What led to hours-long standoff in Wayne County yesterday? Geneva woman also taken into custody after incident
A parolee's alleged threats turned a routine arrest into a prolonged standoff Thursday in Butler, resulting in his surrender and the arrest of his girlfriend on an outstanding warrant. The incident began around 9:30 a.m ... more
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Inmate nearing release attacks three officers at Five Points prison
An inmate just days away from his scheduled release attacked and injured three correctional officers at Five Points Correctional Facility on Sept. 13, according to officials. The 23-year-old inmate, who was set to be released ... more
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Auburn police release body cam footage to counter arrest incident rumors
In response to circulating rumors and community concerns, the Auburn Police Department has released body camera footage from a Sept. 7 arrest on Cady Street where a man was injured during the incident. The man, ... more
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Seneca County deputies advance training with specialized courses
Deputies from the Seneca County Sheriff's Office have recently completed advanced training programs to enhance their law enforcement skills and better serve the community. Deputies Greco and Addicott successfully finished the Marine Law Enforcement Course, ... more
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Sheriff Schenck: Anonymous tips play crucial role in preventing, solving crimes
Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck says public engagement through anonymous tips and digital resources have proven important in fighting crime locally. Schenck discussed how new tools like the SaferWatch app are empowering the community to ... more
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Corning man arrested on multiple felony charges after wielding machete at trooper
State Police arrested a Corning man on multiple felony charges following a disturbance in the town of Caton on September 25. Troopers from SP Painted Post responded to a disturbance on Gridley Road, where they ... more
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Man charged after shooting at crow from vehicle in Schuyler County
A man is facing multiple charges after allegedly firing at a crow from his vehicle on a highway in the Town of Cayuta, according to the Department of Environmental Conservation. Authorities say the incident occurred ... more
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Police: 17-year-old threatened to kill person in Penn Yan
A 17-year-old juvenile from Penn Yan was arrested following an incident in the village where they allegedly threatened to kill another resident in the presence of police officers. The arrest took place on the afternoon ... more
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Dresden man arrested for disorderly conduct in Penn Yan
Penn Yan Police arrested a 22-year-old Dresden resident following an early-morning altercation in front of a local business on September 13. Justin M. Allison, of Seneca Street, was involved in a physical fight with another ... more
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Deputies nearly struck by accused drunk driver in Cayuga County
Cayuga County Sheriff's deputies narrowly avoided being struck by a vehicle while attending to a disabled car in the Town of Sennett, leading to the arrest of a local man on multiple charges, including driving ... more
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Two arrested for disorderly conduct after altercation in Penn Yan
Penn Yan Police arrested two men following a late-night altercation in front of a local business on September 13. Justin M. Allison, 22, of Dresden, and Brian K. Corcoran, 43, of Penn Yan, were both ... more
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Have you seen this missing teen? State police seek public’s help finding 17-year-old
State Police in Steuben County are asking for the public's assistance in locating 17-year-old Kaleb J. Hicks, who has been missing since he was last seen on Snell Hill Road in Bath. Hicks is described ... more
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Montour Falls man arrested for daytime burglary in Schuyler County
A Montour Falls resident was arrested following a daytime burglary at a home on Washington Street in Montour Falls on Sept. 22. Troopers responded to the scene around 1:59 p.m. after receiving a report of ... more
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Addison man charged with assault inside Steuben County Jail: Victim requires medical treatment after attack
An Addison man has been arrested in connection with an assault at the Steuben County Jail. Richard L. Freeland, 28, was taken into custody on Sept. 24, facing a second-degree assault charge, a class D ... more
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Newark man arrested in Clifton Springs on drug charges after multi-county investigation
A Newark man was arrested Monday evening in connection with a narcotics investigation that spanned multiple counties, the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office reported. Yadiel “Yadi” Roque Correa, 35, was taken into custody on Teft Ave ... more
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Rochester man arrested on bench warrant for grand larceny
A Rochester man was arrested Wednesday evening by Ontario County Sheriff's Deputies on a bench warrant related to grand larceny charges. Philip W. Drumm, 35, was taken into custody without incident at the park-and-ride near ... more
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Rochester woman arrested on grand larceny warrant in Ontario County
A Rochester woman was arrested Wednesday afternoon on a warrant stemming from a grand larceny charge related to a January theft from Ulta Beauty. La'Tanetta R. Williams, 28, was taken into custody by Ontario County ... more
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Could Cayuga County have an animal abuse registry? Sheriff says it’s a priority
Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck discussed a range of public safety initiatives, including traffic enforcement, school threat assessments, and a potential animal abuse registry, during an appearance on the Inside the FLX on Tuesday. Schenck ... more
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Ontario County launches new threat assessment committee to prevent targeted violence
The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office has announced the creation of a new initiative aimed at preventing targeted acts of violence in the community. The Ontario County Threat Assessment Committee will bring together local law enforcement, ... more
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