Olean, N.Y. – On Saturday night, deputies from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office responded to a disturbance at Shady Rest, a local residence hall in Olean. The incident began when 46‑year‑old Mark J. Dwaileebe allegedly threatened several residents and locked himself inside his own room, prompting concern for public safety.
Arrest and Charges
Deputies arrived on the scene, assessed the situation, and ultimately secured Dwaileebe’s surrender without further incident. He was taken into custody and charged with menacing and felony possession of a weapon, offenses that carry significant penalties under New York law.
Background to the Incident
This arrest follows a prior encounter with law enforcement just one day earlier. On Friday, deputies executed an active arrest warrant issued by the City of Olean, taking Dwaileebe into custody and turning him over to the Olean Police Department. He was subsequently released, only to return to the Shady Rest property the next evening, where the new confrontation occurred.
Law‑Enforcement Response
The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office emphasized that the situation was resolved peacefully. No injuries were reported to either the suspect or responding officers. Sheriff’s officials praised the cooperation of the Shady Rest residents, whose quick reporting helped de‑escalate a potentially dangerous scenario.
Community Impact
Residents of the Olean area expressed relief that the incident was contained without violence. Local community leaders reiterated the importance of maintaining a safe environment for all citizens and encouraged anyone witnessing suspicious activity to contact law enforcement promptly.
Next Steps
Dwaileebe will remain in custody pending a court appearance where the charges will be formally presented. The sheriff’s office indicated that they will continue to monitor the situation and work closely with the Olean Police Department to ensure public safety in the neighborhood.
Authorities remind the public that threats of violence and illegal possession of firearms are taken seriously and will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
Original reporting: WESB (Bradford) — read the source article.
