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2 brothers and their uncle sentenced to prison for 2023 beating
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Three people were sentenced to prison following a violent attack in the Broadway-Bailey neighborhood in 2023. According to the Erie County District Attorney’s Office, brothers Amonti Atkins, 24, and Amari Atkins, 28, both of Buffalo, pleaded guilty to attempted murder, assault, and gang assault. They were both sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison and five years of post-release supervision.
37th Home Sold This Year For Over $1 Million in Western New York
A sprawling Amherst estate that includes a six-stall horse barn has become Erie County’s 37th private residence to sell for more than $1 million this year. The deal is the latest in a trend-setting pace that could see a record number of homes sell for more than $1 million this year.
Erie County Sheriff's looking for missing teen
CATTARAUGUS COUNTY, N.Y. — The Erie County Sheriff's Office is looking for the community's help in locating 16-year-old Brianna Hogue. Brianna was reported as missing on July 17 from Cattaraugus County and is believed to be with a female companion. She was last seen wearing a white tank top, grey sweatpants, and white sneakers.
“We need to tighten our borders,” says Erie County Sheriff, following narcotics busts in Buffalo and Amherst
Authorities in Western New York have discovered a significant amount of illegal substances, cash, and guns after conducting an extensive investigation into drug trafficking. The recovered items include fentanyl, cocaine, and other drugs. This discovery highlights the ongoing issue of illegal drug dealing in the region. During a news conference...
Buffalo Resident Pleads Guilty: Injuring Town of Tonawanda Officer in Stolen Vehicle Escape
(WNY News Now) – Buffalo – Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that a 20-year-old Buffalo man pleaded guilty this morning before Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case to two counts of Assault in the First Degree (Class “B” violent felonies), one count of Assault Upon a Police Officer (Class “C” violent felony), one count of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Third Degree (Class “D” felony) and one count of Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle in the Third Degree (Class “A” misdemeanor).
Narcotics Probe in Buffalo Area Leads to Two Arrests, Including Jamestown Man
A Jamestown man is one of two suspects facing charges stemming from a multi-agency investigation into narcotics activity in the Buffalo area. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane says 43-year-old Lisandro Sanchez (left) was arraigned Tuesday morning on felony counts of 4th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and tampering with physical evidence, plus misdemeanor counts of 7th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, obstruction, and resisting arrest. Sanchez was arrested in Buffalo on Monday after investigators saw 27-year-old Dhakari Allen of Kenmore (right) allegedly conduct a narcotics transaction with Sanchez. Investigators saw a quantity of suspected narcotics, packaged for sale, was observed in plain view on the front seat of Allen's vehicle. Both Allen and Sanchez allegedly fought with officers while being placed under arrest. Allen was arraigned on two counts of 3rd-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, two counts of 2nd-degree criminally using drug paraphernalia, one count of 2nd-degree obstruction and one count of resisting arrest. Both suspects were released on their own recognizance because the charges are non-qualifying for bail. Sanchez faces up to 5 1/2 years in state prison if convicted of the highest charge, while Allen faces up to nine years behind bars.
'Your drugs are not safe': Law enforcement agencies announce drug bust
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Erie County Sheriff’s office is sending a message to the public today: “Your drugs are not safe”. Erie County law enforcement officials stood beside local, state, and federal agencies today as they announced three recent arrests and several drug seizures. Leaders say the...
10 Jails In New York With The Most People Locked Up
Some jails in New York State have more people locked up than others. Of course, nobody wants to go to jail, but sometimes things happen. New York collects data on how many people are in the various jails across the state. New York City jail population figures have been reported...
How did the global tech outage affect WNY?
BUFFALO, N.Y. — An tech outage has disrupted flights, banks, media outlets and companies across the world, with problems continuing for hours. Airlines in the United States, Europe, Australia and India were reporting problems, with some flights grounded. Retail outlets, banks, railway companies and hospitals in several parts of the world were also affected in what appeared to be an unprecedented internet disruption.
Ex-Broker Sentenced for Stealing Over $150K from Erie County Clients
(WNY News Now) – Clarence, NY — Damian M. Baird, a 52-year-old former investment broker from Clarence, has been sentenced to one year in jail for embezzling over $150,000 from his clients in Erie County. The sentencing, delivered by Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case, took place last Wednesday.
How is Crowdstrike impacting Tompkins County services? What you need to know
This article was edited to include additional information from Tompkins County officials. A global tech outage affecting banks airlines and media companies worldwide hit Tompkins County on Friday morning. The...
Opioid resurgence: Why are overdose rates in Erie County still rising?
With there being more programs and resources available for residents to utilize when dealing with addiction and drug use, as well as the county’s Opioid Task Force, why are overdose totals still rising in Erie County? More from WBEN:
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