Wesleyville Borough Police Department

Burglary Investigation:

The Wesleyville Borough Police is investigating multiple burglaries that took place at the White Buffalo Bar. The most recent being the morning of June 2nd 2026

This investigation is on going but after the latest incident Chief was able to quickly identify the male in the attached photos. A warrant was obtained and then issued for his arrest.

The Wesleyville PD patrol officer’s were then able to locate the suspect later that night. The male was identified as Christopher Carriero who was known to frequent the Buffalo Road Area. Upon his arrest he was remanded to the Erie County Prison.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Wesleyville Borough Police Department at 814-899-0681.

Please use caution ⚠️ throughout the borough!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wesleyville Police Respond to House Fire on East 30th Street

Earlier today, just after 8:00 a.m., officers from the Wesleyville Police Department were on routine patrol when Patrolman Maille and Chief Buzanowski discovered a house fire in the 2800 block of East 30th Street.

Upon discovering the fire, the officers immediately notified emergency responders and took action to assist at the scene. While awaiting the arrival of fire personnel, officers attempted to rescue two dogs believed to still be inside the residence.

Officers remained on scene assisting multiple responding fire agencies with traffic and scene management while also providing care to the dogs rescued from the home.

The Wesleyville Police Department would like to recognize the quick actions and teamwork displayed by all first responders involved in today’s incident.

No further information is available at this time.

📷Photos courtesy of EFD Photographer Scooter Blakely

K9 Ke$ha would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Easter! 🐣

Remember to always to be kind and courteous!

Coyotes have been active in our area. Please take a few extra steps to keep your pets safe during bathroom breaks — even short ones.

WHEN LETTING PETS OUT:

Visually check yard before going out

Always go outside with your pet

Use a short leash, especially for small dogs

Turn on yard lights at night before you go out and make noise

Stay alert — watch bushes, tree lines, and wooded edges

BEST TIMES TO BE EXTRA CAREFUL:

Coyotes are most active at dawn, dusk, and nighttime

IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS:

Do not leave small pets outside alone for extended periods of time and bring them back inside after they go.

Keep pet food, water, and trash secured

Keep cats indoors or supervised only

IF YOU SEE A COYOTE:

Stay calm — do not run

Pick up small pets if possible make yourself big and loud (yell, clap, wave arms) use spray if attacked.

Back away slowly toward your house

REPORT AGGRESSIVE COYOTE ACTIVITY:

Wesleyville Borough Police

814-899-0681

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Shared from our friends at Millcreek Township PD

**Update** as of 5:30 they are working again.

**Attention** - the non emergency phone lines for WPD are currently experiencing an issue..Till further notice if you need the police department in a non emergency fashion please dial 814-868-7911 and speak to a dispatcher directly!

WPD

Update: Owner located

FOUND DOG

Good Evening! A passerby has located a dog in the area of Station Road and Shannon Road. The dog is currently at our borough police station. If this is your animal please contact the department at 814-899-0681, or stop by the station with proof of dog ownership and the 15$ kennel fee!

Thank You!

Update: Owner located

FOUND DOG

Good Evening! A passerby has located a dog in the area of Buffalo Road and Bird Drive. The dog is currently at our borough police station. If it your animal please contact the department at 814-899-0681, or stop by the station with proof of dog ownership and the 15$ kennel fee!

Thank You!

Please be advised: The traffic signal at Buffalo Road & Bird Drive is currently experiencing an electrical issue. A service crew has been dispatched; however, an estimated time for repair is not yet known.

Temporary stop signs have been deployed, and the intersection is operating as a four-way stop.

Please use caution while traveling through the intersection

*Update* the traffic signal is back up and running!