Press release The City of Batavia Police Department announces arrests following an investigation into the line-of-duty death of Genesee County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Thomas Sanfratello that occurred in the early morning hours of March 10, 2024 at the Batavia Downs. Michael J. Elmore, age 33, of Batavia is charged as follows; …
Press release/provided photos In the heart of the Genesee Valley, a new generation of healthcare warriors stepped into the light on Friday, March 8th, ready to embark on a journey defined by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to serve. The Genesee Valley BOCES (GV BOCES) School of Practical Nursing …
Officers sworn in for 2024 The Town of Batavia Fire Department responded to a total of 541 calls in 2023. Fires-47 MVA/EMS assist-112 Hazardous Conditions-29 Service calls/stand by-29 Good intent/investigations-30 Fire Alarms-290 __________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Town of Batavia Fire Department received the County Award for the most hours for county and …
A message from our President and CEO, Henry Wojtaszek: The Batavia Downs Family is extremely saddened by the loss of Sergeant SanFratello and send our very deepest condolences to his family. We rarely have incidents at our facility in large part due to the incredible efforts of people like Sergeant …
Press release The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office has transferred the investigation into a line-of-duty death incident that occurred at Batavia Downs on March 10, 2024, at approximately 12:45 am (prior to DST) to the City of Batavia Police Department. This incident resulted in the death of Genesee County Sheriff’s Sergeant Thomas A. Sanfratello, …
Press release It is with the deepest regret and sorrow that the Genesee County Sheriff reports the line-of-duty death of Sergeant Thomas A. Sanfratello, age 54, who passed away on March 10, 2024, following his involvement in an incident while working a special assignment detail at Batavia Downs. The City …