Elmira Police Officer Arrested Following Investigation into Confidential Information Leak

HORSEHEADS, N.Y. — The New York State Police in Horseheads have arrested Shyonna M. Pacheco, age 26, of Pine City, NY, following a months-long investigation into the unlawful release of confidential information. Pacheco is a police officer with the Elmira City Police Department.

According to the State Police, the investigation began on July 22, 2025, after the Elmira Police Department reported possible leaks of sensitive information. Investigators subsequently launched an extensive probe, which included the execution of search warrants at two separate locations.

The investigation led to Pacheco’s arrest on October 15, 2025. She has been charged with:

• Hindering Prosecution in the Second Degree – Class E Felony

• Two Counts of Official Misconduct – Class A Misdemeanor

• Two Counts of Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the Second Degree – Class A Misdemeanor

Pacheco was arraigned in the City of Elmira Court and released on her own recognizance pending future court proceedings.

State Police confirmed that the Elmira Police Department has been fully cooperative throughout the investigation. The Schuyler County District Attorney’s Office has been assigned as special prosecutor.

Authorities say the case remains an active and ongoing investigation.