A fugitive from Pennsylvania is in custody after a chase in Steuben County.
Deputies say Erich West, 39, was in a stolen pickup truck, on I-99 Thursday when he was observed by officers.
He fled on foot, before stealing a motorcycle and swimming through the Tioga River to get away.
West was turned over the U.S. Marshal’s Service, but will face charges in Steuben and Chemung counties.
Deputies say he was charged with criminal possession of stolen property, fleeing a police officer, and resisting arrest.
This content is brought to you by the FingerLakes1.com Team. Support our mission by visiting www.patreon.com/fl1 or learn how you send us your local content here.