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Geneva Resident Charged in Penn Yan Sexual Abuse Investigation. Police in Penn Yan arrested a Geneva man, Bryan Garcia-Perez, after investigating allegations of sexual assault involving an incident reported in October. Authorities claim the victim was either intoxicated or unconscious during the reported assaults, which allegedly happened twice in the village. Garcia-Perez faces two counts of first-degree sexual abuse, a Class D felony, and was released with conditions following arraignment in Yates County. He is expected to appear in Village of Penn Yan Court for further proceedings. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 24) Finger Lakes Penn Yan, NY Geneva, NY

Man Charged With Petit Larceny After Alleged Theft at Penn Yan Business. A 37-year-old Penn Yan resident was arrested after police responded to a reported theft at a local business on December 6. Officers apprehended the man when he returned to the store two days later and allegedly found him with items taken from the establishment. He faces two counts of petit larceny and was released with an appearance ticket. The suspect is expected to appear in Penn Yan Village Court at a later date. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 16) Finger Lakes Penn Yan, NY

12-Year-Old Faces Charge After Penn Yan Altercation Results in Broken Arm. A 12-year-old in Penn Yan was charged with menacing following a fight between juveniles that resulted in another child sustaining a broken arm. Penn Yan Police confirmed that the incident led to a misdemeanor charge of Menacing in the Third Degree under state law. The accused was issued a ticket, and the matter has been referred to probation and family court. Authorities notified the child's parents following the arrest, but additional details about the incident remain undisclosed. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 9) Finger Lakes Penn Yan, NY

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