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05/29/2026

Corrections Academy Graduation

Sheriff Fancher, Undersheriff Lizzio, Jail Administrator Butler, and Sergeant Baker were honored to attend the graduation of Corrections Officers Joshua Harrington, Gregory Post, Nathan DeLaCruz and Sierra Sipperly from Session 1-A of the Capital Region Unified Corrections Academy today.

Their hard work, discipline, and commitment have prepared the to begin a career of service, professionalism, and integrity within the corrections profession.

The role of a Correction Officer is one of tremendous responsibility. You are entrusted with maintaining safety, security, and order while treating all iwith fairness and respect. The training you completed has equipped you with the skills necessary to meet the challenges ahead, but your character and dedication will define your success.

On behalf of the Sheriff’s Office, congratulations on this significant achievement. We thank you for your willingness to serve and wish you a safe, successful, and rewarding career.

05/27/2026

Sheriff's Office Arrests Two Following Blenheim Altercation Investigation

On Sunday, May 24, 2026, members of the Sheriff's Office responded to North Road in the Town of Blenheim for a report of an altercation involving two groups of individuals.
Deputies learned that during the altercation, members of one of the groups allegedly discharged a firearm in proximity to the opposing group. Through interviews and investigation at the scene, involved individuals were identified and search warrants were obtained. Ex*****on of the search warrants resulted in additional evidence being recovered; however, the investigation remained active and ongoing.
On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, investigators conducted additional interviews and examined further evidence related to the incident. On Tuesday evening, two individuals were located and arrested in connection with the investigation.
The individuals charged were identified as:

Dominic Scarpellini, age 21 of Blenhiem

• Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree (Class D Felony)
• Reckless Endangerment 1st Degree (Class D Felony)
• Menacing 2nd Degree (Class A Misdemeanor)
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Class A Misdemeanor)
• Conspiracy 5th Degree (Class A Misdemeanor)

Nicholas Sitcer, age 45 of Jefferson

• Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree (Class D Felony)
• Reckless Endangerment 1st Degree (Class D Felony)
• Conspiracy 5th Degee (Class A Misdemeanor)
• Criminal Facilitation 4th Degree (Class A Misdemeanor)

Both individuals were processed and held at the Schoharie County Jail prior to arraignment through Schoharie County Centralized Arraignment. After arraignment, both were released with pre-trial services through the Schoharie County Probation Department.
The investigation remains ongoing. Additional arrests or charges may be pending.

The Sheriff's Office was assisted at the initial scene by the New York State Police (NYSP) and SUNY Cobleskill Police. Additional assistance was provided by NYSP Troop G BCI Investigators during this investigation.

No further information is available for release at this time.

05/25/2026

Today we remember the heroes who never made it home.

The men and women who gave their tomorrows for our freedom, our families, our traditions, and every moment we often take for granted.

As we gather with loved ones, enjoy a day at the beach, attend a parade, or share a meal together, let us pause to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Raise a glass, fly the flag, and hold your loved ones a little closer today.

Land of the free because of the brave. ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

05/22/2026

This past week, the Schoharie County Mounted Unit attended National Police Week in Washington, D.C., proudly representing Schoharie County during memorial events honoring the families of fallen law enforcement officers from across the country.

In addition to participating in memorial services on the National Mall and at the United States Capitol alongside mounted units from around the nation — totaling more than 100 horses — several days of specialized training were conducted at Manassas Battlefield, Frying Pan Farm Park, and Herndon, Virginia.

The training included engaging targets with a firearm from horseback, drone response training, obstacle and desensitization training for mounted units, and equitation instruction. Deputy Sheriff Scott Claus also served as a co-instructor alongside members of the Los Angeles Police Department, teaching mounted crowd control techniques to fellow law enforcement officers.

Following the memorial events and training sessions, deputies participated in two days of interagency mounted competitions, including dressage, western equitation, uniform inspection, and obstacle course events.

Competing against up to 40 riders in some classes, Deputy Claus earned 5th place in uniform inspection, 6th place in dressage, 2nd place in western equitation, and 7th place in the obstacle course competition. His combined scores across all events resulted in an impressive 5th place overall finish.

We are proud of Deputy Claus for his professionalism, dedication, and outstanding representation of the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office during National Police Week.

05/21/2026

Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office Memorial Ceremony

In honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, we paused to honor and remember the members of the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our county and its residents.

Sheriff Henry Steadman - End of Watch: July 17, 1930

Deputy Sheriff Loren Veley - End of Watch: September 8, 1912

Deputy Sheriff William Huddleston - End of Watch: October 9, 1818

Three men. Three eras. One enduring legacy.

Each answered the call to serve. Each faced violence in the performance of that duty. And each gave his life in service to the people of Schoharie County.

Their names are forever memorialized on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C., the New York State Police Officers Memorial in Albany, and on the memorial plaque outside the Harvey E. Stoddard Public Safety Facility.

Today, we were humbled to stand alongside current and retired members of our Office, including past Sheriffs and Undersheriffs, friends, and family as we honored their memory and reflected on their courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting others.

Their service reminds us that freedom, safety, and community often come at a tremendous cost — one carried by those willing to answer the call no matter the danger. We remain forever grateful and forever indebted to these fallen heroes.

“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”

05/19/2026

Thank you to Cobleskill-Richmondville Central Schools for inviting us to participate in their 7th Grade Fun Day! Members of the Sheriff’s Office joined the Schoharie County Youth Bureau, the Schoharie County Department of Health, Cobleskill Fire Department and MANY more organizations to make this a fun and memorable day for the 7th grade class.

05/18/2026

Congratulations to our very own Rebecca Brisley on being named a Times Journal Top 5 Changemaker in the “Women” category! In addition to being an experienced emergency service provider and leader within the Communications Division of the Sheriff’s Office, Rebecca also supports charitable endeavors in her free time such as the Lexington ARC.

“Becky's love and compassion for her community, as well as for the men and women serving in fire, law enforcement, and EMS, are evident in everything she does. Her ability to remain calm under pressure and lead with grace has earned the respect of both emergency personnel and residents throughout the county.”

05/16/2026

The Sheriff’s Office participated in a fun-filled and educational morning at Middleburgh High School on Wednesday! The Middleburgh SADD chapter invited us to be apart of a pre-prom season awareness event. We conducted a mock crash which included a DWI arrest, extrication of a passenger by the Fire Department and treatment and transport of patients by EMS. Additionally, students were able to participate in a whole host of activities afterward, including educational booths, a driving simulator, and a BAC goggle obstacle course.
We would like to thank MCS and the Middleburgh SADD chapter for involving us and for hosting the event. Thanks also to the Schoharie County Probation Department, Middleburgh and West Fulton Fire Departments, the Schoharie County Council on Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Schoharie County EMS, A&M Towing and last but certainly not least, Eilene Fisher for her moulage work on our “patients”! Thank you all for helping to make this event impactful and successful.

05/15/2026

Deputy Sheriff Scott Claus of the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office is proudly representing our agency this week in Washington, D.C. during National Police Week while competing and training with the North American Police Equestrian Council (NAPEC).

Deputy Claus is participating alongside fellow mounted law enforcement officers from across the country in NAPEC training events, competitions, and championship events that showcase the professionalism, discipline, and skill of mounted police units.

We are proud of Deputy Claus for his dedication to the mounted unit and for representing Schoharie County on a national stage. Best of luck throughout the NAPEC competitions and championships in Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸

05/14/2026

5-15-2026 UPDATE: The subject involved in this incident was located on property adjacent to the campground and not on the grounds of Gilboa KOA Holiday. However, rounds associated with the incident did reach campground property.

We apologize for any confusion or miscommunication regarding this detail and appreciate the public’s understanding as the investigation continues.

UPDATE: Schoharie County Sheriff's Office Announces Arrest Following Shots Fired Investigation in Gilboa

SCHOHARIE COUNTY, NY - On Wednesday, May 13, deputies from the Schoharie County Sheriff's Office arrested a suspect in connection with a reported shots fired incident that occurred on May 10 at the KOA Campground on Stryker Road in the Town of Gilboa.

Following an investigation, deputies charged 24-year-old Shmuel Seskutov, of Oneonta, with the following offenses:
• Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a Class D Felony
• Criminal Possession of a Firearm, a Class E Felony (two counts)
• Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor

Seskutov was arraigned before the Schoharie County Centralized Arraignment Part Court and released under electronic monitoring supervised by Schoharie County Probation. He is scheduled to appear in the Gilboa Town Court at a later date.
The investigation remains ongoing.

**All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.**

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157 Steadman Way
Howes Cave, NY
12092

Telephone

+15182958114

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http://www.schohariecounty-ny.gov/CountyWebSite/Sheriff/sheriffhome.html

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