New York State Police Announce Arrests for License Violations, Burglary, and Other Offenses
The New York State Police have reported several recent arrests involving charges ranging from burglary to driving violations. Below are the details of the incidents:
Takim Shaell Branton Bain
- Age: 30
- Location: Homer
- Arrest Date: December 30
A trooper stopped Branton Bain’s vehicle in Cortlandville after noticing it lacked a bumper. Upon investigation, it was discovered that he did not have a valid driver’s license, and his learner’s permit had been revoked.
- Charge: First-degree aggravated unlicensed operation (Class-E Felony)
- Outcome: His vehicle was towed, and he is scheduled to appear in Cortlandville Town Court on January 13.
Jennifer Phillips
- Age: 54
- Location: Cortland
- Arrest Date: December 31
Phillips, previously banned from entering Walmart, was arrested after entering the Cortlandville store and stealing a phone.
- Charge: Third-degree burglary (Class-D Felony)
- Outcome: She was taken to the Cortland County Correctional Facility for arraignment.
Gregory A. DuBois
- Age: 31
- Location: Cortland
- Arrest Date: December 26
DuBois was arrested following a report that he had borrowed a vehicle and failed to return it. The vehicle was eventually returned to its owner.
- Charge: Unauthorized use of a vehicle (Misdemeanor)
- Outcome: DuBois is set to appear in Cortlandville Town Court on January 6.
Ruben Yturralde
- Age: 49
- Location: New York
- Arrest Date: December 26
Troopers stopped Yturralde’s vehicle on Interstate 81 near mile marker 50 for driving significantly below the speed limit. The trooper reported signs of impairment and detected the smell of burnt cannabis.
- Charge: Driving while ability impaired by drugs (Misdemeanor)
- Outcome: Yturralde is scheduled to appear in Cortlandville Town Court on January 13.
The New York State Police continue to enforce traffic laws and respond to reports of criminal activity to ensure public safety.