Lancaster, N.Y. Police Department

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The Lancaster Police Department proudly serves the Town of Lancaster, a community of 45,106 residents (as of the 2020 census). Lancaster is a suburb of the city of Buffalo, NY. The Department currently has 52 sworn officers and 15 civilian employees. In addition to our uniformed Patrol division, we have several specialized units, including a Detective Bureau, Emergency Response Team, Accident Inve

stigation Unit and three School Resource Officers. The current Chief of Police is William J. The Lancaster Police Department is a New York State Department of Criminal Justice Accredited agency. Mission Statement
The Lancaster Police Department endeavors to provide the community with a safe and thriving environment by deterring and effectively responding to disorder, problematic conditions and crime. The women and men of the Lancaster Police Department shall respect and protect the rights of individuals and act in collaboration with, and for the benefit of, the public. They are expected to serve with courage, professionalism and sound judgment.

We want to congratulate and welcome John Lapiana! John was appointed as a police officer at last night’s town board meet...
07/16/2024

We want to congratulate and welcome John Lapiana! John was appointed as a police officer at last night’s town board meeting and will start the Erie County Law Enforcement 144th Basic Course for Police Officers on Monday, July 29, 2024.

Blotter 6/14/24 – 6/20/24Calls for service – 541EMS – 110YOUTH ACTIVITY – Patrol responded to a Transit Rd. grocery loca...
07/16/2024

Blotter 6/14/24 – 6/20/24
Calls for service – 541
EMS – 110

YOUTH ACTIVITY – Patrol responded to a Transit Rd. grocery location for a report of several youths with Orbeeze guns shooting towards cars. Patrol arrived on location and determined that another youth was shooting at this group with Orbeez from his car earlier and it continued through the parking lot towards Walmart, circling back more than once. The youths were advised of their actions and Orbeez guns were taken back to the house of one of the youths.

RECKLESS DRIVING – Patrol was on Genesee St. conducting a traffic detail, when a black motorcycle was observed traveling at a high rate of speed eastbound on Genesee. Patrol attempted to get behind it in an effort to make a traffic stop. The motorcycle continued on, eventually turning around to face oncoming patrol and flipping them the middle finger as he drove by. As patrol was attempting to make the stop, it became clear that the motorcycle was not going to yield to patrol, so in order to maintain safety, patrol shut off emergency lights and was no longer attempting to stop the motorcycle. The motorcycle was observed by another officer and photographed turning into Lancaster Speedway on Gunville Rd. Patrol was able to locate the motorcycle in question and its owner. The owner was taken into custody for reckless driving and unlawful fleeing, as well as issued several traffic tickets. The motorcycle was towed.

LEAVING SCENE PDO ACCIDENT – Patrol was dispatched for a report of a Hit and Run that had just occurred in the parking lot of a Transit Rd. grocery store. Complainant stated that the striking vehicle had left in an unknown direction. Complainant stated that as they were backing out of a parking spot, so was the vehicle behind them and they both touched each other’s rear bumpers. Complainant stated that when she looked at the male driving the vehicle, he just shrugged his shoulders and left. Patrol reviewed camera footage. Investigation pending.

AGGRAVATED UNLICENSED OPERATION 3RD – Patrol was traveling southbound on Harris Hill, approaching Genesee St. when a vehicle was observed traveling east bound on Genesee, crossing Harris Hill and passing a steady red signal. Patrol initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. A query of the driver’s ID returned a status of suspended. The driver was issued traffic tickets and a driver with a valid license took possession of the vehicle.

RECOVERED STOLEN PROPERTY – Patrol responded to the area of Walden and Sheldon Ave. for a report of a vehicle with a possible stolen license plate. Patrol located the vehicle in question and conducted a traffic stop. The driver was able to provide patrol with his license, but could not provide any documentation for the vehicle. The driver stated that the vehicle did not belong to him and that he was just using it. Patrol was able to determine that the plate had belonged on a completely different vehicle. Driver was issued traffic tickets for unregistered motor vehicle, uninsured motor vehicle, and uninspected motor vehicle. The plate was recovered and the vehicle was towed.

Police Blotter – 6/7/24 – 6/13/24Calls for service – 515EMS – 99REFER TO PATROL – Received a report of multiple baby duc...
07/09/2024

Police Blotter – 6/7/24 – 6/13/24
Calls for service – 515
EMS – 99

REFER TO PATROL – Received a report of multiple baby ducklings that fell into a sewer grate and were trying to get out. Dispatch spoke with the NY Department of Environmental Conservation who stated they would attempt to get an officer over to that location. Erie County Sewer was notified to see if they could assist with taking the grate off of the sewer. They arrived on location with patrol and were able to return the ducklings to their mother.

AGGRAVATED UNLICENSED OPERATION 3RD – Patrol responded to a restaurant for an “Attempt to Locate” for a male who was observed drinking an alcoholic beverage while driving his vehicle. The complainant stated that the operator came to the restaurant and was consuming a Twisted Tea (alcoholic beverage) when receiving his food order at the drive through window. Complainant also stated that the vehicle had stopped in the parking lot next to the restaurant. While patrol was responding to the reported location, the vehicle in question was observed traveling northbound on Transit Rd. Patrol initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. The driver admitted to consuming one Twisted Tea while driving. Patrol conducted Standard Field Sobriety Tests. The driver passed the tests and was deemed fit to drive. However, a query of the driver’s license returned him with a suspended status in NYS for insurance not in effect. Driver was issued Traffic Tickets for suspension as well as having an open container of alcohol in vehicle. The vehicle was released on location to a driver with a valid license.

FOUND PROPERTY – While on routine patrol in the village, an officer observed a pink purse in the roadway. The property had appeared to have been gone through, as all the pockets of the purse were open, and not much was left in the purse. Patrol did locate a NYS ID in the purse. Patrol drove to the home address located in Depew. Upon arrival, patrol was walking up the driveway and noticed that the driver’s side door of the vehicle in the driveway was ajar. Patrol made contact with the owner who verified she had left the purse in her vehicle and confirmed someone went through her car. Patrol contacted Depew PD and turned the case over to them.

ARREST ON WARRANT – Patrol received a county chat request from Kenmore PD to check a local hotel for a vehicle whose owner had an active arrest warrant out of their jurisdiction. Patrol located the vehicle and was able to take the owner into custody without incident. The owner was then turned over to Kenmore Pd.

AGGRAVATED UNLICENSED OPERATION 3RD – Patrol was dispatched to the Broadway/Bowen area for a report of a road rage incident that had just occurred on Broadway. The complainant witnessed the vehicle in question traveling eastbound on Broadway from Bowen Rd. Patrol was traveling westbound on Broadway and located the vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. Patrol turned around and initiated a stop on the vehicle. The driver stated that the complainant was driving in front of him and kept “slamming on his brakes” so he sped up to get in front of him. Patrol ran a DMV query of the driver, which returned him with a suspended status. Patrol issued him traffic tickets and released him at the scene. A properly licensed driver arrived on location to take possession of the vehicle.

PETIT LARCENY – Patrol was dispatched to a Transit Rd. grocery store for a report of a shoplifting that had just occurred. The store manager reported that he was performing his nightly closing routine, when another employee informed him that a “walk out” was in progress. The employee stated that he recovered a cart full of unpaid merchandise over by the self-checkout area. The employee stated that he observed a female walk past all points of sale. He began to follow her outside of the main entrance. When he questioned why she didn’t pay for the merchandise, she just kept repeating “okay.” He then observed her grabbing some of the merchandise out of the shopping cart and placing it into a plastic bag while continuing to walk away. The plastic bag began to rip and the stolen merchandise was falling into the parking lot. The female continued on through the parking lot on foot. Patrol was not able to locate the female in the area. Patrol viewed video surveillance. Investigation pending.

POSSESSION STOLEN PROPERTY 4TH – Patrol responded to a Transit Rd. department store for a report of a larceny in progress from a vehicle. Complainant reported a male suspiciously going through a vehicle, while a second male went into the store. Complainant stated that the male first entered through the driver’s side door and began quickly rummaging through the vehicle. The male then exited the vehicle, moved to the passenger side door and did the same thing. Complainant stated that he was removing things from the vehicle and placing it in a backpack. The male then exited the vehicle and also entered the store. The complainant noticed the vehicle was missing the driver’s side front and back door handles, but had already contacted the PD. Patrol arrived on location. The vehicle that was being rummaged through was listed as a stolen vehicle out of Cheektowaga. Patrol positioned themselves to make contact with the male who was in the vehicle and whomever he arrived with. Patrol made contact with them both. Both had additional stolen property on them as well as narcotics. They were taken into custody and the vehicle was turned over to Cheektowaga.

Subject LOCATED safe by relative.  *****MISSING PERSON*****Lancaster Police are attempting to locate and check the welfa...
07/06/2024

Subject LOCATED safe by relative.

*****MISSING PERSON*****

Lancaster Police are attempting to locate and check the welfare of a 76 y/o male by the name of Henry Haug. Henry resides in Lancaster and left his residence in a white 2015 Acura RDX SUV (NY JRJ4600) similar to the one pictured here, at approximately 8:00 am on 7/5 and has not been seen or heard from since. Henry does not have his phone or wallet with him and his direction of travel is unknown. If anyone has information on Henry's whereabouts, please contact Lancaster Police at 716-683-2800, option 3. Thank you and please share.

07/04/2024

Driving this ? Leave lit to the fireworks. 🎇 Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

Tips to celebrate safely: NHTSA.gov/celebrate-america-safely-july-4th

Stop by to learn more about a career in Law Enforcement.  Meet Officers from area police departments and see some of the...
07/02/2024

Stop by to learn more about a career in Law Enforcement. Meet Officers from area police departments and see some of the specialized equipment they use.

Police Blotter – 5/31/24 – 6/6/24Calls to service – 555EMS – 113ANIMAL LOOSE – Patrol received reports of a bear wanderi...
06/30/2024

Police Blotter – 5/31/24 – 6/6/24
Calls to service – 555
EMS – 113

ANIMAL LOOSE – Patrol received reports of a bear wandering around the area of Division Street in the village. Patrol arrived on location and spoke with the complainant. The complainant stated that the bear was just wandering around the area and headed back into the woods before patrol’s arrival. Patrol advised to make sure any pets were indoors and not to chase or approach the bear.

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED – Patrol was dispatched to a Transit Rd. hotel for a report of an unwanted guest. Complainant stated that a woman, who appeared to be intoxicated, was yelling obscenities in front of guests. The female then got into a car and drove north on to Transit Rd. Patrol was able to locate the vehicle, and initiate a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the driver, patrol observed signs of intoxication. Patrol conducted Standard Field Sobriety Tests on the driver. The driver failed and was taken into custody.

LEAVING SCENE INJURY ACCIDENT – Patrol responded to the village for a report of a bicyclist that had been struck an hour earlier. Patrol arrived at the residence were LVAC was on location doing an evaluation. The victim stated he was turning out of a parking lot on his E-bike when an unknown vehicle had struck him from behind knocking him off his E-bike. Victim stated that the vehicle then continued down the road. The victim stated that he was wearing a motorcycle helmet at the time of the incident and that he only had pain in his wrist and knee. Patrol checked the area for camera footage locating a business with a camera. Investigation pending.

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED – Patrol was traveling southbound on Penora St. when a vehicle was observed traveling northbound at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was out of control and swerving. The vehicle then entered the southbound lane of traveling almost striking patrol’s vehicle. Patrol initiated a traffic stop. When contact with the driver was made, signs of intoxication were observed. Patrol conducted Standard Field Sobriety Tests. The driver failed the tests and was taken into custody.

ARREST ON WARRANT – Patrol was traveling on Transit Rd. when a vehicle was observed failing to use a turn signal. Patrol initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. The car was being driven by a female with a male in the passenger seat. Prior to making contact with the occupants of the vehicle, dispatch notified patrol that there was an outstanding warrant out of Erie County for the registered owner of the vehicle. Patrol then made contact with the driver, who was the registered owner of the vehicle. The female was taken into custody and issued a traffic ticket for failure to signal and turned over to the Erie County Sheriff’s Dept.

AGGRAVATED UNLICENSED OPERATION 2ND – Patrol responded to Transit Rd., for a report of a three car accident that had just occurred. Upon arrival, no injuries were reported from any occupants of the vehicles. A DMV query of all the operators returned two of the drivers as having suspended licenses. Both drivers were arrested and issued several traffic tickets. All three vehicles were towed from the scene.

06/29/2024

Troopers have learned of a new sophisticated scam and want the public to be aware. New York State Police in Oneonta recently discovered that an unknown suspect stole the identity of a property owner in Otsego County. That unknown suspect then forged a New Jersey Driver’s License and attempted to sell the property through a local relator. Luckily the suspect ran into a snafu because the deed had additional owners on it, and it raised some red flags and stalled the sale. That’s when the realtor became suspicious and learned that the actual owner had no clue that someone was trying to sell his property. Due to the diligence of the realtor, no sale was made and no money was lost. If you believe that you may be a victim or know of anyone that is part of this scam, contact your nearest law enforcement agency as this may be part of a much larger scam.

06/28/2024

Lancaster Police Detectives and officers, in cooperation with the Erie County Sheriff’s Office Human Trafficking Unit as part of the Western District of New York Human Trafficking Task Force, worked together to arrest Andrell Montgomery, 21, of the City of Buffalo, for S*x Trafficking of a Child. Please see the press release from Sheriff Garcia for additional information.

The following is information being passed along from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee:The Ford Driving Skills for...
06/24/2024

The following is information being passed along from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee:

The Ford Driving Skills for Life Safety in Mobility program is a free hands-on course coming to Buffalo on July 13 and 14 to help teens with a permit or license improve their skills by calling their attention to the needs of vulnerable road users. Participants are able to experience what it is like to be a vulnerable road user from the perspective of a driver and the perspective of a pedestrian, cyclist or scooter rider. Sign your teen up for this 1-hour course at https://drivingskillsforlife.com/training/hands-on-training. Space is limited.

Police Blotter – 5/24/24 – 5/30/24Calls for service – 506EMS – 93DRIVING WITH SUSPENDED REGISTRATION – Patrol was travel...
06/24/2024

Police Blotter – 5/24/24 – 5/30/24
Calls for service – 506
EMS – 93

DRIVING WITH SUSPENDED REGISTRATION – Patrol was traveling west bound on Broadway when a random license plate check was conducted. The query returned the status of the license as suspended. Patrol initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. The driver was informed that her license was suspended. She provided a license which returned with a valid status. The driver was issued traffic tickets and the vehicle was towed. The driver was released at the scene.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY – Patrol responded to a town residence for a report of an unknown person attempting to open his front door. Complainant stated that a male all dressed in black, with a black Carhartt hoodie and shorts tried to open his front door. Patrol arrived on location, but was unable to locate the male. The complainant provided patrol with videos from his camera. Investigation pending.

UUV 3RD – Patrol responded to a town residence for a report of a stolen vehicle that happened sometime in the middle of the night. Complainant stated she woke up to find that her vehicle was taken from her driveway. Complainant believed that she may have had left her keys in the vehicle. Her security camera captured the incident. The unknown subject is in the driver seat of the vehicle backing out of the driveway. Another unknown subject entered the front passenger side of the vehicle as it was backing out of the driveway. In the street, in front of the complainant’s house, another vehicle is seen and appears to be involved. County wide attempt to locates were sent out with the vehicle descriptions. Investigation pending.

LARCENY ATTEMPT – Patrol received a report from a town resident that a male was seen looking into the passenger side window of their vehicle, who then left in a gray SUV. Patrol immediately checked the surrounding area, but was unable to locate anything matching that description. Patrol then spoke with a witness, who stated that she was on the second floor of her residence looking out the front window at her front yard when she noticed the SUV parked towards the south side of her home. She gave a description of a male that had exited the vehicle and attempted to open the passenger side of the vehicle, but was unsuccessful due to it being locked. She stated she had knocked on her window yelling for him to get away from her vehicle, which caused him to run off. Information forwarded to Detective Bureau.

DISTURBANCE – Patrol received a call from an employee at a Transit Rd. hotel of a guest who was refusing to leave and had been yelling at housekeeping as well as the female he was staying in the room with. Patrol arrived on location and spoke to the individuals. They claimed that no domestic had occurred and the male had taken prescribed meds and also was drinking, which according to her, is a common occurrence. The female stated that she was not concerned and they both left the hotel.

UNKNOWN TROUBLE – Patrol was dispatched to a Transit Rd. hotel. Dispatch stated that there was a female caller on the line talking to another party saying, “I had asked you to leave,” and then hung up. Dispatch was able to get ahold of the female. She stated that she had rented a room with a male and that she was not staying and wanted him to leave as well. She stated everything was fine and then hung up once more before any personal information could be obtained. Patrol arrived on location and verified that it was a verbal argument only that took place between the male and female and that the female was leaving back to Cleveland and she was fine with the male staying at the hotel room.

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 4TH – Patrol responded to a village residence for a report of a Criminal Mischief that had occurred. The complainant stated that the front driver side window of her vehicle had been smashed in and damaged. The complainant stated that nothing was missing from the car and there was no other damage to any other cars in the driveway. Patrol arrived on location and attempted to locate what could have caused the damage. The complainant stated that she did not have issues with anyone and it is possible that the damage may have come from her two young nephews who were playing in that area earlier. The complainant does have cameras, but they were frozen at that time and she could not view the footage. She stated she will view the footage at a later time. Investigation pending.

06/15/2024

🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ Help Keep Pedestrians Safe - Motorists turning right or left at an intersection should always look both ways for pedestrians and yield the right of way.

Here are some pictures of K9 Finley at a few visit’s he made throughout the year.  It is always our pleasure to bring hi...
06/12/2024

Here are some pictures of K9 Finley at a few visit’s he made throughout the year. It is always our pleasure to bring him around to interact with all those in the community. Ofc Sparfeld and K9 Finley enjoy meeting everyone.

Police Blotter – 5/17/24 – 5/23/24Calls for Service – 597EMS – 112LEAVING SCENE PDO ACC – Patrol responded to the addres...
06/10/2024

Police Blotter – 5/17/24 – 5/23/24
Calls for Service – 597
EMS – 112

LEAVING SCENE PDO ACC – Patrol responded to the address of a town resident for a report of a hit and run accident that had occurred. Complainant stated that a vehicle struck a NYS DOT street sign, damaged the sign, and then the left the area. Patrol was able to obtain a photo of the striking vehicle with a clear view of the license plate. Patrol was able to track down the driver of the striking vehicle. He admitted to operating the vehicle at the time of the accident. Patrol issued traffic tickets to the driver.

AGGRAVATED UNLICENSED OPERATION 2ND – Patrol was in the area of Central and Walden, when a vehicle was observed traveling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was accelerating rapidly up to approximately 70-75 mph, in an area where other motorists and joggers were occupying the roadway and nearby sidewalks. Patrol was able to catch up to the vehicle, but was unable to run the license plate due to a sign covering the plate that said, “Fudge U!” (only….it didn’t say Fudge). Patrol initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle, which did pull over to the side of the road. Patrol made contact with the driver asking for his identifying documents. Upon checking the status of the driver’s New York State license, it was discovered that his operating privileges were revoked due to an arrest for Driving While Intoxicated. The driver was issued traffic tickets and the vehicle was towed from the scene.

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED – Patrol was dispatched to an injury accident on the south side of town. A vehicle had been stopped in traffic, when a second vehicle failed to stop, striking the first vehicle from behind. The driver of the vehicle struck, sustained injuries and was taken to the hospital. Patrol observed the driver of the striking vehicle talking to a fireman. While patrol was conducting the investigation, a person approached officers and informed them that they observed the driver remove items from the cabin of the vehicle and place them in his trunk. Patrol observed multiple bottles of alcohol in the trunk, including an open bottle of “Black Velvet” whiskey. After the driver was done being evaluated by EMS, patrol asked him where he was coming from. As soon as the driver began talking, patrol immediately observed signs of intoxication. Due to the physical injuries the driver of the striking vehicle also sustained; Standard Field Sobriety Tests were not performed. The driver however did submit to a roadside Portable Breath Test which returned positive for alcohol. The driver was transported to the hospital and held in custody by patrol.

PETIT LARCENY – Patrol responded to a Transit Rd. grocery store for a report of a larceny that had just occurred. Loss prevention stated that a female exited the store with a shopping cart full of unpaid items and then proceeded to walk towards a Toyota 4Runner placing all the items inside of the vehicle. Patrol arrived on location and located the female that matched the description given next to the vehicle that was reported to have the merchandise. Another female was with her and was the owner of the vehicle. The investigation showed that the shoplifter pretended to scan the items at the self-checkout, but never actually did scan them. Loss Prevention was able to verify this with a scanner totaling approximately $995 in unpaid merchandise. The shoplifter was taken into custody.

EXPOSURE – Patrol was responding to an alarm call at a village address. When they arrived on location, they had discovered a heavily intoxicated male urinating on a fence in a public parking lot. This was in the middle of the afternoon in front of other people. Although the male, did not appear to be responsible for the alarm, he was cited for Exposure.

AGGRAVATED UNLICENSED OPERATION 3RD – Patrol was traveling southbound on Central Ave in the village when a vehicle was observed traveling in the opposite direction with an expired New York State Inspection decal. Patrol activated the emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop. A DMV check of the vehicle and registered owner returned both as having a suspended status in NYS. The driver was issued traffic tickets and released at the scene.

Officer Gozdalski and Officer Oun attended the ATV Safety Institute and ROHVA (Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles) instru...
06/10/2024

Officer Gozdalski and Officer Oun attended the ATV Safety Institute and ROHVA (Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles) instructors course. They will be providing department wide training on these versatile machines. Lancaster Police has recently acquired two of them that will serve a multipurpose functionality. The tires can be swapped out for snow tracks during the winter, which will allow for increased effectiveness through the most intense storms and conditions. They are effective tools for rendering additional aid and resources.

Today, we remember all those who fought for our freedom.  Remember those lost and those who came home.  Thank you all fo...
06/06/2024

Today, we remember all those who fought for our freedom. Remember those lost and those who came home. Thank you all for your service.

Located in the area of Broadway and Bowen Rd. no ID tags.  If you have any information or know the owner, please contact...
06/05/2024

Located in the area of Broadway and Bowen Rd. no ID tags. If you have any information or know the owner, please contact Lancaster Police non-emergency line 716-683-2800 #3.

Officer Gozdalski is seen here conducting a demonstration on Taser for the Lancaster High School First Responder Club.  ...
06/03/2024

Officer Gozdalski is seen here conducting a demonstration on Taser for the Lancaster High School First Responder Club. The advantages of the Taser and its functions were explained to the students. A question & answer session was had and legal topics were discussed. The students had the opportunity to get hands-on with the Taser and deploy the Taser at a target.

06/03/2024
06/03/2024

Just a reminder, William Street will be down to one lane from Avian Way to Via Donato for the remainder of the week!

Police Blotter – 05/10/24 – 05/16/24Calls for service – 532EMS – 115SUSPICIOUS PERSON – Patrol responded to a park for a...
05/30/2024

Police Blotter – 05/10/24 – 05/16/24
Calls for service – 532
EMS – 115

SUSPICIOUS PERSON – Patrol responded to a park for a report of a suspicious person near the entrance after hours. Patrol arrived on location and spoke with the person who stated they were just out looking at the Northern Lights. Patrol informed them of the complaint and park hours.

HIT AND RUN PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT – Patrol responded to a report of a hit and run on Genesee St. Complainant stated he was operating his vehicle east bound when he noticed a black vehicle following behind his vehicle. Complainant stated that when he began slowing down to make a left hand turn into a parking lot, the car that was behind him attempted to pass him on his left, crossing over the double yellow line on the roadway striking his vehicle and continuing on. The complainant lost sight of the suspect vehicle. Patrol searched the area for the vehicle, but could not locate it. Patrol continued to investigate and was able to determine the license plate of the striking vehicle which came back to a Cheektowaga address. Cheektowaga PD was contacted and confirmed that the suspect vehicle in question did have damage that matched the complainant’s vehicle’s damage. Patrol met CPD out at that address and spoke to the driver of the suspect vehicle, who admitted to the hit and run. Patrol issued the driver a traffic ticket for leaving the scene of an accident.

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED – Patrol was traveling south on Transit Rd. The vehicle in front of patrol was observed having a tinted license plate cover on the rear license plate. Patrol conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. Upon making contact with the driver, signs of intoxication were immediately observed. Patrol conducted Standard Field Sobriety Tests on the driver. The driver failed the tests and was taken into custody.

PETIT LARCENY – Patrol responded to a gas station for a report of a larceny that occurred. The owner of the gas station showed surveillance footage to patrol. The footage showed two subjects, a male and a female, enter the store. The female grabbed a can of whipped cream from the shelf and then both subjects exited the store without paying. Patrol was able to identify the subjects. The owner stated that he was not interested in pressing charges as long as the can of whipped cream was returned. Patrol located the subjects, and the female returned the can half consumed. Patrol advised them that are no longer allowed at that gas station or the owner could press charges. Merchandise was returned to store.

AGGRAVATED UNLICENSED OPERATION 3RD – Patrol was traveling west bound on Broadway when a vehicle was observed traveling at a high rate of speed. Patrol initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. A DMV query of the driver returned a result of suspended. Dispatch also advised patrol that there was an active warrant out of the Town of Cheektowaga. The driver was taken into custody, issued traffic tickets for speeding and the suspensions, and then turned over to Cheektowaga PD.

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED – Patrol responded to a complaint of a female causing a disturbance at a nursing facility. While on route, patrol was informed that the female, who had been visiting her spouse, had just left the facility in her vehicle. Patrol located the vehicle at a gas station. The female stated that she was in a verbal altercation with the staff of the facility due to her being unhappy with them. Upon speaking with the driver, patrol immediately observed signs of intoxication. Patrol performed Standard Field Sobriety Tests on the driver. The driver failed tests and was taken into custody.

Fentanyl has unfortunately become a growing concern in our society, and it’s crucial that the older generation understan...
05/28/2024

Fentanyl has unfortunately become a growing concern in our society, and it’s crucial that the older generation understands its risks and knows how to discuss it openly with their loved ones.

Our Senior’s Guide to Fentanyl offers clear explanations, practical advice, and thoughtful insights on this sensitive subject. It’s also completely free to use!

It includes:
What Fentanyl is.
Why it is a threat.
Tips for talking to adult children/grandchildren.
Helpful articles and interactive drug education videos.
Printable 3-fold pamphlet for easy distribution.

ECDOL (Excellent Care, Decency, & Optimal Living)

ecdol.org for web page.

This is ECDOL's homepage and it will give you information on senior housing, more specifically assisted living, independent living and home healthcare.

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