A former Fredonia man has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for a kidnapping that happened back in 2016. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt announced that Samuel Saeli will spend 19 years in state prison followed by 20 years of … [Read more...]
Mayville Man Charged with Kidnapping, Robbery Following Two Home Invasions in Allegany County
FILLMORE, NY - A Mayville man is facing charges in Allegany County after he was allegedly involved in two home invasions on Wednesday. New York State Police say 31-year-old Mark Sarama is in jail on $100,000 cash bail for charges including … [Read more...]
Dunkirk Man Convicted of Kidnapping Autistic Child Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison
MAYVILLE - The Dunkirk man found guilty of kidnapping a 13-year-old autistic boy from a Walmart in the north county was sentenced Thursday to 16 years in prison. County District Attorney Patrick Swanson says 30-year-old Samuel Saeli received his … [Read more...]
District Attorney Says More Victims Likely in Saeli Case
DUNKIRK - There may be more victims of the Dunkirk man found guilty earlier this week of kidnapping and sexually abusing a teenager with autism. Chautauqua County District Attorney Patrick Swanson held a press conference on Wednesday and, … [Read more...]
Dunkirk Man Found Guilty of Kidnapping Autistic Teen, Committing a Sexually Motivated Felony
DUNKIRK - A jury in Chautauqua County Court has found a Dunkirk man guilty of second-degree kidnapping and a sexually-motivated felony in relation to an incident that took place in August 2016 at the Dunkirk Walmart. The Post-Journal says Samuel … [Read more...]
City Man Faces Kidnapping, Child Endangerment, and Weapons-Related Charges
JAMESTOWN - A Jamestown man faces kidnapping and weapons charges following his arrest by city police. Jamestown Police say on or about Saturday, March 12, a male victim reported that he was held against his will for a period of time at 11 Norwood … [Read more...]
City Man Charged with Kidnapping, Assault After Allegedly Holding Victim Captive for Two Days
JAMESTOWN - A city man faces charges related to kidnapping, assault, and criminal mischief after he allegedly held a female captive for more than two days on the West side of the city. Jamestown Police Department say 31-year-old Joshua Turybury is … [Read more...]
