GENESEO – Livingston County officials say dash cam video released today show that a Geneseo police officer was justified in shooting at two suspects who threatened him during a routine traffic stop in July before fleeing into a nearby cornfield. While officials are still searching for fugitive David Morgan, they argue that Morgan, 49, made a series of poor decisions from violating parole in North Carolina to leaving his vehicle with … [Read more...]
Off Campus Fight Results in Charges for Batavia Man
GENESEO – A Bataiva man who was involved in an off campus party fight where the skull of a SUNY Geneseo student was fractured, has been charged. According to Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian, Ahdeosun Aiken, 19, was charged with assault in the third degree and harassment in the second degree. Aiken, who is not a student at SUNY Geneseo was transported from Genesee County Jail where he is being held on unrelated charges. The GeneseeSun.com … [Read more...]
Cops Solve Geneseo Hit-and-Run
GENESEO – The Geneseo Police Department solved a hit-and-run investigation this week. According to activity reports from Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian, there was a minor fender bender at the Highlands Apartments on Meadow Drive. "A community tip led police to a suspect and suspect vehicle in Mount Morris," said Osganian. "We ticketed the driver for Unsafe Backing and Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident." Osganian said … [Read more...]
Geneseo Police: Social Host Law Now in Effect to Curb Open-Air Parties
GENESEO – The locally controversial 'Social Host Law' that establishes fines and possible short-term imprisonment for people in control of the premises where drugs or alcohol are being distributed illegally has cleared with New York State and is now in full effect within the Village. Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian said that with the closure of the Inn Between, the renovations at the Vital Spot and the loss of Kelly's Saloon, the danger is … [Read more...]
ALERT: Geneseo Police Seeking Village Thief
GENESEO – Village Police are seeking this person in connection to a trespass and theft of several items from an unlocked car on Livingston Street on July 25. Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian says that the homeowner had a home surveillance system and submitted the above raw video to police. The video shows a glimpse of the subject approaching the house at the 4:32:53 a.m. mark. "Video from security cameras shows the suspect walking up to … [Read more...]
Geneseo Police Patrolling Kelly’s for ‘In Memoriam’ Gatherings
GENESEO – Village police are monitoring the building and back alley of Kelly's Saloon, which was lost in a fire last Wednesday, July 29, to check for anyone who might try to enter or gather beyond caution fences in memory of the legendary bar. Village police say that the structure of the Kelly's building is a hazard, and a few individuals have already been stopped from crossing hazard zones. "We've been monitoring the area and sending foot … [Read more...]
Geneseo Police Officer Surprised to See Tv Host John Walsh
GENESEO – Geneseo Police Officer Zach Hinkson got an unexpected photo op when he came across the former host of America's Most Wanted while on duty. Apparently John Walsh, who now hosts The Hunt With John Walsh, and his family enjoy a jaunt in the Genesee Valley on horseback as much as anyone. "The officer saw Walsh while working and grabbed a quick photo," said Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian. "You never know who you may run … [Read more...]
Flower Delivery Man Threatens to Shoot Main Street Worker Over Parking
GENESEO – An apparently touchy flower delivery man allegedly threatened to shoot a construction worker with the Main Street waterline replacement project on Tuesday, July 21, when he was told to move his vehicle from an area that was closed due to construction outside of a Main Street florist shop. Francis Bodnar, 73, of Irondequoit, was arrested by Geneseo Police Officer Travis Lana for Harassment in the Second Degree, a Violation, after … [Read more...]
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation Arrests on the Rise in Geneseo
GENESEO – Ten people have been arrested within the past ten days by Geneseo Police and the Livingston County Sheriff's Office for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle (AUO). According to Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian, a New York State driver's license can be suspended, revoked or withdrawn for many different reasons, including family court violations, owing back taxes, or failing to appear in court. "A lot of drivers get … [Read more...]
County’s Cops Crack Down on Buckle-Up Law
GENESEO – All levels of law enforcement are cracking down on seatbelt laws across the country for the Memorial Day holiday. In a press release from Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian, the Geneseo Police Department would like to remind motorists of the importance of using seat belts and child safety restraints, and advise that all police will be running seat belt details to ensure the law is being followed. "We along with the Sheriff's … [Read more...]