March 7, 2026
FROM NYSP: The New York State Police arrested Cody B. Clemons, age 28, of Woodhull, NY, following the investigation of a domestic incident in the village of Painted Post. On February 28, 2026, at approximately 2:19 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at a residence on East High Street in Painted Post, Steuben County. An investigation determined that Clemons allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with a woman during a verbal dispute, during which he applied pressure to the victim’s neck, restrained her, and damaged her cell phone. Troopers also determined that the incident occurred in violation of an active order of protection. Troopers located Clemons a short distance away on North Hamilton Street in Painted Post and took him into custody without further incident. During a search of his person, Troopers discovered approximately 8.2 grams of suspected methamphetamine. Clemons was transported to SP Painted Post for processing.
Clemons was charged with:
Criminal Contempt 1st degree (E felony)
Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree (A misdemeanor)
Unlawful Imprisonment 2nd degree (A misdemeanor)
Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree (A misdemeanor)
Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation (A misdemeanor)
Following processing, Clemons was transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.
