As a result of the investigation into the shooting of two individuals under the south end of the Allen-Berry Bridge members of the Elmira Police Department have arrested 25-year-old Tyjai Vansickle of Elmira. Vansickle was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree, a Class C Felony, and additional charges are expected. Vansickle was arraigned in Elmira City Court and remanded to the Chemung County Jail.
The Elmira Police Department would like to thank Erway Ambulance, Elmira Fire Department and the public for their assistance with this investigation.
This investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be filed at a later time. Anyone who has further information is urged to contact the Elmira Police Department at 607-737-5626 or the Tip Line at 271-HALT.
Respectfully,
Sgt. Joseph Linehan