Stolen vehicle chase ends with arrest of 18-year-old Buffalo woman
TOWN OF WHEATFIELD — On 5/25/2025 at 2317 hours, while on routine patrol in the area of Niagara Falls Blvd and Mavis Drive, Deputy Pino observed two vehicles make an…
Pair charged with burglaries at 9 car washes, 3 self storage units, churches
On April 22, 2025, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation out of SP Lockport arrested Michael E. Tomaka, 39 of Buffalo, NY for Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree, Burglary…
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…
New York State Police issue 2,150 tickets in WNY during ‘Operation Hang Up’
The New York State Police issued a total of 22,867 tickets during this year’s “Operation Hang Up” traffic enforcement period, including 4,607 tickets for distracted driving. This special traffic detail,…
New York State Police launch “No Empty Chair” teen driver safety campaign
As high school graduation season approaches, the New York State Police, in coordination with law enforcement agencies statewide, will conduct a week-long traffic safety initiative aimed at preventing teen 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…
Three arrested in underage drinking detail
The New York State Police today announced that it issued 11,582 tickets during this year’s St. Patrick’s Day enforcement initiative. The campaign began on Friday, March 14, 2025, and continued…
Three arrested in underage drinking detail
On Sunday March 16, 2025, the New York State Police in Lockport conducted an underage drinking detail in Niagara and Erie County. The following arrests were made: Georgia A. Thompson,…
Brant man sentenced for fleeing in stolen NYSP patrol vehicle
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that Bryan D. Ells, 41, of Brant, was sentenced this morning before Acting Erie County Court Judge Andrew C. LoTempio. He received…
Cheektowaga man charged with sex crimes against children, weapon and drug charges
On September 4, 2024, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation stationed at SP Clarence arrested Robert J. Hulings III, 23 of Cheektowaga, NY for Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child…