Erie County Sheriff's Office

06/12/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

Residents of every neighborhood in every community are risking the theft of their vehicle if they leave it unlocked with the keys in it. Remember, when you get home at the end of the day:

1️⃣Remove valuables from your vehicle
2️⃣Lock it up
3️⃣Bring the keys inside the house

06/11/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

Thirty-nine police officers graduated from the Erie County Law Enforcement Training Academy yesterday. Each of them are embarking on a new career, knowing the risks that it carries. They accept that risk to serve their communities.

But no law enforcement officer deserves to be met with bullets while doing their job. Violent acts like the one that occurred Monday in Buffalo must stop. Thank God this shield saved a Deputy U.S. Marshal's life.

A 30-year-old Rochester man was charged with assault on a federal law enforcement officer after a shootout with a U.S. Marshals task force at a Buffalo home on Monday.

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06/11/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

This week, we have a Thursday edition of Warrant Wednesday. If you know the whereabouts of any of the individuals depicted, please follow the instructions below each picture and make the call! This week’s feature subject is Ms. Emonee Bradley.

06/10/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

Earlier today, our four newest Police Services Division deputies graduated from the 148th Basic Course for Police Officers at the Erie County Law Enforcement Training Academy. Please join us in congratulating Deputy Nicholas Diello, Deputy Christopher Shaver, Deputy Michael Nosky, and Deputy Andrew LaCongo and wishing them luck as they begin their field training program.

Pictured: Sheriff John Garcia, Deputy Nicholas Diello, Deputy Christopher Shaver, Deputy Michael Nosky, Deputy Andrew LaCongo, Undersheriff William Cooley

06/09/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

Today, Sergeant Simon Biegasiewicz of the ECSO Traffic Bureau joined AAA Western and Central New York to speak with WIVB about motorcycle safety awareness. This is a shared responsibility between motorcyclists and drivers.

Riders are reminded to make themselves visible with bright clothing and reflective materials. Follow the speed limit. Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet, and never mix alcohol and motorcycles.

Drivers should give motorcyclists a full lane and keep a safe following distance. Check mirrors and blind spots before changing lanes. Always remember: look twice, save a life.

06/09/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

On Monday, Class 26-067 graduated from the Erie County Sheriff's Office Basic Corrections Academy. This class includes 24 deputies who will be assigned to the Erie County Holding Center, 10 Corrections Officers who will be assigned to the Erie County Correctional Facility, and one Peace Officer from the Buffalo Police Department. We are extremely proud of this group's accomplishments and wish them all luck as they embark on their new careers!

06/08/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

The Ford Driving Skills for Life training program is returning to Erie County July 25 and 26. This is a great opportunity for teenagers to get some free, advanced driving training.

06/08/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

Deputies assigned to the Underwater Recovery Unit never quite know what they'll find when they embark on a training mission.

06/06/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

The course of history was changed on this day in 1944. We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice on D-Day.

06/05/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

K9 Viva wonders where this nice weather has been!