Deputies arrest man on weapons, stolen property charges

YATES, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Town of Yates man is facing charges from Orleans County Sheriff’s Deputies after an investigation into stolen items.
Police say they found him to be in possession of a stolen boat motor, lawnmower and more than 12 guns. After police seized the items, they arrested 57-year-old Michael Silversmith and charged him for possession of stolen property, and possessing weapons as a convicted felon.
Silversmith, a felon, isn’t allowed to possess any firearms.