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Police Blotter: August 8 – August 14, 2022

Written by Staff Report on September 24, 2022. Posted in Blotter.

WARREN COUNTY

Michela M. Sussman, 70, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Charles E. Stewart, 55, was arrested for 2nd Degree Harassment
Summer R. Morgan, 33, was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance
Andree Shepard, 27, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, 3rd Degree Reckless Driving, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, 2nd Degree Resisting Arrest, Obstruction of Governmental Administration.
Lisa M. Barbone, 32, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Rose A. Donnelly, 30, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Eric T. Ladd, 43, was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance
Amanda D. O’Connell, 39, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance
Deshawn M. Dunklee, 19, 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Ashley R. Delgado, 34, was arrested for Probation Violation
Sarah K. Reynolds, 23, was arrested for 2nd Degree Menacing, 2nd Degree Assault with Intent to Cause Physical Injury, Criminal Possession of a Weapon with Intent to Use, Criminal Mischief with Intent to Damage Property
Bennett E. Sanders, 46, was arrested for 2nd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation
Katherine S. Eaton, 51, was arrested for 3rd Degree Burglary
Duane C. Gale, 38, was arrested for 2nd Degree Harassment
Jesse L. Brazee, 37, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Robert E. Digesualdo, 53, was arrested for 3rd Degree Assault
Alia E. Fillmore, 49, was arrested for 2nd Degree Menacing, Criminal Possession of a Weapon with Intent to Use
Brendan J. Sullivan, 23, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Katie F. Hayden, 22, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Christina E. Kennison, 39, was arrested for 2nd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle

Police Blotter: August 1 – August 7, 2022

Written by Staff Report on September 24, 2022. Posted in Blotter.

WARREN COUNTY

Brad S. Blair, 45, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Alfred L. Lambdin, 39, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Kevin J. Haller, 32, was arrested for 2nd Degree Harassment
Aldemar E. Vadnais, 44, was arrested for False Personation
Amy N. Bradway, 38, was arrested for Family Court Violation
Tosha R. Jeremias, 38, was arrested for False Personation
Jason B. Laroe, 51, was arrested for Failure to Appear
Christopher Lloyd, 43, was arrested for 3rd Degree Bail Jumping
John H. Urban, 83, was arrested for Trespass
Jason R. Bradway, 40, was arrested for 2nd Degree Criminal Contempt
Zacharias J. Yungandreas, 22, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Justin E. Rawlins, 44, was arrested for Failure to Appear
Daniel J. West, 27, was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance
Tonya L. Hoffman, 39, was arrested for Probation Violation
Carol J. Weingart, 78, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated: 1st Offense
Thomas E. Shelly, 76, was arrested for Aggravated DWI, 1st Offense
Ashley E. Vetrano, 33, was arrested for Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance, Failure to Appear
Kaonti B. Sartoris, 32, was arrested for Family Court Violation
William A. Ash, 27, was arrested for 3rd Degree Bail Jumping, Failure to Appear

An 18-wheel truck drives on the highway.

Truck Rodeo coming to SPAC on Saturday

Written by Command on September 23, 2022. Posted in Business, Community.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga-Warren-Washington Workforce Development Board (SWW WDB) is joining forces with local trucking companies to host the first Truck Rodeo on Saturday, Sept. 24 at SPAC in Saratoga Springs.

The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be multiple categories of vehicle classes, highlighting the variety of truck fleets across the region, according to a press release. The event will provide “a realistic job preview of roles and responsibilities of drivers,” the release states.

The event will also include a Touch-a-Truck corral and will have representatives from the Workforce Development Board on hand to discuss the industry.

Truck driving “encompasses a variety of skills and responsibilities that provides options for driving vehicles of various sizes across diverse business sectors,” according to the release. The event is being held to help combat a regional shortage of CDL truck drivers.

Estimates from the American Trucking Association say there will be a need for 160,000 truck drivers nationwide by 2028. Federal training dollars and other funding opportunities are available to those seeking financial support, the release says, also noting that the qualification age to obtain a commercial driver’s license was lowered from 21 to 18 in May.

“The perceptions of driving a truck for a living are changing. We want to educate and inform our communities, demonstrate the skill level and professionalism of our trucking community, and highlight the regional opportunities and significant earning potential of this career path,” states the release.

For more information, contact SWW WDB Executive Director Gretchen Steffan at gsteffan.sww.wdb@gmail.com or 518-824-8883.

A field hockey player connects with the ball during a game.

Hand’s hat trick guides Queensbury field hockey past Schuylerville

Written by Dylan McGlynn on September 23, 2022. Posted in Community, Sports.

QUEENSBURY — The Queensbury varsity field hockey team earned a shutout against Schuylerville on Thursday, winning 3-0 at home behind three goals by Dani Hand.

Hand scored twice in the first half, pacing the Spartans to a 2-0 lead at the break. The senior completed the hat trick in the second half, giving Queensbury a 3-0 lead. Ryan Allen and Kaitlyn Barton each picked up assists in the win.

Queensbury had 14 corners to Schuylerville’s 3, while Black Horses goalie Petra Gamage made 19 saves. Abigail Kittell stopped two shots in the win for the Spartans.

Queensbury will return to action when the team hosts Scotia-Glenville at 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 27.

An employee scans a family's items at the register of a store.

‘It worked out beautifully’: Pure N’ Simple under new ownership

Written by Dylan McGlynn on September 22, 2022. Posted in Business, Community, Downtown, Food.

GLENS FALLS — New ownership took over Pure N’ Simple Natural Foods in June, but not much else has changed for the longtime Glens Falls store.

Kristen and Andrew Holt have run the store for just over three months, taking over for former owners Paul and Bonnie Savard. Kristen Holt said the transition was “seamless.”

“They closed on a Friday under their name, and we opened on a Monday under our name,” said Holt. “The health inspector came in Monday morning before we opened, and it was just a seamless transition.”

Holt said the idea to run a health food store initially came from her husband.

“Several months back, my husband just randomly mentioned to me that we should start a health food store,” Holt said. “I said, ‘Well, you should talk to the other health food store in town. … We should talk to them and see if we can partner with them.”

What the Holts found instead, however, was that the property had been listed for sale.

“Two days later, I walked into the store and saw a ‘For Sale’ sign on the building,” said Holt. “I asked them about it, and they said that they were going to be selling the store.”

The Savards were planning on closing the store altogether at the end of May, Holt said. This led the Holts to take over Pure N’ Simple, which they have operated since June 6.

“I just got the chills and I just felt such a deep grief for this couple that had poured their heart and soul into this shop for 35 years, and for the community, that it wasn’t going to be here anymore for them,” said Holt.

After returning from a vacation, the Holts began talks to take over the store.

“We came back, and we met with them. We were able to just talk about what we needed, and what they needed,” Holt explained. “It worked out beautifully. … It’s just been so beautiful working with Paul and Bonnie. They’ve been such an encouragement, such a support in training us and teaching us everything we would need to know for the shop.”

Since taking over, Holt says the response from the local community has been strong.

“We love it. We have four small kids that love to be here with us as well,” said Holt. “We’ve gotten really positive feedback from the community. Everyone’s very excited that we’re here. … It’s great to have the support of the customers.”

Pure N’ Simple specializes in health food and supplements, Holt said. She noted that the couple is attempting to “keep everything the same” as before the sale, in addition to adding several new options.

“We’ve got supplements and herbs, and vitamins. We’ve got a lot of healthy, organic foods and also non-organic,” said Holt. “We’ve got foods for special diets, like vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free. We have a lot of bulk foods. … We package all our own dried fruits, nuts, flowers, oats, that sort of thing.”

Holt mentioned that the store hopes to partner with local growers to sell fresh produce.

“It’s great that we have the farmer’s market on Saturday, but we would like to afford them a place where they can also sell Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Not just on Saturday’s,” said Holt. “That would be our biggest goal.”

Holt also said the store will fulfill custom orders, encouraging customers to reach out and provide feedback.

“We’re still doing the famous granola and muffins that they made,” Holt said. “If there’s any changes that they’re not used to, or anything they would like that we don’t have, we would love for them to let us know.

“We want to make sure our customers are getting the same thing that they had, plus a little extra.”

Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins, New York Secretary of State Robert Rodriguez, and Glens Falls economic development director Jeff Flagg walk through the city's downtown.

‘A really vibrant area’: New York Secretary of State Visits Glens Falls

Written by Dylan McGlynn on September 22, 2022. Posted in Community, Downtown, Featured, News.

GLENS FALLS — New York Secretary of State Robert Rodriguez joined Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins and other city officials for a tour of Glens Falls’ downtown on Wednesday, showcasing the improvements made to the city as a result of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

Rodriguez’ office is currently on a tour of DRI projects around the state. He referred to Glens Falls’ downtown as “a really vibrant area.”

“I think there’s a really great team, and the commitment of the Mayor and the City in supporting the DRI is really critical to that,” said Rodriguez. “We’ve seen a number of the businesses that have benefitted from our investment funds, and you really see that when you’re walking along the streets.”

Mayor Collins said, “This is what happens when you’re successful and you move these projects forward,” in reference to the visit.

“People start to pay attention, and more success breeds success,” Collins said. “The Secretary of State here today, the Lieutenant Governor here three weeks ago. Those are great indicators for a Mayor and a common council. That means that people are happy with what they’re seeing, they’re coming to see what the 10 million dollars is going to be leveraged into.”

Collins said the downtown area has seen $36 million of total investment, counting the $10 million the city received through DRI.

“That’s impressive. That sort of thing can change a downtown,” said Collins. “I believe Glens Falls has been under a revitalization for about 10 to 15 years now. Developers have invested in Glens Falls, and as they’re building, they’re filling things.”

Rodriguez emphasized the support of the Glens Falls community, saying that DRI projects around the state wouldn’t be successful “without local community support.”

“I think DRI is one of those things that the community really rallies behind. We’ve seen it with Glens Falls, but we’ve also seen it 59 other times,” Rodriguez said. “They’re the ones that choose the list of projects that we do. We don’t make it up, they make it up. The community makes it up. That’s what makes it special, and that’s why we have such a high rate of success.”

The tour involved a stop on South Street, “the last piece of the DRI investment,” as Rodriguez referred to it. The City is looking to build a year-round farmer’s market and renovate several buildings on South Street into mixed-use apartments and commercial spaces.

“The South Market, and that South Street corridor is still the last piece of the DRI investment that we’re looking to focus on,” said Rodriguez. “So really, seeing the housing get created around that, breaking ground, making sure that we get the year-round farmer’s market, are the final pieces to completing what has been the vision of Glens Falls around the DRI.”

“This has been a long time coming, six years. All I’m doing is helping carry the football across the end zone,” Collins said. “I’m very excited to be a part of this, and to keep us going forward.

“We need to continue to move forward, make sure we’re not in people’s way, and that our success leads a chance for everybody to come to Glens Falls and prosper.”

Two players battle for possession of a soccer ball during a game.

Queensbury boys soccer earns 500th win in team history

Written by Dylan McGlynn on September 22, 2022. Posted in Community, Sports.

QUEENSBURY — The Queensbury varsity boys soccer team reached a milestone on Wednesday, holding off Schuylerville for a 2-1 victory at home.

The win was the 500th in the history of the Spartans’ boys soccer program, according to the school’s athletic page on Twitter. The team came firing out of the gate on Wednesday, scoring twice in the opening minutes.

Gavin Kelly scored the game’s opening goal, finishing a feed from Ian Rathbun to give Queensbury an early 1-0 lead. Less than a minute later, a shot by Max Roca deflected off a Black Horses defender and in, giving the Spartans a 2-0 lead.

Schuylerville eventually settled in late in the half, but Spartan goalie Jake Afsar-Keshmiri made several quality stops to keep the Black Horses off the board and send Queensbury to the half with a 2-0 lead.

The visiting team was able to generate more pressure in the second half, and got on the board in the 53rd minute. A misplay by the Queensbury defense allowed an opportunity for Alex Renner, and he finished to cut the Spartans’ lead to 2-1.

Queensbury was able to buckle down, however, turning away all other opportunities and holding on for a 2-1 win. Afsar-Keshmiri made seven saves in goal for the Spartans.

Kelly and Roca each scored goals, while Rathbun had an assist for Queensbury. Renner scored the lone goal for Schuylerville, with Griffin Brophy making four saves in goal.

Queensbury will play at Hudson Falls at 4:30 p.m. tomorrow.

An artist rendering of the finished Park & Elm.

Downtown Revitalization: Park and Elm

Written by Melissa Downer on September 21, 2022. Posted in Business, Community, Downtown, Featured, Food.

The revitalization of downtown is being taken one step further with the development of a renovated multi-use building set to open this fall.

Elizabeth Miller and her son Ben Miller, who own the Park Theater and Doc’s Restaurant, purchased the property on the corner of Park and Elm Streets in 2019 with the vision to expand their business and open up space for more parking for events at the theater and restaurant. Formerly, the building was the home of Look TV.

“This is just a natural expansion for us,” Ben Miller said, “We are very excited to share this new operation with the public.”

The building will house a new fine dining restaurant, aptly named Park and Elm, and a deli and market on the first floor, and 10 apartments on the second and third floors. The deli will have a full butcher counter that will have the same cuts of meat served at the restaurant, and the market will sell fresh and local produce, eggs and dairy from area farms, including Miller’s own Sunset Farm in Queensbury. It will also have household items such as dish soap, paper towels and toilet paper.

**ADK Studios’ rendering of the Park & Elm Restaurant and Market.**

“The deli and market will be under the same umbrella as the fine-dining restaurant, using many of the same ingredients,” Ben said. “We will offer fast, casual breakfast and lunch sandwiches, house baked bread, and grab-and-go meals.”

Full and half pan to-go meals will be available for purchase as well.

The apartments are a mix of one and two bedroom apartments ranging from 700 square feet to almost 2,000 square feet. Rent will range from $1,300 to $1,900 per month.

Elizabeth stated that Park and Elm will be a great addition to downtown because currently, Doc’s is closed to the public often due to private events. Moving forward, Doc’s will only be open when there are events at the Park Theater. Park and Elm will give the public an option now, while Doc’s was usually closed. Ben added that they will consider private events at Park and Elm on a case-by-case basis.

A large motivation for this development for Elizabeth is parking.

“We wanted to make parking more viable for our customers and that area of town,” she said, adding that parking has been a problem for the Park Theater and Doc’s.

**ADK Studios’ artist rendering of the Park & Elm Market.**

Cifone Construction is handling the renovations. Plans were held up due to COVID-19, however that did not deter the Millers from moving forward.

“Construction didn’t come to a complete halt, but the pandemic did slow things down a bit,” Ben said. “We are just really excited to be able to share this publicly soon.”

Between the restaurant and the deli and market, there will be at least 8-10 job openings. There will also be a need for events at the Park Theater. Executive Chef Matthew J. Delos will continue his role at Park and Elm as well as at Doc’s for special events.

Elizabeth purchased the Park Theater in 2014 and with Cifone Construction, renovated the building, originally built in 1911. The Park Theater reopened as a state-of-the-art performing arts center, featuring national and international touring performers, as well as local community artists and productions.

Field hockey players battle for possession of the ball.

Queensbury Sports Roundup: Hand scores 50th career goal, Spartan girls soccer cruises past Hudson Falls

Written by Dylan McGlynn on September 21, 2022. Posted in Community, Sports.

Hand reaches 50 career goals in 9-0 win

GLOVERSVILLE — Queensbury field hockey senior Dani Hand put herself in the Spartans’ record books on Tuesday, reaching the 50-goal milestone in a 9-0 win on the road against Gloversville.

Hand scored four goals and added an assist, becoming the fourth player in Queensbury field hockey history to score 50 career goals. The senior is fifth in points in team history, with 76 (50 goals, 26 assists). Hand’s older sister, Stephanie, is second in team history with 84 goals, behind Laura Gersten (127 career goals).

Ryan Allen added two goals for the Spartans in Tuesday’s win, while Gianna Marcantonio, Brianna Zehr, and Kendal Kelsey also scored goals. Kendra Bullard had two assists for Queensbury, with Lilyauna Hazelton and Maddy Moger also adding assists.

Felix Clo made 12 saves in goal for Gloversville, while Larissa Sheffield stopped eight shots.

Queensbury will host Schuylerville at 4:30 p.m. tomorrow.

Queensbury girls soccer cruises past Hudson Falls

HUDSON FALLS — The Queensbury varsity girls soccer team rolled past Hudson Falls on Tuesday, earning a 7-0 win on the road.

Ava Roca opened the scoring with an unassisted goal, followed by a goal from Ava Stewart off an assist by Meredith Montgomery. Bayley Duffy extended the lead to 3-0, with a goal by Emily Tenner pushing the advantage to four goals.

Allison Dittrich made it 5-0 off an assist by Stewart, and Roca’s second goal stretched the lead to six. Dittrich’s second goal, assisted by Mia Keshmiri, brought the game to its 7-0 final score.

Stewart had a goal and three assists for the Spartans, while Roca and Dittrich each scored two goals. Duffy and Tenner also scored goals, with Montgomery and Keshmiri adding assists. Katie Mitchell made 18 saves in goal for Hudson Falls.

Queensbury will host Gloversville at 11 a.m. on Saturday.

Police Blotter: September 12 – September 18, 2022

Written by Staff Report on September 20, 2022. Posted in Blotter.

WARREN COUNTY

Cody B. Batcher, 32, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Mark A. Myers, 50, was arrested on an active warrant
Jackson M. Metz, 23, was arrested for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation: Alcohol Related
Andree Shepard, 27, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Sean R. Miller, 33, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Anthony J. Pecor, 46, was arrested for 3rd Degree Assault with Intent to Cause Physical Injury, Criminal Mischief with Intent to Damage Property, 3rd Degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon: Previous Conviction, Menacing a Police or Peace Officer
Joseph S. Barron, 41, was arrested for 2nd Degree Harassment
Brent G. Skoll, 55, was arrested for 1st Degree Criminal Contempt
Ashley M. Dudley, 35, was arrested for 2nd Degree Bail Jumping, Failure to Appear
Brenda J. Ackley, 34, was arrested for 2nd Degree Criminal Contempt
Samuel E. Travis, 44, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Mitchell E. Stone, 46, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Billy R. Mitchell, 38, was arrested for Aggravated Family Offense, 1st Degree Criminal Contempt
James F. Barber, 49, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Jody L. Tanner, 50, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Brian S. Vangundy, 29, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Tammy M. Love, 33, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Carter J. Backus, 22, was arrested for 3rd Degree Criminal Mischief: Damage to Property
Terry L. Brower, 51, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Nathaniel J. Walker, 31, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Lindsey A. Capone, 32, was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance
Robert A. Crosby, 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Resisting Arrest
Timothy E. McIntyre, 45 was arrested for Acting in Manner to Injure Child Less Than 17
Brenna R. Michalak, 25, was arrested for Acting in Manner to Injure Child Less Than 17
Jacob E. Baker, 23, was arrested for 2nd Degree Harassment

Warren County Sheriff

QUEENSBURY – At approximately 7:10 p.m. on Sept 15, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office investigated a report of a possible assault that occurred at the Warren Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, located at 42 Gurney Ln in the Town of Queensbury. A family member reported the victim, a 67-year-old resident of the Warren Center, had been struck by a Nurse’s Aide. Through an investigation into the claim, officers learned the victim had been assaulted by 19-year-old Raven J. Charles-Gary, of Birmingham, AL. Charles-Gary struck the victim in the face, causing cuts, bruising, and substantial pain. Charles-Gary was arrested for Assault in the Second Degree and Endangering the Welfare of a Vulnerable Elderly Person in the Second Degree, both felonies. She was held at the Warren County Correctional Facility pending arraignment.

HUDSON FALLS – On Sept. 17, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30-year-old Morgan E. Bemis-Heym, of Hudson Falls and 52-year-old Linda L. Marshall, of South Glens Falls, following a traffic stop. Bemis-Heym–known to officers for having a suspended driver’s license–was operating a black Jeep Compass with a brake light out. Upon approaching the vehicle, Officers observed a scale with white powder substance consistent with cocaine residue and a knife in plain view inside the vehicle. Bemis-Heym was removed from the vehicle, at which point a baggie containing what appeared to be crack cocaine was observed on the driver’s seat. Bemis-Heym was transported to Warren County Sheriff’s Office where she was found to be in possession of additional crack cocaine. The passenger of the vehicle, Linda Marshall, originally gave a false name and was later found to have active warrants out of Glens Falls and Saratoga County. Morgan E. Bemis-Heym was charged with 1 count of 3rd Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (intent to sell) 3rd Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (1/2 ounce or more of a narcotic drug), both class B Felonies, and 2nd Degree Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia–a class A Misdemeanor. Linda L. Marshall was charged with 2 counts of 2nd Degree Criminal Impersonation–Class A Misdemeanor. Bemis-Heym and Marshall were arraigned the next morning in Warren County CAP Court where they were released on their own recognizance to return at a later court date.

QUEENSBURY – On Sept. 18, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29-year-old Jonathan C. A. Johnson of Glens Falls, 29-year-old Robert J. Periard of Argyle, and 20-year-old Maleki A. Nichols of Queensbury following a traffic stop. Johnson, the operator of a Volvo XC90, was stopped after failing to signal while turning at an intersection in Queensbury. The vehicle he was driving also had switched Vermont license plates registered to a Chevrolet passenger car. Upon an inventory search of the vehicle, crack cocaine was located on the front passenger seat and a loaded 9mm firearm, a quantity of crack cocaine and a digital scale with cocaine residue were located in the glove compartment. All three men were charged with 3rd Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (intent to sell) and 3rd Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (1/2 ounce or more of a narcotic drug)–both class B Felonies. The three men were also charged with 2nd Degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon (loaded firearm)–a class B Felony. The men were also charged with 2nd Degree Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia–class A Misdemeanor, while Periard was charged with 7th Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance–class A Misdemeanor. Johnson, who is currently pending class B drug felonies out of Glens Falls, was also issued traffic tickets for Failure to Signal and Switched License Plates. All subjects were arraigned the next morning in Queensbury Court where Periard and Nichols were released on their own recognizance to return at a later court date and Johnson was remanded for lack of $2000cash/$4000bond for bail.

LAKE GEORGE – At approximately 3:14 a.m. on Aug 20 the Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded to an assault in progress on Canada Street in the Village of Lake George. Patrol Officers arrived on scene to find all parties separated, the victim in this incident lying on the ground with a severe head injury and fractured ankle. The victim was transported to Glens Falls Hospital and later Albany Medical Center for treatment. After a police investigation, it was determined that 23-year-old Nicholas D. Motta of Lake George, 22-year-old Sean A. Lamando of Queensbury, and an unknown third party attacked and repeatedly struck the victim in the face and body with closed fists, causing injury. Motta was arrested and charged with 1st Degree Gang Assault, 2nd Degree Assault, and 2nd Degree Strangulation. Lamando was arrested and charged with 1st Degree Gang Assault and 2nd Degree Assault.