The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Amber R Mix, 30 and Roy C Flansburg, 54 on 08/27/2024 residing at 518 W Washington Street, Bath NY. On 08/07/2024 patrols received a 911 call in reference to a female who potentially had given birth to a baby in home and has not yet been to a doctor’s office for a follow up. Patrols were able to identify the subjects in question and interviewed them in regards to the allegations. CPS did respond to the scene and took custody of the child. Through the process of the investigation, patrols were able to determine that the mother had not seen a doctor throughout the pregnancy along with the child having illegal narcotics in its system along with going through withdrawals. On 08/27/2024, Amber Mix was then taken into custody and charged with Reckless Endangerment in the 1st Degree, a Class D Felony. Ms. Mix was then transported to the Steuben County Jail where she was released at CAP court. The same day, Roy Flansburg was also taken into custody, charged and then released on an appearance ticket for Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A Misdemeanor. The child is currently safe and receiving care in a foster home.
On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, DARYCK RAWLEIGH, age 31, of the Village of Bath, was taken into custody and charged with one (1) count, Criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, a class D felony, three (3) counts of Menacing in the second degree, a Class A misdemeanor and two (2) counts of Endangering the welfare of a child, a Class A misdemeanor.
Officers responded to the Bath Central School soccer field in the area of Maple Heights and Charles Street for a third party call reporting a male subject brandished a firearm toward juveniles.
Upon arrival, Officers were directed to the residence in which the incident occurred on Charles Street. Officers conducted several interviews including interviewing RAWLEIGH. Investigation by the Bath Village Police revealed a dispute between RAWLEIGH and a group of juveniles had occurred and that RAWLEIGH did in fact display an illegal AR-15 semi-automatic, assault weapon. The rifle was recovered at the scene.
DARYCK RAWLEIGH was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Bath Village Police Department for processing. RAWLEIGH was then transported to the Steuben County Jail to await CAP Court. The Bath Village Police Department was assisted by the New York State Police and Steuben County Sheriff’s Office.
On the morning of August 14th, 2024, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department were dispatched to 1 Liberty Street for the report of a Burglary. It was reported that someone had entered into the building unlawfully and stole various power tools and hand tools totaling over $2,000. Responding officers processed the crime scene and located multiple pieces of evidence.
A receipt was discovered inside of 1 Liberty Street, which ultimately lead to the identification of the initial suspect who was shown on camera purchasing items found within the crime-scene. Patrols then conducted multiple other interviews which resulted in more suspects being identified. During the course of these interviews, some of the stolen property was located and returned to the owner. Local businesses cooperated with the Bath Police Department by providing video footage which showed these suspects stealing the tools. Following the investigation, arrest warrants were requested through the Bath Village Court.
On August 28th, 2024, the Bath Village Court issued the arrest warrants. As a result, the following individuals were arrested and charged as follows:
Daniel A. Garcia, age 45 – Burglary 3rd Degree – Class D Felony
Petit Larceny – Class A Misdemeanor
Conspiracy 5th Degree – Class A Misdemeanor
Thomas L. Popps, age 35 – Burglary 3rd Degree – Class D Felony
Petit Larceny – Class A Misdemeanor
Conspiracy 5th Degree – Class A Misdemeanor
Shane S. Fox, age 45 – Petit Larceny – Class A Misdemeanor
Conspiracy 5th Degree – Class A Misdemeanor
Elizabeth R. Walker, age 32 – Criminal Trespass 3rd Degree – Class B Misdemeanor All suspects were arraigned, Shane Fox and Elizabeth Walker were both released and are to return to Bath Village Court at a later date. Daniel Garcia and Thomas Popps were both remanded to the Steuben County Jail.
On Tuesday, August 27, 2024, ELIZABETH R. WALKER, age 32, of the Village of Bath, was taken into custody and charged with one (1) count of criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, a class D felony, two (2) counts of menacing in the second degree, a class A misdemeanor, two (2) counts of endangering the welfare of a child, a class A misdemeanor, and one (1) count of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, a class A misdemeanor.
On Monday, August 26, 2024, at 9:18 p.m., Officers responded to a disturbance on Howell Street near West William Street in the Village of Bath. Officers arriving in the area were flagged down by a juvenile reporting he had just been chased by a woman with a knife.
WALKER was located in the area and upon interview the knife was recovered. WALKER was released at the time as further investigation was to be conducted.
Upon further investigation, ELIZABETH WALKER was located and taken into custody. ELIZABETH WALKER was transported to the Bath Village Police Department for processing and then to the Steuben County Jail for CAP Court.
On 8/20/24, Officers with the Village of Bath Police Department observed a vehicle with the sole occupant inside that they knew to be a Thomas Gallagher, 31 years old, of Bath, NY. Gallagher was operating his vehicle north bound on Robie St. The Officers knew he had a revoked license and pulled him over on Charles St. in the Village of Bath.
Officers with the Bath Police Department spoke with Gallagher and had him step out of the vehicle due to them having to tow the vehicle. Once he stepped out, an Officer observed a container with residue inside of it on the floor board. Gallagher was taken into custody and found to be in possession of a quantity of illicit drugs.
Gallagher was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony and AUO 2nd, an unclassified misdemeanor.
Gallagher was then transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned. Once at the Steuben County Jail, Gallagher was found to be hiding more quantities of illicit drugs on his person inside of the jail and he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd, a class B Felony and Tampering with Physical Evidence, a class E Felony. Gallagher was arraigned and released to appear in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, QUINCY TISDALE, age 37, of the Village of Bath, was taken into custody and charged with Aggravated Criminal Contempt, a class D felony, Assault in the Third Degree, a Class A misdemeanor and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A misdemeanor.
Officers responded to a residence for a physical domestic. The victim reporting an injury as a result of having her arm slammed in a door repeatedly. The domestic incident took place with a child present.
TISDALE fled the scene on foot, was located and taken into custody without incident. TISDALE was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP Court.
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, ISAIAH L. CONKLIN-GRIFFIN, age 22, of the Village of Bath, was taken into custody and charged with Unlawful Fleeing of a Police Officer in the Third Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor.
CONKLIN-GRIFFIN was operating a 2012 Yamaha upon Cameron Street in the Village of Bath. Officers attempted a traffic stop on CONKLIN-GRIFFIN for a violation of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law but CONKLIN-GRIFFIN failed to comply.
A vehicle pursuit ensued toward the Town of Cameron. Officers terminated the pursuit due to suspects reckless driving. Several minutes later Suspect entered back into the Village of Bath and Officers again attempted to stop the motorcycle.
Officers terminated the pursuit on East Washington Street at May Street. Minutes after terminating, Steuben County 911 had received calls reporting the motorcycle to be at a residence on East Washington Street Extension. CONKLIN-GRIFFIN was located and taken into custody without incident. The motorcycle was also recovered and impounded. In addition to the New York State Penal Law violation, CONKLIN-GRIFFIN was issued eighteen (18) traffic tickets for various violations within the Village of Bath.
Bath Village Police Department was assisted by the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office and New York State Police.
On 08/13/2024, at around 0951 hours, the Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to an urgent check the welfare at Clark’s Specialty, located at 36 Delaware Ave in the Village of Bath, County of Steuben, State of New York. Officers were dispatched to a report of an unknown male who had been crushed by a wall. Initial Officers on scene determined that the male was deceased upon arrival. The male was later identified as Gerald C. Cleveland of Bath, NY. The Village of Bath Police Department conducted an investigation into the above listed incident.
It was determined that a different individual was cleaning scrap metal at Clark’s from the fire a few months prior. It is believed that a piece of heavy equipment accidently hit a cement wall causing it to become unstable. The wall subsequently fell on Cleveland causing fatal injuries.
Bath Police Department was able to make contact with OSHA out of Syracuse who will be investigating further into this incident.
The Village of Bath Police Department would like to thank all agencies that responded to assist including the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Bath Ambulance and Bath Fire.
The Village of Bath Police Department will be participating in the state wide STOP-DWI August 100 Days of summer “High Visibility Engagement Campaign.” The state wide STOP-DWI August 100 Days of summer “High Visibility Engagement Campaign” will start on August 8th, 2024 and will end on August 11th, 2024.
On 7/19/2024 around 8:38pm, Officers with the Bath Police Department were dispatched to West Washington St. near West St. in the Village of Bath for a report of a male who was causing a disturbance and was fully naked according to multiple callers.
Upon arrival, Officers were met in the street by the male who was under the influence of dangerous drugs. The male was screaming at Officers threatening to kill them and others. The male spit in an Officers direction and attempted to engage in a physical altercation with the Police. The male was quickly taken into custody. The male was transported to Ira Davenport Medical Center due to being on the dangerous drugs and was issued an appearance ticket for disorderly conduct, a violation in NYS penal law.
The male, identified as Shaun Haynes, 25, of Bath was just released from prison on 7/18/24 and is currently on NYS Parole until 2029.
On July 11, 2024, COURTNEY B. ROCHE, age 34, of the Village of Bath, was taken into custody and charged with various felony and misdemeanors spanning the course of three (3) days.
On 07/09/2024, ROCHE unlawfully entered into posted restricted areas of the Bath Municipal Building. ROCHE stole several items including credit cards and cell phone. ROCHE was apprehended shortly after and charged with 1 count of Burglary in the 3rd degree, a class D Felony and 3 counts of Grand Larceny, a class E felony. ROCHE was processed, transported to Steuben County CAP Court where she was released.
On 07/10/2024, ROCHE knowing there was no fire, activated a fire alarm at the Quality Inn on W. Morris St. ROCHE entered into the hotel, went to the third floor, activated a pull station and then fled the building on foot. Bath Fire Department responded to the fire alarm, there were approximately 40 guests within the building at the time which evacuated.
On 07/11/2024, ROCHE knowing there was no fire, activated a fire alarm at the Budget Inn on W. Morris St. ROCHE entered into the hotel, was on the second floor, activated a pull station and then fled the building on foot. ROCHE was apprehended shortly after and charged with 2 counts of Falsely Reporting an Incident in the 2nd degree, a class E Felony and 2 counts of Criminal Nuisance in the 2nd degree, a class B misdemeanor. ROCHE was released with appearance tickets to appear in court at a later date.
On 07/11/2024, ROCHE entered into Steuben County Mental Health and again knowing there was no fire, activated the fire alarm within the building by pull station. The Building was evacuated and Bath Fire responded. ROCHE was located in an office on the fourth floor and taken into custody. ROCHE was found in possession of property which belonged to employee of Mental Health. ROCHE was charged with Burglary in the 3rd degree, a class D felony, Falsely reporting an incident in the 1st degree, a class D felony, Petit larceny, a class A misdemeanor, Criminal nuisance in the 2nd degree, a class B misdemeanor and Criminal Tampering in the 3rd degree, a class B misdemeanor. ROCHE was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP Court.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Heather Pyer on 07/10/2024 of Bath NY. Patrols received a text 911 call in reference to a female subject who was armed with a knife that had begun cutting her wrists and possibly had stabbed her wife. Patrols arrived on scene and immediately observed an active disturbance with a female screaming for help. Patrols quickly approached the scene where a female was being pulled into the home. The female identified as Mrs. Pyer retreated into the home where she attempted to barricade herself inside of a bathroom. Patrols were able to breach the door and after a short struggle were able to place her in custody and began to render aid to the injuries. She was immediately transported to Ira Davenport Hospital to be treated for the severe injuries to her wrists. Less than 24 hours later she was released from the hospital and processed for the following charges; Assault with Intent to Cause Physical Injury with a Weapon a Class D Felony, Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree a Class A Misdemeanor, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 4th Degree a Class A Misdemeanor, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing a Class A Misdemeanor and Resisting Arrest also a Class A Misdemeanor. Mrs. Pyer was then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was released at CAP court.
On 07/09/2024 at approximately 2342 hours, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department responded to a report of a female screaming in the area of 18 West Steuben Street.
Further investigation revealed that Alesha M. Hunt, age 31, of Bath, was at the residence in violation of a full stay away order of protection.
As officers attempted to take Hunt into custody, she physically resisted and attempted to bite officers. During the struggle, a sergeant sustained an injury to the thigh as a result of Hunt’s purposeful attempt to injure officers.
Hunt was transported to a medical facility for evaluation. While enroute to the hospital, Hunt purposefully kicked and injured a member of the ambulance crew. Hunt was treated and released. Hunt was subsequently transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
Hunt is charged with the following:
- Criminal Contempt in the 2nd degree, a Class A misdemeanor
- Aggravated Family Offense, a Class E Felony
- Resisting Arrest, a Class A Misdemeanor
- Obstructing Governmental Administration in the 2nd degree, a Class A Misdemeanor
- Assault in the 2nd degree, a Class D Felony (2 COUNTS)
- Attempted Assault in the 2nd degree, a Class E Felony
On Saturday, June 29th, 2024, DAVID C. CERVANTES, age 38, of Spencerport, New York, was arrested and charged with Assault in the second degree, a Class D felony.
On Saturday, June 29th, 2024, at or about 11:37AM, EMS was dispatched to 510 Howell Street for a medical call. A sergeant and an officer responded to the scene to assist Bath Ambulance. The patient, DAVID CERVANTES, became non-compliant and swung an elbow attempting to strike the sergeant. During a brief physical altercation, CERVANTES kicked the sergeant in the head causing physical injury. CERVANTES was placed under arrest and transported via Bath Ambulance to Ira Davenport Hospital where he was found to be under the influence of methamphetamine and later released. CERVANTES was then transported to Bath Police Department for arrest processing and subsequently transported to Steuben County Jail to be arraigned at CAP court. CERVANTES was released at CAP court and is to appear at a later date.
The sergeant injured was evaluated by medical professionals and suffered trauma to the head. The Village of Bath Police Department was assisted by Bath Ambulance.
On Friday, July 5, 2024, AARON L. BARNARD, age 41, of Bradford New York, was taken into custody and charged with 1 count of Assault in the second degree, a Class D felony, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief, a Class A Misdemeanor, 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A Misdemeanor, Resisting Arrest, a Class A Misdemeanor and Harassment in the second degree, a violation.
On Friday, July 5, 2024, at or about 7:17 a.m., Officers responded to an address on Chestnut Street in the Village of Bath for a domestic in progress, male versus female, physical. Upon arrival, Officers were investigating the incident and AARON BARNARD struck a police officer in the face and attempted to choke him. After an active physical altercation with law enforcement, BARNARD was taken into custody. Both BARNARD and the Officer were transported by Bath Ambulance to an area hospital for evaluation and treatment of injuries.
BARNARD was released from the hospital, taken back to the Bath Village Police Department for processing and then transported to the Steuben County Jail to await CAP Court. The Officer was also treated and released. BARNARD is currently on probation. Bath Village Police was assisted by the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, Bath Ambulance and Steuben County EMS.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of David R. Burgess, Mary E. Cone, and Courtney M. Brooker of Dansville NY on 05/31/2024. On 03/31/2024 David R. Burgess the operator of the vehicle, was pulled over by a Bath Police Officer for a minor traffic violation on W Morris Street along with Mary E. Cone and Courtney M. Brooker as passengers within the vehicle. During the course of the traffic stop a large amount of Methamphetamine was located along with packaging material, and a digital scale commonly used to weigh controlled substances. All three subjects were released pending investigation.
At a later date Arrest Warrants were issued for all three subjects. On 05/31/2024 all three subjects were located and taken into custody. David R. Burgess and Mary C. Cone were charged with NYS PL. 220.06- Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth degree, a class D felony. The rear passenger Courtney M. Brooker was charged with NYS PL. 220.03- Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, a class A misdemeanor. All three subjects were then transported to the Steuben County Jail where they were released at CAP court. The Village of Bath Police Department would like to thank Steuben County Sheriff’s Office for the assistance on the traffic stop and Dansville Police Department for the assistance on locating and taking subjects into custody.
On 5/25/24 around 5:40pm, The Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to Mossy Bank Park for a 35 year old male meeting a 14 year old female with the intent to take the female home with him. The male travelled over two hours to meet the female with intentions to have a sexual relationship with her. Upon arrival, Officers spoke with the male, Andrew McCarthy, 35, of Otego, NY.
After investigation, McCarthy was placed under arrest for Attempted Rape 2nd, a class E Felony and Attempted Luring a child, a class D Felony. McCarthy was processed on his charges and transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned on 5/26/24 in the morning.
On 05-14-2024 at approximately 01:00 AM, a Village of Bath Police Department officer was on routine patrol when they observed a suspicious vehicle parked in the parking lot of a closed business on West Washington Street. The occupant of the vehicle appeared to be unresponsive.
A welfare check on the occupant was initiated and it was determined that the occupant had fallen asleep.
An investigation yielded that the occupant was in possession of a loaded AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, a large capacity ammunition feeding device and a quantity of methamphetamine.
Richard F. Clark, age 53, of Virginia, was subsequently arrested on the following charges:
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 2nd Degree, Class C Felony
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 3rd Degree, Class D Felony (2 counts)
- Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 4th Degree, Class C Felony
Clark was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail where he remains held without the opportunity for bail. Clark is a 7 time convicted felon out of the State of Virginia.
On 05-04-2024 at approximately 9:14 PM, the Village of Bath Police Department responded to a disturbance at a residence on Geneva Street.
Following an investigation, Daniel L. Ladieu Sr., age 38, of Bath, was arrested on the following charges:
Harassment in the 2nd Degree, violation, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, A Misdemeanor (3 counts), Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree, A Misdemeanor, Attempted Assault in the 3rd Degree, B Misdemeanor
Ladieu was transported to Steuben County Jail where he was released on his own recognizance at CAP Court on the morning of 05/05/2024, with a stay away order of protection in place, to protect the victim of the incident.
On 05-05-2024 at approximately 9:29 AM, shortly after Ladieu’s release from jail, officers received a report that Ladieu had violated the stay away order of protection by intimidating the victim and making threats of bodily harm to the victim and the victim’s family. Officers were unable to locate Ladieu at that time.
On 05-05-2024, at approximately 6:30 PM, officers received a report of a physical domestic incident that had occurred an hour prior, in which Ladieu was the suspect. Officers were unable to locate Ladieu at that time.
On 05-06-2024, Ladieu was located on a traffic stop and taken into custody on the pending charges from the 05-05-2024 reports. Ladieu was charged with Criminal Contempt in the 2nd Degree, A Misd., Endangering the Welfare of a Child, A Misd., Unlawful Imprisonment 2nd, A Misd., Harassment 2nd, Violation. Ladieu was transported to Steuben County Jail for arraignment where he was released.
On 05/09/2024, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department took a report of several domestic incidents that had occurred over the course of approximately one week.
Following an investigation, it was determined that domestic incidents had taken place on 05/02/2024, 05/06/2024 and 05/09/2024. Investigation into each reported incident resulted in the arrest of Keith C. Frailey, age 45, of Bath, for the following charges:
- Assault in the second degree, a Class D Felony
- Unlawful Imprisonment in the second degree, a Class A Misdemeanor
- Burglary in the second degree, a Class C Felony - 2 counts
- Criminal Mischief in the fourth degree, a Class A Misdemeanor - 2 counts
- Stalking the in the fourth degree, a Class B Misdemeanor
Frailey was quickly located and taken into custody. Following processing, Frailey was transported to Steuben County Jail where he remains incarcerated without the opportunity for bail.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Roland M Duell on 04/27/2024 of Corning NY. Duell was pulled over for a minor traffic violation leaving Colonial Lawns. During the course of the traffic stop a large amount of narcotics was discovered along with over 19 grams of Methamphetamine. Duell was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd degree a class B felony, along with Criminal use of Drug Paraphernalia 2nd degree a class A misdemeanor. Duel was then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was released at CAP court. This was the third time Duell was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd degree in the last 6 months
On 04/21/2024, at approximately 1705 hours, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department were dispatched to the area of the Super 8 Hotel for a report of an adult male having attempted to lure a 14 year old female into his vehicle against her will.
Officers were able to quickly locate and identify the suspect. The suspect was identified as Joshua S. Beem, age 50, of New Castle, Indiana.
Beem was taken into custody and charged with Attempted Kidnapping in the second degree, a Class C Violent Felony, and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A Misdemeanor.
Beem was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail for arraignment where he remains held, with the opportunity for bail.
The Village of Bath Police Department urges parents to remind children to remain aware of their surroundings and educate children on the dangers of stranger interactions.
On 4/05/24, the Village of Bath Police Department arrested Grace C. Lanzetta, of Bath, NY. Lanzetta was known to have 2 indictment warrants for her arrest. Lanzetta was the suspect in an investigation conducted by Bath PD into the possession and sales of a controlled substance on West Steuben Street in the Village of Bath.
Lanzetta was charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a controlled substance in the 5th degree a class D Felony and two counts of Criminal Sale of a controlled substance in the 5th degree which are also class D Felonies. Lanzetta was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail for arraignment processing in Steuben County Court at a later date.
The Village of Bath Police Department would like to thank the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in this investigation.
On 4/12/24, the Village of Bath Police Department arrested Christopher W. Smith (9/9/91), of Bath, NY. Smith was known to have 2 indictment warrants for his arrest. Smith was the suspect in an investigation conducted by Bath PD into the possession and sales of a controlled substance on Chestnut Street in the Village of Bath.
Smith was charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree a class B Felony and two counts of Criminal Sale of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree which are also class B Felonies. Smith was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail for arraignment processing in Steuben County Court at a later date.
The Village of Bath Police Department would like to thank the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in this investigation.
On 3/29/24 around 4:20pm, Bath Police Officers were dispatched to Colonial Lawns for a disturbance. Officers were advised that the suspect had left the scene, however the suspect was located nearby by a Deputy with the Steuben County Sheriff Office. The defendant, Jason Arnold, 41, of Liberty St. in Bath allegedly walked into the residence of a former intimate partner where there is an active stay away order of protection and he started becoming violent and physical with the victim. He then left before Police could arrive to the residence.
Jason Arnold was taken into custody without issue and charged with Burglary 2nd, a Class C Felony, Criminal Contempt 1st, a class E Felony, and Aggravated Family Offense, a Class E Felony. He was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail for arraignment where he was held without bail.
On 3/15/24 at or around 3:30pm, Bath Police were dispatched to a housing facility on Geneva St. in the Village of Bath for a disturbance. Upon arrival, the victim was advising her former intimate partner would not leave her alone after being told multiple times to stop. He continued to knock on her door all throughout the day and threatened her. Officers arrived on scene and located the male, identified as William Balcer, age 42 standing outside of the victim’s apartment. Officers took him into custody without incident and he was charged with Stalking in the 4th degree, a class B Misdemeanor. He was then transported to the Steuben County Centralized Arraignment and released without bail at 5:30pm. The judge did issue a stay away order of protection that William signed.
Later in the evening at or around 11:25pm, Bath Police were dispatched back to the same address for a report of William standing outside of the victim’s door again. William was arrested this time for violating the stay away order of protection. He was charged with Criminal Contempt 2nd, a class A Misdemeanor. He was then processed and transported to the Steuben County Centralized Arraignment where he was arraigned on 3/16/24. He was then again released without bail.
William Balcer is scheduled back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 3/15/2024 at or around 1:10pm a Village of Bath Police Officer observed a gray Hyundai driving with one occupant inside. The Officer was able to identify the driver as a James Margeson who had an active warrant through the Steuben County Sheriff Office. The Officer initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle on McMaster St. in the Village of Bath. More Bath PD units arrived on scene.
Margeson was advised of his warrant and he started to roll his window up and lock the doors in his vehicle. He then attempted to take off however stalled the vehicle twice. Officers were then able to take Margeson into custody after he was physically and actively resisting arrest.
James Margeson was charged with Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd and Resisting Arrest, both class A misdemeanors. He was processed and issued appearance tickets with Bath Police Department. He was then transferred to the custody of the Steuben County Sheriff Office and transported to the county jail.
“Great arrest Bath PD!! Keeping the streets safe.”
On Sunday, March 10, 2024 at about 1402 hrs, James Fair-Oneil, age 35 of Elmira, was taken into custody and charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, Class D Felony’s and one count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, Class C Felony. This arrest is the result of a traffic stop and investigation by the Village of Bath Police Department that occurred on Chestnut Street in the Village of Bath.
James Fair-Oneil was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun and a switchblade. In addition to handgun and switchblade, Officers found drug paraphernalia in the vehicle.
James Fair-Oniel was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP Court.
The Village of Bath Police Department will be participating in the state wide STOP-DWI St. Patrick’s Day “High Visibility Engagement Campaign.” The state wide STOP-DWI St. Patrick’s Day “High Visibility Engagement Campaign” will start on March 15th, 2024 and will end on March 17th, 2024.
On 03/04/2024 at about 1357 hrs, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department located and arrested Jordan C. Jones, age 26, of Bath. Jones was arrested on a Superior Court Arrest Warrant for the charges of Arson in the second degree, a class B Felony, Criminal Mischief in the second degree, a class D Felony, and Reckless Endangerment in the first degree, a class D Felony.
The Superior Court Warrant is the result of an investigation regarding a structure fire that occurred at 3 East William Street in the Village of Bath on 06/09/2023.
The Village of Bath Police Department would like to thank the Village of Bath Fire Department and the Steuben County Sherriff’s Department for their assistance.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Brian P. Hennessy on 02/22/2024 of Spencer NY. Hennessy was taken into custody in reference to pending charges from a traffic stop that occurred 11/06/2023. During the traffic stop a white powder substance believed to be Fentanyl was discovered after K9 Bud was deployed yielding a positive alert. The substance was sent to the State Police Lab where it was analyzed and determined to be Fentanyl. Hennessy was placed into custody by the Village of Bath Police Department for Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd degree after he was being released from the county jail by Steuben County jail relating to separate charges involving controlled substances. Hennessy is currently being held at the Steuben County Jail.
On 01/13/2024, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department received a report of possible animal neglect that had occurred at 11 E William Street in the Village of Bath.
Subsequent to an extensive investigation, the following subjects were arrested and each were charged with 8 counts of Agriculture and Markets Law 353 – Overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; failure to provide proper sustenance, a class A misdemeanor.
• Joshua A. Fenstermacher, age 36, of Bath
• Ashley K. Odonnell, age 36, of Bath
• Eva-Rose J. Brush, age 24, of Bath
It is alleged that Fenstermacher, Odonnell and Brush failed to provide proper sustenance in the form of food, water and veterinary care, to 8 dogs in their care, resulting in several dogs becoming deathly ill, and resulting in the death of 1 of the 8 dogs.
Brush was further charged with one count of Agriculture and Markets Law 356 – Failure to provide proper food and drink to an impounded animal, an unclassified misdemeanor. It is alleged that Brush abandoned a cat in a condemned apartment without proper food or water.
Fenstermacher, Odonnell and Brush were transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment where they were arraigned and released on their own recognizance.
All animals remain in the care and custody of animal rescues while this case is handled in court.
The Village of Bath Police Department thanks Pawz and Purrz Animal Rescue for their assistance in this case.
On 02/04/2024, the Village of Bath Police Department investigated a complaint regarding an order of protection violation that had occurred on E William Street.
Officers located Elma A. Howard, 55, of Bath, and placed him into custody without incident. It is alleged that Mr. Howard violated a full stay away order of protection by initiating contact with the protected party.
Howard was charged with one count of Criminal Contempt in the first degree, a Class E Felony. Howard was transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment where he was released.
On 01/14/2024 at approximately 1725 hours, Officers with the Village of Bath Police Department investigated a complaint of a vehicle stolen from the Save A Lot parking lot on West Morris Street that occurred earlier in the day.
Shortly after the complaint was made, the investigation determined that the vehicle was currently located in a parking lot in Maryville, Pennsylvania. Members of the Marysville Borough Police Department responded to the location, where they recovered the stolen vehicle and took the suspect into custody without incident.
The suspect was identified as Charlene C. Kowalski, age 32, of Bath. Kowalski was charged in Pennsylvania and booked into the Cumberland County Prison, where she was later released.
On 01/24/2024, Village of Bath Police Department officers were alerted to the location of Kowalski. Officers responded to Casey Lane where they located Kowalski, who had an active arrest warrant for Grand Larceny in the third degree, a Class D Felony.
At the time of the warrant arrest, Kowalski was found to be in possession of a stolen vehicle out of Middlesex Township, Pennsylvania. Kowalski was subsequently charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the third degree, a Class D Felony.
Kowalski was arraigned in Bath Village Court and remanded to Steuben County Jail with the opportunity for bail.
On 1/18/2024 around 11:52am, Officers with the Bath Police Department were dispatched to the Super 8 motel for a 49 year old female found deceased in her room. Officers conducted the investigation and found the death to be ruled suspicious.
After interviewing multiple witnesses and after a thorough investigation, on 1/19/24 the Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Richard I. Seager, 49, of Bundy Ave. in the Village of Bath. Richard Seager is charged with Criminally Negligent Homicide, a class E Felony. Richard was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned and remanded to the Steuben County Jail with bail.
On 12/14/2023, members of the Village of Bath Police Department were dispatched to 46 West Steuben Street for a 911 hang up call of a male reporting shots fired and an officer down, requesting help right away. The male then disconnected the phone call with no further information provided.
This 911 call initiated an emergency response from multiple law enforcement agencies. Following an investigation, it was determined that the report was false and the incident did not occur.
Thomas L. Popps, age 34, of Bath, was located and arrested. Popps is charged with one count of Falsely Reporting an Incident in the 3rd Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor. Popps was released on an appearance ticket and is due in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 12/14/2023 around 8:00am, the Village of Bath Police Department executed a no-knock search warrant at 46 West Steuben Street, apartment 201. After the investigation, Bath Police recovered a quantity of methamphetamine. The search warrant was the result of numerous controlled purchases of crystal methamphetamine from the residence.
The Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Leonard Storms, age 54 and Grace Lanzetta, age 40, both of Bath. Both subjects were arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 4th, a class C Felony. Both were processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail for Centralized arraignment. More charges are pending in the future.
The Bath Police Department was assisted by a Criminal Investigator from the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office.
On 12/08/2023, the Village of Bath Police Department conducted a traffic stop on I-86 West bound in the Town of Bath. The operator of the vehicle, Sean L. Murray (04/21/1971), of Corning, NY, was known to have a warrant out of the Village of Bath Court and also had pending charges. Murray was advised to step out of the vehicle and was placed under arrest. In the vehicle, Officers located nearly one ounce of Methamphetamine and a quantity of suspected Heroin.
Sean L. Murray was subsequently arrested for Criminal Possession of a controlled substance in the 2nd degree a class A-II Felony. Murray was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail for Centralized Arraignment Processing.
Also located in the vehicle was Heather L. Cunningham (02/12/1993). Cunningham was detained and brought back to the Village of Bath Police Department. Cunningham was released with potential charges pending.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Joshua Hakes, 40 and Diane Dziaba, 44 both of Bath, NY on 10/24/2023. Bath Police patrol units discovered both subjects had full extradition warrants out of New Jersey for gun related charges. Both subjects were found and taken into custody from their residence and processed for Fugitive from Justice charges where they will be held to await extradition at the Steuben County Jail.
On 10/21/2023, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department, in conjunction with the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, investigated a series of criminal incidents that occurred throughout the night in the village and town of Bath.
It is alleged that Patrick J. Phillips, age 36, of Bath, kicked in the door of a home on E Washington Street at approximately 0200 hours on 10/21/2023, and fled the scene prior to entering the home.
It is alleged that following that incident, Phillips stole an unlocked vehicle that contained two firearms, and exited the village, where he engaged in criminal activity that was investigated by the SCSO.
Following the incidents in the town of Bath, it is alleged that Phillips re-entered the village in a different stolen vehicle, and led a Bath Police Officer on a brief vehicle pursuit, unknown at the time that the incidents were related. The pursuit was terminated due to safety and Phillips continued to flee out of the village.
At approximately 0800 hours on 10/21/2023, deputies and New York State Troopers located Phillips outside of the village and took him into custody without incident.
Phillips was booked into the Steuben County Jail where he was served the following charges applicable to the incidents that occurred in the village:
- Criminal Mischief in the 3rd Degree, Class D Felony
- Grand Larceny in the 3rd Degree, Class D Felony
- Grand Larceny in the 4th Degree, Class E Felony (2 counts)
- Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor vehicle in the 3rd Degree, Class A Misdemeanor
- Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the 3rd Degree
- Reckless driving (3 counts)
- Nine additional NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law tickets in relation to the pursuit
Phillips was arraigned in CAP court at the Steuben County Jail where he remains held without the opportunity for bail. Phillips is also facing several charges in the Town of Bath.
October 25th, Media Log
0800- Caller reporting a suspicious male in the area. Male was located and it was determined that he required medical attention. Male transported to hospital by EMS – Colonial Lawns
0825- Traffic stop- 1 UTT issued
0837- Foot patrol- Pulteney Park
0849- TERPO application
0852- Subject trespassing, subject removed without incident. – W Washington St
0855- Medical advisement
0941- Caller reporting a male acting strange in the store, found to be under the influence of methamphetamine. Mark Ives, age 63, of Bath, was arrested and issued an appearance ticket for Appearing in public under the influence of narcotics, a violation. – W Morris St
1021- Medical advisement
1053- Traffic stop- warning issued
1058- Disagreement over subject borrowing a trailer. Situation resolved. – Robie St
1134- Traffic stop- warning issued
1224- Served TERPO order – Howell St
1305- Paige Palmer, age 26, of Penn Yan, turning herself in on an active arrest warrant for Criminal Contempt in the 2nd degree. Palmer was arraigned in Bath Village Court and released.
1400- Subject yelling for help outside. Situation resolved. – Liberty St
1448- Caller reporting a car passed a school bus, unable to locate.
1448- Caller requesting a welfare check on two dogs. The dogs were observed to be in good health. – E Morris St
1500- Disorderly person outside courtroom. Subject transported to SCJ on securing order.
1625- Foot patrol- Lake Country Estates
1637- Caller reporting he misplaced his backpack. – W William St
1647- Serve TERPO order
1704- Foot patrol – Haverling St
1706- Death investigation. Investigation to continue. – W Morris St
1718- TOT NYSP, officers tied up
1815- Caller reporting possible trespass, unfounded. – E Steuben St
1833- Caller reporting that she attempted to confront a parent of a child regarding bullying at school. Caller was advised to speak with the school.
1945- Caller reporting a fight at the location, upon arrival, the subjects were calm and separated. – Haverling St
2121- Foot patrol- Liberty St
2156- Caller reporting a theft, investigation ongoing. – Howell St
2251- Subject found using the library’s electric. Subject advised to move along. – W Morris St
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Nichcole Harris, age 36, of Painted Post, NY on October 4th. A traffic stop was performed on Ms. Harris for having a suspended registration on her vehicle. During the investigation of the stop, it was determined that there was founded suspicion that criminal activity was a foot. K9 Bud was then deployed for a cursory sniff of the outside of the vehicle. During the cursory sniff, suspected Methamphetamine was discovered under the passenger door where the passenger had exited the vehicle. The driver was then found to be in possession of a large quantity of suspected Methamphetamine as well. The passenger identified as Corine Snyder was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th degree and released on an appearance ticket. Ms. Harris was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd degree and transported to the Village of Bath Police Department where she was processed and taken to the county jail by Steuben County Sheriff’s office.
The Village of Bath Police Department will be participating in the state wide STOP-DWI Halloween “High Visibility Engagement Campaign.” The state wide STOP-DWI Halloween“High Visibility Engagement Campaign” will start on October 27th, 2023 and will end on October 31st, 2023.
On 10/11/2023 at approximantly 0730 hrs, officers with the Bath Village Police Department were dispatched to 5 Lackawanna Street for the report of a suspicious female leaving that residence, acting suspicious and only wearing one shoe.
Upon arrival, officers spoke with the female. The female stated she got into an argument with a friend and she was kicked out of room 5 located at 5 Lackawanna Street. At this time officers went to room 5 to interview the other parties.
Dominic Trentini, age 55, answered the door. While opening the door an officer on scene observed another male run to the back of the residence, into a bathroom. That male was located and identified as Shannon Brockway, age 54. Dominic allowed officers into his residence, where a small ammount of methamphetamine was located in plain view. Dominic and Shannon were both placed in custody at this time.
A serach warrant was issued for the residence and subsequent to the search a large ammount of methamphetamine was located.
Dominic Trentini was charged with one count of Criminal Possession of a Controled Substance 7th degree and issued an appearance ticket for a later court date. Shannon Brockway was charged with one count of Criminal Possession of a Controled Substance 3rd degree. Shannon was tranposrted to the Steuben County Court where he was held. Shannon is currently on NYS Parole for the same crime that he was charged with.
On 09/27/2023 at approximately 0600 hrs, officers with the Bath Village Police Department were dispatched to 102 May Street for the report of a male standing outside of his residence, setting an article of clothing on fire while yelling at his neighbor across the street.
Upon arrival to 102 May Street, officers were advised by the 911 center that the male causing the disturbance was yelling threats about committing suicide by cop prior to going into his residence. Officers on scene were able to make contact with the male who was identified as Matthew Remchuk, age 40. Mr. Remchuck was taken to the hospital.
After further investigation into the incident, it was found that there is an active stay away order of protection between Matthew and the initial caller. Evidence was collected showing Matthew break that order of protection.
On 10/06/2023 at about 1000 hrs, Matthew was released from the hospital and arrested on one count of Criminal Contempt in the 1st degree, a class E Felony. Matthew was transported to Steuben County Jail where he was held.
On 10/09/2023 at approximately 0113 hours, officers with the Bath Village Police Department initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle, on E Steuben Street, for a Vehicle and Traffic Law violation.
During the course of the traffic stop, the passenger in the vehicle was found to be in possession of narcotics.
Tessa K. Walker, age 23, of Painted Post, was found to be in possession of a quantity of Crack Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Suboxone, Alprazolam pills, and suspected fentanyl.
Walker was arrest and charged with one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 4th Degree, a Class C Felony, one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 5th Degree, a Class D Felony, and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor.
Walker was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment. Additional charges are expected.
On 10/07/2023 at approximately 0359 hours, officers with the Bath Village Police Department were dispatched to a report of an underage drinking party occurring on Liberty Street. The complainant reported that there were juveniles at the underage drinking party that was being hosted by a 26 year old male.
Upon arrival at the residence, officers located three juveniles in the residence where the hosts intended to supply the juveniles with alcohol and marijuana.
Following an investigation, Jeffrey Parker, age 20, of Bath and Justin Clark, age 26, of Bath, were arrested and charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A Misdemeanor.
It was determined that Clark is currently a Level 3 Sex Offender on the NYS Sex Offender Registry.
Parker and Clark were transported to Steuben County Jail where they were arraigned and released.
On 09/08/2023 at about 6:50 PM, Officers responded to the area of Pine Street for the report of multiple people fighting. Upon arrival, Officers were able to locate two of the individuals involved while the third had left the scene prior to arrival. The two individuals on scene were identified as Dawn M. Jones and her juvenile son. The third individual was identified as Michael N. Lennon, who was found at his address on W William Street.
It was found that Dawn M. Jones and Michael N. Lennon were involved in a physical altercation. During this time Dawn M. Jones involved her juvenile son into the physical altercation with Michael N. Lennon.
Dawn M. Jones, age 47, and Michael N. Lennon, age 39, were both arrested and charged with one count each of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class A misdemeanor. Both were released on appearance tickets and are due in the Village of Bath Court on a later date.
At about 11:09 PM Officers responded back to the area of Pine Street for the report of Michael N. Lennon throwing rocks through Dawn M. Jones windows. During this time it was also reported that Michael N. Lennon threw a rock at a female juvenile, striking her in the back of the head and causing injury.
Michael N. Lennon was located on scene by Officers and placed into custody. Michael N. Lennon was charged with two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class A misdemeanor, one count of Assault in the second degree, a class D felony, and one count of Criminal Mischief in the third degree, a class E felony.
Michael N. Lennon was processed then transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP court. He was held.
On Sunday, August 20, 2023, at or about 3:40 A.M., BRETT O. COSTELLO, age 48 of Corning was taken into custody and charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, a Class C Felony and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a Class D Felony, following a traffic stop and investigation by the Bath Village Police Department on East Steuben Street in the Village of Bath.
BRETT COSTELLO was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun. In addition to the handgun, Officers located drug paraphernalia within the vehicle.
BRETT COSTELLO was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP Court.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Corine Ranee Snyder on 08/14/2023
who is homeless in Bath NY. Snyder was taken into custody in reference to an active arrest
warrant for Criminal Contempt in the 2nd degree, along with an active bench warrant for Animal
Cruelty. Due to failing to appear several times for court along with her bench warrant being over
30 days old, Ms. Snyder was also charged with Bail Jumping in the 3rd degree.
Snyder was placed into custody and transported to the Village of Bath Police Department where
she was processed and taken to the county jail by Steuben County Sheriff’s officer where she
was remanded with bail being set.
On 8/4/2023 around 9:55pm, the Village of Bath Police Department were dispatched to the Budget Inn motel on W. Morris St. for a disturbance between two males. Upon arrival, Officers spoke with the victim and a few witnesses and it was determined that a Fabian Rodriguez-Elliot, 26 of Bath attacked a male subject and tried to use a dangerous instrument with intent to cause injury to the victim.
At 10:45pm, NYSP and Bath Police Officers located Rodriguez-Elliot walking on W. Morris St. He was subsequently placed into custody without incident.
Rodriguez-Elliot was charged with menacing 2nd, class A misdemeanor, criminal obstruction of breathing, class A misdemeanor, and criminal possession of a weapon 3rd, a class D felony. Rodriguez-Elliot was processed and then taken to the Steuben County jail for arraignment where he was released without bail on 8/5/2023.
Rodriguez-Elliot is currently on Parole and is a level 3 sex offender. Parole after hours were contacted however he was still released.
July 22nd, 2023, Bath PD Media Log
0807- Caller calling in to report she cannot make community service. Community service notified. – Liberty St.
0940- Traffic enforcement- Geneva St.
0945- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – Geneva St.
1003- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – Geneva St.
1021- Traffic stop. UTT issued. –Geneva St.
1101- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – W. Morris St.
1103- Traffic stop. Warning issued. – W. Morris St.
1109- Traffic stop. Warning issued. – W. Morris St.
1125- Traffic stop. UTT issued. –W. Washington St.
1201- Traffic stop. UTT issued. Subject had an active warrant through the NYSP and she was turned over to them. – May St.
1304- Male requesting a peacekeeper while he gathered his belongings at his ex-girlfriend’s house. – E. Morris St.
1305- Caller reporting a female overdosing on the railroad tracks. Once on scene, the female had taken off. – W. Morris St.
1400- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – W. Morris St.
1453- Caller has questions setting up community service. He was advised. – Liberty St.
1508- Female reporting a male is harassing her via text messages. Inv. Pending. - Liberty St.
1617- Verbal dispute between two males. Issue resolved. – W. Morris St.
1642- Dog attacked another dog. DCO advised. – Robie St.
1842- Golf cart on fire. Fire was put out. – May St.
1911- Allen Horton walking down the street and has an active warrant through the Steuben County Sheriff Office. He was detained and turned over to a deputy. – W. Washington St.
2045- Caller looking for his benefits card. Was advised to contact main Officer on Monday. – W. Morris St.
2100- Adult male getting into a disturbance with juveniles and their mother. All parties advised to stay away from each other. – Pine St.
2119- Bicycle stop. Subject issued a UTT and a local law violation. – W. William St.
2145- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – W. Washington St.
2158- Caller reporting a road rage incident. Neither party on scene just wanted a report.- W. Morris St.
2234- Traffic stop. Warning issued. – W. Morris St.
2256- Mossy Bank Park closed
2353- Traffic stop. Warning issued. – Liberty St.
0020- Traffic stop. Warning issued. – E. Steuben St.
0037- Observed a female slumped over the steering wheel. She was just looking for something and was all set. – Wilson Av.
0233- Open door to old Dana Lyon School. School was cleared and no one was inside. – Liberty St.
0504- Foot patrol- Liberty St.
On 7/21/23 in the afternoon, the Village of Bath Police Department did a quality of life detail. During the detail, Bath Police Department issued 4 Local Law violations, 9 vehicle and traffic law violations and executed three warrants.
Joshua Cody, 34 of W. Steuben St. in Bath was arrested on a bench warrant for failure to appear for CPCS 7th through the Bath Village Court. He was also charged with Bail Jumping 3rd, class A misdemeanor. He was transported to the Steuben County Jail and bail was set.
Jeremy Palmer, 44, of Casey Ln. in Bath was arrested on an arrest warrant for Criminal Contempt 2nd. He was transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was subsequently released without bail.
Patrick Crowley, 64, of E. Steuben St. in Bath was arrested on a bench warrant through Bath Village Court. He was also charged with Bail Jumping 3rd, class A misdemeanor. He was transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned.
July 21st, 2023, Bath PD Media Log
0802- Male subject causing a disturbance and is in the roadway. Situation resolved and subject advised to leave the area.- Geneva St.
0841- Business complaining about a lot of property left behind the dumpster. Homeless male located and was advised to move his property. He did without issue. – W. Morris St.
0946- Caller complaining about subjects loitering in the hallway outside of his apartment. Officers advised him to call when the subjects are out there. – W. Washington St.
1034- Homeless male from earlier moved his property to a church. Church wanted him to remove it from there property. Property taken by Officers for safekeeping due to male not being on scene. – Liberty St.
1049- Male requesting a peacekeeper while he retrieves property. Officers stood by without issue. – E Washington St.
1147- Caller requesting Officers to advise her daughter to stop calling her names. Daughter was not located. –Howell St.
1202- Follow up from previous incident. – W. Steuben St.
1203- Walk in complaint. Subject found a wallet and turned it over to PD. – Liberty St.
1212- Caller requesting welfare check on a dog. Believes a child is harming it. Officers located dog and it was not harmed and the child’s mother was advised. – E. William St.
1213- Subject giving the Codes Enforcement issues. Subject was escorted out of the building. – Liberty St.
1213- Motor Vehicle Accident. Accident report completed. – W. Washington St.
1217- Check the welfare of a male lying on the sidewalk. He advised his back hurt but would move along. – W. Washington St.
1319- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – Haverling St.
1450- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – W. Morris St.
1456- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – W. Washington St.
1451- Bicycle stop. Appearance ticket issued for local law ordinance. – W. Steuben St.
1456- Bicycle stop. Appearance ticket issued for local law ordinance. – W. Steuben St.
1505- Bike patrol out with a wanted subject. Subject, Joshua Cody was arrested on his warrant and also charged with Bail Jumping 3rd. He was processed and transported to SCJ where bail was set. – Buell St.
1509- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – W. Washington St.
1624- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – May St.
1702- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – Hubbell St.
1716- Subjects located a Jeremy Palmer who had an active warrant for Criminal Contempt 2nd. He was processed and then released at Centralized arraignment. – E. Washington St.
1721- Field interview. Subject advised of local laws. – Howell St.
1735- Bicycle stop. Appearance ticket issued for local law ordinance.- Liberty St.
1736- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – Robie St.
1754- Traffic stop. Driver issued a UTT and passenger, Kathleen Lott arrested for criminal use of drug paraphernalia. She was processed and released on an appearance ticket. K9 Bud was utilized during incident. – Elm St.
1822- Caller reporting male is overdosing on pills. It was determined he did not take any pills. – May St.
1903- Traffic stop. UTT issued. – W. Morris St.
1946- Skateboard stop. Appearance ticket issued for local law ordinance.- Liberty St.
2116- Subject calling in a suspicious complaint. Caller, Patrick Crowley had an active bench warrant. Crowley was also charged with Bail Jumping 3rd. He was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail. – E. Steuben St.
2206- Juvenile acting out. Caller called back and advised they did not need Police. – Vargason Pl.
2207- Closed Mossy Bank Park.
2211- Erratic driver. Vehicle was not located. – W. Washington St.
2337- Suspicious vehicle at the skate park. Subjects advised the park is closed and they left without issue. – E. Morris St.
2349- Traffic Stop. Warning issued. – W. Morris St.
0221- Foot Patrol- Liberty St.
0222- Bicycle stop. – Warning issued. – W. Steuben St.
0231- Bicycle stop. – Warning issued. – Geneva St.
0252- Traffic stop. Warning issued. – Geneva St.
0256- Suspicious vehicle. Vehicle was a Lyft driver dropping off a customer. – E. Pulteney Sq.
On 07/14/2023 at 4:19 PM, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department were dispatched to McMaster Street for a female reporting that she had just been stabbed.
This report initiated an emergency response from officers as well as Bath Ambulance.
Upon arrival, a female was located at the corner of McMaster St. and E Steuben St. The female was not stabbed and was not injured whatsoever. In attempting to investigate the report, the female refused to identify herself and attempted to walk away from the scene several times.
When officers attempted to detain the female to identify her and prevent her from leaving the scene, the female physically resisted. She was detained following a brief struggle, during which, an officer sustained an injury to the left elbow.
The female was identified as Holly L. Bailey, age 36, of Campbell. Bailey was suspected to be under the influence of narcotics. Bailey was arrested and charged with NYS PL 240.50(2)- Falsely Reporting an Incident in the third degree, a Class A misdemeanor, NYS PL 195.05- Obstructing Governmental Administration in the second degree, a Class A misdemeanor, and NYS PL 120.05(3)- Assault in the second degree, a Class D felony. The assault charge stems from the injury sustained by the officer.
Holly was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment where she was released.
July 14th, Bath PD Media Log
0627- Caller reporting a male lingering behind the building for hours. Male advised to move along. – W Morris St
0645- Warrant request entered
0927- Foot patrol- E William St
1001- Caller reporting someone dumping things in their dumpster – Buell St
1008- Check the welfare of female heard threatening to harm herself. Steuben County mental health crisis responded to the scene and provided the subject with resources. – W William St
1128- Foot patrol- Liberty St
1131- Animal complaint- dogs left in truck. Owners located, dogs were okay – Pulteney Sq
1139- Caller reporting that he is the victim of fraud by being told that he had a warrant out for his arrest and needed to buy gift cards. This is a scam.
1151- Traffic stop- warning issued
1154- Trespass in progress. Two subjects advised to leave. – Water St
1204- Verbal domestic. DIR issued, parties separated.
1414- Medical advisement – Casey Ln
1432- Follow up in regards to ongoing investigation – Wilson Ave
1434- Traffic stop – 1 UTT issued
1504- Subject leaving unwanted paperwork at a business. – W Morris St
1600- Domestic in progress involving a juvenile. All parties advised of their rights. DIR issued, parties separated – Wood St
1604- Medical advisement – W Morris St
1619- Subject called 911 to report that she was stabbed. Upon arrival, officers observed that the subject did not have any injuries whatsoever. Subject arrested for Falsely Reporting an Incident in the third degree, Assault 2nd, and Obstructing Governmental Administration in the second degree. Press release to follow. – McMaster St
1631- BOLO advised for erratic operator – Geneva St
1651- Caller reporting a harassment complaint. Caller was advised that what he is describing does not constitute harassment. – Geneva St
1706- Caller has questions about property
1751- Caller has questions about how someone can get an order of protection
1842- Harassment complaint. Caller was advised for the second time that it is not harassment. – Geneva St
1913- Caller stating that a tractor trailers brakes were on fire. Officers responded with Bath Fire. No Fire. – I 86 Eastbound
2048- Traffic Stop – 1 UTT issued
2051- Traffic Stop- warning issued
2104- Traffic Stop- 1 UTT issued
2108- Traffic Stop- 2 UTT’s issued
2124- Property observed left in the church’s back parking lot. Owner advised that he cannot leave his stuff there. – Liberty St
2226- Check the welfare of a female, she was all set. – E Washington St
2248- Traffic Stop- 1 UTT issued
2258- Patrol and close Mossy Bank Park
2317- Traffic Stop- warning issued
2335- Caller requesting a check the welfare on her friend who just told her that she felt like she was going to have a seizure. Subject advised she was all set. – Liberty St
2341- Caller needs assistance turning his power back on. Power restored. – Howell St
0008- Noise complaint. Subjects advised to keep the noise down – Buell St
0049- Medical alarm activation. Officers located subject in need of assistance, transported by Bath Ambulance – Geneva St
0126- Noise disturbance between two subjects. Both parties advised that there was no issue and left the area. – W Steuben St
0523- Foot patrol of Liberty St
In the last two weeks, the Village of Bath Police Department has arrested the following people on pending charges of Criminal Contempt in the second degree. These charges stem from their failure to complete court ordered community service as ordered by Bath Village Court. Each subject was issued an appearance ticket returnable to Bath Village Court at a later date.
- Corine Snyder, age 26, homeless, Bath
- Brian Robbins, age 36, Roosevelt Ave, Bath
- Jeffrey Parker, age 20, homeless, Bath
- Tonya Bennett, age 39, homeless, Bath
- Kimberly Tong, age 50, homeless, Bath
- Brett Simons, age 33, Pine St, Bath
- Michael Mccanna, age 36, homeless, Bath
- Kimberly Jerrells, age 45, Purdy St, Bath
- Abdul Franklin, age 33, E William St, Bath
- James Hillegus, age 25, Colonial Lawns, Bath
- Kurtiss Farrell, age 32, Homeless, Bath
- Zachariah Cole, age 31, Colonial Lawns, Bath
There are several subjects with pending charges in relation to failing to complete court ordered community service. Warrants of arrest will be requested.
The Village of Bath Police Department will be participating in the state wide STOP-DWI July 4th “High Visibility Engagement Campaign.” The state wide STOP-DWI July 4th “High Visibility Engagement Campaign” will start on July 1st, 2023 and will end on July 5th, 2023.
On 05/16/2023, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department responded to 18 W Steuben Street with the Bath Dog Control Officer in regards to a report of a deathly ill puppy.
Officers located an extremely ill, approximately 5 month old puppy, inside the residence and in the care of Kathleen Hill, age 57, and Dale Scofield, age 45. The puppy was reported to have been severely sick for several days while no medical attention was sought for the puppy.
The puppy was turned over to Dog Control and ultimately had to be humanely euthanized at Cornell University Hospital for Animals due to his condition.
On 06/27/2023, officers responded to the residence and arrested both Hill and Scofield on an active warrant of arrest for Agriculture and Markets Law 353. It is alleged that Hill and Scofield failed to provide proper sustenance, in the form of veterinary care, to the puppy, while knowing that he was deathly ill, resulting in his euthanasia.
Pursuant to court orders issued by Bath Village Court, officers seized two dogs from the residence that were in the care of Hill and Scofield. The dogs were turned over to Dog Control.
Hill and Scofield were transported to Steuben County Jail to await CAP arraignment where they were released. The ill puppy is not pictured here due to his condition.
On 6/22/23 around 9:21am, Bath Police Department was dispatched to Quicklees gas station on West Morris St. in the Village of Bath for a road rage incident. Upon arrival, Officers spoke with the caller who advised a male subject on a white motorcycle intentionally struck his driver side mirror causing damage exceeding $250.00. The male on the motorcycle had left the scene prior to Police arrival.
On 6/25/23 Officers with the Bath Police Department observed the motorcycle in question operating on West Washington St. in the Village of Bath. After further investigation the suspect was identified as Cordell Galvin, 21, of West Morris St. Galvin was taken into custody and arrested for Criminal Mischief 3rd, a class E Felony and was also issued a traffic citation. Galvin was processed and released on appearance ticket. He is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 06/25/2023, the Bath Village Police Department arrested Cordell S. Galvan on one count of Criminal Mischief in the third degree, a Class E Felony, stemming from a road rage incident that occurred on 06/22/2023.
It is alleged that Mr. Galvan operated his motorcycle on West Morris Street, and while doing so, drove up in close proximity to a pickup truck and intentionally struck the driver’s side mirror of the truck. This caused damage to the mirror in excess of $250.
Galvan was processed and issued an appearance ticket to return to Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 6/20/2023 around 5:15pm, Bath Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Liberty St. and Colonial Lawns in the Village of Bath for a report of a male who just got into a disturbance with another male at an address on Liberty St. The caller advised that this male was now walking towards the Colonial Lawns and was stripping down and appeared to be on some type of drug.
Officers arrived on scene and observed the male in question behind an apartment on Colonial Lawns. Officers approached the male and noticed him to be under the influence of narcotics other than alcohol. The male, Tony A. Cole, 30, of Bath admitted that he was trying to engage in a physical altercation with a subject on Liberty St. Tony Cole was arrested for disorderly conduct and appearing under the influence of narcotics other than alcohol, both violations. During the investigation Cole had a backpack on him. He gave Officers consent to search his bag. During the search, Officers discovered a large quantity of suboxone strips without a prescription and empty glassine baggies used for drug packaging. Cole was also charged with Criminal use of drug paraphernalia 2nd, a class A misdemeanor and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony.
Tony Cole was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail where CAP court was still in session. Cole was released without bail at court. Tony Cole is currently on NYS Parole for selling narcotics. NYS Parole has been notified of Cole’s arrest.
On 6/6/2023 around 10:15pm, Bath Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Howell St. near W. Steuben St. to check the welfare of a female walking down the street. Officers made contact with the female in question walking on W. Steuben St. and identified her as Sheena Blanchard, 31, of Chestnut St. in the Village of Bath. Blanchard appeared to be under the influence of methamphetamine and admitted to using methamphetamine earlier in the day. During the investigation, Blanchard gave Officers consent to search her property. She was found to be in possession of a small quantity of methamphetamine and suboxone.
Blanchard was arrested for appearing under the influence of narcotics other than alcohol in public, a violation and two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance 7th, class A misdemeanors. Blanchard was released on appearance tickets and is due back in court at a later date
On 06/14/2023, the Village of Bath Police Department located and arrested Richard T. Stevens, 41 and Amanda L. George, 38 residing in the Town of Hornell on Hinkley Hill Rd.
Stevens was arrested on a Superior Court Indictment warrant for 8 counts of Promoting obscene sexual performance of a child less than 17, a class D felony, Endangering the welfare of a child, a class A misdemeanor and 2 counts of Tampering with physical evidence, a class E felony. Stevens is currently listed on the New York State sex offender registry.
George was arrested on a Superior Court Indictment warrant for 1 count of Tampering with physical evidence, a Class E felony.
These arrests stems from an investigation by the City of Hornell Police Department and Village of Bath Police department into and alleged incident with Stevens and a juvenile.
Both parties were transported back to the Village of Bath Police Department for processing and transported to Steuben County Court. Stevens and George were arraigned and released back into the public in a matter of minutes.
On 05/06/2023, an officer with the Village of Bath Police Department observed two subjects walking a dog on West Morris Street that appeared to be malnourished. The officer observed the dog’s ribs, spine and hip bones to be visibly protruding the skin and initiated an investigation into suspected animal neglect.
The dog was taken to a veterinarian for evaluation. Following the evaluation, the dog, an approximately one year old, mixed breed male, was determined to have a body condition score of 2.5-3 out of 9 on the Purina scale and was determined to be emaciated due to malnutrition.
On 05/16/2023, officers arrested Tyra A. Green, 24, and Matthew J. Machuga, 24, both of West Washington St., Bath, on an active arrest warrant for NYS Agriculture and Markets Law Article 26 s353, a Class A Misdemeanor. It is alleged that both Green and Machuga failed to provide proper sustenance to the dog by failing to provide proper food and/or veterinary care.
The dog was seized from the residence pursuant to a seizure order issued by Bath Village Court and the dog was turned over to authorities to receive proper care.
We extend our thanks and gratitude to the Finger Lakes SPCA, Bath Dog Control and Steuben Veterinary Clinic for their assistance in making this investigation a success.
On Friday, May 12th, 2023, the Bath Police Department had a crackdown event that centered on quality-of-life issues for patrons and residents alike in primarily the downtown business district. Eight additional officers and the Chief of Police participated in this event and the following numbers are the result of this new initiative. Six tickets were issued for riding bicycles on the sidewalks in the business district (2 warnings were issued to juveniles), one open container of alcohol in public ticket was issued, 19 traffic tickets were issued, and one unreasonable noise on public street ticket was issued to a subject screaming on the street. The following arrests were made.
Jonathan Kulyeshie was arrested for Harassment 2nd degree when bike patrol officers could hear a loud domestic dispute occurring in an apartment on Liberty St. He was taken to CAP court for an order of protection.
Dale Comstock was arrested on an assault warrant out of State Police Amity and found to be in possession of crystal methamphetamine and charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree. The State Police picked him up and took him for arraignment in Allegany County.
Lee Baxter was arrested following a report that he assaulted a staff member of Tops Markets and broke his glasses. Mr. Baxter, whom is on probation, kicked an officer in the chest while being placed in the patrol vehicle. Mr. Baxter was charged with Attempted Assault 2nd, Criminal Mischief 4th, and Harassment 2nd. He was taken to CAP court where he was arraigned, and an order of protection issued.
James Heft was arrested on a vehicle stop on a warrant for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree. K9 Bud made an alert on the motor vehicle, and he was subsequently arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree and was found to be in possession of a dagger and charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a class D felony. Mr. Heft was taken to CAP court for arraignment.
James Elward was arrested when bike patrols found him to be disorderly on Liberty Street and when arrested, the 5-time convicted felon was found to be in possession of a switch blade knife and arrested for Criminal Possession of a Weapon Third Degree, a class D felony. Mr. Elwardwas taken to CAP court for arraignment.
James Robinson was found on a vehicle stop and was wanted for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender out of the Village of Waterloo. He was taken into custody and taken to Watkins Glen where he was turned over to that agency.
Valerie Trubic was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated after a vehicle stop and processed and released.
On a motor vehicle stop K9 bud was utilized due to reasonable suspicion that criminal activity was afoot, and he indicated narcotics were in the motor vehicle. A search of the motor vehicle found felony level suspected narcotics and they were sent away to the lab for analysis. Future charges are expected.
On 5/4/23 around 3:48pm, the Bath Police Department was dispatched to a residence on W. Steuben St. for a violation of an order protection. Upon arrival, Officers were advised the suspect is inside of the house. Officers made entry into the house with the homeowners consent and found the suspect in the back room. Officers placed him into custody. While in custody, the suspect, a Joshua L. Jackson,29 of Bath, started to physically resist with Officers.
Joshua L. Jackson was arrested for Criminal Contempt 1st, a class E Felony and resisting arrest, a class A Misdemeanor. Bath Police Officers were assisted by the Steuben County Sheriff Office and the New York State Police. Joshua Jackson was transported to the Steuben County Jail for arraignment where he was remanded.
Joshua Jackson was arrested for Criminal Contempt 1st on 5/1/23 and was bailed out of jail prior to this incident.
On 04/27/2023 at approximately 5:45pm, officers responded to the area of Pulteney Square Park for a
report of a female subject that had just exposed her private areas in the presence of children and adults.
After investigation, Stephanie L. Force, age 35, of Bath, was identified, located and taken into custody.
Miss Force was charged with one count of Public Lewdness, a Class B Misdemeanor, and one count of
Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A Misdemeanor.
Miss Force was transported to Steuben County Jail to await CAP arraignment where she was released.
On 04/20/2023, at approximately 7 PM, officers with the Village of Bath Police Department
responded to 3 E William St. apt 304, to conduct an investigation. While doing so, officers
encountered Derrick A. Mack-Vasquez, age 29, hid between the toilet and a wall, and determined
him to be inside the residence in the presence of the protected party of an active stay away order of
protection.
Mack- Vasquez was advised that he was under arrest and proceeded to resist officers' lawful orders as
they attempted to take him into custody, causing officers to have to physically assist him out of his
hiding space.
While in custody, Mack-Vasquez suffered a medical event and was immediately released from
custody and turned over to medical agencies for medical care.
On 04/20/2023 at approximately 9:45 PM, officers were notified that Mack-Vasquez had just fled Ira
Davenport Emergency Room on foot, prior to being discharged, in an attempt to evade capture on his
pending felony charges. Mack-Vasquez was located a short time later, underneath brush in the woods,
attempting to hide from law enforcement, and was taken into custody with assistance from NYSP
and SCSO.
Mack-Vasquez was provided medical treatment and was then processed on one count of Criminal
Contempt in the first degree, a Class E felony, and one count of Resisting Arrest, a Class A
misdemeanor. Mack-Vasquez was transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
Mack-Vasquez has been arrested 8 times since July 2022 by Bath PD, including occasions of escaping
arrest and assaulting a police officer.
On 04/15/2023, at approximately 11pm, the Village of Bath Police Department responded to the area of 3
E William St for a report of a male subject out front repeatedly sparking a taser in the presence of others.
After investigation, Christian J. Tobias, age 30, of Bath, was found to be in possession of an electronic
stun gun. Subsequent to the weapons arrest, Tobias was additionally found to be in possession of a
significant amount of suspected methamphetamine as well as a significant amount of packaging material.
Tobias was charged with one count of Criminal Possession of a weapon in the third degree, a class D
felony, one count of Criminal Possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, a class B felony,
and one count of Criminally using drug paraphernalia in the second degree.
Tobias was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment where he was
remanded without the possibility for bail.
On 04/07/2023 at approximately 7:45pm, the Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to a
report of a property damage motor vehicle accident in the Tops parking lot, located at 309 W Morris St. in
the Village of Bath.
Following an investigation, the operator of the vehicle at fault, Terri L. Lutz, age 60, of Bloomfield, New
York, was determined to be driving while intoxicated.
Miss Lutz was taken into custody and subsequently charged with one count of NYS VTL 1192(3)-
Driving While Intoxicated, one count of NYS VTL 512 - Operation while registration is suspended, one
count of NYS VTL 1211A- Unsafe backing of vehicle, one count of NYS VTL 306b- Operation without
inspection certificate.
Miss Lutz was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail to await arraignment due to her refusal to
submit to a chemical test.
On 04/11/2023, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Arianna L. Turner, age 25, of
Bath, for one count of Criminal Mischief in the third degree, a class E Felony, and one count of Menacing
in the second degree, a class A Misdemeanor.
This arrest stems from an investigation into a domestic violence incident that occurred on 04/08/2023 in
the early morning hours. Turned was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail to await CAP
arraignment.
On 4/13/2023, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Kaleb E. Heidrick, age 33 for one count of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, a class D Felony, Tampering with Physical Evidence, a class E Felony and Criminal Mischief in the second degree, a class D Felony. This is in relation to the theft and destruction of the truck pictured on Facebook. While being questioned by the Bath Police Department, Mr. Heidrick consumed narcotics that were hidden on or in his body and overdosed. Mr. Heidrick had to be taken to Ira Davenport for treatment and released.
The Village of Bath Police Department would like to extend their gratitude to the Village residents in their efforts to solve these crimes. The Police Department received multiple tips and videos that helped with the multiple thefts happening the last few nights.
Mr. Heidrick has many felony charges pending and is free without bail. Some of these felonies are for car thefts, burglaries and larcenies.
Heidrick was arrested and escorted to the Village of Bath Police Department for processing. After processing, Heidrick was transported to Steuben County Jail without issue. Many more charges are anticipated on Mr. Heidrick through continued future investigation.
It is of the hope of the Bath Police Department that Mr. Heidrick is held this evening on bail at his Centralized Court arraignment.
The Village of Bath Police Department would also like to use this press release as a friendly reminder to lock up your belongings. Home surveillance cameras can deter/ help some crime.
Update to the fatal SUV vs. motorcycle accident on Geneva Street. The investigation has been completed at this time and one traffic citation has been issued. The operator, Julia Dyke, age 67, of Prattsburgh, NY was issued one ticket for following too closely. The Village of Bath Police Department would like to thank Bath Fire, Bath Ambulance, Steuben County Sheriff’s office and the Steuben County District Attorney’s office for their assistance.
The Village of Bath Police Department has received a preliminary autopsy report on the death of the 6-month-old child on March 3rd on E. William St. in the Village of Bath. The death appears to be accidental after the investigation and autopsy. Child Protective Services was contacted and referred to the incident. No charges will be pursued at this time.
The Village of Bath Police Department will be participating in the statewide STOP-DWI St. Patrick’s Day High Visibility Engagement Campaign. The campaign will start on March 16th, 2023 and will end on March 19th, 2023.
The Village of Bath Police Department is investigating the death of a 6-month-old child that occurred this morning at approx. 7 am on E. William St. in the Village. The child has been taken to Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton for an autopsy at this time. When more information is available it will be released in a press release sometime next week.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Michael Trenchard on 02/26/2023 who is a state employee of the New York Department of Corrections. Trenchard was taken into custody regarding a disturbance that happened at a bar on West Steuben St. in the Village of Bath, which resulted in damages to a vehicle. It is alleged that Trenchard jumped on a patron’s vehicle and began punching the windshield resulting in the windshield being broken. Trenchard then fled the scene and was found hiding in bushes of a neighboring home. After being taken into custody Trenchard then resisted getting placed into a patrol car to be transported to Steuben county jail. During this altercation the patrol car did receive damages as well. Trenchard was taken to the Steuben County Jail for centralized arraignment court.
Mr. Trenchard was charged with Obstructing Governmental Administration and Criminal Mischief Fourth the day of the incident. Mr. Trenchard will be charged with felony Criminal Mischief to the Bath Police vehicle for causing damage in excess of $3,000 at his next court appearance. An order of protection for the victim was issued.
On 02/14/2023 at approximately 04:39 AM, the Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to 17
Liberty Street for a report of a criminal mischief in progress in which the victim reported that a male
subject had just kicked in the door to his apartment and fled the scene.
After investigation into this incident, Kenneth Mikko, age 35, of Bath, was located and taken into custody
on one count of Criminal Mischief in the fourth degree, a Class A Misdemeanor.
At this same time, Mikko was also taken into custody on the outstanding charge of Criminal Contempt in
the second degree, a Class A Misdemeanor. On 02/12/2023, it is alleged that Mikko violated a full stay
away order of protection by initiating third party contact with the protected party.
Mikko was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail to await arraignment.
Mikko is a two time convicted felon, one of which being a violent felony. At the time of these incidents,
Mikko was on pretrial release and has approximately 12 pending felony charges as well as several
pending misdemeanor charges from several separate cases.
The Village of Bath Police Department thanks the New York State Police and Steuben County Sheriff’s
Office for assisting at the scene.
On 12/18/2022 at 2:09 PM, the Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to a robbery in
progress on West Morris Street. Upon arrival, the responding officer located a distraught female
victim who advised that two suspects, who were not known to the victim, had fled the scene
prior to police arrival.
Following the investigation into this incident, on 02/17/2023, the Village of Bath Police
Department arrested Michael George, age 53, and Sherri Dixon, age 34, both of Bath, on
Superior Court Warrants of Arrest charging both George and Dixon with one count of Robbery
in the second degree, a Class C Felony, and one count of Petit Larceny, a Class A Misdemeanor.
George and Dixon are alleged to have forcefully stolen property from the victim’s person.
George and Dixon were processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail to await
arraignment in Steuben County Court.
The Village of Bath Police Department responded to a fatal SUV vs. motorcycle accident on Geneva Street near the intersection of Shannon St. at around 2:20 pm. Upon arrival, first responders found one male pinned under the vehicle, who was identified as Gary Strait, age 59, of Bath, NY. Bath Police, Bath Ambulance and Bath Fire were able to remove Mr. Strait from under the vehicle. A pulse was found on Mr. Strait and Bath Ambulance transported the male to Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in critical condition.
Life saving measures were attempted at Ira Davenport for a significant amount of time to no avail. At around 4pm, Strait was pronounced deceased. The Village of Bath Police Department would like to thank the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance as well as their reconstruction team. Also, a thanks to AMR, Bath Fire, Bath Ambulance and a local bystander who supplied emergency personnel with critical equipment assisting with the removal of Strait.
The investigation into the reason for the accident is still under investigation, but it appears that distracted driving is a factor at this time.
On January 14t\ 2023, at or about 1249AM, a patrolman with the Village of Bath Police Department observed a vehicle parked in the southbound traveling lane on Pine St for an extended amount of time with its engine running and lights on. The officer conducted a welfare check of the operator of the vehicle who was identified as Rachel J. Wood, age 45, of 106 W William St. During this encounter, it was observed that Rachel appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. Rachel was administered Standard Field Sobriety Test's which yielded several clues that confirmed the officer's suspicion. Rachel was subsequently placed under arrest.
Rachel was charged with Driving While Intoxicated and Driving with a BAC .08% or higher, along with other VTL violations. Rachel was processed and issued an appearance ticket to appear in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 1/10/23, the Village of Bath Police Department responded to a male overdosing at a residence on E. Steuben St. in the Village. Upon arrival the male was found to be deceased. The Coroner arrived on scene and the body was transported to Binghamton, NY for an autopsy and toxicology. The Bath Police Investigator and road patrol interviewed a male on scene and conducted an investigation. The male, identified as Usbaldo Rodriguez, age 63, from NYC, was taken into custody for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, a class B felony and Reckless Endangerment in the First Degree, a class D felony. Mr. Rodriguez, a 4 time convicted felon, to include Manslaughter in the First Degree, was taken to the Steuben County CAP Court to await arraignment. More charges are expected after the investigation is finalized and reviewed by the District Attorney.
A big thank you to the Bath Ambulance Corps for their assistance in trying to revive the victim.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Keith C. Graves, age 63, of 33 Buell St., in the Village of Bath, for 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree and 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, all class B felonies. The arrest stemmed from 2 superior court warrants of arrest alleging the sale of Fentanyl, a narcotic drug, in the Village of Bath in the Summer of 2022. Once taken into custody, Mr. Graves was found to be in possession of 2 different types of controlled substances and arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree, a class A misdemeanor.
A no knock search warrant was applied for and signed after an investigation into where Mr. Graves stored his narcotics. Inside Mr. Graves empty residence at 33 Buell St., a small amount of narcotics was found with a loaded handgun. Mr. Graves is a 5-time convicted felon to include Robbery and is on New York State Parole for narcotics sales in the Village of Bath. Mr. Graves was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, a class C violent felony. Mr. Graves was processed on all these felonies and taken to the Steuben County CAP court where he will be arraigned at a later time. It is unknown if NYS Parole will issue a parole warrant.
An investigator from the Corning Police Department and Steuben County Sheriff’s Office assisted with the search warrant execution and search.
On January 5th, 2023, the Village of Bath Police Department in conjunction with an Investigator from the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, executed a narcotics search warrant at 3 E. William St., Apt. 201, in the Village of Bath. Matthew Bailey, age 31 and Amber Hollar, age 35, were arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree, a class A-2 felony for possessing in excess of 2 ounces of crystal methamphetamine. A large amount of cash, packaging materials and other narcotics were seized as well to include suspected crack cocaine and fentanyl. The narcotics will be analyzed and more charges are expected in the near future. A handgun was also collected from the scene and more charges are pending grand jury presentation. Ms. Hollar is a 4 time convicted felon and Mr. Bailey has multiple other felony charges pending. Mr. Bailey and Ms. Hollar were processed and taken to Steuben County CAP court to be arraigned later.
On 12/28/2022 at around 1408hrs the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Vincent T. Mart1lotti, age 40, Homeless of the Village of Bath.
A Village of Bath Police Officer was on patrol on West Washington Street and observed a Vincent T. Martilotti walking who had an active arrest warrant out of the Steuben County Sheriffs Office. Said Bath Police Officer took Vincent T. Martilotti into custody on the active arrest warrant that was issued out of the Steuben County Sheriffs Office. Subject to arrest Bath PD Officers with the assistance of a Steuben County Sheriffs Deputy located a quantity of Methamphetamine on Vincent T. Martilotti person. Vincent T. Martilotti was subsequently charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Third Degree- a class B Felony.
Vincent T. Martilotti was processed on his new charges from the Village of Bath Police Department and was transported to Steuben County Jail by the SCSO for arraignment.
On 12/19/2022 the Village of Bath Police Department located and arrested Anthony R. Swimley, 38, Homeless in the Village of Bath, on a Violation of Parole Warrant.
While on patrol a Village of Bath Police Officer observed Anthony R. Swimley riding a bike on Howell Street who had an active Violation of Parole Warrant. Said Police Officer ordered Anthony R. Swimley to stop and Anthony R. Swimley then attempted to escape on his bike. Village of Bath Police Officers caught and took Anthony R. Swimley into custody. Subject to arrest Anthony R. Swimley was found to be in possession of a quantity of Methamphetamine. Anthony R. Swimley was subsequently charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, a class D Felony, as well as Obstructing Governmental Administration in the Second Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor.
Anthony R. Swimley was processed on his new charges from the Village of Bath Police Department and was transported to the Steuben County Jail for arraignment.
On 12/15/2022, around 10:45pm, The Village of Bath Police Department observed a Ryan R. Twist, age 39, of Bath walking with the protected party in a full stay away order of protection. Twist was walking with the protected party on Liberty Street in the Village of Bath.
Twist was placed under arrest for Criminal Contempt 2nd, Class A misdemeanor. This is Ryan Twist’s fourth arrest since November 28, 2022. All the arrests stemmed from a violent domestic dispute between him and the protected party in the Order of Protection.
Twist was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he is due to be arraigned at a later time.
On 12/14/22, the Village of Bath Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the Super 8 parking lot. While interviewing the operator officers observed what appeared to be narcotics on the vehicle floorboard. The operator was advised to step out of the vehicle and was detained for further investigation. Inside the vehicle, Officers located approximately 3 ounces of Methamphetamine.
The operator, Richard C. Gildersleeve, age 32, of Elmira, NY was subsequently arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 2nd degree, a class A-II Felony. Gildersleeve was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail for Centralized Arraignment Processing. This proactive policing and great interdiction stop will take over $6,000 worth of illegal narcotics off the Village of Bath Streets. A true testament to the Highway drug interdiction training both officers recently received.
On 11/28/2022, the Village of Bath Police Department located and arrested Ryan R. Twist, 39, of
Bath, on two counts of Criminal Mischief in the fourth degree, one count of Criminal
Obstruction of Breathing, and one count of Unlawful Imprisonment in the second degree, all
Class A misdemeanors.
The arrest stems from a violent domestic incident reported on 11/25/2022. Twist was processed
and transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP court where a full stay away order of protection
was issued and he was released on his own recognizance.
That same night, 11/29/2022, around midnight, it was reported that Twist was at the protected
party’s residence in violation of the order of protection. After a struggle, Twist was taken into
custody. Bath Police assisted on scene by the New York State Police and the Steuben County
Sheriff’s Office. Twist was charged with three counts of Criminal Contempt in the second
degree, a Class A misdemeanor, and one count of Resisting Arrest, a Class A misdemeanor.
Twist was transported to Steuben County Jail for CAP court where bail was set at $100. Twist
subsequently made bail and was released.
On 12/02/2022, it was reported that Twist was again at the protected party’s residence in
violation of the order of protection. Officers responded and took Twist into custody. Twist was
charged with one count of Criminal Contempt in the second degree, a Class A misdemeanor.
Twist was transported to Steuben County CAP court where bail was set at $150. Twist
subsequently made bail and was released.
On 11/15/22 at around 10am, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Lindsay M. Remchuk, age 34 of 104 May Street, Bath. The arrest stems from a CPS investigation where Remchuk allegedly hit a child under the age of seventeen years old. It is alleged that the child was struck multiple times sustaining injuries. Remchuk was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A misdemeanor and Obstructing Governmental Administration, a Class A Misdemeanor when she barricaded herself from authorities for over 30 minutes preventing Officers from doing their official duty and making a lawful arrest.
Remchuk was transported to the Village of Bath Police Department for processing and then to the Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
On 11/2/22 at around 11:50am, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Nicole L. Miller, age 39 of 105 East Morris Street, Bath. The arrest stems from a CPS investigation where Miller allegedly hit a child under the age of seventeen years old. Miller was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A misdemeanor.
Miller was transported to the Village of Bath Police Department for processing and then to the Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
On 11/05/2022, the Village of Bath Police Department arrested Zachary D. Halvorson, 26, Homeless, of Bath, on one count of Trespass, a violation. This stems from a report of Halvorson trespassing on the victim’s porch at approximately 4:30 am that morning. Halvorson was caught on the victim’s home cameras peeking in
the windows for quite some time.
The victim requested an order of protection. Due to the request for an order of protection,
Halvorson was transported to the jail to await CAP arraignment. The judge at CAP
arraignment declined to issue an order of protection on the victim’s behalf and released
Halvorson on his own recognizance.
On 11/01/2022, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Deven L. Miller, age 28, residing at 18 W Steuben Street, Bath, NY. Miller was arrested on an arrest warrant for Forcible Touching, a Class A Misdemeanor, from an incident that occurred on 09/28/2022. While the Officers on scene were attempting to take Miller into custody, Miller was alleged to have resisted arrest. Miller was charged with a subsequent charge of Resisting Arrest. Miller was processed then transported to the Steuben County Jail to await CAP Arraignment. Miller was arraigned then released.
On 10/22/22 around 4:17pm, the Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to a domestic disturbance at a residence on Warden Street. Bath Police Officers arrived on scene and the suspect had left prior to Police arrival. Around 6:30pm, the suspect had gone back to the victim’s residence on Warden St. and Bath Police Officers responded back over and found the suspect leaving down the street. Officers initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle and arrested the driver, Michael L. Trenchard, 37 years old, of Harrison Road in the Town of Bath.
Michael L. Trenchard was charged with the following: Criminal Mischief 4th, class A Misdemeanor, Menacing 3rd, class B Misdemeanor, Assault 3rd, class A Misdemeanor, and Criminal Trespass 2nd, class A Misdemeanor.
Michael Trenchard was processed on his charges and then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned on 10/23/2022 in the morning and due to the NYS bail reform he was released.
On 10/15/22 around 1:30am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Michael W. Parrish, 45, homeless of Bath. Parrish was observed driving in the Village of Bath and committed a traffic infraction on E. Morris St. Bath Police went to initiate a traffic stop and Parrish eventually pulled over on E. William St. ext. in the Town of Bath.
After investigation, Michael Parrish was suspected to be impaired by drugs. Parrish was taken into custody for DWAI-drugs, an unclassified misdemeanor, Aggravated unlicensed operator 2nd, unclassified misdemeanor, Criminal Possession of a controlled substance 7th, class A Misdemeanor and several traffic infractions.
Parrish was taken to the Bath Police Department where he was evaluated by a Bath Police Department DRE and was then released on appearance tickets. He is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 10/07/2022 The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Harley A. Marble, age 28, residing in Canisteo, NY, for the charges of Grand Larceny in the third degree, a class D felony. The arrest was a result from an incident that occurred on 10/04/2022 where a vehicle was stolen from in front of the Save A Lot in the Village of Bath. After police investigation it was found that Marble had been released from Steuben County CAP court at about 6PM on 10/04/2022, about two hours prior to the incident. Marble then made his way to Save A Lot where he was observed on security camera footage to enter a vehicle and drive away. An arrest warrant was issued through the Village of Bath Court. Marble was located by the Village of Canisteo Police Department on 10/07/2022 and arrested of separate charges. Marble then advised the Village of Canisteo Police department where the stolen vehicle was located. The vehicle was secured then Marble and the vehicle were transported to the Village of Bath Police Department to be arrested and processed on the arrest warrant.
Marble was processed then transported to Steuben County Jail to await CAP court arraignment. This investigation and arrest was a result of the Village of Bath Police Department and the Village of Canisteo Police Department.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the following prison sentences for those convicted of narcotics sales in the Village in the last 5 years. These do not include sentences of drug court, probation, or county jail. Many cases are still pending due to a back log from COVID. Sentences do not reflect additional parole time and NYS Department of Corrections reducing sentences to Willard or Shock incarceration. The Bath Police Department is very focused on cracking down on narcotics sales in the Village.
Clyde S. Gladney-3 years Clyde L. Dicus-6.5 years
Cedric P. Williams-5 years Thomas R. Shaffer- 1 ¾-3 years
Justin J. Snyder- 4 ¼-5 years Aaron J. Graham-3 years
Jahari L. Bush-4 years Annette Romance-4 years
Robert L. Harley-3 years Tony A. Cole-4 years
David M. Binion-3 years John E. Corcoran-3 years
Karen L. Turner-2 years Jennifer M. Schwan-2 years
Albert C. Beam Jr.-4 years Brendan R. Wentling-6 years
Amber L. Stiles- 1-3 years Keith C. Graves-4 years
Danny K. Elliott-4.5 years Alan L. Sherry Jr.-5 years
Gerald D. Iverson-10 years Theresa M. Latham-5 years 7 months
Patrick L. Travis-3.5 years Willie L. Singleton Jr.-3 years
Jessica Austin-3.5 years Shannon L. Brockway-7 years 10 mo
William J. Trenchard-3.5 years Roy D. Hyer-2.5 years
Frank L. McCray-6 years Steven R. Jeffers-1 year
Carl J. McCoy-4 ¼-5 years Amber M. Gerow-1 year
Ernest L. Crooks Jr.-4.5 years Jason M. York-3 years
Kassandra R. Oles-2 years William J. Trenchard-7 years 5 mo
Dahna M. Turner-5 years
Scotty L. Youngs-2 years
Colin D. Decker-2.5 years
Danny L. Soles-3 years
Brian Roman-Wagner-3.5 years
Alfonso Spann-4 years
James B. Elward-4 years
William S. Landsborough-2 years
Mickey C. Pike-4 years
Terralynn Yarrison-2 years
Steven P. Mitchell-1 year
Melvin A. Huff-5 years
Carlos J. Gomez-2.5-3 years
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Adam Charles Koester on 09/16/2022 who resides in Alfred Station, NY. Koester was taken into custody regarding numerous warrants from several different agencies. Charges include Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th Degree, 4th Degree, 3rd Degree Intent to Sell, Possession of a Hypodermic Instrument, Criminal Use Drug Paraphernalia Packaging and Scales, Criminal Mischief along with Superior Court Warrants for possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, 7th Degree and one count of Prison Contraband 1st Degree. Koester was observed walking on E Morris St by the county building wearing a surgical mask and was able to be identified by the officer from pervious encounters with Koester.
Koester was placed into custody and transported to the Village of Bath Police Department where he was taken to the county jail by Steuben County Sheriff’s officer where he was remanded without bail.
On September 17th, 2022, the Village of Bath Police Department responded to a car into a house at 80 Geneva Street in the Village. The Bath Volunteer Fire Department, Bath Volunteer Ambulance Corps and AMR also responded to the incident. A single occupant was operating the motor vehicle, Arisa Mangini, age 48, of Bath. The accident was the result of what officers believed to be Ms. Mangini having a medical problem. Ms. Mangini was transported to Ira Davenport Hospital with minor injuries. Ms. Mangini later that evening passed away unexpectedly. An autopsy will be performed to better determine her cause of death.
On 09/07/2022, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Jason W Case, 33, of Bath, for one count of Assault in the 2nd Degree, a Class D felony.
This arrest stems from an investigation into a report of a domestic in progress at the Walgreens in the Village of Bath. Mr. Case was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail to await CAP court, where an order of protection was issued and he was released without bail.
On 09/09/2022, Mr. Case was arrested and charged with one count of Criminal Contempt in the 2nd Degree, a Class A misdemeanor, following an investigation into the violation of the order of protection that was issued two days prior. Mr. Case was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail where he awaits arraignment in CAP court.
The Village of Bath Police Department responded to a stabbing off from Delaware Avenue in the Village of Bath on 9/8/22 at approx. 5:30 am. A 32-year-old male was found stabbed and slashed with a knife. The male was taken to Ira Davenport Hospital where he was treated for his injuries. The male suspect had fled on foot. The suspect, Herbert D. Wood, age 35, of no known address, was located in Tops Markets at approx. 6:30 pm the same day and taken into custody by Bath Police Department. Mr. Wood, a violent convicted felon, was charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, a class A-II felony. Mr. Wood was taken to Steuben County Arraignment Court where he will be arraigned in the morning. The investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected after grand jury presentation.
On 9/6/2022 around 6:04pm, the Bath Police Department was dispatched to Walgreens, 321 W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath for a report of a physical domestic dispute. During the investigation it was determined that the suspect struck the victim causing serious physical injury. The victim was transported to the hospital and is in stable condition.
Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Jason W. Case, 33 of Colonial Lawns in the Village of Bath with Assault 2nd, a class D Felony.
Jason was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail where he is set to be arraigned in the morning of 9/7/2022.
On 9/6/2022 around 9:05pm, the Bath Police Department was dispatched to 3 E. William St. in the Village of Bath for a report of a fight with weapons. During the investigation it was determined that the suspect struck the victim with a dangerous weapon causing serious physical injury. The victim was transported to the hospital and is in stable condition.
Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Michael Cavallaro, 35, homeless, of Bath with Assault 2nd, a class D Felony and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd, a class D Felony. Michael Cavallaro was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail where he is set to be arraigned in the morning of 9/7/2022.
On, 9/4/2022 around 5:50PM, Officers with the Village of Bath Police Department were dispatched to Tops Market, 309 W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath for a report of a disturbance. After investigation, it was determined that the suspect attempted to physically attack the victim and during the altercation, the suspect damaged property of the victim and stole the property from the victim. The suspect also did this with a child present.
The suspect, Ashley M. Smith, 37, currently living at the Super 8 motel in Bath was arrested for Robbery 3rd, a class D Felony. She was also charged with attempted assault 3rd, a class B misdemeanor, Criminal Mischief 4th, a class A misdemeanor, and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class A misdemeanor.
Smith was taken to Bath PD where she was processed on her charges and then she was turned over to the Steuben County Jail where she will be arraigned on 9/5/22 in the morning.
On 08/29/22, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of William J. Delio, age 34, residing in Hornell, NY for one count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd, a class D felony. Patrols utilized the newly equipped cameras throughout the Village and were able to observe Delio carrying the weapon.
Delio was arrested and escorted to the Village of Bath Police Department for processing. After processing Delio was transported to Steuben County Jail without issue.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Keith C. Frailey, 43, of 31 W William St, Bath, NY on August 23, 2022.
Frailey was arrested subsequent to a suspicious person investigation where he was found to be in possession of a large quantity of various narcotic drugs. Frailey is currently charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree, both Class B felony and one count of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia 2nd Degree, a Class A misdemeanor. Frailey was turned over to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned in the Steuben County CAP Court, where he was held without bail.
The investigation is still ongoing and further charges are pending for Frailey.
Frailey is currently on parole for Burglary with the NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Shaylee E. Ridley, age 25, of Bath, NY on August 26, 2022.
This arrest stems from a Criminal Contempt complaint in which Ridley violated an order of protection. Ridley was subsequently charged with Criminal Contempt 2nd Degree, Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree and Resisting Arrest, all class A misdemeanors. Ridley was turned over to the custody of the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned in Steuben County CAP court at which time she was remanded to jail on $250.00 bail. Ridley is scheduled to appear in the Village of Bath Court at a later date.
On 8/20/2022 around 8:18pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Michael A. Cavallaro, age 35 and a Kiara L. Ackley, age 21, both of Bath for burglary 2nd, a class C Felony.
Both subjects forced their way into a residence with intent to commit a crime on W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath. Both subjects were processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail where they were arraigned on 8/21/22 and subsequently released. They are both due back in court at a later date.
The Village of Bath Police Department will be participating in the statewide STOP-DWI Labor Day High Visibility Engagement Campaign. The campaign will start on August 19th, 2022 and will end on September 5, 2022.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of two subjects on narcotics related charges as the result of an investigation into a Fight and Criminal Contempt investigation which occurred in the Village of Bath on July 30th, 2022. The investigation into these incidents resulted in a large quantity of narcotics being discovered and seized.
Morgan Abeel, age 18, of Bath, NY was arrested on the charges of Criminal Contempt 2nd Degree, a class A misdemeanor and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree, a Class B felony. Abeel was also taken into custody by the Bath Police Department on pending charges for Abeel out of the Steuben County Sheriffs Office. Abeel was turned over to the Steuben County Sheriffs Office on the charges and arraigned at the Steuben County CAP Court, where he was held on the charges out of Steuben County Sheriffs Office.
Liberty Ferris, age 22, of Bath, NY was arrested on the charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree, a class B felony. Ferris was brought to the Steuben County CAP Court where she was arraigned and released without bail.
Both Abeel and Ferris are scheduled to appear in the Village of Bath Court on a later date and time regarding these charges.
The investigation is still ongoing and further charges are pending for both subjects.
On 7/27/22, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Zachariah E. Cole, age 30, of Bath, NY and Tiffany A. Losinger, age 30, of Bath NY for two counts each of aggravated cruelty to animals, a class E felony. It was found that the mother dog and two others were living in inadequate shelter with no food or water. All animals were barely sustaining life due to the owner’s lack of care.
After further investigation with assistance from Finger Lakes SPCA and Bath Dog Control Officer both parties were arrested at their residence and escorted to the Village of Bath Police Department. Both were issue an appearance ticket and are due back at a later date. This is the 2nd time Cole has been arrested for animal cruelty.
On July 6, 2022, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Eric J. Lent, age 36, Homeless on two cases. This first arrest was the result of Lent being found in to be in violation of an order of protection and in the company of a protected party. Lent was charged Criminal Contempt in the 1st degree a class E Felony.
The second case was the result of an investigation in which let is alleged to have broken into two sheds located on School grounds of Bath Central School District and stole property from said buildings. Lent was charged with two counts of Burglary in the 3rd degree both class D Felonies, two counts of Criminal Mischief 4th degree and one count of Petit Larceny all class A misdemeanors.
Lent was brought to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned in the Steuben County CAP court.
On 7/5/2022 around 7:08PM, Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Michael A. Parkinson, 37, of Robie St. in the Village of Bath.
Earlier in the day, Parkinson was involved in a domestic dispute on Robie St. in the Village of Bath where he struck the victim and caused damage to property belonging to the victim.
Parkinson was arrested for harassment 2nd, a violation and criminal mischief 4th, a class A Misdemeanor. Due to the victim requesting an order of protection, Parkinson was transported to the Steuben County Jail where he will be arraigned in the morning of 7/6/2022.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Antonio J. Jackson of Bath, NY for being a Fugitive From Justice out of Louisiana for a Violation of his Parole. The arrest stems from a call for service at the Kwik Fill on W. Morris Street where Mr. Jackson is accused of threatening to shoot up the place. Officers were able to locate Mr. Jackson in the parking lot of Value Home Center. Mr. Jackson’s information was ran through dispatch where he was found to be wanted out of several states including charges for Armed Robbery and a Violation of his Parole. Mr. Jackson was also to be found to have shoplifted at Kwik Fill during this investigation. Mr. Jackson was charged with Petit Larceny along with being transported to Steuben County Jail due to him having the full extradition warrant out of Louisiana where he will be held until arrangements are made by Louisiana to come pick him up.
At the Village of Bath Board meeting last night Officer Christopher Daloia was promoted to Sergeant and Part-Time Officer Roberson was made a full-time Police Officer. We are very proud to have them on board.
Officer Johnson and Sgt. Daloia were given commendations for saving a man’s life with their AED that was donated by Bath Ambulance Corps.
Officer Cheresnowsky was given the American Red Cross Hero Award for saving a man’s life.
Chief Colin Taft is very happy to have such dedicated and impressive officers represent the best of the Bath community.
On 4/30/2022, around 7:00pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Anthony R. Swimley, age 38, of the Budget Inn, in the Village of Bath. Anthony Swimley was arrested for Obstruction of Governmental Administration 2nd, a Class A Misdemeanor and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd, a Class B Felony.
Bath Police Officers were on patrol on Howell St. in the Village of Bath and observed Anthony Swimley riding a bicycle. Officers knew that he had an active bench warrant for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th through the Village of Bath Court. Officers attempted to stop him on his bicycle and he did not cooperate with Officer’s orders. A short foot pursuit started and Officers were able to get him into custody shortly after. Swimley was found to be in possession of a large quantity of methamphetamine when arrested.
Swimley was processed and taken to the Steuben County Jail for Centralized Arraignment. Swimley is currently on New York State Parole.
On 4/26/2022 around 10:19pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Cheyene C. Simmons, age 23, of Bath. Simmons was found on E. William St. and Officers knew that she had an active arrest warrant for Petit Larceny. Officers placed her under arrest. While searching Simmons, she was found to have a small amount of methamphetamine and a suboxone strip.
Simmons was subsequently arrested for Petit Larceny, and two Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th, all class A Misdemeanors.
Due to Simmons having a warrant, she was transported to the Steuben County Jail where she will be arraigned on 4/27/22 in the morning. Simmons is currently on NYS Parole for Narcotics.
The Bath Police Department arrested Deven L. Miller, age 28, of 18 W. Steuben St., Bath, NY for Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class A misdemeanor. Mr. Miller was taken to the centralized arraignment court to be arraigned and issued an order of protection.
The arrest stems from an allegation that Mr. Miller failed to seek medical attention for cigarette burns to his 3 year old child’s hand.
The Village of Bath Police Department will be hosting a Neighborhood Watch meeting on 04/27/22 from 5 pm-6 pm. Officer Johnson will be covering the topic of “Reporting Suspicious Activity”. This will include a slide show presentation and an open discussion to follow. The meeting will be held in the upstairs training room located at the Village of Bath Police Department.
On 4/17/2022 around 9:42AM the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Brandon McCarn, age 28, of Lindley NY. McCarn was arrested for Grand Larceny 4th, and Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 4th, both class E Felonies.
This arrest stems from McCarn taking a motor vehicle on 4/16/2022 without the owner’s permission. On 4/17/2022, Bath Police Officers observed the stolen vehicle driving on W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath and initiated a traffic stop. McCarn went into custody without incident. He was processed on his charges and then released on an appearance ticket due to NYS bail reform. He is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 4/17/2022 around 12:30PM the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Ezeakle S. Wydra, age 41, of E Washington St. in the Village of Bath. Wydra was arrested for Grand Larceny 4th, a class E Felony and Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, a class A Misdemeanor.
This arrest stems from Wydra taking a vehicle on Lackawanna Ave in the Village of Bath on 2/16/2022, without the permission of the owner. An arrest warrant was filed and obtained. On 4/17/22 the NYSP found Wydra during a traffic stop outside of the Village of Bath. They turned him over to the Bath Police Department.
Wydra was processed on his charges and then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he will be arraigned later in the evening.
The Village of Bath Police Department is investigating a suspected double fatal overdose case that came in around 12:30 last night. It is suspected that fentanyl killed both parties and an autopsy and toxicology is being performed. Both parties resided together.
There is no such thing as just heroin anymore, it is all mixed with different percentages of fentanyl. The only safe bet is to never try it.
On 3/15/2022 around 2:56PM the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Michael T. George, age 52, of South Ave., in the Village of Bath. The Village of Bath Police Department performed a traffic stop on Michael George on Liberty Street in the Village of Bath. During the investigation, Michael George failed to comply with Officers during the traffic stop and physically resisted Officers.
Michael George was subsequently arrested for Obstruction of Governmental Administration 2nd, class A Misdemeanor and Resisting Arrest, a class A Misdemeanor. Michael George was also issued a traffic ticket.
Michael George was processed and then given an appearance ticket. He is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 3/29/2022 around 10:46PM the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Terry C. Long, age 21, of Manor Village, in the Village of Bath. Bath Police Officers were dispatched to a disturbance on W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath. During the investigation, it was determined that Terry Long damaged the victim’s property with intent.
Terry was arrested for Criminal Mischief 4th, a class A Misdemeanor. Due to the victim requesting an order of protection, Terry was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned the morning of 3/30/2022. He was subsequently released after arraignment and is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
The Village of Bath would like to make the community aware that a level 3 sex offender named James Ward, born in 1956, is out of prison after a 30 year sentence for Murder, Attempted Rape 1st and Sexual Abuse 1st. Mr. Ward is residing at the Budget Inn, Bath located at 332 W. Morris St. A photograph will be released in the near future, but he is described as 5’5’’, 197 pounds, white male.
On March 25, 2022, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Andrew S. Crosson, age 32, formally of Bath, NY. This arrest was the result of an arrest warrant stemming from an investigation conducted by the Police Department into the domestic dispute which occurred in the Village of Bath. Crosson was charged on the warrant with Robbery 3rd Degree a class D Felony, Grand Larceny 4th Degree a class E Felony, Criminal Mischief 4th Degree and Unlawful Imprisonment 2nd Degree both class A misdemeanors.
Crosson who was recently released from New York State Parole early due to the Less is More Act, was transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned at the Steuben County CAP court where he was held without bail.
On March 30, 2022, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Richard J. Fell, age 76, of Bath, NY. This arrest was the result of an arrest warrant stemming from an investigation conducted by the Police Department into the harassment of tenants of Fell’s rental property located within the Village of Bath. Fell was charged on the warrant with Harassment of a Tenant 1st degree a class E Felony and 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child both class A misdemeanors.
When Fell was stopped on a traffic stop for the purpose of the warrant arrest. Fell was found to be operating the vehicle at the time of arrest in an intoxicated condition and subsequently charged with Driving While Intoxicated a class A misdemeanor, Consumption of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle and Refusing to take a breath test both violations.
Fell was transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned at the Steuben County CAP court where he was released without bail to appear in the Village of Bath Court at a later date and time.
On March 30, 2022, The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Zachariah E. Cole, age 30, of Bath, NY. This arrest was the result of an arrest warrant stemming from an investigation conducted by the Police Department into the abuse of a domesticated pet which occurred in the Village of Bath. Cole was charged on the warrant with Animal Cruelty class A misdemeanors.
Cole who was arraigned at the Steuben County CAP court where he was released without bail to reappear in the Village of Bath Court on a later date.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Jackson Welfel, age 22, of Elmira, NY for Petit Larceny, Criminal Impersonation 2nd and Burglary 3rd. The arrest stems from a call on 03/25/2022 at Tractor Supply (404 W. Morris Street) in the Village of Bath. Tractor Supply reported there was a suspicious male inside the store trying to return items that were taken off the shelves after entering the store. The suspect was to be found using the name of his younger brother to avoid being arrested on 6 outstanding warrants from several different agencies. Welfel was processed, taken to Centralized Arraignment Court and released without bail. Welfel was then handed over to Horsehead’s State Police barracks in regards to charges the state police had on Welfel.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Ashley Beyea, age 34, of Bath, NY for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd ( Class B Felony). The arrest stems from a traffic stop on 03/25/2022 at the intersection of W. Morris and W. Washington Street in the Village of Bath. Beyea was found to be in possession of over 6 grams of Methamphetamine. Beyea was processed, taken to Centralized Arraignment Court and released without bail.
On March 8th, 2022 Officer Roberson and K9 Bud stopped a motor vehicle for a traffic violation at approximately noon on E. Morris St. After a preliminary investigation, K9 Bud alerted to narcotics in the motor vehicle. A lock box was found under the seat and the item was seized for a search warrant application. The operator was released pending the results of the investigation. On March 11th after a search warrant was signed the box was opened and 56 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine was discovered inside. The street value of the narcotics is valued at $5,600. An arrest warrant will be filed for the operator of the motor vehicle.
This was the first narcotics arrest that couldn’t have been done without the assistance of our K9 Bud. We thank the community for its support in making this a reality.
The Village of Bath Police Department is reminding its residents and visitors to lock your vehicles and to not leave your vehicle with the motor running. We have had a large uptick in stolen motor vehicles in the last year. We usually average 2-3 per year at most and are now averaging a dozen or more. We have had 3 in the last week.
Thank you,
Chief Colin Taft
On 3/9/2022 around 5:20PM the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Bryan J. Burleson, age 30, of Painted Post, NY. Bath Police were dispatched to an address on South Fowler Street in the Village of Bath for a disturbance. After the investigation concluded, it was alleged that Burleson started a physical altercation with the victim in front of two small children.
Burleson was arrested for Harassment 2nd, a Violation and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class A Misdemeanor. Burleson was transported to the Steuben County Jail and was released at his arraignment.
The Village of Bath Police Department in conjunction with other local police agencies will be participating in the STOP-DWI High Visibility Enforcement Campaign during the St. Patrick’s Day holiday season. The STOP-DWI Campaign will consist of extra patrols during March 16, 2022 – March 20th, 2022 enforcing vehicle and traffic violations in an effort to reduce number of intoxicated drivers on the road and the number DWI related accidents. If you are going to celebrate, drive responsible.
On 3/6/2022 around 9:05PM the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Bruce L. Herrick, age 62, of Bath. Bath Police were dispatched to an address on West William Street in the Village of Bath for a 911 hang up call. Upon arrival, Officers were met outside by Herrick. There is an active stay away order of protection against Herrick for this address and the victim who resides there.
Herrick was taken into custody and arrested for Criminal Contempt 2nd, a Class A Misdemeanor. Herrick was transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was due to get arraigned in the morning.
On 02/21/2022 at approximately 11:30 PM, officers with the Village of Bath
Police Department initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a violation of the New
York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.
Upon investigation, the operator of the vehicle, Mary C. Furlong, 28, was found to
be in possession of a quantity of suspected methamphetamine on her person.
K9 Bud was deployed and alerted to the odor of narcotics in the vehicle. Officers
subsequently recovered multiple weapons, an additional quantity of suspected
methamphetamine, packaging material, and drug paraphernalia.
Furlong was charged with operating a vehicle with no/inadequate plate lamp, a
violation, two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the third degree, a
Class D Felony, and one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in
the fifth degree, a Class D Felony.
Furlong was processed and transported to Steuben County Jail to await CAP
arraignment.
While at intake at the jail, Furlong was found to be concealing an additional
amount of suspected methamphetamine on her person and was subsequently
charged with Promoting Prison Contraband in the first degree, a Class D Felony.
Furlong was arraigned in CAP court and released without bail.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Benjamin A. Crout, age 38, of Bath, NY for Menacing in the 2nd degree, Assault 2nd (Class D Felony) and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd (Class D Felony). The arrest stems from an assault on January 26th, 2022 at 9 Howell Street in the Village of Bath at approx. 10 pm. Officers executed a search warrant on February 10, 2022 and arrested Crout without incident. Crout was processed and taken to the Centralized Arraignment Court for arraignment.
On 2/7/2022 around 5:00am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Jason J. Arnold, 38, of 56 Liberty Street in the Village of Bath.
The Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to a disturbance at an address in the Colonial Lawns, located in the Village of Bath. Further investigation revealed that Jason Arnold forcibly entered the residence and became physical with the victim. Jason Arnold then left the residence and was located by Bath Police Officers walking out of Colonial Lawns.
Jason Arnold was arrested a short time later for Burglary 2nd, a class C Felony, Criminal Mischief 4th, class A Misdemeanor, and Harassment 2nd, a violation. He was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail for arraignment. He was later arraigned and is currently being held in the Steuben County Jail.
Jason Arnold was previously arrested on 1/10/22 on Liberty Street in the Village of Bath for Criminal Mischief 3rd, a class E Felony, Obstruction of Governmental Administration 2nd, class A Misdemeanor, and harassment 2nd, a violation. He was arraigned and released on these charges.
On 2/3/2022 around 1:11 pm , the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Joseph R. Remchuk, 48, of 56 Liberty Street in the Village of Bath.
The Village of Bath Police Department was dispatched to a menacing complaint at 56 Liberty St where Remchuk threatened another resident of the building with a weapon and threatened to kill the victim.
Joseph R. Remchuk was arrested on scene for the charges of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd degree a class D – Felony and Menacing 3rd degree a class A Misdemeanor. He was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail for arraignment. He was later arraigned and released without bail.
The Village of Bath Police Department was involved in a standoff with a wanted violent felon on 1/27/22 from 2:20 pm untill approx. 5 pm. Bernard V. Campbell, age 29, was apprehended inside the attic crawl space of a residence on Warden St., in the Village of Bath. Mr. Campbell was charged with Burglary 1st, Aggravated Criminal Contempt, Assault 3rd and Strangulation 2nd involving an incident on 1/26/22 at the aforementioned residence involving an ex-girlfriend and a stay away order of protection.
Mr. Campbell was released from jail on 1/27/22 and proceeded to return to the same residence and break into the house and assaulted the same female again. The victim fled to the police station and was transported to the hospital by Bath Ambulance for evaluation. The Bath Police Department went to the location of the assault and Mr. Campbell, who was attempting to flee, barricaded himself inside the victim’s house and refused to come out.
The Steuben County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and assisted Bath PD with apprehending Mr. Campbell. Mr. Campbell was charged with Burglary 1st, Aggravated Criminal Contempt, and Assault 3rd Degree. Mr. Campbell was processed and taken back to the Centralized Court to await arraignment on these charges.
The Village of Bath Police Department is proud to announce its new K9 dog, “Bud” to the force. Bud is a 15 month old German Sheppard from Shallow Creek Kennels in Sharpsville, PA. Bud is nationally certified in narcotics detection, personal protection and tracking. Bud’s main job for the Bath Police Department will be narcotics detection and assisting the department in apprehending and deterring as many drug dealers as possible from entering our community.
Bud is named after Donald “Bud” Robinson whom was a Village of Bath Police Officer and dispatcher for 10 years from 1998-2008. Bud passed away unexpectedly at age 59 while employed as a Bath Police Officer. Bud’s dedication to his country and community is unbelievable. Bud, grew up in the Village of Bath and was a Marine Corps and Army Veteran serving a combat tour in Vietnam in the late 1960’s. Bud was a New York State Trooper from 1974-1994 and achieved the rank of Investigator in which he worked undercover in the NYC area on a narcotics task force that led to a massive arrest involving high amounts of cash, drugs, and high profile suspects. Bud worked other high profile cases as well. Bud went to the Veteran’s Administration Police Academy after retiring from the NYSP and served there for a period of time before he at age 48 went to the local police academy and served with the Bath Police Department for 10 years before his untimely death. Bud is an inspiration to all, especially the dedicated law enforcement officers that follow in his shadow.
Chief Colin Taft, whom worked with Bud for several years, could not think of a better fit to name our newest addition to our family at Bath PD after. Bud will carry on the tradition and follow in the footsteps of a great man that helped make the community a safer place to live.
The Bath Police Department would like to thank the Village Board for making this major asset to the community a reality, to all the donors that made it financially possible and to the Bath Police Benevolent Association for its tireless fund raising and coordination.
The K9 handler is Officer Roberson, whom was a K9 handler in South Carolina before joining the Bath Police Department and is dedicated to narcotics enforcement.
Media Release: January 13, 2022
Possession and Sale of Cannabis Arrests
Chief Colin Taft and Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard report that on December 30, 2021, officers of the Village of Bath Police Department and deputies of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested two persons in connection with cannabis possession and sales in the Village of Bath, New York, resulting from an investigation and search:
Michael L. Brown, age 34, of Main Street, Hammondsport, New York. It is alleged that Mr. Brown sold cannabis to a person under the age of 21 at a commercial establishment on West Morris Street, Bath, New York. Mr. Brown was charged with Criminal Sale of Cannabis in the Third Degree. Mr. Brown was released on an appearance ticket to return to the Village of Bath Court.
Brent D. Gallegos, age 34, of Kingsley Street, Bath, New York. It is alleged that Mr. Gallegos possessed a quantity of suspected cannabis in excess of three ounces at a commercial establishment on West Morris Street, Bath, New York. Mr. Gallegos was charged with Criminal Possession of Cannabis in the Third Degree. Mr. Gallegos was released on an appearance ticket to return to the Village of Bath Court.
Chief Taft and Sheriff Allard thank the New York State Police for their assistance in this arrest.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Roy D. Hyer, age 45, of the Steuben County Jail, for Criminal Possession and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, both class D felonies. The arrest stems from a Superior Court Arrest Warrant that alleges the sale of methamphetamine at 518 W. Washington St., in the Village of Bath in summer of 2021. Mr. Hyer was arraigned by a County Court Judge and placed back in jail where he awaits sentencing now on 5 or more narcotics sales charges and other felonies. The arrest was the work of the cooperation of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office and the Bath Police Department.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Warren D. Copp, age 46, of Bath, NY for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, both class D felonies. The arrest stemmed from an investigation into the sales of methamphetamine at 18 W. Steuben St. in the Village of Bath. Mr. Copp was arraigned in Steuben County Court and released. The Steuben County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the investigation.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Andrew S. Vanzile, age 36, of Corning, NY for Robbery in the Second Degree, a class C felony. The arrest stems from a Robbery that occurred on 12/29/21 at 2 W. Washington St., in the Village of Bath at approx. 9 pm. Mr. Vanzile was processed and taken to the Centalized Arraignment Court for arraignment where he was released without bail.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Brian Turner, age 32, temporarily housed at the Super 8 in Bath, NY for Robbery in the Second Degree, a class C felony and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a class D felony. The arrest stems from a Robbery that occurred on 12/29/21 at 2 W. Washington St., in the Village of Bath at approx. 9 pm. The other male suspect is still at large. Mr. Turner was processed and taken to the Centalized Arraignment Court for arraignment.
On 12/20/2021around 7:30am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Bernard Campbell, age 29 of Warden Street in Bath. Bath Police Department were dispatched to the area of Warden Street and Hudson Street for a physical disturbance between a male and a female. During the investigation it was found that Bernard Campbell was the suspect and having a domestic dispute with the victim. It was also found that Campbell damaged property in excess of $250.00
Campbell was charged with Harassment 2nd, a violation and Criminal Mischief 3rd, a class E Felony. Campbell was processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned later in the evening. Campbell was subsequently released at the arraignment.
On 12/3/2021 around 1:30am the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of John Shelf , 58 of West Washington St. in the Village of Bath.
This arrest stems from a disturbance at a boarding house on W. Washington St. where Shelf physically assaulted a victim and caused physical injury. Shelf also damaged property of the victim during the disturbance.
Shelf was arrested for Assault 3rd and Criminal Mischief 4th, both Class A Misdemeanors. Shelf was transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned later in the morning.
On 12/6/2021 around 1:45am the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Robert Baker, 36 of Corning, NY.
This arrest comes from a vehicle stop that occurred on W. Washington St. on 11/22/2021 around 11:00pm. Baker, who is on NYS Parole, was driving in the Village of Bath and committed a traffic infraction and also did not have a valid driver’s license. During the investigation, the vehicle he was driving was seized and a search warrant on the vehicle was conducted the day after the stop. During the search warrant a large quantity of methamphetamine’s and drug paraphernalia consistent with selling narcotics were located inside of the vehicle. After the search warrant an arrest warrant was put out for Baker.
On 12/6/2021 the City of Corning Police Department found Baker and took him into custody. Baker was then transferred to the custody of the Bath Police Department. Baker was arrested on his warrant for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony and was given Vehicle and Traffic Citations. Baker was transported to the Steuben County Jail. Baker is now being held in the Steuben County Jail.
On 12/7/2021 around 11:14am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Anthony J. Truax, 37, formerly of W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath for Failure to register as a Sex Offender with a prior conviction. This charge is a class D Felony under the NYS Correction Law.
There was an active arrest warrant issued in June of 2021 and Officers were unable to locate Truax since then. Officers were tipped off by the Steuben County Sheriff Office that Truax had possibly been living at an address on W. Steuben St. in the Village of Bath. Officers responded to this location and found Truax inside. Truax was arrested without incident. Truax was transported to the Steuben County Jail where he will be arraigned at a later time.
On 12/02/2021 around 1:30am the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Jessica E. Blood, age 31, of Bradford, Pennsylvania.
Jessica Blood was the passenger inside of a vehicle that Bath Village Police Officer’s had during a traffic stop for vehicle and traffic infractions. Through the investigation it was found that Jessica Blood possessed a small quantity of crack/cocaine which led Officers to investigate further. The investigation concluded and very large quantities of methamphetamines were located on Jessica Blood’s person.
Jessica Blood was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd, a Class B Felony. She was transported to the Steuben County Jail where she was arraigned in the morning. At arraignment, Jessica Blood was released without bail.
The Bath Village Police Dept. reports the arrest of three subjects on warrants which occurred on November 24, 2021 resulting from a traffic stop. The subjects arrested where Brittany Farnham, Brian Patterson and Nathan Buck.
Patterson was arrested on a warrant out of the Village of Bath Court for failure to appear on the charges of Possession of Burglary Tools, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd degree, Possession of Hypodermic Instrument, and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree. Patterson also had an active warrant out of the Steuben County Sheriffs Office. Patterson fled the traffic stop on foot from officers and was subsequently taken into custody after a short foot pursuit. Patterson was subsequently charged with Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia 2nd degree, Resisting Arrest and Obstruction of Governmental Administration. Patterson was arraigned in the Village of Bath Court and remanded to the custody of the Steuben County Jail on the warrant in lieu of $2,500 cash or $5,000 surety bond.
Farnham was arrested on a Violation of Probation Warrant. Farnham was arraigned in the Village of Bath Court and remanded to the Custody of the Steuben County Jail without bail.
Buck who’s warrant was out of Painted Post Police Department was turned over to their custody. Both Patterson and Farnham are scheduled to reappear in the Village of Bath Court on Wednesday December 8, 2021.
The Bath Village Police Dept. reports the arrest of Mark W. Folwell of Bath subsequent to a Trespass complaint. Folwell was found to have an active warrant out of Osceola Florida for the charge of Violation of Probation on the charge of Possession of Methamphetamine 3rd Degree – Felony. Folwell was turned over to the custody of the Steuben County Jail to await extradition to Florida on the warrant.
The Bath Village Police Dept. reports the arrest of Kenneth R. Mikko, 34, of Bath after a report of a stolen vehicle and subsequently a home invasion in the Village on the night of 11/20/21. It is alleged Mikko stole a pickup from a Village business and drove it to another location in the Village when it ran out of fuel. Mikko allegedly fled the scene and stole several items from the vehicle including two hunting rifles. While patrols were attempting to locate the suspect from the vehicle theft, patrols received a report of an incident where a suspect matching the description of the vehicle theft forcibly entered a residence on Shannon St. and would not allow the residents to leave. The suspect was armed with two rifles, later determined to be the rifles stolen from the pickup earlier that evening. The Bath Village Police then made a public notification for residents to shelter in place as a public safety measure, as the now identified suspect, whom law enforcement was familiar with, had made comments to the effect that he would use the rifles against law enforcement. The Bath Police Dept. conducted a search with the assistance of several police agencies and later found Mikko at a local motel. Mikko was taken into custody without incident.
Mikko, who is currently on NYS parole, was charged with the following multiple Felony and Misdemeanor counts:
1 count of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle
4 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree
1 count of Burglary in the 1 st Degree
1 count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 3rd Degree
1 count Criminal Use of a Firearm
4 counts of unlawful imprisonment in the 2nd Degree
2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child
3 counts of Menacing in the 2nd Degree
1 count of Tampering with Physical Evidence
Mikko was processed at the Bath Village Police Dept. and remanded to the Steuben County Jail to appear before the Centralized Arraignment Court.
The Bath Police Dept. was assisted by the NYSP, Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, and the Steuben County 911 Center.
NYS Parole was contacted during the manhunt to assist in locating Mikko, whom was homeless and under their supervision. The NYS communication center was given all the details and they advised that the regional director, Elmira Office Supervisor, and Mr. Mikko’s immediate parole officer would be notified immediately. No one called during the 8 hour manhunt and when Parole did touch base, they declined to issue a warrant for violation of parole at the time of the arrest.
And you wonder why the State of NY is able to close so many prisons due to the prison population declining?
On 11/18/2021 around 10:51pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Cody House, 36, of County Route 10 in Bath and Nathaniel Babcock, 23, of Victory Drive in Bath.
This arrest began as a traffic stop on Cameron St. in the Village of Bath where a significant amount of methamphetamines, scales, and drug packaging material were found in both of the defendants’ possession. House was issued traffic citations and charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a Class D Felony and Babcock was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a Class D Felony.
Both subjects were processed and then transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment on 11/19/21 in the morning.
On 11/09/2021 around 11:48pm the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrests of Jamie Lippincott, 48, of Hornell and Ashley Seratt, 38 of Bath. This arrest stems from a traffic stop where Lippincott was operating a vehicle and committed a traffic offense. Seratt was the passenger inside of the vehicle.
During the investigation, Bath Police Officers recovered a quantity of methamphetamine, suboxone, scales, and a large quantity of cash.
Lippincott was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony and other traffic offenses. Seratt was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th, a class A Misdemeanor.
Seratt was released on an appearance ticket and Lippincott was transported to the Steuben County Jail where he will be arraigned in the morning of 11/10/2021.
On 11/03/2021 around 1:53pm the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of John Hilligus, age 40 and Elizabeth Northrup, age 33, both of W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath.
This arrest stems from a vehicle stop on W. Steuben St. in the Village of Bath. During the investigation, Officers arrested John Hilligus for Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd, a Class D Felony and Elizabeth Northrup was arrested for Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia 2nd, a class A Misdemeanor.
Elizabeth Northrup was released on an appearance ticket and John Hilligus was transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned and held.
On 11/03/2021 around 9:40am the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Cody A. Moore, age 31, of Bath. There was an active arrest warrant for Cody Moore for Criminal Mischief in the 3rd degree, a class E Felony. It is alleged Cody Moore damaged a victim’s vehicle on the morning of 10/31/2021 which costed more than $250.00 to be fixed.
On 11/3/2021 around 9:40am, Bath Police Officers observed Cody Moore walking on E. William St. in the Village of Bath. Officers approached him and he fled on foot. A foot pursuit ensued and Moore was subsequently placed into custody after a brief foot pursuit.
Moore was arrested for the warrant of Criminal Mischief 3rd, Class E Felony and Resisting Arrest, class A misdemeanor. Moore was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned on his charges. He was released at arraignment.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Brandon J. Bradford, age 27, of Corning, NY. Mr. Bradford was indicted by a Steuben County Grand Jury for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, both class B felonies, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, class D felonies. At the time Mr. Bradford is alleged to have been selling narcotics in the Village of Bath he resided at the Budget Inn located at 332 W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath and was on NYS Parole for Burglary.
The work was the result of cooperation between the Bath Police Department and the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office.
Mr. Bradford was arraigned in Steuben County Court and was released without bail, despite being on parole.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of William T. Trenchard, age 40, of 56 Liberty St., Bath, NY for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, both class B felonies. The arrest was the result of an investigation into a parolee selling crystal methamphetamine in the Village of Bath. The work was the result of cooperation between the Bath Police Department and the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office.
Mr. Trenchard was arraigned in Steuben County Court and was released without bail, despite being on parole.
On 10/4/2021 the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of William L. Newton, age 33, of East Steuben Street in the Village of Bath. This arrest stems from a complaint where Newton forcibly touched a victim in the Village of Bath. Bath Police Officers found Newton and arrested him and during the arrest he was found to be in possession of a large amount of methamphetamine. Newton was charged with Forcible Touching, a class A Misdemeanor and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony. Newton was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned. Newton is still being held at the Steuben County Jail on bail.
On 10/12/2021 around 11:28am the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Joseph D. Henson, age 41, of West Morris Street in the Village of Bath. Bath Police observed Henson violating a local law on Liberty Street and during the investigation, Henson was found to be in possession of a large quantity of methamphetamine.
Henson was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony. Henson was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned later that evening. Henson is currently on NYS Parole and Bath Police Officers did notify Parole of Henson’s arrest. Parole was unable to violate Henson and Henson was subsequently released back into the public at arraignment.
On 9/22/2021 the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Frederick C. Covell, age 53, of West William Street in the Village of Bath. Covell stole property from Tops Market on West Morris Street in the Village of Bath. He was leaving the store with property he did not pay for and a manager from Tops went to stop him. Covell then struck the manager with an object, causing injury to the victim’s face/head area. Covell then fled the store on foot.
Covell was quickly located by Officers with the Bath Police Department and was positively identified as the suspect. Covell was subsequently charged with Petit Larceny, a class A Misdemeanor, Criminal Mischief 4th, a Class A Misdemeanor, and Assault 2nd, a Class D Felony.
Covell was processed on his charges and then transported to Steuben County Jail to be arraigned.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Dylan L. Smith, age 23, of Bath, for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd Degree, both class B felonies. The arrest was from a Steuben County Superior Court Warrant that alleged the sale of narcotic drugs in the Village of Bath in 2021. Mr. Smith is on New York State Parole for Burglary. Mr. Smith was taken to the Steuben County Jail where he will await an arraignment by a County Court Judge.
The investigation was the work of the Bath PD, Steuben County Sheriff’s Office and District Attorney’s Office Investigator.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Luther L. Dixon, age 42, of Rochester, NY for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree and Criminal Sale of Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, both class B felonies. The arrest stems from investigations into the sale of cocaine in the Village of Bath in early 2021. The arrest was from a Steuben County Superior Court warrant.
The US Marshalls office took Mr. Dixon into custody in Rochester as he is on Federal Probation related to a weapons charge. The Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, whom also had a warrant, transported Mr. Dixon to Bath PD for processing. Mr. Dixon was taken to the Steuben County Jail on August 9th and was arraigned August 10th by Judge Roche where he was released without bail on all charges but was held for now on Federal Probation warrant.
The investigation was the work of the Bath PD, Steuben County Sheriff’s Office and District Attorney’s Office Investigator.
The Village of Bath Police Department working in conjunction with the Steuben County Sheriff’s Department, on July 28th at approx. 6:20 pm executed a search warrant at 19 May St., apt. 206, in the Village of Bath. Scales, packaging material and crystal meth was recovered from the scene. Arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, a class D felony, was Julie A. Wing, age 38, and Jason M. York, age 42. Both were processed and taken to the Centralized Arraignment Court where they will be arraigned at a later date.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Roy D. Hyer, age 44, homeless, on July 27th, 2021. Mr. Hyer was located at 9 Purdy St., in the Village of Bath and was taken into custody after a brief standoff. Mr. Hyer had Bench Warrants for failure to appear on multiple felony cases out of Steuben County Court and Bath Village Court for drug offenses. Mr. Hyer was arrested for new charges for Unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine in the third degree, a class D felony, relating to a July 15th search warrant of his residence. Mr. Hyer was also arrested on a Superior Court sealed indictment arrest warrant alleging 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, class D felonies, and 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree and 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, class B felonies.
Upon search of 9 Purdy St. officers located a defaced firearm that was loaded. At the conclusion of the investigation it was determined to be that of Mr. Hyer’s and he is a 4 time convicted felon. Mr. Hyer was subsequently charged with felony possession of weapon for the defaced firearm and a class C felony for possessing a loaded firearm with intent to use it unlawfully against another person. Mr. Hyer was processed and taken to the Steuben County Jail where he awaits arraignment. The firearms case will be turned over for federal review for potential federal prosecution.
The Village of Bath Police Department arrested Nicholas J. Crouch, age 30, of the Steuben County Jail, on 2 sealed indictment warrants alleging Criminal Possession and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, 4 class D felonies. The investigation was the result of an investigation into the sales of crystal meth on W. Washington St in the Village of Bath. The Sheriff’s office investigation unit and District attorney investigator assisted in the investigation.
Mr. Crouch was arraigned by a County Court Judge and held due to a probation violation warrant.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Joseph E. Hojnoksi, age 51, of E. Morris St., Bath, NY for 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the 5th Degree and 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 5th Degree, all class D felonies. The arrest is the result of an investigation into the sales of Crystal Methamphetamine in the Village of Bath in 2021. The arrest was from 2 sealed indictment superior court warrants out of Steuben County Court. Mr. Hojnoski is currently being supervised by NYS Parole. Mr. Hojnoski was processed and taken to the Steuben County Jail where he awaits arraignment by a County Court Judge.
The arrest was the result of cooperation between the Bath PD, Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, and the District Attorney Investigator.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Adam R. Greenberg, also known as “Taz” for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third and Fourth Degrees and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third and Fifth Degrees, all felonies. Mr. Greenberg was indicted by a Steuben County Grand Jury and a sealed indictment warrant was issued. Mr. Greenberg was arraigned in Steuben County Court and released without bail. It is alleged that Mr. Greenberg sold fentanyl and suboxone in the Village of Bath in 2021.
The arrest was the cooperation of the Village of Bath PD with the Steuben County Sheriff’s office and District Attorney Investigator.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Christian M. Sutton, age 37, formerly of 510 W. Washington St., Bath, NY and currently of the Steuben County Jail, for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, class B felonies. Mr. Sutton was indicted by a Steuben County Grand Jury alleging the sale of crack cocaine in the Village of Bath in 2021. Mr. Sutton was also on parole.
Also arrested was Carlos Gomez, age 44, formerly of 512 W. Washington St., Bath and currently a resident of the Steuben County Jail, for Criminal Sale and Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, class B felonies. It is alleged that Mr. Gomez sold fentanyl in the Village in 2021. Mr. Gomez was on NYS Parole as well. Both were arraigned in County Court and had parole warrant holds.
The arrests were the work of the Village of Bath Police Department, Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, and District Attorney’s Office Investigator.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Paige Palmer, age 24, of 125 W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd and 4th Degrees and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd and 5th Degrees, all felonies. Ms. Palmer was indicted by a Steuben County Grand Jury alleging the sale of fentanyl and suboxone in the Village of Bath in 2021. Ms. Palmer was arraigned by a County Court Judge and released without bail.
On July, 5th 2021 Jordan E. Parkhurst, age 26, of 125 W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath, was arrested on a sealed indictment superior court warrant for 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd Degree, 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the in the Third Degree, 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, and 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree. Mr. Parkhurst was processed and taken to the Steuben County Centralized Court where he will await an arraignment by a County Court Judge. It is alleged that Mr. Parkhurst sold fentanyl and suboxone in the Village of Bath in 2021.
On 6/13/2021 around 5:00pm the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Sarah L. Barnes, 25, of Colonial Lawns in Bath. The Bath Police Department along with the New York State Police were dispatched for a domestic incident that was reported in a moving vehicle on State Route 86. The vehicle ended up parking on Belfast Street in the Village of Bath. Upon arrival, Bath Police Officers located Sarah Barnes and the victim, who is the protected party of an order of protection between the victim and Barnes.
Barnes was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operator 2nd and Criminal Contempt 2nd, a class A misdemeanor. Barnes was transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned in the morning of 6/14/2021 where she was subsequently released.
On 6/16/2021 around 8:30PM, Bath Police Officers were dispatched to Belfast Street in the Village of Bath for a disturbance. Officers investigated and observed Sarah Barnes to be inside of the residence of the protected party. Barnes was placed under arrest and charged with Criminal Contempt 2nd. She was transported to the Steuben County Jail where she will be arraigned on 6/17/2021.
On 6/5/21, the Village of Bath Police department took a report of a male who had been observed to be defecating on the Central Bar and Exchange St roadway. Upon investigation Bath Police Department was able to secure video footage of the subject who was identified as James F. Tawney.
On 6/6/21 James F. Tawney was located and placed in custody. Tawney was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and one citation for throwing refuse on a highway. Tawney was transported to Steuben County Jail and released with another court date in the Village of Bath Court.
On 6/6/21 at around 7:30am a Police Officer employed by the Village of Bath Police Department was patrolling the railroad tracks off of Lackawanna Ave. Patrol observed two subjects trespassing and looking through an abandoned bus off the railroad tracks. Upon investigation one of the subjects, Robert M. Camp, was found to have a warrant out of Pennsylvania. Both subjects were found to be in possession of multiple hypodermic needles. Camp was also found to be in possession of a small sandwich bag of Methamphetamine.
Robert M. Camp was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th degree, a class A misdemeanor, Criminal Possession of a Hypodermic Instrument, and Fugitive from Justice. Camp was transported to Steuben County Jail to await transportation by PA authorities.
Amanda S Salsman was charged with Criminal Possession of a Hypodermic Instrument and released with an appearance ticket. Salsman is due back in the Village of Bath Court on a later date.
On 05/21/2021 around 12:03am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Warren D. Copp, 45, of W. Steuben St. in the Village of Bath, for misdemeanor Animal Cruelty for failure to provide necessary veterinary care to his dog causing pain and suffering to the animal. When Mr. Copp was taken into custody, he was found in possession of a set of metal knuckles and was subsequently charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd degree a class D felony.
Mr Copp was transported to the Steuben County Jail where he was arraigned in the Steuben County CAP court and released without bail.
On 05/27/2021 around 12:31am, the Village of Bath Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle which was operated by Rendell D. Hyer, 42, of Savona, NY. Due to the investigation stemming from the traffic stop, Mr. Hyer was arrested for the charges Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 3rd degree both unclassified misdemeanors, as well as a window tint and cracked windshield violation. Mr Hyer was also charged with Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia a class A misdemeanor.
Mr Hyer was released on an appearance ticket and Uniform Traffic Tickets to appear in the Village of Bath Court on June 9th, 2021 at 1300 hrs for arraignment.
On 5/24/21 around 11:45pm the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Joshua J. Galloway, 33, homeless of Bath and Corning, NY. Galloway stole an item from the Family Dollar on W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath. Once arrested, he was also found to be in possession of a used hypodermic needle. Galloway was charged with petit larceny and possession of a hypodermic instrument, both class A misdemeanors. He was processed and then released to appear in Bath Village Court at a later date. On 5/25/2021 around 2:00pm, the Village of Bath Police Department was flagged down by a civilian who reported that a male was passed out in the road on W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath. Officers responded and spoke with Joshua Galloway. Galloway started to become uncooperative with Officers and started to throw his property all over the sidewalk and road. He refused to pick the property and garbage up. Officers subsequently charged him with littering and disorderly conduct, both violations. He was released on an appearance ticket and is due back in court at a later date.
On 5/19/21 around 2:50pm, a Village of Bath Police Officer was flagged down by a civilian who believed he heard a domestic dispute going on in a residence on W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath. Bath Police Officers responded and confirmed that a domestic dispute was going on. The suspect in the domestic dispute, a Jordan Parkhurst would not cooperate with Officers and was obstructing their investigation.
Bath Police Officers arrested Jordan Parkhurst, 26, of W. Morris St. in Bath for Obstruction of Governmental Administration 2nd, a class A Misdemeanor. While being placed under arrest, Parkhurst was found to be in possession of a small quantity of suspected Fentanyl and a used hypodermic needle. Parkhurst was also charged for criminal possession of a controlled substance 7th and possession of a hypodermic instrument. Both class A Misdemeanors. Parkhurst was processed and then released on appearance tickets. He is due back in Bath Village court at a later date.
On 5/21/21 at around 11:57pm a Police Officer employed by the Village of Bath Police Department was patrolling in a Southerly direction on Liberty Street. The Police vehicle was almost struck by another vehicle attempting to back out of a parking spot at a high rate of speed. Said Police Officer initiated a traffic stop and identified the operator by New York State ID card as Stacie L. Heikkila.
After DWI investigation was completed, Heikkila was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Heikkila was found to have two prior DWI’s in the past two years and was operating the vehicle on a revoked license with no interlock device. Heikkila is currently on probation for Driving while Intoxicated out of Onondaga County.
Heikkila was subsequently charged with backing unsafely, a traffic infraction, Aggravated Unlicensed operation in the 1st degree, a Class E Felony, Operating out of ignition interlock restriction, a Class A Misdemeanor, Driving while Intoxicated prior conviction in 10 years, a Class E Felony, and Operating a motor vehicle with BAC .08 of 1% prior conviction, a Class E Felony.
Heikkila was issued Uniformed Traffic Tickets and is due back in the Village of Bath Court on a later date.
On 5/21/21 at around 5:10pm, Bath Police Department responded to a stolen bike complaint. Patrols were advised by the caller that the bike was last seen being operated in a westerly direction towards W. Washington Street. Patrols observed the stolen bike and a male with biking gloves attempting to avoid Officers. The subject was questioned and found to have a Warrant out of Monroe County.
Suspect, Shelby L. Buchanan was taken into custody and found to be in possession of methamphetamine which was found in his bike gloves. Buchanan was also found to be in possession of a scale, multiple items for drug packaging and other drug paraphernalia. Buchanan was also found to be in possession of a large black dagger.
Buchanan was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd, a Class D Felony, and Criminal use of Drug Paraphernalia 2nd, a class A Misdemeanor.
Buchanan was processed on his arrest and turned over to the Steuben County Jail for Centralized Arraignment. Buchanan was arraigned and released a day later on 5/22/21 and is due back in the Village of Bath Court on a later date.
Victim, a 13 year old resident in the Village of Bath was extremely happy to have his bike returned by Patrols.
On 5/14/2021 around 3:00pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Shaylee E. Ridley, 24, of W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath. Shaylee Ridley was arrested for Criminal Contempt 2nd, a class A Misdemeanor and resisting arrest, a class A Misdemeanor
This arrest comes from a domestic dispute on Howell St. in the Village of Bath where Ridley violated an active stay away Order of Protection. When placed under arrest, Ridley actively resisted and refused to cooperate with Officers.
Ridley was processed on her charges and then was transported to the Steuben County Jail for Centralized Arraignment. Ridley has violated this order of protection now seven times in the past year and a half. A small amount of bail was placed on Ridley and she is currently being held at the Steuben County Jail.
On, 5/15/2021 around 2:45pm, Bath Police Officers observed a Nicholas J. Crouch, 30, homeless of Bath, NY walking down Liberty St. in the Village of Bath. Officers knew that Crouch had an active warrant through Steuben County Probation. Officers approached Crouch on W. Steuben St. and subsequently arrested him on his warrant.
Incident to the arrest, Crouch was found to be in possession of a large quantity of methamphetamines, a scale, multiple items for drug packaging, paraphernalia and used hypodermic needles.
Crouch was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd, a class B Felony, criminal use of drug paraphernalia 2nd, a class A Misdemeanor, and possession of a hypodermic instrument, a class A Misdemeanor. This is Crouch’s second felony drug charge in the past month.
Crouch was processed on his arrest and turned over to the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office for the warrant. Crouch was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment on 5/15/2021 at 5:30pm and was released on all of his charges and able to go back into the public. He is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 5/14/2021 around 12:30pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Ashley N. Short, 32, homeless of Bath, NY. Ashley Short was arrested for Grand Larceny 4th, a class E Felony.
This arrest comes from an incident that occurred on 5/11/2021 where Ashley Short stole a purse out of a vehicle that was parked at a business on W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath. The purse had credit and debit cards inside. She was previously arrested the night before on a separate incident for criminal possession of stolen property 4th, a class E Felony, criminal possession of stolen property 5th, a class A Misdemeanor, and criminal possession of a controlled substance 7th, a class A Misdemeanor. Ashley Short was processed on all her charges and she was then released on appearance tickets. She is due back in the Village of Bath court at a later date.
The Village of Bath Police Department executed a no knock search warrant on May 11th, 2021 at 100 W. Steuben St., the upstairs apartment, in the Village of Bath. Amber Gerow, age 37, of the same address was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, a class D felony and Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree, a class E felony. Ms. Gerow has been charged with several felonies in the past few months and was released every time due to new bail reform laws.
Also arrested on the warrant was Nicholas J. Crouch, age 30, homeless, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree and Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the Second Degree, both class A misdemeanors. He was released on appearance tickets to appear in Bath Village Court at a later date.
Also arrested from the search warrant was Steven Jeffers, 36, of 100 W. Steuben St, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, a class D felony. Mr. Jeffers was charged with Burglary in Third Degree, a class D felony, and Petit Larceny and Burglary 2nd Degree, a class C felony, and Grand Larceny 4th Degree, for a residential burglary. Mr. Jeffers had a warrant out of City of Corning court for failure to appear on charges of possession of burglar tools and petit larceny.
Seized from the house on the search warrant was a truck load of stolen property from at least 3 burglaries, to include several large televisions, stereos, laptops, electronics, and several Steuben County Sheriff’s Office Uniforms with patches. Crystal methamphetamine, scales, packaging materials, suboxone, and cash was seized as well. 2 “zip guns” were found in the residence which are crude homemade guns designed to fire one shot at a time. One was found made for a large caliber rifle round with live ammunition.
Both Gerow and Jeffers were taken to Steuben County Centralized arraignment court where the following day the Assistant District Attorney attempted to get bail set on Mr. Jeffers for the residential burglary and the judge did not. Both Jeffers and Gerow are free at large.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Lawrence A. Rodgers, age 61, of 216 Campbell St., in the Village of Bath, on 2 sealed indictment Superior Court Warrants of Arrest for 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree and 2 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, class D felonies. The arrest stemmed from the sales of crystal methamphetamine in the Village in 2019.
Mr. Rodgers was stopped in his motor vehicle and arrested on the sales warrants and found to have crack cocaine and cash on him. Mr. Rodgers was subsequently charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, a class D felony. Mr. Rodgers is on parole for narcotics trafficking, but New York State Parole refused to issue a parole warrant.
Mr. Rodgers was taken to the Steuben County Jail where he will be arraigned at a later date by a county court judge.
The Bath Police Department then executed a search warrant of Mr. Rodgers apartment and found approx. $16,000 in crack cocaine at his residence along with more cash and packaging materials. This is the largest crack cocaine arrest in Bath PD history. Mr. Rodgers will be also arraigned on the charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree, a class A-II felony for the narcotics in his residence.
The Village of Bath Police Department executed a narcotics search warrant on May 6th, 2021 at 12 W. Washington St., Apt. 201, in the Village of Bath. The warrant was the conclusion of another methamphetamine sales investigation at the residence.
Arrested was Heather L. Baker, age 32, of the same address, for 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree, for possessing methamphetamine and suboxone, Criminal Nuisance in the Second Degree, Attempted Criminal Mischief 4th degree, Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree. Ms. Baker has been released on Forgery 2nd charges, Criminal Possession of a Weapon and drug charges in recent months.
Ms. Baker was taken to the centralized arraignment court for an arraignment later today. More charges are likely after grand jury presentation at a future date. Assisting the Bath Police execute the warrant was a Steuben County Sheriff’s Office Investigator and Steuben County District Attorney’s office Investigator.
On 05/03/2021 at approximately 4:30pm The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of William L. Newton, age 33, of6632 NY-415, Bath, for Criminal Trespass in the second degree, a class A Misdemeanor. The charges allege that Mr. Newton unlawfully entered a residence in the Village of Bath.
Mr. Newton was turned over to the Steuben County Sheriffs Department for further charges and sent to Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
The Village of Bath Police Department has begun for the first time conducting in person sex offender address verifications. If the offender is in violation of the law an investigation will quickly and efficiently be completed and arrests or warrants be made or filed. Previously, unless a tip or complaint was made in regard to a sex offender not living at a location, no officer physically verified the subject lived where they reported.
On 4/26/2021 at approximately 11:50am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Zachary R. Tyler, 20, of Avoca NY. Zachary Tyler was arrested for Criminal Mischief 3rd degree, a class E Felony.
This arrest stems from a Domestic Incident that occurred on Pine Street in the Village of Bath around 6:30am on 4/26/21 where the defendant damaged property worth more than $250.00. Zachary Tyler was transported to the Steuben County Jail for Centralized Arraignment. He will be arraigned on 4/26/21 in the afternoon.
The Village of Bath Police Department executed a no-knock search warrant on April 22nd, 2021 during the early morning hours at 510 W. Washington St., Apt. 203, in the Village of Bath. The warrant was the conclusion of a crack cocaine sales investigation at the residence. A large quantity of crack cocaine was seized valued at approx. $2,000 along with scales and packaging materials. Also seized was a hundreds of dollars in cash.
Arrested was Christian M. Sutton, age 37, of the same address, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, a narcotic drug, with intent to sell, a class B felony. Mr. Sutton is on New York State Parole and a parole warrant was issued.
Mr. Sutton was taken to the Steuben County Centralized Court where he will be arraigned later today.
More charges are likely after grand jury presentation at a future date. Assisting the Bath Police execute the warrant was a Steuben County Sheriff’s Office Investigator and Steuben County District Attorney’s office Investigators.
On 4/18/21 the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Nicholas J. Crouch, 30 of Campbell NY. Crouch was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony, possession of a hypodermic instrument, class A Misdemeanor, false personation, class B Misdemeanor, Menacing 2nd, class A Misdemeanor, and Petit Larceny, class A. Misdemeanor.
This arrest stems from an investigation that occurred on 4/17/2021 on W. Steuben St. in the Village of Bath where Crouch stole property from a person and then threatened the victim with a knife.
Crouch was located by Bath Police Officers on 4/18/21 in front of the Dormann Library in the Village. Crouch provided Officers a false name and was also found to be in possession of a large quantity of suboxone, fentanyl, and packaging material consistent with selling narcotics. Crouch was arrested on his charges and then transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned on 4/19/21 in the morning.
On 4/16/2021 at approximately 11:37pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Joseph A. Burleson, 35, of Savona NY. Joseph Burleson was arrested for Felony Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Content greater than .08%. It was determined that Burleson had a prior conviction of DWI within the past 10 years which makes this charge a class E felony.
This arrest stems from a traffic stop on W. Washington St. in the Village of Bath where it was determined that Burleson was operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Burleson was arrested and processed on his charge. Burleson was issued Uniformed Traffic Tickets and released on an appearance ticket to return to Bath Village court at a later date.
On 4/16/2021 at approximately 9:12pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Jonathon Tymel, 29, of W. William St. in Bath NY. Jonathon Tymel was arrested for Menacing 2nd, a class A misdemeanor and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th, also a class A misdemeanor.
This arrest stems from an incident that occurred on 4/13/2021 on W. William St. in the Village of Bath where Tymel put a knife to the victim’s face, making the victim fearful. On 4/16/2021 around 9:12pm, Bath Police Officers located Tymel on W. Steuben St. and arrested him for the menacing charge. Incident to arrest, he was also found to be in possession of methamphetamine. Tymel was processed on his charges and then transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned on 4/17/2021.
On 4/16/2021 at approximately 7:45pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Evin A. Swarthout, 29, of Howell St. in Bath NY. Evin Swarthout was arrested for forcible touching, a class A Misdemeanor.
This arrest stems from an incident that occurred on 4/13/2021. Swarthout is currently on Parole and is a registered sex offender. Swarthout was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned on 4/17/2021. Due to Swarthout being arrested, NYS Parole issued a Violation of Parole Warrant. Swarthout is currently being held at the Steuben County Jail.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Brentin L. Austin, age 33, of 13 West Washington St., upstairs rear apartment, Bath, NY. The arrest stems into an investigation into the sales of crystal methamphetamine in the Village of Bath. The charges are from sealed indictment warrants from Superior Court alleging 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, all class D felonies. Mr. Austin was processed and taken to the Steuben County Jail until he can be arraigned by a Steuben County Court Judge at a later date.
The investigation was the work of the Steuben County DA’s office investigators, Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, Corning Police Department, and the Bath Police.
The Village of Bath Police Department executed a no-knock search warrant on April 15th, 2021 during the early morning hours at 100 W. Steuben St. The warrant was the conclusion of a methamphetamine sales investigation at the residence. A large quantity of crystal methamphetamine was seized along with scales and packaging materials. Amber M. Gerow, age 37, of 100 W. Steuben St., Bath, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, a class B felony. Ms. Gerow was taken to the Steuben County Centralized Arraignment Court where she will be arraigned later this evening.
Steven R. Jeffers, age 36, of 100 W. Steuben St., Bath was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th degree, a class A misdemeanor. William Newton, age 33, of the Holland American Motel on State Route 415, Bath, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th degree, a class A misdemeanor. Both Jeffers and Newton were issued appearance tickets and released to re-appear in Bath Village Court at a later date.
More charges are likely after grand jury presentation at a future date. Assisting the Bath Police execute the warrant was a Steuben County Sheriff’s Office Investigator and a Steuben County District Attorney’s office Investigator.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of William L. Newton, age 33, of 6632 State Route 415 Bath, NY. The arrest comes after investigation into a stolen bicycle and trespass complaint. Newton was arrested for petit larceny and criminal possession of stolen property both of which class A misdemeanors. Newton was transported to Steuben County Jail for centralized arraignment.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrests of Thomas C. Duane, age 33, and Heather Duane, age 32, of 12 W. Washington, upstairs front apartment, Bath, NY. The arrests stems from a narcotics investigation into the sale of crystal methamphetamine from the residence. A no knock search warrant was executed by the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office Critical Incident Response Team and assisted by the Livingston County Critical Incident Response Team. A large sum of methamphetamine, suspected fentanyl, and cash was seized.
Mr. Duane was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, a class B felony. Mrs. Duane was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree, a class A misdemeanor, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a class D felony. Both Mr. and Mrs. Duane are multiple convicted felons and were sent to the Steuben County Jail to be arraigned at CAP court. More charges are expected on Mr. Duane pending grand jury presentation.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Christopher M. Aldrich, age 41, homeless, on 2 Superior Court Warrants alleging 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree and 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, all class B felonies. The charges stem from the sale of fentanyl on Belfast St. in the Village of Bath in 2020. Mr. Aldrich was processed and taken to the Steuben County Jail where he will be arraigned later by a County Court Judge.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Devin E. Smith, age 28, of Bath, NY for Falsely Reporting an Incident in the Third Degree, a class A misdemeanor. Mr. Smith was processed and issued an appearance ticket to appear in Bath Village Court on April 14th, 2021. The arrest was the result of an investigation in which Mr. Smith reported to 911 that a Bath Police Officer was driving intoxicated. A very thorough investigation found the report to be a complete fabrication.
On 3/25/2021 at approximately 6:50pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of James T. Smith, 32, of Bath, NY, for Disorderly Conduct, a violation.
The Village of Bath Police Department were dispatched to the Kwik Fill on W. Morris St. in the Village of Bath for a report of a suspicious male. Officers made contact with the male, identified as James T. Smith. He was asked to leave the Kwik Fill property and he started to create a scene by using offensive language and causing public alarm. There were multiple citizens going in and out of the store at that time.
James T. Smith was issued an appearance ticket and is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 3/27/2021 at approximately 2:30pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Brittany F. Farnham, 24, of Corning NY, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th and possession of a hypodermic instrument. Both class A misdemeanors.
While assisting a Steuben County Sheriff Deputy at an apartment complex on West Steuben St. in the Village of Bath, Officers found Brittany Farnham to be in possession of a used hypodermic needle and also a small plastic bag containing methamphetamine.
Farnham was transported back the Bath Police Department to be processed on her charges and she was then released on an appearance ticket. She is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
The Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of William J. Seymore, age 31, of Rochester, NY for 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, and 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, all class B felonies. The arrests stem from sealed indictment warrants issued by Steuben County Superior Court alleging the sale of crack cocaine in the Village of Bath in 2019. A search warrant in February, 2019 in the Village of Bath led to Mr. Seymore’s arrest for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree and a warrant had been issued on that charge for failure to appear as well. Mr. Seymore was arraigned via Skype from the Monroe County Jail where he is on other charges.
On 3/26/2021 at approximately 12:46am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Kevin P. Riff, 43, of Addison NY, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th.
During a traffic stop on West Morris St. in the Village of Bath, Riff was found to be in possession of methamphetamine. Riff was transported to Bath Police Department for processing on his charge and released on an appearance ticket. Riff was also issued traffic citations. Riff is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 3/16/2021 at approximately 11:00pm, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Dillon L. Cook, 23, of Elmira for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th, a class A Misdemeanor.
This arrest stems from a traffic stop on Gansevoort Street in the Village of Bath. Upon investigation, Dillon L. Cook was found to be in possession of methamphetamine. Dillon cook was processed on his charge and then released on an appearance ticket.
Cook is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 03/17/2021 around 2:20pm, the Village of Bath Police Department responded to Mountain View apartment complex on May St. for the report of 2 males causing a disturbance. Upon investigation, patrols located both subjects and after interview a Jordan E. Parkhurst was found to be in possession of heroin, marihuana and multiple needles.
Jordan E. Parkhurst was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th degree, a class A misdemeanor. Parkhurst was processed and then released on an appearance ticket. Parkhurst is due back in Bath Village Court at a later date.
On 3/21/2021 at approximately 12:36am, the Village of Bath Police Department reports the arrest of Keith C. Graves, 61, of Buell Street in the Village of Bath. Keith C. Graves was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class D Felony and he was also issued multiple traffic citations.
This arrest stems from a traffic stop initiated on Buell Street in the Village of Bath. During the investigation, Bath Village Police recovered a quantity of Crack/Cocaine that Keith Graves possessed. Also recovered was cash, and drug paraphernalia.
Keith Graves was processed and transported to the Steuben County Jail. Graves was due to be arraigned on his current charges in the morning of 3/21/21. Graves is currently on probation for dangerous drugs.