Posted on: September 28, 2026 12:00 PM

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State Police arrest two following Broome burglary investigation

On September 11, 2026, State Police arrested Mark J. Smith, 33, of Middleburgh for:

Burglary 1st, a class “B” felony

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 4th, a class “C” felony

Two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th, a class “D” felony

Conspiracy 4th, a class “E” felony

Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th, a class “A” misdemeanor

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th, a class “A” misdemeanor

Criminal Contempt 2nd, a class “A” misdemeanor

George Bevins, 47, of Middleburgh was also arrested for:

Burglary 1st, a class “B” felony

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 4th, a class “C” felony

Conspiracy 4th, a class “E” felony

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th, a class “A” misdemeanor

On September 11, 2026, at about 5:30 a.m., troopers responded to an unoccupied residence in Broome for the report of a burglary in progress. On arrival, troopers observed multiple individuals inside the home and instructed them to exit. Bevins attempted to flee the home on foot but was taken into custody after a short foot pursuit. When taken into custody, he was found to be in possession of a controlled substance.

Smith was later located on the roof of the residence where he was taken into custody. When taken into custody, Smith was found to be in possession of an illegal handgun and numerous controlled substances. Due to an active court order issued by the Schoharie County Family Court, Smith could not legally possess any firearm.

Bevins was transported to SP Cobleskill for processing.

From NYSP