Man Charged with Terroristic Threats After Jan. 1 Incident on State Route 44 in Sharon Township
Coudersport, Pa. – Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Coudersport arrested 73‑year‑old John Wylie of Shinglehouse on charges of terroristic threats stemming from a verbal threat incident that occurred on State Route 44 South in Sharon Township, Potter County, on January 1, 2026 at 9:57 a.m.
The incident was reported to PSP Coudersport by an undisclosed caller. According to the agency’s public information release, the threat was directed at a 68‑year‑old female resident of Shinglehouse, Pennsylvania. The PSP investigation, led by Officer T. Bringenberg (badge 15787, employee 773730), concluded with Wylie being taken into custody. The suspect was booked and the case was filed in the Potter County District Court under docket number 55‑4‑01.
Charges of terroristic threats have been filed against Wylie. The public release does not provide a statutory citation for the offense, nor does it disclose bail amount, bond conditions, or the presiding judge. No additional court appearances, plea waivers, or sentencing information have been entered into the docket at this time.
Both the victim and the defendant reside in Shinglehouse, a borough located in neighboring Erie County, while the alleged threat occurred within the jurisdiction of Sharon Township, Potter County. The PSP Coudersport unit handled the arrest and subsequent filing, emphasizing transparency in cases that attract public interest.
As of the latest filing, the case remains pending in District Court 55‑4‑01. No restitution, fines, or court costs have been listed in the docket. The Pennsylvania State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the threat, and further court proceedings are expected.
Under Pennsylvania law, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office will prosecute the case on behalf of the state.
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