Search warrant results in an Oneonta man charged with multiple felonies
On March 26, 2025, New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations at Oneonta with the assistance of the Troop C Computer Crimes Unit and the Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce arrested Dustin R. Hummel, age 40 of Oneonta, NY for possessing child pornography, possessing suspected illegal illicit substances and weapons related charges.
During the execution of a search warrant on March 26, 2025, Hummel was found to be in possession of images consistent with child sexual exploitation. Hummel was also found to be possession of suspected illegal illicit substances, a defaced firearm and high-capacity magazines that are not New York State SAFE Act Compliant.
Hummel has been charged with the following crimes:
- Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the second degree, class “A” felony
- Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the third degree, class “B” felony
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the third degree (defaced weapon), class “D” felony
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the third degree (large capacity ammunition feeding device), class “D” felony
- Criminal Possession of a Firearm, class “E” felony
- Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child, class “E” felony
Hummel was processed and transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility and remanded on no bail.
Arrest made after “shots fired” call in New Berlin
On March 30, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., New York State Police at Norwich responded to a report of “shots fired” in the village of New Berlin.
An investigation determined that Joseph R. Avery, age 39, of New Berlin, NY discharged a gun unsafely within the village limits with the alleged intention of intimidating a person.
Avery was located by members of the New York State Police at his residence and arrested without further incident.
Avery was charged with the following:
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the second degree, class “C” felony
- Reckless Endangerment in the first degree, class “D” felony
- Stalking in the second degree, class “E” felony
- Prohibited Use of a Weapon, misdemeanor
Avery was processed at SP Norwich and transported to the Chenango County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment.
Two Pedestrians Struck by Vehicle in Hornellsville; Suspect in Custody
The New York State Police at SP Hornell responded to a report of two pedestrians struck by a vehicle at approximately 5:53 p.m. on March 30, 2025, at Pine Knoll Park, a trailer park in the town of Hornellsville. Upon arrival, Troopers discovered that two individuals, a 57 and 56-year-old, had been struck by a vehicle on a farm equipment access path adjacent to the trailer park.
Preliminary investigation determined that Walter P. Golden, age 40, of Arkport, NY, was operating a 2011 Cadillac SUV when he intentionally struck the victims.
- 57-year-old sustained serious non-life-threatening injuries. He was treated at St. James Hospital and has since been released.
- 56-year-old suffered serious life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to Strong Memorial Hospital and remains in the ICU in critical condition.
Golden was located by responding Troopers in the area. Golden was taken into custody and transported to SP Hornell. Golden has been charged with two counts of Assault 1st (B Felony) and was transported to Steuben County Jail CAP arraignment.
Chazy female arrested for criminal possession of stolen property 3rd
On April 2, 2025, members of the State Police arrested Nichole L. Lapier, age 44, of Chazy, NY, for criminal possession of stolen property in the third degree.
The incident began on March 31, 2025, at approximately 9:33 a.m., when Troopers responded to a complaint of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle on Champlain Street in the village of Rouses Point. The investigation revealed that Lapier had permission to use a black 2024 Ford Maverick pickup truck but was required to return it by the end of the day. However, the following morning, the truck had still not been returned.
Further investigation indicated that the black 2024 Ford Maverick had been involved in a police pursuit initiated by the Plattsburgh City Police Department, with assistance from the State Police and the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department. The pursuit lasted approximately 10 miles and traversed several roads in the city of Plattsburgh, the town of Plattsburgh, and Peru. The pursuit was eventually terminated due to a loss of sight of the vehicle.
During the ongoing search involving multiple agencies, the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a female asking for help on Lapham Mills Road. When law enforcement arrived, the female was no longer present. State Police and the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department subsequently searched the surrounding areas. The Troopers located the 2024 Ford Maverick abandoned, while the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department found the driver, identified as Lapier, hiding in the attic of an apartment complex on Lapham Mills Road. She was taken into custody without incident.
Lapier was transported to State Police Plattsburgh after being processed by both the Plattsburgh City Police Department and the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department for charges related to this incident.
After being arrested and processed at SP Plattsburgh, Lapier was arraigned in the Town of Plattsburgh Court and released on her own recognizance.
State Police were assisted by the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department, the Plattsburgh City Police Department, and the Essex County Sheriff’s Department.
Malone male arrested for falsify business records 1st
On April 1, 2025, State Police members arrested Robert C. Maloney, age 51, of Malone, NY, for attempted criminal possession of a weapon and falsify business records 1st.
On March 19, 2025, at approximately 10:35 a.m., State Police members were informed Maloney attempted to purchase a firearm from Dick’s County Store located on Route 11 in the town of Clinton but was denied. An investigation determined Maloney is a convicted felon and attempted to purchase a firearm knowing he is not allowed to. Maloney completed the paperwork for the purchase, in which he falsely answered questions.
Maloney was arrested and processed at SP Champlain. He was released on appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Clinton Court for a later date in April.
Heuvelton male arrested for criminal obstruction of breathing
On April 1, 2025, State Police arrested Tyler J. Brothers, age 37, of Heuvelton, NY, for criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation and third-degree criminal mischief.
On April 1, 2025 at approximately 1:57 p.m., Troopers responded to East Road in the town of Depeyster for a report of a domestic dispute. The investigation revealed that Brothers and the victim had engaged in a verbal argument that escalated into a physical altercation. During the incident, Brothers took the victim’s phone and damaged it, then placed his hands around the victim’s neck, restricting their ability to breathe.
Brothers was arrested and transported to SP Ogdensburg for processing. He was subsequently arraigned in the Town of Canton Court and released on his own recognizance.
