Woman Arrested on Contraband Charge in Batavia

Rosemary R. Waters allegedly found with fentanyl at county jail

Apr. 6, 2026 at 2:04am

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A 40-year-old Batavia woman named Rosemary R. Waters was arrested on March 25 for promoting prison contraband in the first degree and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree after she was allegedly found in possession of fentanyl when brought to the Genesee County Jail.

Why it matters

The arrest highlights ongoing challenges with contraband and drug possession issues within the criminal justice system, as well as the broader opioid crisis impacting communities across New York state.

The details

According to police, Waters was arrested and brought to the Genesee County Jail, where she was allegedly found to be in possession of the powerful synthetic opioid fentanyl. She was charged with promoting prison contraband and criminal possession of a controlled substance.

  • Waters was arrested on March 25.
  • The incident occurred when Waters was brought to the Genesee County Jail.

The players

Rosemary R. Waters

A 40-year-old resident of Batavia, New York who was arrested for promoting prison contraband and criminal possession of a controlled substance.

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The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement and correctional facilities face in preventing the introduction of dangerous drugs like fentanyl into the criminal justice system, which can have serious public health and safety implications for both inmates and the broader community.