DUI, Drug Charges Filed in McKean County
SMETHPORT, Pa. — A Duke Center man is facing multiple charges, including driving under the influence and drug possession, in McKean County Court. Michael Albert Troupe, 30, was arrested on June 8, 2026, by Lewis Run PSP, specifically Officer Timothy W. Mix, and is currently awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for July 24, 2026, at 11:00 am in Courtroom MDJ-48-1-01 before Magisterial District Judge Richard W. Luther Jr.
According to court documents, Troupe is charged with several counts, including Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol/Controlled Substance (75 Pa.C.S. § 3802(d)(2)), Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol/Controlled Substance (75 Pa.C.S. § 3802(d)(1)(i)), and Use/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (35 P.S. § 780-113(a)(32)). He is also facing charges for marijuana possession (35 P.S. § 780-113(a)(31)), operating a vehicle without a valid inspection (75 Pa.C.S. § 4703(a)), and restrictions on alcoholic beverages (75 Pa.C.S. § 3809(a)).
Troupe’s address is listed as Duke Center, PA 16729, and he has been advised of his right to apply for assignment of counsel. However, he has not requested a public defender, and no application has been provided for the appointment of a public defender. The defendant has been fingerprinted.
The case is currently active, and Troupe is awaiting a preliminary hearing. The McKean County District Attorney’s Office, located at the McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749, is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this matter.
It is essential 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 according to the law and the evidence presented.
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