October 3–9, 2026 | Erie County, New York
ERIE COUNTY, NY — The Erie County Sheriff’s Office has released its weekly activity report, highlighting criminal investigations, arrests, motor vehicle accidents, suspicious incidents, and other calls for service throughout its patrol areas.
During the reporting period, deputies handled 2,022 complaints, including:
- 346 premises checks
- 37 neighborhood patrols
- 152 traffic stops
- 254 calls assisting other agencies
- 18 warrants served
MAJOR CRIMINAL INCIDENTS
COLLINS/GOWANDA: Five Charged Following Attempted Apartment Break-In
October 8 | Buffalo Street
Five individuals are facing multiple charges following a confrontation at an apartment building.
According to deputies, a group attempted to force its way into an apartment and confront a resident, damaging the front door.
A neighboring resident intervened and told the individuals to leave, resulting in an additional altercation.
Deputies subsequently located the group.
Those charged include a 42-year-old Collins woman, a 51-year-old Irving woman, a 32-year-old Gowanda woman, a 49-year-old Collins man, and a 20-year-old Brant man.
All five were charged with:
- Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree
- Attempted Burglary in the Second Degree
- Conspiracy in the Fifth Degree
BOSTON: Three Taken Into Custody During Narcotics Investigation
October 6 | Boston State Road Area
Deputies conducting patrol observed an individual with two active warrants inside a vehicle traveling southbound on Boston State Road.
Following a traffic stop, deputies reported discovering and seizing various narcotics.
Three occupants were taken into custody.
A 58-year-old Colden man and a 59-year-old Delevan man were each charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree and Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the Second Degree.
A 45-year-old Concord man was charged with Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the Second Degree.
The outstanding warrants against the Concord man were also served, and he was transported to the Erie County Holding Center.
CLARENCE: Suspected Cocaine Discovered During Suspicious Vehicle Investigation
October 9 | Eastern Hills Mall
Deputies responding to a suspicious-person complaint in the Eastern Hills Mall parking lot reportedly discovered a small silver spoon and a plastic bag containing a white powder suspected to be cocaine.
A 34-year-old Clarence man was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree.
FIRES, CRASHES AND EMERGENCY RESPONSES
CLARENCE: Attached Garage Fire Under Investigation
October 3 | Shimerville Road
Deputies responded to a residential fire involving an attached garage.
All occupants safely evacuated the residence.
The Harris Hill Fire Company’s Assistant Chief requested assistance from the Sheriff’s Office Fire Investigation Unit.
The investigation was pending at the time of the report.
COLDEN: Dirt Bike Rider Injured After Striking Tree
October 7 | Irish Road
A male operating a dirt bike behind a residence struck a tree and sustained injuries.
Colden Fire personnel recovered the injured rider from the wooded area and transported him to Erie County Medical Center for treatment.
The Sheriff’s Office Crash Investigation Unit is investigating.
BOSTON: Two Injured in Crash Involving Utility Pole
October 5 | Zimmerman Road and Feddick Road
Deputies reported that a southbound vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and struck another vehicle traveling on Feddick Road.
One vehicle subsequently collided with a utility pole, causing significant damage.
One person was transported to ECMC for treatment of a minor injury. Another person sought medical attention at Mercy Ambulatory Care Center.
NYSEG responded to repair the damaged utility pole.
CLARENCE: Vehicle Rolls Over on Sheridan Drive
October 6 | Sheridan Drive and Boncrest Road
A single-vehicle rollover resulted in damage to a utility pole, mailbox, internet equipment box, and several roadway signs.
The driver was issued multiple traffic citations.
MARILLA: Injury Accident at Clinton Street and Two Rod Road
October 3
Deputies responded to a two-vehicle accident.
One driver was transported by AMR to Mercy Hospital of Buffalo for medical treatment.
CONCORD/SPRINGVILLE: Motorist Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash
October 5 | South Buffalo Street and Woodward Avenue
One person was transported to Bertrand Chaffee Hospital following a collision.
One driver was ticketed for failure to yield.
OTHER CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
GRAND ISLAND: Driver Charged With DWI Following Crash
October 3 | Staley Road
A vehicle struck two mailboxes before coming to rest in the roadway.
Following an investigation, deputies charged a 24-year-old Grand Island woman with Driving While Intoxicated and multiple Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.
NEWSTEAD/AKRON: Fight Reported at Great Pumpkin Farm
October 3 | Main Street
Deputies investigated a reported fight at the Great Pumpkin Farm.
The victim reported being punched in the face and grabbed by the shirt.
The alleged aggressor was transported to Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital for treatment of a shoulder injury.
Deputies subsequently charged a 47-year-old Rochester man with Disorderly Conduct and Harassment in the Second Degree.
CLARENCE: Woman Accused of Two Shoplifting Incidents
October 7 | Transit Road
A 47-year-old Buffalo woman was accused of leaving Walmart without paying for approximately $19 in merchandise.
According to deputies, she later returned and allegedly took an additional $30 worth of merchandise without paying.
She was charged with two counts of Petit Larceny.
Also on October 7, deputies received a report of an unidentified male stealing merchandise from TJ Maxx.
BOSTON: Stolen Vehicle Located at Church
October 6 | Cole Road
A suspicious vehicle parked at St. Martin’s Church prompted a response from deputies.
A license plate check revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen from Cheektowaga.
Erie County Sheriff’s deputies and Cheektowaga Police remained with the vehicle until it could be towed.
GRAND ISLAND: Tools Stolen From Vehicle
October 6 | Baseline Road
A resident reported that multiple work tools had been stolen from his vehicle overnight.
The case was referred to the Sheriff’s Detective Bureau.
GRAND ISLAND: Lost Credit Card Used for Fraudulent Purchases
October 8 | Grand Island Boulevard
A resident reported losing a credit card at a gas station on October 6.
Multiple unauthorized charges subsequently appeared on the account.
Deputies developed a suspect, and the investigation remains ongoing.
CONCORD/SPRINGVILLE: Windows Damaged by BB Gun
October 6 | South Cascade Drive
A resident reported that someone fired BBs at five front windows of his residence, causing damage.
CONCORD/SPRINGVILLE: Merchandise Stolen From Tractor Supply
October 7 | South Cascade Drive
An unknown individual allegedly left Tractor Supply without paying for approximately $400 in merchandise.
The investigation remains pending.
ANIMAL-RELATED INCIDENT AND POSSIBLE SCAM
NORTH COLLINS: Missing Dog Owner Targeted by Suspected Scam
October 7 | Main Street
Deputies investigated a suspicious communication involving a missing dog.
The owner reported that the dog had disappeared from his residence on October 6.
He subsequently received a message from an unknown person claiming the animal had been located.
The individual allegedly demanded $60 before the dog would be returned.
After reviewing the circumstances, deputies determined the communication was likely a scam.
Erie County Blotter Safety Reminder: Pet owners should exercise caution when receiving messages from unknown individuals claiming to have located a missing animal. Request verifiable information and avoid sending money before confirming the animal has actually been found.
ADDITIONAL CALLS THROUGHOUT ERIE COUNTY
BOSTON: On October 4, two vehicles collided on Rice Road after one driver failed to yield. One vehicle subsequently struck a fruit stand, although the stand was not damaged. The driver responsible was ticketed.
COLDEN: On October 7, deputies located an 84-year-old man who had left his residence and was walking in a wooded area.
CONCORD/SPRINGVILLE: Deputies investigated an October 3 rollover on Collins Springville Road. The driver was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the Third Degree and other traffic violations. Deputies also handled a trespassing complaint at Walmart and several property-damage accidents during the week.
ELMA: On October 6, a delivery vehicle backing onto Bowen Road struck another vehicle. The delivery driver was ticketed for unsafe backing.
On October 7, a DoorDash driver mistakenly drove onto a walking path on Jamison Road and became stuck in a ditch. A passerby helped recover the vehicle.
On October 9, deputies and a Good Samaritan removed a spilled box of nails from the intersection of Bowen and Jamison roads.
GRAND ISLAND: Deputies investigated a vehicle that had been entered on Gregory Place, although nothing appeared to have been stolen. In another incident, a driver admitted damaging a front wheel after striking a curb while doing donuts in the former Radisson Hotel parking lot.
HOLLAND: On October 4, deputies responded to a report of a man yelling at passing vehicles and overturning garbage cans. A 70-year-old Holland man was charged with violation-level Trespass.
On October 8, deputies received a disturbance complaint at Dollar General involving an individual reportedly yelling and throwing store merchandise.
NEWSTEAD/AKRON: On October 9, deputies conducted a traffic stop and discovered that both a vehicle’s registration and the operator’s license were suspended. A 36-year-old Buffalo man was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the Third Degree and operating while registration or privilege was suspended or revoked.
SARDINIA: On October 9, deputies advised an individual dumpster diving in a Tim Hortons parking lot to leave the property.
SENECA NATION TERRITORY: Deputies reported an October 3 aggravated unlicensed operation charge following a traffic stop and an October 9 parking-related collision at Seneca Gaming and Entertainment.
WALES: On October 6, a vehicle slowing to turn left on Big Tree Road was struck from behind.
ALDEN: The Sheriff’s Office reported routine calls for service, with no specific incidents detailed in this week’s release.
ERIE COUNTY BLOTTER
The Erie County Sheriff’s Office continues to respond to thousands of calls for service, investigate criminal complaints, conduct traffic enforcement, and assist local emergency responders throughout the county.
All criminal charges listed in this report are allegations. Individuals charged with crimes are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Source: Erie County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Blotter, October 3–9, 2026. Prepared by Chris Horvatits, Public Information Officer.
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