Elmira, NY – The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office released its Daily Arrest Report for January 28, 2026, detailing five separate arrests made across the county this week.
According to Sheriff William A. Schrom, 36-year-old Cody E. Shoemaker of Elmira was arrested on January 27 for criminal impersonation in the 2nd degree, resisting arrest, and obstructing governmental administration. Shoemaker allegedly provided a false name to deputies after a traffic stop and was later found to have an outstanding warrant from the Town of Southport Court. He was processed and released pending a later court appearance.
Deputies also reported the arrest of Morgan B. Pierson, 30, of Elmira, on an outstanding bench warrant related to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree. Pierson was turned over to the Elmira City Court and released on her own recognizance.
Additional arrests included James J. Johnston, 47, charged with two counts of criminal contempt; Michael J. Russell, 41, charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance; and Brian M. Serfas, 37, arrested on an outstanding bench warrant. Each individual was processed through the Chemung County Jail system and is scheduled to appear in local court at a later date.
The Sheriff’s Office routinely publishes daily arrest updates to inform the community of local enforcement actions and court proceedings.
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