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April 2, 2026
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Ex-Elmira Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Sharing Confidential Information: A former Elmira police officer admitted in court to sharing confidential details that undermined a felony drug investigation. Shyonna Pacheco, 26, from Breesport, pleaded guilty to attempted hindering prosecution and resigned from the Elmira Police Department as part of her plea agreement. Authorities reported she provided sensitive investigation information to a relative, ultimately leading to the compromise of the case. Additional acts of misconduct were identified but not pursued under her plea deal. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 2)
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Ex-Elmira Police Officer Admits Guilt to Misconduct Charge in Court: A former Elmira police officer, Shyonna Pacheco of Breesport, has admitted guilt to a misdemeanor stemming from a misconduct investigation connected to a drug case. Pacheco entered her plea to attempted hindering prosecution in the second degree on Tuesday in Elmira City Court. The case was prosecuted by the Schuyler County District Attorney's Office. This concludes the criminal proceedings related to her conduct in the investigation. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Apr 2)
January 5, 2026
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Driver Identified in Deadly December Crash on State Route 13: Schuyler County officials have named Susan Vieselmeyer, age 71, of Breesport, as the individual who died in a vehicle accident and subsequent fire on State Route 13 last month. The crash took place on December 22 at around 2 p.m., prompting an emergency response from county authorities. Confirmation of the victim's identity was made following an autopsy. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident is ongoing. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Jan 5)