Posted on: June 24, 2026 04:00 PM

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Poland man charged after a bad check investigation

On June 22, 2026, the New York State Police charged John E. Cornmire, age 32, of Poland, with Grand Larceny in the Third Degree and Issuing a Bad Check.

On May 4, 2026, at approximately 2:55 p.m., State Police responded to State Route 9 in the town of Champlain for a report of a bad check. An investigation determined that Cornmire issued the victim a check in the amount of $3,123.36, which was later returned due to insufficient funds.

Investigators determined that multiple attempts by the victim to contact Cornmire regarding the payment were unsuccessful.

Members of the New York State Police worked in conjunction with the Clinton County District Attorney’s Office during the investigation.

From NYSP