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CRIME & SAFETY
Traffic Stop on Barrett Ave Leads to Major Drug Bust
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown – A routine traffic stop in Jamestown uncovers over seven grams of crack cocaine, leading to a significant drug arrest. On the evening of July 13, 2024, at approximately 8:43 PM, officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s 2nd Platoon conducted a traffic stop near Barrett Avenue and the Barrett Avenue Ramp for observed traffic infractions. The driver, identified as 55-year-old Denise L. Pattyson, was pulled over and subsequently investigated by the officers.
Florida Woman Flees Scene of DWI Crash in Chautauqua County
(WNY News Now) – A Deltona woman faces multiple charges after allegedly fleeing a property damage accident and driving under the influence in Chautauqua County. On July 5, 2024, at approximately 3:34 PM, Chautauqua County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident near the Kwik Fill gas station on Route 5 and 20. Before the deputies arrived, one of the drivers fled the scene, heading southbound on Alleghany Road.
Child Saved From Hot Car In The Nick Of Time
As another heat wave passes through the tri-state area, more heartbreaking stories of children being left in cars are being reported. Earlier this week the Jewish community was heartbroken to hear that a young child in Lakewood passed after being left in a hot car. Today, Chaverim broke the window of a car parked in the Costco parking lot to rescue a child that was left inside. Hatzalah and Nanuet EMS were on scene and treated the child, who is thankfully in stable condition.
Falconer man sentenced to prison in connection with arson that consumed 2 homes
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Falconer man was sentenced to an indeterminate state prison sentence of four to 12 years for intentionally starting a fire that consumed two houses in July 2022, the Chautauqua County District Attorney’s Office said Monday. 30-year-old Aubrey Baize intentionally started the fire in Kennedy, located in the Town of Poland, […]
Major Drug Bust in Forestville Uncovers 82 Grams of Crack Cocaine
(WNY News Now) – Forestville, NY – An extensive five-month narcotics investigation culminated in significant arrests on Friday afternoon in the Hamlet of Forestville. Narcotics Investigators from the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office, Dunkirk Police Department, and Jamestown Police Department executed a search warrant at 13 3rd St., Forestville, as well as on a Chevy pickup truck driven by Jason Dolce, 39, of Forestville, and occupied by Allison Pawlowski, 40, of Angola. The search led to the seizure of 82 grams of crack cocaine, scales, packaging materials for drug distribution, and $422 in cash.
Corry Man Conned out of $1,200 on eBay
A Corry-area man was scammed out of $1,200 while attempting to buy a vehicle on eBay, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The incident was reported May 7, but troopers did not release information on the incident until Tuesday. The seller asked the 84-year-old victim to buy six credit cards totaling...
Woman Charged with Possessing Crack Cocaine in Jamestown Traffic Stop
A traffic stop Saturday evening in Jamestown led to the arrest of a woman on a felony drug charge. Jamestown Police pulled over a vehicle in the area of Barrett Avenue and the Barrett Avenue ramp for infractions at about 8:45 PM. Officers were given consent to search the vehicle driven by 55-year-old Denise Pattyson. Inside the vehicle, officers found 7.3 grams of crack cocaine. Pattyson was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Jamestown City Jail to be held pending arraignment for 4th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. She was also issued traffic tickets.
Jamestown Man Arrested on Outstanding Warrants, Drug and Weapon Charges
A Jamestown man who had outstanding warrants was taken into custody after a street check in the city Monday afternoon. Jamestown Police located 33-year-old Michael Green at an address on West 6th Street shortly before 12:15 PM and were aware of his warrants through the department. Green was taken into custody without incident, and further investigation found that he was allegedly found to be in possession of a small quantity of methamphetamine, a Levorphanol Tartrate pill and an expandable baton, which is illegal to possess in New York State. Green was transported to the Jamestown City Jail without incident and was held pending arraignment on his outstanding warrants, as well as two counts of 7th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and one count of 3rd-degree criminal possession of a weapon.
Jamestown Man Arrested on Narcotics Charges After Attempting to Conceal Fentanyl in City Jail
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown – A Jamestown man faces multiple charges after attempting to conceal fentanyl upon his arrest, further complicating his legal troubles. On the evening of July 5, 2024, officers from the Jamestown Police Department apprehended Dale R. Linkous, a 26-year-old resident of Jamestown, on the city’s West side. The officers, aware of Linkous’ active arrest paperwork from a prior incident, took him into custody at approximately 8:55 PM and transported him to the city jail.
Man Charged with Vandalizing Event Space Near Clear Lake in Spartansburg
A Corry-area man faces charges for vandalizing an event space near Clear Lake in Spartansburg, according to Pennsylvania State Police. It happened at a property owned by Spartansburg Events near Mill and Main St. on June 19. The 38 year old is accused of damaging a chain-link fence and gate...
Officials Say Bus Crashed Through Home in New York State
An early Monday morning crash in New York state has resulted in several passengers being sent to the hospital. But while stories of cars and trucks crashing into structures in residential areas are nothing really new, it isn't too often you hear of a bus going into a home. Some...
Two-vehicle accident spills oil along Crawford Co. state highway
(WJET/WFXP)– Pennsylvania State Police in Corry were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident earlier this month that left oil spilled on the roadway. The accident took place back on July 9 around 5:43 a.m. along State Highway 27 near an unnamed road with state police releasing the report on July 15.
Vehicle crashes into a pole on 13th Street in Columbus
Multiple agencies are on the scene of a motor vehicle collision in Columbus. A white Jeep crashed into a utility pole at 13th Street and 3rd Avenue near Highside Market. Bystanders told CNAW2News.com two subjects, possibly juveniles, fled from the vehicle. Columbus Police Department, Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office, and Phenix...
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