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No arrests yet in pursuit of stolen vehicle that ended in Pavilion

By Howard B. Owens
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There have been no arrests in a police pursuit that ended in Pavilion on Monday that led to a manhunt in the area of Route 63 and Route 20, according to the Sheriff's Office.

Chief Deputy Joseph Graff said today, in response to questions from The Batavian, that there is an ongoing investigation into a possession of stolen property case.

He said the incident began with a pursuit of a vehicle in Livingston County.

"It was determined to have been stolen from Horseheads," Graff said. "It was occupied by two subjects who fled the scene and were not apprehended despite a search of the area."

According to an NYSP spokesperson, the State Police assisted in the manhunt with a helicopter and drones.

Another spokesperson for the State Police said that two vehicles were reported stolen in Chemung County. 

The Livingston County Sheriff's Office has not responded to a request for more information.

A red vehicle was chased into Pavilion on Monday, with reports at the time saying it was occupied by two black males.

No injuries have been reported in connection with the incident.

"We are continuing to investigate," Graff said.

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