Traffic stop leads to felony weapons charge and DWI
On April 28, 2025, Troopers out of SP Collins arrested Richard J. Gardner, 22 of Dunkirk, NY for Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree (C Felony), Driving While Intoxicated…
Prior felon arrested for illegal re-entry
BUFFALO — U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Jhonser Rafael Coste-Morales, 38, a citizen of the Dominican Republic, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with illegal re-entry of…
Tinted windshield leads to drug, weapons charges
On April 24, 2025, Troopers out of SP Lockport arrested Michael S. Wrzos, 45 of Lockport, NY for Criminal Possession of an Assault Weapon -D Felony (4 counts), Criminal Possession…
Niagara County to participate in drugged-driving enforcement campaign on 4/20
Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti is pleased to announce a collaborative effort with local law enforcement agencies across the county to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving.…
Critic for child abuse charged with sex crimes against children
On April 9, 2025, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation stationed at SP Clarence arrested John C. Todaro, 49 of Amherst, NY for Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child (D…
Erie County narcotics chief charged in year-old traffic incidents
LOCKPORT — A press released from the Niagara County District Attorney’s office featured a statement from District Attorney Brian Seaman: “Today at my office’s request, the Buffalo Police Department issued…
Man wanted on Florida warrant arrested after barricading himself in Wheatfield home
WHEATFIELD — On April 10th, 2025 at around 0946 hours, Deputies from The Niagara County Sheriff’s Office observed a subject, Daniel Couturiaux, a 53 year old male from Wheatfield, outside…
Niagara County Jail inmate charged with harassment following toilet water incident
LOCKPORT – Sheriff Michael Filicetti announces the arrest of 26 year old, Tyrell S. Handley, an incarcerated individual at the Niagara County Correctional Facility. According to NCSO, on March 29,2025,…
Man charged with numerous burglaries on Buffalo’s West Side and Elmwood Village
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that Ryan C. Klatt, 35, of no permanent address, was arraigned this morning before State Supreme Court Justice M. William Boller on…
Cheektowaga man charged with drive-by shooting attempt
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that Shayne S. Ganoe, 33, of Cheektowaga, was arraigned this morning before Amherst Town Court Justice Ann Nichols on the following offenses:…