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New Hartford Police receive second K9. The New Hartford Police Department is proud to announce that it has received thei...
06/05/2026

New Hartford Police receive second K9.

The New Hartford Police Department is proud to announce that it has received their second K9 member with the generous support of Adirondack Bank. K9 Jed is a Belgian Malinois that just turned 1 year old this year on March 17th, 2026. Jed and his handler, Police Officer Kristy Allen, are currently in their 16-week K9 training program.

The K9 training, provided by The Oneida County Sheriff's Office, is a 16-week program. Once training is completed Jed and his handler will be certified by The New York State Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) in the following Police K9 areas:

-Narcotics Detection
-Various Patrol functions including Search,
-Suspect Apprehension
-Handler protection

Jed was named in honor of Jedidiah Sanger, who was the founder of The Town of New Hartford. Jed is the second of two K9s comprising The New Hartford Police K9 Unit. The first, K9 J.C. named in honor of fallen New Hartford Police Officer Joseph D. Corr was implemented in 2024. Adirondack Bank President and CEO Rocco Arcuri presented a check to the Town of New Hartford Wednesday evening at the Town Board Meeting.

"The New Hartford Police Department is honored to name its newest K-9 'Jed' in recognition of Col. Jedediah Sanger, founder of the Town of New Hartford. A Revolutionary War veteran, pioneer, public servant, and community builder, Sanger embodied the values of courage, perseverance, and service to others. Now more than two centuries after helping establish this community, and with the support of a true community safety partner like Adirondack Bank his name will live on and continue to serve and protect New Hartford through this added public safety program.”

-Chief R. Fontaine

On June 2, 2026, at 12:00pm New Hartford Police Officers responded to 31 Campion Rd. in the Village of New Hartford for ...
06/02/2026

On June 2, 2026, at 12:00pm New Hartford Police Officers responded to 31 Campion Rd. in the Village of New Hartford for what initially was reported as a trespass complaint made by staff at The Byrne Dairy.

Upon arrival Police Officers began investigating the matter concerning an adult male who was refusing to leave the premise at the management’s request. While doing so it was discovered that the male, identified as 31-Year-old Jonathan Lancto, no known address, was wanted by The City of Syracuse Police Department on Multiple Arrest Warrants for various Misdemeanor Crimes occurring in Syracuse.

As New Hartford Police were taking Lancto into custody on the warrants he began to fight with officers and resist arrest. During the altercation Lancto caused damage to a New Hartford Police SUV that was parked at the time. Lancto was charged with the following once taken into custody:

1) NYS PL 205.30 -Resisting Arrest, a Class A Misdemeanor

2) NYS Pl 195.05 - Obstructing Governmental Administration, a Class A Misdemeanor.

3) NYS PL 145.00 - Criminal Mischief, a Class A Misdemeanor.

Lancto was processed on these charges to be answered in the Town of New Hartford Court at a later date. Due to the multiple active Arrest Warrants Lancto was turned over to Investigators with The Syracuse Police Department in order to be arraigned in The City of Syracuse Court.

Domestic Violence related charges filed after police locate suspect during search.On May 22, 2026, at approximately 12:...
06/01/2026

Domestic Violence related charges filed after police locate suspect during search.

On May 22, 2026, at approximately 12:28 a.m., the New Hartford Police Department responded to the Hartford Mills Apartments for a reported domestic incident. The investigation determined that during an argument, the victim was pushed to the ground, forcibly restrained, and prevented from leaving the apartment. The suspect fled prior to police arrival.

As a result of the investigation, warrants were issued for David H. Brand, 44, of New York Mills, charging him with:

* Unlawful Imprisonment in the Second Degree (PL 135.05)
* Harassment in the Second Degree (PL 240.26)

Police learned Brand was aware of the charges and had been actively avoiding law enforcement while intermittently returning to the apartment complex area.

On May 30, 2026, residents who were aware police had been searching for Brand contacted authorities after observing him in the area. Officers quickly established a perimeter and conducted a search of the complex and surrounding grounds. During the search, Brand was located hiding in dense wooded brush near the victim's apartment and was taken into custody without incident.

Brand was transported to the New Hartford Police Department for processing and later arraigned in The Oneida County Centralized Arraignment Part Court, where a Full Stay Away Order of Protection was issued on behalf of the victim.

Part Time Animal Shelter & Animal Control Officer Employment Opportunity: The Town of New Hartford Office of Animal Cont...
05/28/2026

Part Time Animal Shelter & Animal Control Officer Employment Opportunity:

The Town of New Hartford Office of Animal Control is seeking to fill a part time position with someone interested in caring for sheltered animals at The Town of New Hartford Municipal Animal Shelter and assisting our Animal Control Officer with associated duties in Town.

More information and the pathway to apply for the position can be found by clicking:
https://www.townofnewhartfordny.gov/jobs/2621/

Those interested may also call and speak with Animal Control Officer John Treen at 315-724-7111.

Seat Belts Save Lives.In partnership with the New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the New Hartford Polic...
05/26/2026

Seat Belts Save Lives.

In partnership with the New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the New Hartford Police Department is participating in the “Buckle Up New York – Click It or Ticket” campaign.

The campaign will run through June 1. We encourage all motorists and passengers to wear their seat belts every time they travel in a motor vehicle. Additional police patrols focused on seat belt compliance are currently underway, with officers actively enforcing seat belt laws throughout the campaign period and thereafter.

https://dmv.ny.gov/news/governors-traffic-safety-committee-reminds-new-yorkers-of-annual-seat-belt-education-and-2

On this Memorial Day, the New Hartford Police Department proudly honors and remembers the brave men and women of our Uni...
05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, the New Hartford Police Department proudly honors and remembers the brave men and women of our United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, selflessness, and dedication to protecting the freedoms we enjoy will never be forgotten.

The New Hartford Police Department extends its sincere appreciation to the local American Legions, fire departments, municipal officials, DPW personnel, and all community partners whose time, coordination, and dedication helped make this year’s Memorial Day parade and ceremonies a meaningful and respectful tribute to our nation’s fallen heroes.

New Hartford Police Arrest Suspect in January New Hartford Recreation Center Burglary.The New Hartford Police Department...
05/21/2026

New Hartford Police Arrest Suspect in January New Hartford Recreation Center Burglary.

The New Hartford Police Department has arrested Erin Gillespie, age 42, of Clayville, NY following a lengthy burglary investigation into a January 2026 break in at The New Hartford Recreation Center located on Mill St. in the Village of New Hartford.

On January 11, 2026, New Hartford Police Officers responded to the New Hartford Recreation Center, located at 4 Mill Street, after employees discovered that a locked office inside the facility had been forcibly entered during the overnight hours. Police Officers determined that the suspect utilized tools to force entry into the office, causing substantial damage to the office door and surrounding area.

It was further determined that approximately $4,000 in cash had been stolen during the incident. During the initial response, New Hartford Police Evidence Technicians processed the scene and recovered multiple items of evidence believed to be connected to the burglary. Throughout the investigation, investigators conducted numerous interviews with employees and witnesses, reviewed surveillance footage from multiple locations in the area , and worked extensively with the New York State Police Crime Laboratory. Following laboratory testing, investigators were notified that the DNA profile developed from evidence produced a positive match through the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS), identifying a suspect. As the investigation progressed, investigators secured additional information and eventually an arrest warrant was obtained for Gillespie.

On May 20, 2026, The United States Marshals Service – NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force, which is comprised of members of the United States Marshals Service, New Hartford Police, Utica Police, Oneida County Sheriff's Office, Oneida County Probation Department, New York State Police, and New York State Parole located and arrested Gillespie in the Village of Clayville on the warrant for the below listed charges.

Gillespie was transported to the New Hartford Police Department processed on the below charges and held in The Oneida County Jail to await arraignment in The Oneida County Centralized Arraignment Part Court.

Gillespie has been charged with:

• Burglary in the Third Degree, New York State Penal Law §140.20, a Class D Felony

• Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree, New York State Penal Law §155.30, a Class E Felony

• Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree, New York State Penal Law §145.05, a Class E Felony

Two Arrested for Burglary of Kellogg Rd. Smoke ShopOn April 27th, 2026, at approximately 7:00am New Hartford Police Offi...
05/19/2026

Two Arrested for Burglary of Kellogg Rd. Smoke Shop

On April 27th, 2026, at approximately 7:00am New Hartford Police Officers responded to the Smoke Shop located on Kellogg Rd., in The Hannaford Plaza for a report of a burglary that occurred overnight.

Upon arrival it was reported to Police that the business owner arrived to open up and found extensive damage to the front door and signs that someone had entered. Property from within was also missing.

New Hartford Police Evidence Technicians processed the scene while patrol officers canvassed the area for further information and evidence from other neighboring businesses. The case was then assigned to The New Hartford Police Criminal Investigation Division for further follow up.

During the investigation two suspects were identified and today the case has been closed with the arrest of the second suspect.

19-year-old Damian Bergman, of Whitestown, N.Y. was arrested today and charged with the following:

1) One Count of NYS PL 140.20 - Burglary in The Third Degree, a Felony.
2) One Count of NYS PL 145.05 - Criminal Mischief in The Third Degree, a Felony.
3) One Count of NYS PL 155.25 - Petit Larceny - a Misdemeanor.

Bergman was arrested today by New Hartford Police Investigators and then processed at the New Hartford Police Department. Bergman was then transported to The Oneida County Jail to be held for arraignment in Centralized Arraignment Part Court.

17-year-old Juvenile Male, (Name Withheld) of Penneville, N.Y. was arrested on May 11th, 2026, and charged with:

1) One Count of NYS PL 140.20 - Burglary in The Third Degree, a Felony.
2) One Count of NYS PL 145.05 - Criminal Mischief in The Third Degree, a Felony
3) One Count of NYS PL 155.25 - Petit Larceny - a Misdemeanor.

The Juvenile was arraigned in Oneida County Youth Part Court on these charges. Investigators with The City of Rome Police Department assisted in the investigation.

New Hartford Police Department Announces Appointment and Promotions.The New Hartford Police Department appointed one new...
05/19/2026

New Hartford Police Department Announces Appointment and Promotions.

The New Hartford Police Department appointed one new officer and promoted two members yesterday morning at The New Hartford Town Hall.

Promoted from Police Officer to the Rank of Sergeant was Eric Cappelli. Sergeant Cappelli is a 7 year member of The New Hartford Police Department. Sergeant Cappelli is a valued leader amongst his fellow officers and has effectively handled multiple high risk situations throughout his time as Police Officer. Sergeant Cappelli is currently a member of The Metro SWAT Team, a DCJS Certified Fi****ms Instructor as well as Animal Cruelty Investigator.

Appointed to the rank of Police Officer is Ryan Fleury. Officer Fleury comes to the New Hartford Police Department as a certified police officer with prior law enforcement experience. Officer Fleury is assigned to complete The Field Training Program at this time.

Also promoted today was a member of our Front Office Staff. Office Specialist Brittany Cosentino was promoted to Senior Office Specialist II after serving four years with The New Hartford Police Department. During her tenure Brittany has modernized and made multiple Front Office Tasks more efficient thereby better positioning Uniformed Police Officers to serve the public. There is a wide array of administrative work that goes on behind the scenes in a police department. Brittany is always there to meet the public needs of our office as well as our staff and insures that our office operations run smoothly.

Congratulations!

As the close of National Police Week is upon us, The New Hartford Police Department would like to recognize and congratu...
05/17/2026

As the close of National Police Week is upon us, The New Hartford Police Department would like to recognize and congratulate New Hartford Police Officers and members of The Joseph D. Corr Police Benevolent Association who participated in this year’s Police Unity Tour during National Police Week.

Their participation honors the memory of officers lost in the line of duty and serves as a reminder that these tragedies impact not only the fallen officer and their loved ones, but the entire law enforcement profession and the communities we serve.

Police officers are often the first line of defense for the public, and the Police Unity Tour helps ensure the sacrifice of those who gave their lives protecting others is never forgotten.

The Police Unity Tour consists of several different chapters that begin in various locations throughout the country, with participating officers riding hundreds of miles over multiple days. Most routes ultimately conclude in Washington, D.C. during National Police Week, where riders arrive at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial to honor officers who have died in the line of duty.

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