(WNY News Now) – A 43-year-old Olean man was taken into custody after contact with Olean police on October 11 and later released on his own recognizance following an arraignment on two active felony bench warrants.

OLEAN, N.Y. — Patrick F. Kopko, 43, of Olean, was taken into custody at approximately 7:41 p.m. Sunday, October 11, after coming into contact with the Olean Police Department, according to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities reported that Kopko had two active felony bench warrants issued by Allegany Town Court.

Cattaraugus County sheriff’s deputies transported Kopko to Allegany Town Court for arraignment on the warrants.

Following the court appearance, Kopko was released on his own recognizance. As are all persons accused of a crime, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.