

On February 3, 2025, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation in Canandaigua arrested 57-year-old David L. Ferry of Naples, NY, for Criminal Possession of a Weapon on School Grounds (E Felony) and Endangering the Welfare of a Child (A Misdemeanor).
Troopers received a complaint-in-progress that Ferry had just purchased a .22 caliber rifle and was observed driving away in a Naples School Bus upon leaving the retail store. Ontario County Sheriff's Office Deputies found the bus on State Route 247 in the town of Gorham and conducted a traffic stop upon request of the State Police. Deputies and Troopers discovered the bus was occupied by 12 students. The rifle was secured under a seat in the original package, and there was no ammunition. Naples Central School officials were notified and responded to the scene.
There is no indication that Ferry purchased the rifle with the intent of carrying out school violence, and there are no credible threats to Naples Central School, its students, or staff.
Ferry was processed at SP Canandaigua and issued appearance tickets for the Gorham Town Court on February 18, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.
Contact Troop E Public Information Officer: Trooper Lynnea Crane
Troop E Commander:
Major Kevin Sucher