New York Woman Stabs 2 State Troopers

Two New York State Troopers were stabbed by a woman during an arrest. The incident started on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Crosby’s Gas Station in the village of Bolivar, located at 500 Main, Bolivar, NY 14715.

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At 3:25 pm on Saturday, NYSP Troopers out of SP Amity responded to a report of a stolen vehicle at Crosby’s. Troopers identified the stolen 2000 black Chevy Silverado at a gas pump. Troopers approached the vehicle, which was driven by a 31-year-old woman. While officers tried to arrest Julia C. Groff of Bolivar, she allegedly became violent. Groff allegedly stabbed Trooper Jacob Klock, a 9-year-veteran, above the eye, and Trooper Michael Rich, an 11-year-veteran, in the head. Trooper Rich discharged his firearm, but Groff was not hit. Both Troopers were taken to the hospital to be treated for serious injuries.

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Groff was taken into custody with minor injuries. She was charged with Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault upon Police Officer, Menacing a Police Officer, Grand Larceny, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest, and Criminal Possession Weapon. Groff was arraigned and is being held without bail at the Allegany County Jail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, May 21, at the Town of Bolivar Court.

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