DUI Arrest in Sweden Township Leads to Pending Charges in Potter County
Coudersport, Pa. – On the night of June 19, 2026, Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Coudersport detachment arrested a 31‑year‑old male driver for driving while intoxicated (DUI) in Sweden Township, Potter County. The incident, documented in Public Information Release Report number PA 2026‑798020, involved a traffic stop for a Title 75 violation that escalated when officers observed signs of alcohol impairment.
The arrest occurred at approximately 10:05 p.m. in the 1400 block of East 2nd Street. Investigating Officer Patton, N. (badge 15411, employee 808928) reported that the driver, identified only as Roulette of Coudersport, Pennsylvania, was operating a 2007 General Motors Sierra when the stop was made. Subsequent observations led the officer to suspect the operator was under the influence of alcohol.
Following standard procedure, Officer Patton placed the driver under arrest. The charge to be filed is Driving While Intoxicated under Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, 75 Pa.C.S. § 3802, referenced in the district court docket as “55‑3‑01” for DUI and related summary offenses. No additional charges were listed in the release.
At this time, the PSP report does not disclose bail amount, bond conditions, or the presiding magistrate’s name. The case remains pending, with the district court expected to receive the formal filing of the DUI charge. No restitution, fines, or court costs have been reported in the public release.
The Pennsylvania State Police emphasized that the information provided is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation proceeds. The agency reiterated its policy of transparency for incidents likely to attract public interest.
As required by law, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The prosecuting authority for this matter will be the Potter County District Attorney’s Office.
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