On June 12 state police in Big Flats responded to a report of a threatening phone call received by Wal-Mart staff in Horseheads.
An investigation into the incident revealed that the caller, identified as Martin R. Beebe, 74, from Elmira Heights had issued a concerning threat to the store’s employees over the phone.
After being transported to state police headquarters Beebe was charged with harassment.
He was then released and issued an appearance ticket for the Town of Horseheads Court, with a court date set for June 27, 2023.
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