Plymouth Man Held Without Bail After Alleged Assault
A 20-year-old local resident faces multiple charges following a reported domestic incident involving an air rifle.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Violence
Riley F. Young was arrested in Plymouth after allegedly assaulting his mother with an air rifle at a High Street residence. The incident, which was captured on a Ring camera, led to charges including terroristic threats and resisting arrest.
Why it matters
The arrest follows a history of legal complications for Young, who had only been released on parole earlier this month. His current detention without bail highlights the judicial system's focus on recidivism among individuals with recent probation violations.
District Judge Brian Tupper denied bail for the 20-year-old suspect following his arraignment on charges of terroristic threats, resisting arrest, simple assault, and harassment. Young is currently held at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility.
The players
Riley F. Young
The 20-year-old defendant is currently held without bail at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility following his arrest.
Brian Tupper
He is the district judge who presided over the arraignment and ordered the defendant to be jailed without bail.
The details
Young allegedly struck his mother in the face with the tip of an air rifle shortly after 7 p.m. before engaging in a physical struggle with responding officers during his subsequent arrest.
Timeline
May 28, 2026: Young received a four-year probation sentence.
July 14, 2026: Young was re-sentenced following a probation violation.
October 6, 2026: Young was released on parole.
October 26, 2026, 7 p.m.: The alleged assault occurred at a High Street residence.
October 26, 2026: Young was arrested and arraigned.
Legal Context
This case aligns with strict enforcement standards under Pennsylvania's probation and parole supervision guidelines for repeat offenders. It reflects a growing trend in the jurisdiction of denying bail for defendants who are accused of new crimes shortly after release.
Residents on High Street and the surrounding area should note that the suspect is currently in custody, eliminating any immediate threat related to this specific event. Authorities have processed the scene and secured physical evidence via the recorded security footage.
The takeaway
Domestic incidents involving weapons carry significant legal weight, especially for individuals with active probation or parole status. Residents are encouraged to document suspicious activity or threats using personal security cameras, which proved vital in this investigation.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Times Leader.
