(Information from a provided press release) On January 9th, 2026, Michael H. Bellaire, 43, of Warsaw, NY, appeared for sentencing before the Honorable Melissa Lightcap Cianfrini after being convicted of Murder 2nd degree. Strangulation 1st degree, and Grand Larceny 4th degree. After hearing statements from the victim’s family members, Judge …
(Information from a provided press release) On Monday, October 20, 2025, Michael H. Bellaire, 43, of Warsaw, New York was found guilty following a seven-day Jury Trial before the Honorable Melissa Lightcap Cianfrini of the following charges, Murder 2nd degree, Strangulation 1st degree and Grand Larceny 4th degree. Bellaire faces …
Press release On November 7, 2023, the Warsaw Police Department were called for a “welfare check” on CHERYL COOK, a 53-year-old female. Upon entry into the residence, the Warsaw Police Department located CHERYL COOK deceased in the residence. A preliminary autopsy indicated the cause of death was strangulation. At the …