October 17, 2024
On October 8, 2024, State Police of Cobleskill arrested John E. Stuerke, 46, of Middleburgh, NY for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth degree.
On August 3, 2024, Troopers responded to Apple Food & Grocery in Middleburgh, NY, for the reports of a motorcycle fire. The investigation revealed that the fire was accidental and that Stuerke was in possession of the motorcycle at the time of the fire. During the investigation, it was discovered that the motorcycle had been stolen from Schoharie, NY, and the owner was unaware it had been taken until contacted by Troopers.
Stuerke was arrested and processed at SP Cobleskill. He was released on an Appearance Ticket returnable to Middleburgh Town Court on October 22, 2024.