**LOCATED**MISSING JUVENILE

*UPDATE* The New York State Police in Canandaigua report that Owen W. Warner, the 16-year-old who was previously reported missing from his residence in Springwater, Ontario County, has been located in good health.

Warner was found safe following continued investigative efforts and public assistance. The New York State Police thank the community and media for their support and vigilance during the search.

At this time, no further details will be released.

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The New York State Police in Canandaigua are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Owen W. Warner, a 16-year-old male who was reported missing from his residence in Springwater, NY, Ontario County.

Owen was last seen on April 29, 2025, at his home located at 6071 County Route 37, Springwater, NY. He may be attempting to travel to the Poughkeepsie, NY area.

Anyone with information regarding Owen’s whereabouts is asked to contact the New York State Police at SP Canandaigua by calling (585) 398-4100.

New York State Police Arrest Chester Man Following DoorDash Shooting Incident

On May 3, 2025, the New York State Police Troop F Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) at SP Monroe arrested John J. Reilly III, 48, of Valerie Drive, Town of Chester, following an investigation into the non-fatal shooting of a DoorDash delivery driver.

On May 2, at approximately 9:50 p.m., SP Middletown BCI was notified of a gunshot victim at Garnet Health Medical Center. Preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was working as a DoorDash delivery driver and attempting to deliver food to a residence in the Valerie Drive neighborhood when he became lost and unable to navigate using the app. The victim had approached several homes asking for directions before arriving at the residence of John Reilly III. Reilly told the victim to get off his property, before firing multiple shots at the victim as he attempted to leave in his vehicle, striking the victim once in the back, causing serious physical injuries.

Reilly is the current Town of Chester Highway Superintendent and a federally licensed firearms dealer (FFL).

Reilly was processed at SP Monroe and charged with the following:

• Assault in the First Degree – Class B Felony
• Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree – Class C Felony
• Criminal Possession of a Firearm – Class E Felony

Reilly was arraigned at the Orange County Centralized Arraignment Part and remanded to the Orange County Jail in lieu of $250,000 cash, $500,000 bond, or $750,000 partially secured bond. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 9, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Town of Chester Court.

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation is continuing the investigation in coordination with the Orange County District Attorney’s Office and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).

Anyone with additional information related to this incident is asked to contact SP Monroe BCI at (845) 344-5300.

Rochester Resident Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

The New York State Police announce the arrest of Kevin J. Burns, age 43, of Rochester, NY, following a comprehensive child exploitation investigation conducted by SP Rochester Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Troop E Computer Crimes Unit, and Troop E Forensic Investigation Unit.

On December 5, 2023, the New York State Police in Horseheads received a Cyber Tipline from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children reporting the possession of child abuse material.

On November 5, 2024, a search warrant was executed on Hillhurst Lane in the town of Irondequoit as a part of an ongoing child exploitation investigation; numerous devices were seized for forensic examination by the Troop E Computer Crimes Unit (CCU).

Following analysis, investigators determined that Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) was present on a seized device.

On April 30, 2025, Burns was arrested for Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child (E Felony). He was processed at SP Rochester and issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to Irondequoit Town Court on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 05:30 p.m.

State Police investigate double fatal motorcycle crash in Glens Falls

On May 3, 2025, State Police responded to the reports of a motorcycle crash in the area of Bacon Street in Glens Falls, NY.

On May 3, 2025, at about 12:23 a.m. Troopers responded to Bacon Street in Glens Falls, NY for the report of a motorcycle crash. The operator of the motorcycle was identified as Alex S. Morehouse, 38 of Warrensburg, NY, and the passenger of the motorcycle as Suzie J. Etu, 38 of South Glens Falls, NY. Both sustained severe injuries during the crash. Morehouse was declared deceased at the scene and Etu was later declared deceased at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Further investigation determined at approximately 12:20 a.m. Troopers attempted to stop the involved motorcycle on State Route 9 near the intersection of Hidden Farm Road in Queensbury, NY for a speeding violation but the motorcycle failed to comply. Troopers disengaged their emergency lights and stopped pursuing the vehicle at the intersection of State Route 9 and Lafayette Street due to public safety concerns caused by the motorcycle’s reckless speed. A short time later members of the Glens Falls Police Department observed the motorcycle strike a curb and crash on Bacon Street at the intersection of Glen Street in Glens Falls, NY.

The New York State Attorney General’s Office was notified of the crash and responded to the scene.

The investigation is ongoing.

State Police arrest Queensbury man for allegedly stealing more than $3,000 from employer

On April 23, 2025, State Police of Queensbury arrested Matthew J. Pistoia, 43, of Queensbury, NY, for Grand Larceny in the third degree.

On November 11, 2024, Troopers were contacted by a Glens Falls, NY business reporting a theft.  The investigation determined Pistoia had been employed by the company. From June 2021 until November 2024, Pistoia allegedly used the company’s corporate credit card to make over $3,000 in unauthorized purchases throughout Warren County at numerous locations and on multiple dates. Those purchases were allegedly unrelated to the business’s needs and were for Pistoia’s personal gain.

Pistoia was arrested and processed at SP Queensbury. He was then arraigned at the Warren County Centralized Part Court, where he was released on his own recognizance.

Ogdensburg male arrested for assault 2nd

On May 3, 2025, State Police arrested Terry V. Krake, age 20, of Ogdensburg, NY for Assault 2nd.

On May 2, 2025, at approximately 11:24 p.m. Troopers responded to River Road in the town of Oswegatchie for a report of an assault complaint.  An investigation determined a physical altercation occurred and during the altercation, Krake presented a knife, cutting a victim on the upper eye and left side of the rib cage.  The victim was able to get away from Krake and Krake fled the scene before law enforcement’s arrival.  Another victim who was near the altercation was struck in the head with an unknown object and was bleeding.

Both victims were transported to Canton-Potsdam Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Krake was located and arrested.  He was transported to SP Ogdensburg for processing.  He was arraigned in the Town of Oswegatchie Court, where he was remanded to St. Lawrence County Jail in lieu of $5,000 cash or $10,000 bond.

State Police arrest Rensselaer man following road rage assault

On April 30, 2025, State Police of Wilton with the assistance of the Hudson Falls Police Department arrested Matthew Blanding, 39, of Rensselaer, NY, on a warrant for Assault in the second degree and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the third degree.

On April 7, 2025, at about 4:03 p.m., Troopers responded to a home in Moreau, NY, for the reports of an assault.  The investigation determined Blanding and the victim, who are unknown to each other, were reportedly involved in a road rage incident that began in the area of Hudson Street in South Glens Falls, NY. Blanding allegedly followed the victim to the location, and when they exited their vehicle, Blanding threw a glass object at the victim, which subsequently hit them in the head.  Blanding then reportedly struck the victim multiple times with his hands before a bystander broke up the altercation, and 911 was called. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital for treatment. On April 28, 2025, an arrest warrant was issued for Blanding by the Moreau Town Court as a result of this investigation.

On April 30, 2025, the Hudson Fall Police Department located and arrested Blanding. Blanding was transported to SP Wilton for processing. He was arraigned at the Moreau Town Court and remanded to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility without bail.

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