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Posted 6 February 2026
2 face felony charges for alleged thefts from Walmarts in region, including Albion
Press Release, Orleans County Sheriff Chris Bourke
ALBION – The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrests of two individuals following a multi-agency investigation into an organized retail theft scheme targeting department stores across Orleans, Genesee and Monroe counties.
Kirk Thomas Jr., 41, and Nevada Nichols, 33, both of Batavia, were charged in connection with multiple thefts from Walmart locations in the region on Jan. 12 as a result of a coordinated investigation by the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office, Genesee County Sheriff’s Office and Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
The investigation began after the Albion Walmart reported a theft on Jan. 6 in which more than $1,400 in merchandise—primarily electronics—was stolen. Surveillance footage showed a male and female suspect leaving the store in a white BMW with no license plates.
Further investigation revealed the same suspects were involved in additional thefts at Walmart locations in Albion, Brockport, Batavia and surrounding areas, resulting in thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise.
Through coordinated investigative efforts, including surveillance review, intelligence sharing, vehicle identification, investigators identified Thomas and Nichols as suspects.
The vehicle used in the thefts was located and secured by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, and search warrants executed by Orleans and Monroe County investigators resulted in the recovery of stolen property.
On January 12, Thomas and Nichols were taken into custody with the assistance of New York State Parole.
In Orleans County, both defendants were charged with:
- Two counts of Conspiracy in the Fifth Degree (A Misdemeanors)
- Two counts of Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree (E Felonies)
- Enterprise Corruption (B Felony), stemming from an alleged ongoing pattern of
organized retail theft activity
Nevada M. Nichols was released on an appearance ticket in the Town of Albion Court. Nichols was also arrested and released by the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office for
Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree in the Town of Batavia, and by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office for two counts of Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree in the Town of Sweden.
Kirk A. Thomas Jr. was held in custody by Orleans County pending a bail hearing. Thomas has an extensive criminal history in New York State, having been previously arrested 48 times for similar offenses and convicted of eight felony crimes.
Additional charges for both are anticipated from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office as the investigation continues.
The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Parole, and Walmart Asset Protection for their cooperation and assistance in this investigation coordinated by Orleans County Sheriff’s Investigator Brian Marsceill.
This case highlights the effectiveness of interagency collaboration in addressing organized retail theft and protecting local businesses.
Posted 6 February 2026
Abbreviations: F = felony, M = misdemeanor, V = violation, T = traffic infraction
On January 21st, the Albion Police Department charged Jerry Robinson Jr. on Oak Orchard Road in the Town of Albion for speed in zone (T) and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 1st (F).
On January 27th, the Albion Police Department charged Kyle Carter on East Park Street for criminal possession of a weapon 3rd (F), menacing 2nd weapon (M) and harassment 2nd (V).
On January 29th, the Albion Police Department charged Zachary Allen on West Avenue for 3 separate incidents of shoplifting complaints. He was charged with petit larceny (M) three times.
On January 31st, the Albion Police Department charged John Butler on Platt Street for petit larceny (M).
On February 1st, the Albion Police Department charged Antonio Lopez on West Academy Street for criminal mischief 3rd (F) and harassment 2nd (V).
On February 4th, the Albion Police Department charged Christopher Enedy on Platt Street for criminal contempt 1st prior convictions (F).
On February 5th, the Albion Police Department charged Ponel Kittles on Platt Street for strangulation 2nd (F).
On February 5th, the Albion Police Department charged Ponel Kittles on Platt Street for sex offender fail to report change of address (F).
On February 5th, the Albion Police Department charged Brian Wallace on Platt Street for a bench warrant out of the Town of Albion Court.
On February 5th, the Albion Police Department charged Timothy Ausman Jr. on Platt Street for a bench warrant out of the Town of Albion Court.
Posted 4 February 2026
Albion ESL teacher charged with sex abuse, forcible touching
ALBION – An English as a Second Language teacher at Albion Central School been charged with forcible touching, endangering the welfare of a child and sexual abuse in the third degree.
Josefino Paz, 58, of Brockport surrendered at the Orleans County Jail today following a criminal investigation conducted by the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Chris Bourke said.
The alleged incident involved a juvenile victim and occurred within the Town of Albion, the sheriff said.
“Due to the age of the victim, no identifying information will be released,” Bourke said.
The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office coordinated this investigation with Albion School District officials, School Resource Deputy Ashliegh Stornelli, and Sheriff’s Investigators Kevin Colonna and Devon Pahuta.
Upon becoming aware of this incident, Albion School officials removed Paz from any access to the school district property.
Paz was processed at the Orleans County Jail and held pending CAP court arraignment for the charges, which are all misdemeanors. A temporary order of protection has been issued. Additional court proceedings are pending, Bourke said.
Anyone with additional information related to this investigation is encouraged to contact the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office at 585-589-5527.
