Police Reports

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer congratulates K9s Dixie, Olive and Roxy on their recent completion of course requirements for advancement in Mantrailing.  K9s Dixie and Olive, along with their handler Ruth Mayes, successfully completed the requirements for Advanced Mantrailing by the National Network of Canine Detection Services.  K9 Roxy and her handler Rod Johnson received certification by the National Police Bloodhound Association for Mantrailing to work as a Mantrailing team.

The K9s, part of the Tracking Unit of the County Detectives’ Bureau K9 Unit with the District Attorney’s Office, train throughout the year to keep their skills sharp and are frequently called to assist first responders.  These beautiful K9s, along with their K9 teammates and handlers, are often seen at area events such as the McKean County Fair and National Night Out. 

If you would like a K9 at your event, please contact the District Attorney’s Office at (814) 887-3312.

On July 18, 2025, at approximately 1:51 a.m., City of Bradford Police responded to a fight in progress at JJ’s Saloon, located at 413 East Main Street. Upon arrival, officers learned that a male, identified as Shane A. Rice, had entered the bar with a baseball bat and engaged in a physical altercation with multiple individuals inside the establishment. The male had fled the scene just prior to police arrival.

A short time later, officers located Rice walking on North Kendall Avenue and took him into custody for disorderly conduct. During the arrest and subsequent search, officers found Rice to be in possession of illegal substances, including methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, digital scales, and pills. These items are considered illegally possessed controlled substances and paraphernalia.

Rice was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver, Possession of Controlled Substances, Possession of Instrument of a Crime, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Disorderly Conduct. Magistrate Luther arraigned Rice on these charges and set bail at $100,000 straight. Rice was remanded to McKean County Jail, and preliminary hearings are scheduled in the matter.

The City of Bradford Police Department encourages anyone with information about illegal drug activity or tips to contact us through our Crimewatch or Facebook sites or by calling 814-887-4911. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Remember, if you see something, say something. Your tips can help keep our community safe.

37 Year old Randy Davis, N.P.A. was arrested on July 12th by the Patrol unit for an outstanding bench warrant from Olean City Court. After a search incident to lawful arrest, Davis was found to be in possession of over one ounce of Meth that was located on his person. as well as a digital scale and cash. Davis was remanded to the Cattaraugus County Jail with no Bail.

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that two woman have been charged recently with drug deliveries at the end of a drug investigation into their sale of drugs throughout McKean County by the McKean County Drug Task Force.

Tammy MCMAHON, of Bradford, and Misty MIHALKO, of Smethport, were charged by Detectives with the McKean County Drug Task Force with selling drugs in the county.