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Police Blotter - Jefferson County 05/12/25

May 12, 2025

City of Watertown Police Blotter

Ryan Donald Weston (35) 736 Leray St. - Weston was arrested on a Bench Warrant out of city court. During the performace of the lawful arrest, Weston intentionally prevented uniformed officers from placing him in handcuffs by failing to place his arms behind his back and pulling away from officers. The defendant was transported to PSB where he was processed and held pending his arraignment on 05/12/25.

Brian Allan Gray (29) 334 Clay St. Apt# 2 - Gray is charged by police with Burgluary in the Third Degree. Reports state he id knowingly and unlawfully entered a building (a clothing donation shed) while having the intent to commit the crime of larceny therein. He was transported to PSB and processed and is held pending his arraignment.

Kevin Javier Alvarez (22) 10833A Utah St. Fort Drum, N.Y. - Alvarez was pulled over on the 100 block of Arsenal st. and charged with Failure to Obey a Traffic Device, Driving While Intoxicated (1st Offense), and Operating a Motor Vehicle with a BAC .08 of 1%. He was transported to PSB, processed, showing a BAC of 0.11% and released to Fort Drum PMO with appearance tickets for Watertown City Court.

Natalie Francine Roman (37) 1204 Superior St. Apt# H1 - Roman was pulled over on the 1000 block of Coffeen St in the city and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle with Registration Suspended. She was processed on scene and released with an appearance ticket for city court.

Sean Michael Fitzsimmons (58) Homeless - Fitzsimmons was arrested by city police on the 300 block of State st on a Bench Warrant for Watertown City Court. He was transported to PSN, processed and held pending his arraignment.

James Robert Miller Jr. (48) 146 N Orchard St. Apt# A - Miller is charged by police with Falsely Reporting an Incident in the Third Degree. Police say Miller did knowingly report an incident he knew to be false when he reported there was a deceased female in his apartment while knowing the report to be false. He was transported to the PSB where he was processed and released with an appearance ticket answerable to city court.

Daniel James Maahs (38) Homeless - Maahs is charged by police with False Personation. Reports state that on the 500 block of State st, after being warned of the consequenses, did misrepresent his name as Daniel Anthony Deangelo, DOB 04/06/1987, with intent to prevent Watertown Police Officers from ascertaining that his name was, in fact, Daniel James Maahs, DOB 10/06/1987. He was transported to PSB, processed and released with and appearance ticket for city court.

David Henry MacCarter (37) 17040 County Route 11 - MacCarter was stopped on the 200 block of Court St. and charged with Driving While Intoxicated (1st offense), Unsafe Lane Change, Leaving the Scene of an Property Damage Accident, Driving a Motor Vehicle on a Sidewalk, Operating a Motor Vehicle without a License, & Obstructing Governmental Administration. He was transported to PSB, where he refused to provide a breath sample, was processed and released with appearance tickets for city court.

Jashua Ryan Stacy (21) 46 N Jefferson St. Carthage, N.Y. - Stacy was pulled over on the 400 block of State St. and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Impaired by Drugs & Insufficient Tail Lamps. He was transported to PSB, processed & released with appearance tickets for city court.

Devin Sean Weismaan (37) 35353 Jackson II Rd. - Weismann was pulled over at 100 Armstrom Pl and charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a License, & Operating a Motor Vehicle with Insufficent Tail Lamps. He was processed on scene and released with appearance tickels for city court.

Troop D, Zone 3, covering incidents from May 10, 2025, 7:01 AM to May 11, 2025, 7:00 AM:

NYSP Troop D Zone 3

1. Larceny – Vehicle Theft

Incident #: NY2500396643
Time Reported: 9:42 AM
Location: Town of Rutland
Station: Watertown
Status: Closed/Cleared

2. Burglary Alarm

Incident #: NY2500395933
Time Reported: 5:45 AM
Location: Town of Volney
Station: Fulton
Status: Closed/Cleared

3. Personal Injury Accident

Incident #: NY2500396008
Time Reported: 7:39 AM
Location: County Route 176 at Bennett Dr, Town of Volney
Station: Fulton
Driver: Cari L. Buske, 43, Oswego, NY
Injuries: 1
Arrested: Yes
Charges:
- Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 3rd Degree (VTL 511.1a, Misdemeanor)
- Operating a Motor Vehicle Impaired by Drugs – 1st Offense (VTL 1192.4, Misdemeanor)
Status: Appearance Ticket Issued

4. Assist EMS

Incident #: NY2500397645
Time Reported: 7:54 AM
Location: Town of Lowville
Station: Lowville
Status: Closed/Cleared

5. Dog Complaint

Incident #: NY2500397355
Time Reported: 8:29 AM
Location: Town of Watertown
Station: Watertown
Status: Closed/Cleared

6. Assist Other Police Department

Incident #: NY2500398127
Time Reported: 9:00 AM
Location: Town of Watertown
Station: Watertown
Status: Closed/Cleared

7. Road Blocked

Incident #: NY2500396187
Time Reported: 9:15 AM
Location: Town of Hastings
Station: Hastings
Status: Closed/Cleared

8. Property Check

Incident #: NY2500396221
Time Reported: 9:24 AM
Location: Town of Cape Vincent
Station: Alexandria Bay
Status: Closed/Cleared

9. Locate Person

Incident #: NY2500396389
Time Reported: 10:00 AM
Location: Village of West Carthage
Station: Carthage
Status: Closed/Cleared

10. Assist EMS

Incident #: NY2500397078
Time Reported: 1:30 PM
Location: Town of Watertown
Station: Watertown
Status: Closed/Cleared

11. Assist Citizen

Incident #: NY2500396480
Time Reported: 10:37 AM
Location: Town of Volney
Station: Fulton
Status: Closed/Cleared

12. Aided Case

Incident #: NY2500396741
Time Reported: 10:50 AM
Location: Village of West Carthage
Station: Carthage
Status: Closed/Cleared

13. Assist EMS

Incident #: NY2500396656
Time Reported: 10:57 AM
Location: Town of Champion
Station: Carthage
Status: Closed/Cleared

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March 11, 2025

Kathy Hochul had disabled New Yorkers ARRESTED after protest for patient rights

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February 26, 2025

Former Mayor Under Scrutiny For Asking For Ride

In December 2024, a video surfaced showing former Watertown Mayor Jeffrey Smith receiving a ride home in a police patrol car after a night of holiday drinking. The incident has sparked controversy, with City Councilman Cliff Olney accusing Smith of receiving "preferential treatment" from the Watertown Police Department.

The video, which has circulated widely on social media this week, depicts Smith interacting with officers before being escorted into the patrol car. Councilman Olney contends that such actions undermine public trust and suggest a double standard in law enforcement practices.

In response, Smith has downplayed the incident, stating, "It's not a big deal, I drive on a suspended registration too!" This remark has further fueled the debate, with critics arguing that it reflects a dismissive attitude toward legal obligations and public safety.

The Watertown Police Department has yet to issue an official statement regarding the matter. As discussions continue, the incident ...

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July 16, 2025

Watertown City Police Arrests – July 8–16, 2025

Cathleen Irene Howard (55) – Arrested July 12 at Kinney Drugs, Coffeen St., for Petit Larceny after allegedly stealing \$16.24 worth of merchandise. Released with an appearance ticket for July 28.

Erica Marie Hallisey (45) – Arrested July 14 at First Baptist Church, State St., for Unlawful Possession of Noxious Matter after allegedly inhaling “Dust Off” in public and rendering herself unconscious. Released with an appearance ticket for July 28.

Thomas Henry Folsom (40) – Arrested July 12 at Franklin St. for Disorderly Conduct: Obstructing Traffic (PL 240.20) after allegedly blocking traffic and yelling at motorists. Released with an appearance ticket for July 31.

Megan Elizabeth Dryden (40) – Arrested July 8 at Mo's Diner, Factory St., for Theft of Services after allegedly failing to pay \$32.36 for food. Released with an appearance ticket for July 28.

Paul John Avallone (67) – Arrested July 15 on Polk St. for Failure to Register Social ...

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July 08, 2025

Watertown Police Department Arrests July 8, 2025

Name: Ricky Hans Pierce, 56
Address: 522 Emerson St, Watertown, NY
Charges:
Criminal Mischief in the 3rd Degree (Class E Felony)** – On May 29 at approximately 1:30 a.m., Pierce allegedly damaged property valued at \$1,379.75 at Aminomax LLC, 810 Waterman Dr, including forced entry into bait boxes, a mailbox, and a laboratory drop box.
Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree (Class A Misdemeanor)
Attempted Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree (Class B Misdemeanor) – On July 7 at approximately 9:26 p.m., officers responded to a residence at 538 Emerson St for a reported disturbance. Pierce allegedly attempted to break into a residence by shattering a window, screen, and blinds after being told not to enter.

Name: Charles William Howard Jr., 57
Address: 140 N Meadow St, Apt 3, Watertown, NY
Charge:
Menacing in the 3rd Degree (Class B Misdemeanor) – On July 5 at approximately 10:38 p.m., officers were called to the defendant’s residence for a ...

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June 05, 2025

Police Blotter - Jefferson County 6/4/25

Watertown City Police Department – Daily Arrest Log
Date: June 4, 2025

Gary Amos Collins, 47, of 111 N Rutland St, Watertown, NY, was arrested at 8:09 a.m. on June 3, 2025, and charged with Criminal Contempt 2nd Degree, a class A misdemeanor. Collins allegedly violated a stay-away order of protection issued by Jefferson County Family Court by entering the residence of the protected party. He was processed and held for arraignment in Watertown City Court.

Luke Allen Bohn, 35, of 896 S Massey St, Watertown, NY, was arrested at 11:32 p.m. on June 3, 2025, and charged with:

Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree
Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th Degree
Both are class A misdemeanors. Bohn is accused of unlawfully entering and remaining at a residence on Bronson St after being repeatedly told to leave and was also found in possession of nine Clonazepam pills. He was held pending arraignment.

William Nathan Monroe III, 26, of Paterson, NJ, was arrested at 1:08 a.m. on June 4, 2025, and...

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Watertown Police Department Announces Arrest in Online Predation Case

Watertown, NY— The Watertown Police Department has announced the arrest of John Nathan Law, 36, of 204 S. Pleasant Street, following an investigation into an online attempted rape.

On February 17, 2025, the department was contacted by members of Nicky Sal, an online watchdog group, who reported that Mr. Law had engaged in explicit online communication with an account he believed belonged to a 13-year-old girl. According to investigators, Mr. Law attempted to arrange a meeting with the purported minor for the purpose of engaging in sexual intercourse.

Following the investigation, Mr. Law was charged with Attempted Rape in the First Degree, a Class C felony under New York State law. He was arraigned in Watertown City Court and remanded to the Jefferson County Correctional Facility on $10,000 bail.

“This arrest underscores our continued commitment to protecting the most vulnerable members of our community from online predators,” said Detective Lieutenant Joseph A. Giaquinto, who is overseeing the case.

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JEFFERSON COUNTY POLICE BLOTTER – JULY 16, 2025

POLICE BLOTTER – WATERTOWN & NYSP TROOP D

WATERTOWN POLICE – JULY 16, 2025

Animal Cruelty Arrest
Watertown Police arrested Jimmie Chaple, 78, of 1005 Washington Street, on July 16 at 1:15 p.m. after he allegedly left a small dog locked in a parked vehicle at 751 Waterman Drive without ventilation, water, or relief. The vehicle’s interior temperature reached between 119°F and 140°F while the outside temperature was 88°F. Chaple was charged with torturing and injuring animals, a Class A misdemeanor, and held pending arraignment in CAP Court.

Criminal Mischief Arrest
Police arrested Whesley Samuel Rivera, 29, of 140 High Street, Apt. 3, on July 16 at approximately 7:15 p.m. Rivera is accused of intentionally striking the rear windshield of a 2017 Dodge Journey with a skateboard, causing damage, during an incident at 814 Academy Street. He was charged with criminal mischief in the fourth degree, a Class A misdemeanor, and held for arraignment in CAP Court.

Traffic Violations
At 6:50 p.m. on July 16, police stopped Edward Michael Weston Jr. at 500 Emerson Street for multiple vehicle and traffic law violations. Weston was cited for operating without insurance, dirty or covered license plate, and an equipment violation for safety glass. He was released on appearance tickets returnable to Watertown City Court on August 5 at 9:00 a.m.

NYSP TROOP D – JULY 9–12, 2025

Petit Larceny Arrest – Fulton
On July 9 at 9:39 p.m., State Police in Fulton arrested Thomas Barrington Mason, 20, for petit larceny after an alleged theft. He was issued an appearance ticket.

Insurance Fraud Arrest – Lowville
On July 9 at 9:54 a.m., troopers arrested Marcus J. Lane, 44, in the town of Lowville for insurance fraud in the third degree, a felony. Lane was released on his own recognizance.

Juvenile Arrest – Phoenix
State Police arrested a 14-year-old juvenile on July 9 in the village of Phoenix for petit larceny. The youth was issued a family court appearance ticket.

Lost/Stolen Plates Incident – Hounsfield
On July 9, troopers responded to a report of lost or stolen license plates in the town of Hounsfield. Clarence Donald Watson, 52, was cited for related violations.

Animal Cruelty Arrest – Le Ray
On July 11 at 11:57 a.m., troopers in Le Ray arrested Tyler O. Makuch, 40, for torturing or injuring animals/failure to provide sustenance, a misdemeanor. He was issued an appearance ticket.

Sex Abuse Arrest – Pulaski
On July 11 at 11:15 a.m., State Police arrested Alan P. Willcox, 70, of Pulaski on felony charges of first-degree sexual abuse and endangering the welfare of a child. He was held for central arraignment.

Domestic Arrest – Watertown
At 2:14 a.m. on July 12, troopers arrested Wayne F. Livingston, 57, in the town of Watertown for criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, a misdemeanor. Livingston was held for central arraignment.

Multiple Charges – Watertown
On July 11 at 4:37 p.m., troopers arrested Daniel J. Racalto, 54, in the town of Watertown for petit larceny, obstructing governmental administration, and resisting arrest. He was released with an appearance ticket.

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July 15, 2025

Watertown Police Arrest Local Man for Attempted Dissemination of Indecent Materials to Minors and Failure to Register Social Media Accounts

WATERTOWN, NY – The Watertown Police Department has announced the arrest of Paul John Avallone, age 67, of 140 Polk Street, Apartment 2, Watertown, NY, following an investigation into online crimes against minors and violations of the New York State Sex Offender Registry requirements.

On February 17, 2025, the department was contacted by members of Nicky Sal, an online watchdog group, regarding an alleged attempt to disseminate indecent materials to minors. Investigators determined that Avallone engaged in explicit conversations with an account he believed belonged to a 13-year-old female and attempted to solicit nude images.

During the investigation, authorities also discovered that Avallone had failed to register multiple social media accounts as required by state law.

Avallone has been charged with the following:

Attempted Disseminating Indecent Materials to Minors in the Second Degree (Class A misdemeanor)
Failure to Register and Verify a Social Media Account (three counts)
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender in the First Degree (Class E felony)

Avallone was arraigned in Watertown City Court and remanded to the Jefferson County Correctional Facility without bail.

The Watertown Police Department commends the vigilance of community watchdog groups in assisting with investigations involving the safety of minors.

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