically 18 Pa.C.S. § 2701, which pertains to Simple Assault. However, the exact charges and citations are not specified in the available information.
The defendant’s bail information and court proceedings are not available at this time. The case is ongoing, and the public is advised that the information provided is preliminary and subject to change as additional investigative details emerge.
As with all cases, the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Potter County District Attorney’s Office will be prosecuting the case.
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