Posted on: June 19, 2026 03:30 PM

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State Police arrest Cobleskill man following assault involving a pellet gun

On June 14, 2026, State Police arrested Shaman Railine, 32, of Cobleskill, NY, for:

Assault 2nd, a class “D” felony

Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd, a class “D” felony

Reckless Endangerment, 2nd, a class “A” misdemeanor

On June 14, 2026, at about 8:15 p.m., troopers responded to the report of an altercation in the area of State Route 7 in Cobleskill. The investigation determined Railine was involved in a verbal altercation with an individual known to him. Prior to the altercation Railine reportedly recklessly drove his vehicle nearly striking the victim, who was operating a motorcycle. The victim pulled over, Railine followed them and continued the altercation. During the argument Railine allegedly discharged a pellet gun, intentionally striking the victim in the face and head, causing injuries, and then fled in his vehicle.  The victim was transported to Albany Medical Center for evaluation and treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Railine was located at his home, where he was arrested and transported to SP Cobleskill for processing.

From NYSP