Bradford Man Charged with Assault, Harassment
BRADFORD, Pa. — Dillon L. Pennell, 37, of Bradford, is facing multiple charges including Recklessly Endangering Another Person, Simple Assault, and Harassment after an incident on April 14, 2026. According to court records, Pennell was arrested by Bradford Township Police Officer Jordan A. McCalla and is being held at the McKean County Prison, unable to post $50,000 monetary bail.
The charges against Pennell include two counts of Simple Assault (18 Pa.C.S. § 2701), two counts of Harassment (18 Pa.C.S. § 2709), and one count each of Recklessly Endangering Another Person (18 Pa.C.S. § 2705), Disorderly Conduct (18 Pa.C.S. § 5503), and Careless Driving (75 Pa.C.S. § 3714). A preliminary arraignment was scheduled for April 14, 2026, and a preliminary hearing is set for April 23, 2026, before Magisterial District Judge Richard W. Luther Jr.
Pennell has requested and been provided with an application for the appointment of a public defender. The case is currently active and awaiting preliminary hearing. The McKean County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this matter.
It is important to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The prosecuting authority, in this case, the McKean County District Attorney’s Office, will proceed with the case in accordance with the law and the evidence presented.
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