Harassment Charges Filed in McKean County Court
SMETHPORT, Pa. — A criminal complaint was filed in the Magisterial District Court 48-1-01 against Phillip J. Payne, 37, of Rochester, NY, on February 13, 2026. The complaint, filed by the Foster Township Police Department, alleges that Payne committed three counts of Harassment – Communication Repeatedly in Another Manner, graded as M3 offenses, in violation of 18 Pa.C.S. § 2709(a)(7), on January 24, 2026.
According to the docket, the case is currently inactive and awaiting a preliminary hearing. The defendant has not been fingerprinted, and no application for a public defender has been made. The arresting officer is listed as Eric J. Neiswonger of the Foster Township Police Department.
The McKean County District Attorney’s Office, located at the McKean County Courthouse in Smethport, is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this case. The district attorney’s office can be reached at 814-887-3312.
Payne’s address is listed as 14606 in Rochester, NY, but no specific address is provided in the docket. The case status is currently listed as inactive, with a processing status of awaiting preliminary hearing as of February 13, 2026.
The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The McKean County District Attorney’s Office will prosecute this case.
This article was generated based on publicly available court docket information. While we strive for accuracy, the content may contain errors or omissions. This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. For official court records and legal guidance, please consult the appropriate court or legal professional.
