A Falconer man is facing a slew of charges from various incidents, including three at local businesses. Ellicott Town Police say they arrested 32-year-old William Seignious on five separate occasions over a roughly two-week span. According to police, Seignious was charged in the following incidents:
- On October 22nd, officers charged Seignious with petit larceny after responding to a shoplifting at Dollar General on West Main Street, where he allegedly had concealed several items inside his pocket and walked out of the store. Seignious was issued an appearance ticket.
- On November 2nd, Seignious was charged with 2nd-degree harassment following an investigation into a harassment complaint. According to police, Seignious allegedly charged at the victim, forcing them to retreat to avoid being struck. He was taken to the Chautauqua County Jail for centralized arraignment.
- Also on November 2nd, Seignious was charged with trespassing, resisting arrest, and obstruction stemming from a complaint at Tops Markets on South Work Street. Officers say he entered the store after he was previously advised that he was not allowed there. He allegedly returned to the store while police were present. When officers contacted him, he refused to identify himself, and he allegedly fought with them when being placed into custody. Seignious was taken to the Chautauqua County Jail for centralized arraignment.
- On November 7th, Seignious was arrested on charges of 2nd-degree criminal contempt, 2nd-degree harassment and 3rd-degree burglary. Ellicott Police responded to a harassment complaint, where it was alleged that Seignious entered Tops Markets after being previously trespassed and threatened an employee. He also allegedly violated a valid order of protection against a separate employee while inside the business. Seignious was taken to the Chautauqua County Jail for centralized arraignment.
- Also on November 7th, Seignious was charged with 3rd-degree criminal mischief after he allegedly caused over $250 worth of damage while in custody at the Ellicott Police Department. That charge was leveled about two hours after his arrest from the incident at Tops Markets.
