City of Olean, NY Police Department

08/31/2026

On August 28, 2026, at approximately 1800 hours, members of the Olean Police Department Street Crimes Unit arrested 55-year-old George Martin of 1125 W State St., Olean, NY, following an investigation into the sale of crack co***ne in the City of Olean.

Martin was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance - 3rd Degree and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance - 3rd Degree.

Martin was arraigned and remanded to the Cattaraugus County Jail.

08/20/2026

The Olean Police Department has received multiple reports of thefts from motor vehicles over the last week. These reports have found that suspects are pulling on door handles throughout the night to find unlocked cars from which to steal from. We strongly encourage everyone to lock their vehicle and remove any items of value left inside.

If you notice any suspicious activity or people looking into parked vehicles in your neighborhood, please call the Olean Police Department at 716-376-5677.

08/20/2026

We would like to remind anyone interested in becoming a full-time Police Officer with the Olean Police Department that the deadline to sign up for the Police Officer Civil Service Exam is 08/28/2026. This test is a requirement to become a Police Officer and is typically offered every couple of years.

Visit https://cattco-portal.mycivilservice.com for further information.

Cattaraugus County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You can apply by mail, in person or Online for Current Vacancies in Cattaraugus County, Upcoming Exams or Continuous Recruitment Exams.

08/19/2026

On August 18th, 2026 at approximately 2230 hours, the Olean Police Department’s Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant obtained by our Street Crimes Unit after a lengthy investigation involving drug sales and possession at 319 N 4th St (lower apartment). As a result of this search warrant, investigators located 51 grams of Crack Co***ne, 40 grams of Fentanyl, a digital scale, $3600 cash, a sawed-off shot gun, and a .22 caliber r***e inside this residence.

Dana N Magara, age 33, of 319 N 4th St Olean NY (lower apartment), was arrested and charged with 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Fi***rm.

Kylie R Holdcroft, age 33, of 319 N 4th St Olean NY (lower apartment), was arrested and charged with 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree and Criminal Possession of a Fi***rm.

Krystafur J Bowman, age 31, of 210 Hazeltine Ave Jamestown NY 14701, was arrested and charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Fi***rm.

All three individuals were held for arraignment. Bowman was remanded to the Cattaraugus County Jail while Magara and Holdcroft were released per New York State Bail Reform. The Olean Police Department was assisted by members of the Southern Tier Regional Task Force.

08/14/2026

44 year old Naeem Davis was stopped by two of our Patrol Officers last night at approximately 5:00 p.m. because he matched the description of a person on a previously reported incident. Davis was in the area of the Luxury Boutique located at 11th and W. State St. when he was detained by our Officers . Davis was taken into custody for the previous incident for charges of Public lewdness and Disorderly conduct. A search of Davis revealed a loaded 9 mm handgun which is considered a " Ghost gun" . Davis was also charged with Criminal possession of a weapon, loaded fi***rm ( C Felony ). Davis was issued an appearance ticket per NYS Bail reform and released to appear in City Court at a later date. Naeem Davis gave his address of the Luxury Boutique located at 1123 W. State St, Olean. A booking photo of Davis is not currently available.

08/05/2026

Olean Police Patrol unit have arrested 19 people for City Ordinance " in the park after hours 17-28" in the last 30 days. Officers have also been checking on what people report as homeless persons sleeping in different areas of the City. The people that Officers encounter as homeless are offered direction in what type of help or services they may feel are needed and mental health professionals are sometimes requested to respond to persons in need. We are requesting that the people we encounter clean up any garbage in the area they are occupying but sometimes City workers end up picking up waste. We will continue to monitor any of these areas and enforce our City ordinances.

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07/23/2026

The City of Olean Police Department is seeking candidates for the position of Special Patrol Officer to work in partnership with the City of Olean School District. We are looking for positive, engaging, ethically sound and professionally motivated people to perform school resource officer duties.

Special Patrol Officers are required to have a valid NYS driver’s license, pistol permit, and must be a retired member of a police or sheriff’s department, division of state police, or retired former corrections, parole, or probation officer. This position is during the academic school year and has flexible working days up to forty hours per week.

Additional information for this position:https://cattco-portal.mycivilservice.com/main/showdesc/Special%20Patrol%20Officer.pdf

Interested candidates can reach out to Chief Blovsky or Sgt. Harrington by calling the Olean Police Department at 716-376-5677.

07/13/2026

**UPDATE - the individuals have been identified**

The Olean Police Department is looking for assistance in identifying the individuals in the attached pictures in regards to a complaint.

Anyone with information regarding these individuals is asked to call the Olean Police Department at 716-376-5677.

07/08/2026

PRESS RELEASE
The Olean Police Department responded to a report called in by a resident of Queen Street on June 20th at approximately 6:00 a.m. of a E-Bike laying on the side of the road that appeared to have been involved in an accident. Patrols responded to the area of Queen St. and Deleware ave. and were able to locate the E-Bike. It was later determined that a male, identified as Nicholas Meyer had been brought to the emergency room injured and he was the operator of the E-Bike. The Criminal investigation unit responded to the scene on Queen Street where we were assisted By the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s dept. accident investigation unit. This incident was initially treated as a possible Hit and run. At the onset of any investigation it is essential to consider every possible cause and follow the evidence wherever it leads. Investigators collected video from homeowners and businesses and conducted interviews. After reviewing video from a residence close to the intersection, it was clear that no vehicle had struck Mr. Meyer and he had crashed. The E-bike was examined and showed no evidence that it had been run over or driven over by a vehicle. A truck that traveled by the intersection of Queen St. and Deleware Ave. approximately six minutes before family member’s located Mr. Meyer was examined by the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Unit who did not locate any evidence of the truck striking Mr. Meyer. The operator of the truck was also interviewed and it was determined he was not part of this accident. The Olean Police Department was also assisted by District Attorney Ashley Smith. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the family and loved ones of Nick Meyer during this incredibly difficult time. We extend our heartfelt sympathy as they mourn this profound loss.

06/29/2026

On June 26th, 2026 at approximately 0445 hours, the Olean Police Department’s Emergency Response Team executed a narcotics search warrant at 316 Main St after a narcotics investigation was conducted by members of the Street Crimes Unit. As a result, Carlos Corbin of 316 Main St Olean, NY, DeShawn Gray Jr of 162 Bennett St Buffalo, NY, and Jae’Andra Garcia of 2228 Old Union Rd Cheektowaga, NY were arrested and each charged with CPCS-3rd Narcotic Drug with Intent to Sell and CPCS-4th Possession of Narcotic Drug. Members of the Cattaraugus County Special Response Team and Southern Tier Regional Task Force assisted the Olean Police Department.