Monday News Brief
Written by Pete Zehler on July 14, 2025
Batavia Police Investigating Sunday Shots Fired Incident
The Batavia Police Department is investigating a shots fired incident that occurred early Sunday morning, July 13, around 3:15 a.m. in the area of Hutchins Place and State Street.
One person was struck by gunfire and transported to United Memorial Medical Center by private vehicle. That individual was later transferred to Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester for further treatment. The injury is not considered life-threatening.
According to police, the incident appears to have been targeted, and the investigation remains ongoing. No additional details are being released at this time.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Jason Ivison at 585-345-6312, the Batavia Police Department at 585-345-6350, or leave an anonymous tip by calling 585-345-6370 or visiting bataviapolice.org.
Police say public cooperation could be key in moving the case forward.
Author Talk
Tonight at 7 p.m., head to the Holland Land Office Museum in Batavia for an Author Talk with David Kinney, author of Batavia s Disorderly House the true story of local madam Edna Gruber.
The event includes a Q&A and book signing, with copies available on-site or in advance through the museum bookstore.
Presented by Richmond Memorial Library and the Holland Land Office Museum admission is free, with donations welcomed.
Memorial Ride
On Saturday, the Genesee Charity Riders gathered at the Glenn Loomis American Legion Post 332 in Batavia for a 100-mile memorial ride honoring Sgt. Shaina B. Schmigel.
A Batavia native and Medina High School grad, Schmigel served as a paratrooper and intelligence analyst with the 82nd Airborne Division before tragically losing her life in a training accident in 2014 at just 21 years old.
Proceeds from the ride supported the Disabled American Veterans van program.
Le Roy Explores Government Merger
Le Roy Village officials are exploring whether merging with the Town of Le Roy could improve efficiency and reduce costs. Mayor Greg Rogers emphasized that no decisions have been made they re simply applying for a New York State grant to fund a consolidation study.
Rogers told Camryn Brookhart with The Batavian that both the village and town boards passed resolutions to pursue the grant earlier this year. If the study shows benefits, the final decision would be left to voters with any village dissolution requiring a 60% approval.
The study would look at duplication of services, employee impacts, and cost savings. The village has just seven employees, many nearing retirement, and carries very little debt, Rogers said.
Concerns about rising sewer costs were addressed Rogers noted the sewer system is a self-funded enterprise, so major rate hikes are unlikely.
If the numbers or public input don t support consolidation, Rogers said they ll simply move on.
This is just part of us doing our job, he said. If it doesn t make things better, we won t do it.
Teen Academy Graduation
Seventeen students graduated Friday from the Sixth Annual Genesee County Sheriff s Office Teen Academy, wrapping up a weeklong program at Genesee Community College. The academy, supported by STOP DWI, the County Legislature, and GCC, gave teens hands-on insight into law enforcement.
Sheriff Joseph Graff praised the students dedication and thanked staff and instructors, especially Academy Director Deputy Joshua Brabon.
Award winners included Hunter Szymkowiak for Defensive Tactics and Emilio Rosales for Physical Training. Family and friends celebrated the teens accomplishment at the graduation ceremony.
Muckdogs
The Batavia Muckdogs continued their hot streak over the weekend. On Friday, they edged the Elmira Pioneers 3-2 at home, then topped the Buffalo Diesel 10-6 on Saturday, also at home. On Sunday, they hit the road and mercy ruled the Newark Pilots 11-0.
With the sweep, Batavia improves to 22-9-1 on the season. They’ll travel to face the Niagara Falls Americans on Tuesday.
