Disorderly Conduct Charge Filed After Oct. 11 Incident in Coudersport
COUDERSPORT, Pa. – On October 11, 2026, at approximately 10:53 a.m., Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Coudersport Patrol Unit responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a woman standing in the roadway and obstructing traffic at 406 Ross Street in the borough of Coudersport, Potter County.
Upon arrival, troopers attempted to persuade the individual to leave the roadway without success. The woman, later identified as Jessica Kenley, 45, of Coudersport, exhibited signs of impairment during the encounter. Troopers subsequently removed Ms. Kenley from the street and she was transported by Coudersport Emergency Medical Services to UPMC Cole for a mental health and medical evaluation.
Ms. Kenley was cited for a violation of Title 18 Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5503, commonly referred to as disorderly conduct. The citation was issued by the investigating officer, N. Moore (badge number 15602), of the PSP Coudersport Patrol Unit.
The public information release, docket number UPLOAD-20261012013251-76b9584f, does not indicate any bail amount, court appearance date, magistrate or judge assignment, or additional financial penalties such as fines, costs, or restitution. No further court proceedings have been recorded at this time.
According to the PSP release, the incident is being documented for transparency and public awareness. The agency notes that information is preliminary and may be updated as the investigation proceeds.
At this stage, the case remains open pending any further legal action. As required by law, Ms. Kenley is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Potter County District Attorney’s Office is the prosecuting authority for this matter.
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