Environmental police crack down on illegal dumping in Steuben County
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement took action against illegal dumping in Steuben County on April 12. ECO McNamara responded to a tip from a State Trooper about ... more
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Chittenango Falls abduction claim unfounded, officials say
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office determined that claims of a woman being abducted near Chittenango Falls on Wednesday were unfounded. Deputies responded to a 911 call at around 10:40 a.m., reporting a possible abduction, according ... more
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Deputies: Men wanted for vehicular assault, possession of drugs and weapons evade authorities
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office put out a call for help to the community seeking four individuals wanted on varying charges ranging from failure to pay child support, all the way to vehicular assault. Here's ... more
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Police: Geneva parent had BAC over three-times legal limit while dropping off student to school
On Monday, May 20 at approximately 9:00 a.m., officers from the City of Geneva Police Department Road Patrol Division responded to a complaint at North Street School regarding a possibly intoxicated driver. The Geneva Central ... more
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Rochester man arrested on bench warrant during Ontario County traffic stop
On May 20, 2024, deputies arrested 30-year-old Shaquille Clark of Rochester on an active bench warrant. The arrest occurred during a traffic stop on State Route 444 in Victor, where Clark was found driving with ... more
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Yates man charged for falsely reporting active shooter, other emergencies and fraud
A local man faces an array of charges after a lengthy investigation into an active shooter threat at a hotel in Penn Yan, as well as other falsely reported emergencies in Yates County. Cameron Manley, ... more
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Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office releases April 2024 report: Nearly 1,900 calls responded to by deputies
The Cayuga County Sheriff's Office released its April 2024 report, showcasing significant community outreach and safety efforts. Sheriff Brian Schenck commended the work of his team, partner agencies, and first responders for managing increased traffic ... more
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Canandaigua woman violates court order, charged with criminal contempt
The Ontario County Sheriff's Office says a 33-year-old Canandaigua woman was taken into custody for contempt after an investigation into a disturbance earlier this week. On Monday, Christine Marie Smith, 33, of Canandaigua, was arrested ... more
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Seneca Falls woman arrested after puppy found in poor health
On May 20 Seneca Falls police arrested Samantha A. Briggs, 20, on charges of Overdriving, Torturing and Injuring Animals; Failure to Provide Proper Sustenance, commonly known as "Animal Cruelty." The arrest followed a complaint about ... more
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Canandaigua man accused of threatening 7-year-old with knife
The Ontario County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of a Canandaigua man for child endangerment and menacing after an investigation earlier this week. On Monday, Francis Paul Smith, 63, of Canandaigua, was arrested for Endangering ... more
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Have you seen him? Auburn police look for man wanted for weapons possession, child endangerment, and menacing
Auburn police are asking for the public's help locating a man who is wanted for several charges including criminal possession of a weapon, child endangerment, and menacing. Connor Nolan, 20, was featured by APD in ... more
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Aurelius man charged with resisting arrest, trespass, and disorderly conduct after Cayuga County Office Building incident
On May 19 deputies from the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office arrested Carl M. Bond, 36, of Aurelius, on multiple charges, including Menacing 3rd, Resisting Arrest, Trespass, and Disorderly Conduct. The arrest followed an incident on ... more
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Skeletal remains in Newark determined to be man missing since September 2022
Skeletal remains discovered by a surveying crew at 434 E. Union St. in Newark on Monday have been identified as Kevin Heise, the Monroe County Medical Examiner confirmed. Heise was reported missing in September 2022 ... more
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Skaneateles man arrested for DWI after Cayuga County traffic stop
Sheriff Brian Schenck reported that on May 19 at 12:22 p.m., Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducted a traffic stop on North Glen Haven Road in the Town of Sempronius. The stop was due to ... more
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Steuben Sheriff’s Office gets $665K grant for technology
Sheriff Jim Allard announced that the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services has awarded the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office a $665,000 Technology Grant. The grant will enhance the department's crime scene investigation and ... more
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Arcadia man arrested for criminal mischief and child endangerment
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of Tyson J. Moore, 20, of Arcadia, on charges of Criminal Mischief in the third degree and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Deputies arrested Moore following ... more
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Lyons woman wanted by six police agencies arrested again
A Lyons woman wanted by a half-dozen police agencies across the region, who was arrested earlier this year for possessing a stolen vehicle in Wayne County, was arrested again this week. The Wayne County Sheriff’s ... more
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Dundee man faces felony charges after damaging patrol car in Penn Yan
Penn Yan police say a Dundee man faces several charges including felonies after erratic behavior at a local business. Andrew J. Hoh, 35, of Dundee, was arrested on May 16 after multiple reports at a ... more
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Avon massage parlor under scrutiny for reportedly offering illicit services
The operator of an unlicensed spa in Livingston County is under police investigation following numerous complaints from local residents. The Candigirl Sensual Massage Parlor, located on Park Place in the village of Avon, has been ... more
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Buffalo man faces DWI charges in Canandaigua
Canandaigua police arrested a Buffalo man in the city following a roadside investigation and traffic stop. David Harrison, 31, was arrested for DWI after a traffic stop on South Main Street. Harrison is accused of ... more
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Canandaigua man held on $20,000+ bail after sexually assaulting child under 13
Canandaigua police arrested a local man following an investigation into sexual contact between a 19-year-old and child. Dakota Murphy, 19, of Canandaigua was arrested for criminal sex act. The charges stem from an incident where ... more
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