Broome County Sees Spike in Arrests for Assault, Theft, and Drug Offenses

Weekly police report details charges ranging from child endangerment to DWI

Jan. 29, 2026 at 12:39pm

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The Broome County Sheriff's Office has released its latest weekly report, highlighting a range of arrests across the county. The report includes charges for assault and child endangerment in Fenton, as well as multiple cases of theft, drug possession, and driving while intoxicated in other parts of the county.

Why it matters

This report provides insight into the types of criminal activity occurring in Broome County and the efforts of local law enforcement to address these issues. The variety of charges, from violent crimes to property offenses and substance abuse, underscores the diverse challenges facing the community.

The details

The report details several notable arrests, including a Binghamton man charged with assault and child endangerment, a Chenango resident facing kidnapping and larceny charges, and multiple individuals charged with drug possession and DWI. The report also includes charges for petit larceny, obstruction of justice, and fleeing police.

  • The weekly report from the Broome County Sheriff's Office was released on January 28, 2026.
  • The arrests and charges listed occurred over the previous week.

The players

Xavier Perez

A Binghamton resident charged with Assault in the 3rd Degree and Child Endangerment following an investigation into child endangerment in the Town of Fenton.

Dana Dioguardi

A resident of the Town of Chenango charged with two counts of Kidnapping in the 2nd Degree, Grand Larceny in the 4th Degree, Attempted Grand Larceny in the 4th Degree, two counts of Child Endangerment, Resisting Arrest, and Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the 2nd Degree, following a larceny investigation in the Town of Chenango.

David Banks

An Endicott resident charged with two counts of Child Endangerment, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree, and Public Lewdness, following an investigation into child endangerment in the Town of Union.

Sean Brown

A Binghamton resident charged with Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle in the 3rd Degree, Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the 2nd Degree, Two Counts of Reckless Endangerment in the 2nd Degree, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree, and 47 traffic violations, following a pursuit through the City of Binghamton, Town of Dickinson, and Town of Kirkwood.

Kiley Bonilla-Lattanze

A Binghamton resident charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the 2nd Degree, Reckless Endangerment in the 2nd Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree, following the same pursuit through the City of Binghamton, Town of Dickinson, and Town of Kirkwood.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to work diligently to address the range of criminal activity in our community and ensure the safety of all residents.”

— Sheriff David Harder, Broome County Sheriff

What’s next

The Broome County Sheriff's Office will continue to monitor criminal activity in the region and work with local law enforcement agencies to address emerging issues and trends.

The takeaway

This report underscores the ongoing challenges facing Broome County, from violent crimes to property offenses and substance abuse. It highlights the need for a comprehensive, community-based approach to public safety that addresses the root causes of criminal behavior and supports rehabilitation and prevention efforts.