Probation director highlights mock‑crash prevention program; youth court to begin June 9

Probation Director Jessica Mcnite told the Allegany County Public Safety Committee on June 3 that the probation office continues long‑standing collaboration with the sheriff and other local law‑enforcement agencies and shared highlights from recent activity.

She said a search of a Wellsville residence yielded 4.5 grams of methamphetamine, needles with suspected fentanyl, two knives and three BB guns that resembled handguns; Mcnite provided photographs to committee members. She described ongoing efforts to remove contraband from the community and to work proactively with partners.

Mcnite and others also reviewed a mock‑crash prevention program run with Jennese Valley students. Two students who participated described the staged crash and the message it sent. "It was really scary... I never want to be in a car crash," one student said, urging peers to avoid driving drunk.

Mcnite said the countys youth court will hold its first session June 9 after a training cycle and volunteer recruitment; earlier volunteer shortages delayed the program's start. Committee members praised the education and prevention efforts.