French Creek Altercation Leads to Two Arrests on Child Endangerment Charges

Deputies respond to early morning incident on Route 426; two individuals face charges

(WNY News Now) – FRENCH CREEK, N.Y. — The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office arrested two individuals following an early morning altercation on Route 426 in the Town of French Creek.

Deputies responded to the scene at approximately 12:56 a.m. on Friday, September 26, 2025. Following an investigation, authorities determined that 35-year-old Brett M. Rater and 35-year-old Breeanna L. Byers, both residents of French Creek, were involved in the incident…

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