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This resource is for building public awareness of crimes and those that commit criminal acts in Genesee County. The information contained wi...
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Jun 4, 2026
On 5/20/2026, Jeanna M Hattaway (age 39) of Batavia, was arrested for Burglary 3 rd and Petit Larceny. Hattaway allegedly entered the Dollar General store on East Main St, where she had previously been trespassed, and stole merchandise. She was taken to the Genesee County Jail...
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May 27, 2026
Today, the City of Batavia Police Department honored its deceased retirees at the 5th annual City of Batavia Flag Commemoration Ceremony. This event started in 2022 under the leadership of Police Chief Shawn Heubusch. The Ceremony is held annually in May and honors the decease...
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May 24, 2026
On 5/11/2026, Aavion J Bethel (age 21) of Attica, was arrested for Burglary 2 nd , Criminal Contempt 2 nd , Criminal Mischief 4 th , Obstructing Governmental Administration 2 nd , Reckless Driving, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle 3 rd and several traffic v...
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May 22, 2026
Seat Belts Save Lives Batavia, New York   — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the City of Batavia Police Department is urging drivers to buckle up during the Click It or Ticket seat belt safety campaign. The nationa...
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May 17, 2026
On 5/10/2026, Daniel A McFadden (age 31) of Batavia, was arrested for Burglary 2 nd , Criminal Contempt 2 nd , Resisting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration 2 nd , and Harassment 2 nd . McFadden allegedly violated an order of protection, by entering the protected p...
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May 10, 2026
On 5/5/2026, James D Hooten (age 37) of Batavia and Austin D Medina (age 26) of Batavia, were both charged, following an altercation on State St. It’s alleged that Hooten shot Medina in the face, with a less-lethal Byrna gun. Medina then threw items at Hooten and the two engag...
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May 3, 2026
On 4/21/2026, Steven J Godinho (age 41) of Batavia, was arrested for Burglary 2 nd and Criminal Contempt 2 nd . Godinho was arrested after allegedly violating an order of protection, at a residence on Summit St. He was arraigned in CAP Court and is due in Batavia City Court at...
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May 1, 2026
On 5/1/2026, the Batavia Police Department responded to the report of a missing vulnerable adult.  Following an extensive search involving several partner agencies, the individual was found safe. This successful result was due to a team effort of multiple agencies.  ...
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Created Apr 30, 2026 / Updated Jun 3, 2026
Bank Street, between Washington Avenue and Alva Place will be closed on Friday, May 1st, from 10:45 a.m. until 12 p.m.  Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and exercise caution when traveling in the area.
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Apr 29, 2026
On April 22, 2026, the City of Batavia Fire Department and the City of Batavia Police Department responded to the stables at Batavia Downs for the report of a structure fire. Maintenance staff at Batavia Downs had called 911, after seeing smoke coming from one of the barns. Th...
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Randall, Sabrena L

Randall, Sabrena L - Petit Larceny

Vega, David Jon

Vega, David Jon - PL 160.10 - Robbery 2nd w/ Injury

Puno, Jason A

Puno, Jason A - NY PL 130.20 - Sexual Misconduct

Reyes, Carlos J

Reyes, Carlos J - PL 120.05 - Assault 2nd w/ Serious Injury and 2 additional charges

Woodrich, Patrick J

Woodrich, Patrick J - VTL 600-2a Leaving Scene Injury Accident and 5 additional charges

Williams, Jeremiah D

Williams, Jeremiah D - COR 168F - Level 3 Sex Offender Failure to Verify 90-day

Williams, Shante R

Williams, Shante R - PL 120.00 - Assault 3rd and 4 additional charges

Stinson, Dexter L

Stinson, Dexter L - PL 130.52 - Forcible Touching and 1 additional charge