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Rochester, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Amanda L. Reeves, 43, of Greece, NY, who was convicted of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, was sentenced to serve 42 months in prison by Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth A. Wolford. Reeves was also ordered to pay $92,903.34 in restitution to various retailers, including Best Buy, Home Depot, Kohls, Lowes, Macy’s, Target, and Walmart. Between December 2021, and October 17, 2024, Reeves conspired with other

Rochester, NY - On June 2, 2026 at about 1:30 pm, a suspect entered the bank, handed the teller a note, threatening that he had a weapon, and demanded money. The suspect had his hand in his pocket as if he was concealing a firearm, although none was seen. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect fled the bank. Information was developed the suspect may have used a vehicle. During the preliminary investigation a good description of that vehicle was developed.

Rochester, NY - On May 7, 2026 the Rochester Police Department was contacted by family members of 29-year-old Majesty Montgomery, who advised they had not seen or heard from Majesty for over 24 hours. While interviewing family members, and during the course of the preliminary investigation, information was developed that raised concerns she may have been the victim of a crime. As a result, members of the Major Crimes Homicide Unit commenced their investigation. The investigat

Rochester, NY - Last night, around 10:15pm, Officers stepped out with a group near corner of Jay Street and Reis Street. The group were loitering around a 2019 Honda while gambling and consuming alcohol in public. As Officers approached, 19-year old Lavone Peak discarded a handgun underneath the car and began running. Officers chased Peak and safely took him into custody in a nearby backyard. Under the vehicle, Officers recovered a 9mm Glock handgun, which was loaded with 29

Rochester, NY - On May 29, around 5:45pm, Officers responded to the 100 block of Morrill Street for a ShotSpotter activation. While Officers were enroute to the location, a 911 call was received for a domestic situation. Upon arrival, Officers located evidence of shots fired and quickly detained 41-year old Antoine Kendrick. The preliminary investigation found that during a domestic argument, Kendrick allegedly went out on the front porch and fired multiple rounds from a hand

Proactive Search for Stolen Vehicle Leads to Arrest of Three Juveniles and Recovery of Two Stolen Guns Earlier on May 23, 2026, deputies received a License Plate Reader (LPR) activation broadcast for a stolen vehicle. Through proactive police work, deputies located the unoccupied vehicle at 8:53 p.m., parked in the Marketplace Mall parking lot. Deputies continued their investigation with the assistance of mall security. A review of camera footage provided a good description

Rochester, NY - On May 23, 2026, around 4:20pm, Officers responded to the 300 block of Hudson Avenue for the report of a sexual assault. The preliminary investigation found that the victim, an 18-year old female from Orleans County, had taken a bus from downtown to the area of State Street and Lyell Avenue for a driving school appointment. While the victim was outside of the driving school, the suspect pulled up in a vehicle and began speaking with the victim. The victim, bel

Rochester, NY - On May 5, 2026, Officers responded to an address on First Street for the report of a dog shot. Officers located a 3-year old French Bulldog suffering from a gunshot wound to the rear leg. Thankfully, the dog survived its injuries. The preliminary investigation found that the suspect was walking on the sidewalk when “Miracle” barked at him. The suspect pulled out a handgun and fired at least one round, striking “Miracle” in a rear leg before fleeing the scene.

Rochester, NY- On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, a Monroe County jury convicted 21-year-old Rahjule Keeton of Murder in the 2nd Degree, Robbery in the 1st Degree, and Robbery in the 2nd Degree for the murder James Hallenbeck. On August 21, 2022, at approximately 1:45AM, Rochester Police Officers responded to Olean Street near Coretta Scott Crossing for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, 29-year-old James Hallenbeck was found deceased with a gunshot wound and blunt force trauma afte

Rochester, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Orlando Justice, 38, of Rochester, NY, who was convicted of transmission of threatening communications in interstate commerce, was sentenced to serve 21 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Meredith A. Vacca. On November 23, 2024, a Rochester Police officer (Victim) participated in the arrest of Justice, who was intoxicated at the time of arrest and was transported to Strong Memorial Hospital. While at St

Fairport, N.Y. – Allen P. Peters of Rochester, N.Y. has been charged with torturing and injuring an animal/failure to provide sustenance, a misdemeanor under section 353 of New York State Agriculture and Markets law following an investigation conducted by Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester. If convicted, Peters faces a penalty of up to one year imprisonment and potential fines. In February, Peters presented a cat confined to a carrier to staff at Lollypop

Rochester, NY - On 5/11/26 at approximately 12:14 a.m., the Rochester Police Department responded to 98 Lyell Ave. for the report of a pedestrian struck motor vehicle accident. In addition to the Rochester Police Department, the Rochester Fire Department and AMR ambulance responded to the scene. Upon arrival, responders located the pedestrian, a 28 year old, female, City of Rochester resident who was pinned underneath a Chevrolet sedan. The Rochester Fire Department was ab