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Payton S. Gendron, 18, of
#Conklin
, NY has been arraigned in Buffalo City Court on one count of Murder in the First Degree. He was remanded without bail. A felony hearing was scheduled for Thursday, May 19 at 9:30 a.m.
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The Erie County DA’s Office continues to investigate the incident captured on video outside City Hall that resulted in the injury of protester. The victim was taken to ECMC to be treated for a head injury. He was unable to provide a statement to investigators last night.
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Congratulations to Chief Daniel Denz who retired from the West Seneca Police Department after 32 years in law enforcement. Thank you for your service to the community.
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DA Flynn speaks following the arraignment of two Buffalo Police officers charged with Assault in the Second Degree for allegedy pushing an elderly protester outside City Hall on Thursday night.
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DA Flynn appearing before Judge Amodeo to move to vacate warrants for 35 individuals charged with violation or misdemeanor marijuana offenses. The action will effectively clear the entire docket of warrants for low-level marijuana arrests in Buffalo City Court.
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Congratulations to Patty Pierce who retires today after working as a Confidential Criminal Investigator for the past 13 years. Patty previously worked for the Erie County Sheriff’s Office and Buffalo Police Department, a total of 44 years of service in law enforcement.
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We will provide an update as the investigation progresses.
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DA Flynn joined by
@markpoloncarz
, Homeland Security, Town of Tonawanda PD Chief &
@IIBuff
on efforts to combat human trafficking in Erie County.
@MissingKids
donated “Hope Bags” to provide victims with basic items after they are recovered.
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This weekend, former District Attorney John Flynn handed the keys to his office to Michael J. Keane who will serve as the Acting District Attorney of Erie County effective March 31, 2024.
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Joseph S. Chowaniec , 52, of
#Buffalo
was arraigned on one count of Making a Terroristic Threat. The defendant is accused of making threatening phone calls to two businesses yesterday, referencing the Jefferson Avenue tragedy in both alleged incidents.
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Aaron Torgalski, 39, and Robert McCabe, 32, were both virtually arraigned this morning before Buffalo City Court Judge Hannah. They are scheduled to return on July 20 for a felony hearing. Both were released on their own recognizance.
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DA John Flynn was sworn in to serve a second term as Erie County District Attorney. He signed the Oath of Office card at a small ceremony, due to COVID-19, in his office on Wednesday afternoon.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Buffalo Police Department tonight. The incident that resulted in injuries to three
@BPDAlerts
police officers remains under investigation at this time.
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Rest In Peace
@BPDAlerts
Officer Craig Lehner. Thank you for your service to your country and community.
#TrueHero
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DA Flynn joins
@AGSchneiderman
to announce a new resource for people to find prescription drug drop-off sites in their area: . Proper disposal prevents dangerous prescriptions from getting into the wrong hands.
#ClearYourCabinet
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This is a tragic day in the City of Buffalo. Our thoughts are with the surviving victims and the families of those who were killed today.
We commend the Buffalo Police Department and all law enforcement agencies for their work in this ongoing investigation.
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Due to concerns about the spread of
#COVID19
in jail populations, DA Flynn consented to motions allowing the release of 21 individuals convicted of low-level, non-violent offenses with 45 days or less remaining on their sentences to be released early.
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DA Flynn offers heartfelt sympathies to the family of Officer Craig Lehner whose body was recovered today and commends
@BPDAlerts
and the multiple law enforcement agencies who so bravely and diligently searched for this hero.
#RIP
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Congratulations to Chris Gresham who is leaving the Erie County DA’s Office today after 25 years as an Assistant District Attorney. Thank you for your service.
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Daniel D. Hill, 21, of
#Kenmore
was arraigned this morning for allegedly looting an
#ElmwoodVillage
liquor store during yesterday's protests and throwing glass bottles at responding police officers.
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Our office is deeply saddened by the passing of the firefighter who lost his life today. His family and the Buffalo Fire Department remain in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Thank you to all of our first responders.
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Michael Naab, 34, and Amber Naab, 37, of
#WestSeneca
were arraigned last night in
#OrchardPark
Town Court on one count of Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument in the Second Degree (Class “D” felony).
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Congratulations to Assistant District Attorney Beth Solek on her appointment as president of the Western New York chapter of the Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York (WBASNY).
Bethany Solek, prosecutor in the special victim's unit at the Erie County District Attorney's office, is the new president of the local chapter of
@WNY_WBASNY
.
READ MORE:
#attorneys
#law
#lawyers
#Buffalo
#NewYork
#WNY
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Assistant District Attorneys provided a
#schoolsafety
seminar to students at
@WestSenecaCSD
East High today. DA Flynn spoke with
@HannahBuehler
about the program.
#backtoschool
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District Attorney John J. Flynn announces a 25-count indictment against Payton S. Gendron, 18, for the murder of ten victims and attempted murder of three surviving victims on May 14, 2022.
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DA John Flynn joined by
@MayorByronBrown
and
@BPDAlerts
Commissioner Joe Gramaglia to announce that Payton S. Gendron was sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing 10 victims and injuring 3 at Tops on Jefferson Avenue in
#Buffalo
on May 14, 2022.
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Congratulations to Amy Goldstein who retired today after 34 1/2 years of service with the Erie County District Attorney’s Office. She most recently served as the Chief of Grand Jury.
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Erie County DA John Flynn joins Chief Brian Gould and members of
@CPDNYInfo
to announce the indictment against a 17-year-old male who is accused of driving a stolen Jeep that hit and critically injured
#Cheektowaga
PD Officer Troy Blackchief in February.
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DA Flynn on
@news4buffalo
this morning to discuss a new task force working to end human trafficking in Erie County and his push to have the Child Victims Act passed in New York State.
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Erie County DA John J. Flynn has been elected by his peers to serve as the President of
@ndaajustice
. DA Flynn, unanimously voted as President-Elect last year, was officially named President today at the “Pass the Gavel” ceremony at the organization’s Summer Summit in Denver.
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May is
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide or other mental health issues, there are resources in our community available to help.
Information from
@EC_MentalHealth
.
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The DA’s Office found a local auto dealer who gave a special Christmas gift to Miss Elizabeth Triggs. Today,
@certifiedwny
surprised her with a new vehicle! Thank you for the generous donation that will support her mission to help those in-need in the
#CityOfGoodNeighbors
.
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DA John Flynn was officially sworn in as President of the District Attorneys Association of the State of New York at the Summer Conference in Saratoga Springs. DA Flynn previously served as President-Elect of the association after being unanimously elected by members last year.
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The Erie County DA's Office is praying for the safe rescue of the missing Buffalo firefighter as the search continues on Main Street. Our thoughts remain with the Buffalo Fire Department, Buffalo Police and the assisting fire department and law enforcement agencies.
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The 18-year-old male suspect will be charged with Murder in the First Degree. The suspect has not been identified at this time as he has not be arraigned on the charge. The arraignment is expected to occur tonight in Buffalo City Court.
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Statement from Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn on the investigation into the disappearance of
#SaniyyaDennis
.
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The Erie County DA's Office welcomed a new group of interns who will work alongside our prosecutors and support staff this summer. The program is open to students currently enrolled in law school.
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A 17-year-old male from
#Buffalo
was indicted on attempted murder and other felony charges. He is accused of driving a stolen vehicle that hit and critically injured
@CPDNYInfo
Officer Troy Blackchief on February 6, 2023.
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Mourning the loss of one of their own.
@BPDAlerts
with help from
@BuffaloFireDept
put up bunting to remember and honor Officer Craig Lehner, lost during a diving exercise last Friday.
#StandTogether
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DA Flynn joins
@SenKennedy
in Albany, calling on Senate and Assembly to vote on Child Victims Act. Flynn joins the push for action on a bill that would require private schools to report abuse allegations and another that would extend the statute of limitations for victims.
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We commend our law enforcement partners from all over the region who have assisted in the search for missing police diver,
@BPDAlerts
Officer Craig Lehrer.
#thankyouforyourservice
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DA Flynn joins BCC Chief Judge Thomas Amodeo,
@MayorByronBrown
,
@markpoloncarz
&others to announce new opiate court.
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The Erie County DA’s Office won first place in the corporate team category at the 2018 Turkey Trot. Great job!
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone.
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DA John Flynn will serve as President-Elect of
@ndaajustice
. Members voted for Flynn at the organization's conference in Virginia Beach.
"I look forward to representing my fellow prosecutors and the opportunity to have a voice on criminal justice issues on a national level."
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DA John Flynn was recognized as “Prosecutor of the Year” by The Prosecutors’ Association of Western New York.
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DA John Flynn joined
@ECSONY1
,
@BPDAlerts
,
@FBIBuffalo
&
@DHSgov
to announce the arrest of 2 individuals following an investigation into cocaine and fentatyl trafficking. Narcotics, approx. $220k and 8 illegal handguns were seized.
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The defendants are accused of intentionally presenting a falsified
#COVID19
vaccination card at Highmark Stadium for the
@BuffaloBills
game on January 15, 2022.
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"We sought to obtain justice for the victims and our community by prosecuting this defendant to the fullest extent of the law. Today, I am pleased to announced that he will be spending the rest of his life behind bars,” said Erie County DA John Flynn.
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Deyanna J. Davis, 30, of
#Buffalo
was arraigned on multiple felony charges for allegedly driving through a protest on Bailey Avenue and hitting three members of law enforcement with her vehicle on Monday night.
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Congratulations to Joe Petronella on his retirement after over 45 years of service as a Confidential Criminal Investigator at the Erie County DA’s Office.
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DA Flynn’s first opiate-related homicide conviction: Jon Herrle of
@TownofTonawanda
admits giving woman opiates, causing an overdose death. Great police work by
@TTPD
.
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DA Flynn joined Congressman Higgins, County Executive Poloncarz, Community Services for Every1 & Center for Elder Law and Justice to announce $1 million federal grant to provide additional support to help victims of domestic violence with disabilities.
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Erie County DA John Flynn announces that Payton S. Gendron, 19, pleaded guilty today for killing ten people and injuring three in racially-motivated mass shooting attack at Tops on Jefferson Avenue on May 14, 2022.
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DA John Flynn received his “Thank A Vet” card from
@ErieCountyClerk
Mickey Kearns. The card is a complimentary photo I.D. available to residents of Erie County who have been honorably discharged from any branch of service of the United States Armed Forces.
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DA Flynn attended the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. at Kleinhans on Sunday evening as well as the annual MLK Scholarship Breakfast at the Convention Center this morning.
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Congratulations to Tayquan Shields who was officially sworn in as an Assistant District Attorney this morning. ADA Shields will serve in the Buffalo City Court Bureau.
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We said farewell to Ryan Haggerty who departed from our office after 14 years as an ADA. Ryan prosecuted the most serious felony cases in the Special Victims, Major Crimes & Homicide bureaus. He most recently served as Chief of Narcotics/Intelligence. Thank you for your service.
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Yesterday, District Attorney John Flynn swore in In Cho to serve as an Assistant District Attorney in the Buffalo City Court Bureau.
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VIDEO UPDATE: DA John Flynn extends his deepest condolences to the loved ones of people who lost their lives yesterday afternoon. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the injured victims and all who have been affected by this horrific tragedy.
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Congratulations to Anthony Campanella who was officially sworn in as an Assistant District Attorney this morning.
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All current and incoming cases for those accused of possessing smaller amounts of marijuana (less than 2 ounces) in Erie County will be reduced to non-criminal violations. This announcement follows the New York State Legislature’s passage of a bill that expands decriminalization.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with
@BPDAlerts
, as the search continues for a missing police diver. We thank all first responders at the scene for their efforts today and every day.
#ServeAndProtect
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The shooting of the school security guard who attempted to intervene in the fight remains under investigation.
Crime Stoppers WNY has issued a bulletin seeking information leading to the arrest/indictment of the suspected gunman. All tips are confidential.
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Our thoughts and prayers remain with the family and loved ones of fallen Buffalo firefighter Jason Arno as he is laid to rest today.
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DA Flynn joined by
@MayorByronBrown
, US Attorney JP Kennedy, and Capt. Rinaldo of BPD to announce charges against Courtland Renford, 20, for allegedly causing the fire at
#Buffalo
City Hall on Saturday night during the protest in Niagara Square.
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The Erie County DA’s Office sends our condolences to the family of Edward C. Cosgrove who passed away last week at the age of 89. During his more than 60 year career as an attorney, Mr. Cosgrove served as District Attorney from 1974 - 1981. Rest in peace.
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It is a somber day in the City of Buffalo as we remember all who were killed, injured and impacted by the senseless violence that occurred one year ago today.
We will never forget the 5/14 tragedy. We will always stand against racism and hate.
#BuffaloStrong
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Joshua E. Wilson, 22, of
#Buffalo
was arraigned this morning on one count of Murder in the Second Degree. He is accused of killing 71-year-old Diane M. Wolfe inside her Yorkshire Avenue home on May 4, 2020. She died from blunt force trauma.
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In observance of
#DomesticViolenceAwareness
Month, DA Flynn, Congressman Higgins and County Executive
@markpoloncarz
announce $900,000 in federal funds to continue to fund and expand Erie County’s Domestic Violence High-Risk Team.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
@DAErieCountyNY
,
@BAECBarAssoc
and
@LegalAidBureau
will host a second marijuana conviction expungement clinic on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Elim Christian Fellowship (70 Chalmers Avenue near Holden Street in Buffalo).
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Overflowing with donations for
@FoodBankofWNY
as DA's office takes part in
@SUNYBuffaloLaw
alumni GOLD group drive!
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DA Flynn was invited to tour
@YourSPCA
in West Seneca. He spoke with
@Mark_Goshgarian
about recent animal cruelty cases and his commitment to prosecuting animal abusers.
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District Attorney John Flynn was invited by members of Asian American community in Western New York to speak at a Stop Asian Hate rally today in Niagara Square.
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Thank you to the Buffalo United Resiliency Center, Resource Council of WNY,
@BPDAlerts
,
@ECSONY1
, Peacemakers, MVP, Back to Basics, SNUG, Coordinated Care Services and the many volunteers who helped distribute hot meals and other items to individuals impacted by the blizzard.
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Yesterday, DA Flynn swore in officers at the annual Erie County Association of Chiefs of Police installation luncheon.
Chief Daniel Denz of
@wspolice
as Sgt. at Arms
Chief William Karn of
@LancasterPD1
as Secretary/Treasurer
Chief James Stauffiger of
@TTPD
as First Vice-President
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VIDEO: Erie County DA John Flynn warns residents that while the use of recreational
#cannabis
is now legal in New York State, it is still a crime to drive a vehicle while under the influence of
#marijuana
.
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The defendant, who was allegedly wearing tactical gear and armed with an assault weapon, is accused of intentionally killing ten people at the grocery store on Jefferson Avenue. Three people were injured by gunfire.
MORE INFO:
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DA Flynn says
#ridesharing
will help prevent DWIs after Amherst man is sentenced 2-6 years for crash that killed one and injured another.
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At the 2018 District Attorney's Association of the State of New York (DAASNY) Winter Conference, District Attorney John J. Flynn was elected to the Board of Directors of DAASNY.
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Christmas comes early at
@da_erie
! The office partnered with
@SabresAlumni
Foundation to collect toys for deserving families! ADA Beth Solek leads the charge every year! Thanks to all who participated!
#SeasonOfGiving
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Today marks the beginning of
#NationalPoliceWeek
. As we honor all members of the law enforcement community, DA Flynn commends
@BPDAlerts
,
@nyspolice
,
@ECSONY1
,
@FBIBuffalo
and all assisting agencies for their quick actions and continued investigative work in yesterday's shooting.
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DA Flynn joins
@BPDAlerts
and
@MayorByronBrown
for an update on the search for missing BPD diver Officer Craig Lehner. Watch it here:
#thoughtsandprayers
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Today, we said good-bye to two excellent prosecutors. Emmanuel O. Ulubiyo (left) worked as an ADA in the Felony Trials Bureau and Seth T. Molisani (right) worked as an ADA in the Tactical Prosecution Unit. We wish them the best in their future endeavors.
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Saddened by the tragedy in
#Texas
. We commend law enforcement for their response & send our sympathies to
#SutherlandSprings
community.
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Four defendants have been arraigned on various charges related to burglaries at stores in the City of
#Buffalo
during the blizzard. The Buffalo Police Department is actively investigating additional looting incidents.
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Last week, we said farewell to two prosecutors. ADA Nate Kapperman, who joined the office ten years ago, was most recently assigned to the Special Victims Bureau. ADA Haley Eimstad joined the office last March, working in the Felony Trials Bureau. Thank you for your service.
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Statement from Erie County District Attorney John Flynn regarding an update on the investigation into a fraud scheme involving the interception of a check issued by the Erie County Clerk’s Office.
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In recognition of
#WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay
, DA John Flynn joined
@elderjusticeny
,
@FBIBuffalo
,
@ECSeniorSvcs
,
@SenKennedy
&
@senatorgallivan
to warn seniors about scams and to encourage the public to report suspected elder abuse.
#ReachOutSpeakOut
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DA Flynn & members of the BE-SAFE Victim Advocacy Program showed their support for
@Crisis_Services
Walk A Mile in Her Shoes campaign that aims to spread awareness to end sexual violence. More info on their event on 4/29 and how you can help:
#WAM2018
#WAM
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The defendants, with the intent to defraud, are accused of presenting the forged written instrument to enter to the stadium in violation of the vaccination policy.
This is the first case to be prosecuted in Erie County following the passage of the “Truth in Vaccination” bill.
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@BPDAlerts
@nyspolice
@ECSONY1
@FBIBuffalo
DA Flynn gives special recognition to the heroic actions of the armed security guard and retired member of the Buffalo Police Department who tragically lost his life while attempting to stop the accused gunman in yesterday's attack.
#NationalPoliceWeek
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DA Flynn joined
@elderjusticeny
,
@FBIBuffalo
,
@ECSONY1
,
@CPeoplesStokes
,
@senatorgallivan
,
@MonicaPWallace
,
@ErieCountyClerk
, and
@ECSeniorSvcs
to commemorate
#ElderAbuseAwarenessDay
.
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We said farewell to Cathy Mitchell who has served as a victim/witness advocate within our office for the past 18 years. Cathy has assisted victims of nearly every type of crime, most recently as the lead advocate in vehicular crimes. Thank you for your dedication and service.
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DA Flaherty
@mjflahertyjr
congratulates ADA Amy Benedict raising $900+ on her 100-mile bike ride for
@MissingKids
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ADA John Patrick Feroleto looking good on this bow tie Friday at the
@da_erie
office. Tie, belt and socks all match!
#winningwardrobe
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