Lockport woman arrested on drug charges
On July 10, 2023, Sheriff Filicetti announced the arrest of Bridget Bauer, 59 of Lockport, NY. Following an investigation by the Niagara County Drug Task Force, Bauer was arrested and…
Seven indicted on gambling charges in Rochester
ROCHESTER – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that a federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging seven individuals for their roles in an illegal gambling business headquartered…
Four charged after stolen vehicle pursuit in Newfane
NEWFANE – On July 10th 2023 at 0225 hours, Deputy Clarke observed a stolen vehicle out of the City of Buffalo northbound on Ewings Road. The Operator committed multiple traffic…
Lockport man charged with kidnapping and sexual abuse
On July 9, 2023, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) out of SP Lockport arrested James P. Wilson, 71 of Lockport, NY for with Burglary 1st degree (B Felony), Kidnapping…
Wellsville man charged with contempt
On July 8, 2023, Troopers out of SP Warsaw arrested Joel J. Pederson., 38, of Wellsville, NY, for Criminal Contempt 2nd. Troopers responded to a 911 report of a domestic…
State police issue over 1,000 tickets in WNY over July 4 long weekend
The New York State Police today announced that it issued a total of 12,991 tickets statewide during the 4th of July STOP-DWI enforcement campaign. The special enforcement period began on…
Lancaster man charged with DWI
On July 4, 2023, Troopers out of SP Clarence arrested Benton G. Patchett, 25 of Lancaster, NY for driving while intoxicated and moved from lane unsafely. On July 4, 2023,…
Niagara County to install traffic cams
The Niagara County Sheriff’s Office announced today a partnership with Flock Safety, a company that provides an Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) service. The installation of cameras will include 67…
Chautauqua County Jail inmate accused of throwing feces at correction officers
An inmate of the Chautauqua County Jail is facing aggravated harassment charges following an incident at the jail on June 21. According to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office, an investigation…
NCSO announces welfare fraud arrests
LOCKPORT — Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti, in partnership with the Niagara County Department of Social Services and the Niagara County District Attorney’s Office announces that during the second quarter of…