The two individuals accused in connection with the death of Genesee County Sheriff’s Sgt. Thomas Sanfratello are scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday morning. They face charges related to the incident, which led to the tragic loss of Sgt. Sanfratello. The hearing will address the details of the case as legal proceedings continue for those held responsible for his death.
According to Batavia Police, an incident in March at the Batavia Downs casino led to serious charges against 33-year-old Michael Elmore and 39-year-old Lyndsey Jean Wilcox.
Authorities report that Sgt. Thomas Sanfratello escorted the pair out of the casino due to disruptive behavior. However, after being removed, Elmore allegedly returned armed with a metal chain, which he used to strike Sgt. Sanfratello on the head.
Police also state that during the attempt to arrest Wilcox, she allegedly assaulted Sgt. Sanfratello as well, further escalating the situation. The events surrounding this violent encounter have now resulted in both individuals facing significant charges.
Sgt. Thomas Sanfratello, a dedicated 32-year veteran of the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, tragically became unresponsive after the violent altercation and was pronounced dead at the scene. As a result of his actions, Michael Elmore is facing charges of aggravated assault and aggravated manslaughter in connection with the sergeant’s death.
Lyndsey Jean Wilcox, meanwhile, has been charged with assault and burglary following the incident. These charges reflect the severity of the events that led to the untimely death of Sgt. Sanfratello.
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