Lyons man charged with DWI after August crash in Galen
A Lyons man has been charged with driving while intoxicated following an investigation into a crash that left him injured in August. Donald M. Wright Jr., 57, was arrested by Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies after ... more
/ Staff Report
Seneca County Sheriff’s Office introduces laser technology for investigations
Investigators in Seneca County are now equipped with laser scanning technology to better document crime and crash scenes. The new system captures a complete 360-degree view, drastically reducing the time spent on-site. The Faro Focus ... more
/ Staff Report
Probation violation leads to arrest in Seneca County
Seneca County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 32-year-old Auburn woman after a probation violation, according to officials. The arrest occurred around 4:57 p.m. on September 24 following an investigation into the woman's failure to meet the ... more
/ Staff Report
Seneca County bids farewell to sergeant and K-9 partner
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office honored the retirement of Sergeant John Fowler and his K-9 partner, Ben, during a ceremony last week at the Law Enforcement Center in Romulus. The duo, who have served the ... more
/ Staff Report
Scottsville man arrested for DWI during traffic stop in Huron
A Scottsville man was arrested early Sunday morning for driving while intoxicated following a traffic stop on State Route 104 in the Town of Huron. Rodney T. Spickerman, 58, was pulled over by Wayne County ... more
/ Staff Report
Michigan man arrested in Ontario County traffic stop, wanted in Ohio on drug charges
A Michigan man wanted on drug charges in Ohio was arrested during a traffic stop in Ontario County on Saturday night. Musid Mohamed Aljahmi, 33, was taken into custody without incident around 9:40 p.m. after ... more
/ Staff Report
East Rochester woman charged with harassment after domestic incident
A 32-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a domestic harassment case following the issuance of a criminal summons. Briana L. Rossi, a resident of Cedar Place in East Rochester, was taken into custody ... more
/ Staff Report
Two arrested in Auburn after drug task force search
Two Auburn residents were arrested this week following a drug raid by the Finger Lakes Drug Task Force, which uncovered 35 grams of cocaine in their apartment. The raid took place around 10:50 p.m. Tuesday, ... more
/ Staff Report
Steuben school threat leads to sheriff’s investigation
An elementary school student’s alleged threat at Bradford School sparked an investigation by the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, raising concerns within the community. Investigators interviewed several students, staff, and the student involved. Authorities ... more
/ Staff Report
Ithaca man faces robbery, child endangerment charges after throwing 9-year-old to the ground during incident
A man from Ithaca is facing multiple charges after a domestic incident in the Commons area on September 27, according to Ithaca Police. Officers responded to a report of a dispute between a man and ... more
/ Staff Report
Walworth woman faces DWI charges after speeding in Huron
A woman from Walworth is facing multiple charges after a traffic stop in the Town of Huron, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Deputies stopped 61-year-old Tracy J. Mortimer for driving 78 mph in ... more
/ Staff Report
Man with multiple warrants arrested after resisting police at Apple Festival
An afternoon at Ithaca's Apple Festival turned confrontational when police arrested a man with numerous outstanding warrants who allegedly resisted officers attempting to detain him. Jessiah B. Jones, 39, of Ithaca, was recognized by uniformed ... more
/ Staff Report
Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office seeks public input through new survey
The Cayuga County Sheriff's Office is reaching out to residents with a new community survey aimed at strengthening trust and enhancing collaboration between law enforcement and the public. Committed to building and maintaining the respect ... more
/ Staff Report
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
/ Staff Report
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
/ Staff Report
Woman faces drug charge after alleged Ecstasy found during booking in Seneca County
A Geneva resident was charged with drug possession after authorities reportedly discovered suspected Ecstasy while she was being processed into the Seneca County Correctional Facility on an unrelated arrest. Maryagnes S. Thorpe was arrested around ... more
/ Staff Report
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
/ Staff Report
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
/ Staff Report
Auburn Police seek public’s help in locating suspect wanted for grand larceny, resisting arrest, and other charges
The Auburn Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in locating a man wanted on multiple charges, including misuse of food stamps, third-degree grand larceny, third- and fifth-degree welfare fraud, petit larceny, resisting arrest, and ... more
/ Staff Report