Friday, November 22

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Jamestown Residents Charged After Domestic Dispute Uncovers Unsafe Living Conditions
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Jamestown Residents Charged After Domestic Dispute Uncovers Unsafe Living Conditions

(WNY News Now) A domestic altercation on the city s south side led to the arrest of two individuals, exposing deplorable living conditions that endangered a child s welfare.Jamestown, N.Y. On the evening of November 17, 2024, at approximately 8:23 p.m., Jamestown police officers responded to a domestic dispute at a residence on the city s south side. Upon investigation, officers determined that 28-year-old Zachary A. Graves had engaged in a physical altercation with 37-year-old Nicole Parsons in the presence of a juvenile.Graves fled the scene before officers arrived but was located nearby, hiding behind a brick wall and attempting to conceal himself in leaves and brush. Officers apprehended Graves and transported him to the city jail.The investigation revealed unsafe living conditions...
Jamestown Man Arrested with Methamphetamine During Street Check
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Jamestown Man Arrested with Methamphetamine During Street Check

(WNY News Now) – A routine street check in Jamestown led to the arrest of a local man, uncovering methamphetamine possession and resolving an outstanding warrant.Jamestown, N.Y. – Jamestown Police officers arrested Michael P. Jones, a 40-year-old city resident, during a street check near the intersection of Foote Avenue and Harrison Street on the evening of November 15.At approximately 9:42 PM, officers observed Jones walking in the area and recognized him as the subject of an outstanding warrant issued by the Jamestown Police Department. Upon making contact, officers took Jones into custody without incident.During a subsequent search, officers discovered a quantity of methamphetamine on Jones’ person. He was transported to the Jamestown City Jail, where he remains in custody. Jones faces ...
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Speeding Leads to DWI Arrest in Sheridan

(WNY News Now) – Sheridan, NY – A routine traffic stop in the early hours of November 17, 2024, resulted in the arrest of a Ripley man for driving while intoxicated (DWI).Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle speeding on Route 20 near King Road in Sheridan at approximately 1:20 a.m. The driver, identified as 23-year-old Dustin L. Strain of Ripley, NY, was found to be operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.Following further investigation at the scene, Strain was taken into custody and charged with DWI Per Se, DWI Common Law, and speeding in a zone. He was transported to the Sheriff’s Office substation in Hanover, where he was processed and released with a court appearance scheduled in Sheridan Town Court.Share this:FacebookXNote: Thank you for visiting ...
Chaos at Jamestown Residence Leads to Arrests and Child Welfare Investigation
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Chaos at Jamestown Residence Leads to Arrests and Child Welfare Investigation

(WNY News Now) – Two individuals were arrested on a combined 10 counts of child endangerent after police responded to a drunken domestic dispute.Jamestown, N.Y. – Officers from the Jamestown Police Department responded to a 911 call on November 15, 2024, at approximately 4:17 p.m., reporting a domestic altercation at a west side residence. A young child had called, citing a fight inside the home.Upon arrival, officers encountered Nekyle R. Taylor, 31, on the front porch, locked out of the residence by Chelsey L. Durnell, 30. Inside, two visibly distressed children, ages 4 and 7, were present. Investigators determined that both adults, heavily intoxicated, had engaged in a physical altercation in front of the children.As officers attempted to arrest Durnell, she resisted, leading to a strug...
Angola Man Arrested for Stolen Property, Fentanyl Possession Following Bench Warrant
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Angola Man Arrested for Stolen Property, Fentanyl Possession Following Bench Warrant

(WNY News Now) – A 30-year-old Angola man was arrested in connection with a stolen property charge and fentanyl possession after deputies discovered drug paraphernalia during his arrest.On November 9, 2024, deputies from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office apprehended Shawn S. Esis, a 30-year-old resident of Angola, New York, in connection with an outstanding bench warrant for criminal possession of stolen property. The arrest took place at approximately 2:03 PM after Esis was located and taken into custody.During a search incident to the arrest, deputies uncovered an electronic scale typically used for measuring narcotic substances, along with a quantity of fentanyl. As a result, Esis faces additional charges for the possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.Esis was...
Yorkshire Man Arrested for Larceny After Stealing Household Items from Vacant Mobile Home
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Yorkshire Man Arrested for Larceny After Stealing Household Items from Vacant Mobile Home

(WNY News Now) – A 33-year-old Yorkshire man was arrested for larceny after deputies discovered him with stolen goods from a vacant mobile home at the Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park on November 12, 2024.On November 12, 2024, at approximately 12:10 PM, deputies with the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department responded to a call regarding a suspicious individual at the Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park, located at 105 Pioneer Lane in Yorkshire, NY. Upon arrival, officers identified Travis J. Neamon, 33, of 101 Pioneer Lane, Yorkshire, who was found in possession of several household items.Through the course of the investigation, it was determined that Neamon had entered an unoccupied mobile home and unlawfully took the items. As a result, Neamon was charged with Criminal Trespass in the second degree...
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Angola Man Arrested on Drug and Theft Charges in Machias

(WNY News Now) – A bench warrant arrest led to the discovery of fentanyl and drug paraphernalia on Shawn S. Esis in Machias, New York.MACHIAS, N.Y. — Deputies from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30-year-old Shawn S. Esis of Angola, New York, on Friday, Nov. 9, at approximately 2:03 PM. The arrest stemmed from an active bench warrant issued by the Allegany County Superior Criminal Court for criminal possession of stolen property.During the arrest, law enforcement officials discovered Esis in possession of an electronic scale commonly used to measure narcotic substances. Further investigation revealed a quantity of fentanyl on Esis’ person.Esis was processed at the scene and subsequently turned over to the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office. He is facing charges under New Yor...
Olean Man Arrested on Two Probation Violation Warrants
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Olean Man Arrested on Two Probation Violation Warrants

(WNY News Now) – A 29-year-old Olean resident was taken into custody on probation violation warrants.Olean, N.Y. – On the morning of November 13, 2024, the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office executed two Violation of Probation Warrants, leading to the arrest of Dalton J. Russell, a resident of Olean, New York. Sheriff Eric A. Butler confirmed Russell’s apprehension at approximately 9:34 a.m. on E State St., Olean, NY.Russell, who resides at 554 Martha Ave G2, was detained without bail and transported to the Cattaraugus County Jail, where he remains in custody pending further court proceedings. As are all persons accused of a crime, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.Share this:FacebookXNote: Thank you for visiting our website! We strive to keep you info...
Westfield Man Arrested for Road Rage Incident Involving Children, Faces Multiple Charges
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Westfield Man Arrested for Road Rage Incident Involving Children, Faces Multiple Charges

(WNY News Now) – A Westfield man faces numerous charges after allegedly engaging in a road rage altercation, ramming another vehicle with his children present, and leaving the scene.WESTFIELD, NY – The Westfield Police Department has arrested 53-year-old Robert W. Strang III following an investigation into a reported road rage incident on Sherman Westfield Road on October 20, 2024. Strang is accused of intentionally colliding with another driver’s vehicle during a confrontation sparked when the other motorist attempted to pass him legally in a designated passing zone.According to police reports, Strang’s actions resulted in damages to the other vehicle totaling over $3,000. Authorities also discovered that two minors, both under the age of 18 and related to Strang, were in his vehicle duri...
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Jamestown Man Charged in Town of Ellicott Shoplifting Incident

(WNY News Now) – A Jamestown resident faces a charge of petit larceny following an alleged shoplifting incident in the Town of Ellicott.Ellicott, N.Y. – On November 12, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Town of Ellicott Police responded to a report of suspected shoplifting at a local store. According to police, 36-year-old Andrew S. Vanguilder of Jamestown allegedly concealed merchandise in his coat and left the store without making payment. Vanguilder was subsequently charged with petit larceny.In compliance with New York State’s bail reform guidelines, Vanguilder was issued an appearance ticket and released on his own recognizance. He is scheduled to appear in the Town of Ellicott court at a later date to address the charge. As are all persons accused of a crime, the accused is presumed in...