Man charged with buggery and assault after massive search in Hilton

HILTON, NY – A man is in custody after a massive search in Hilton following a burglary and assault.

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says they were called around 1 a.m. to family issues at a two-apartment complex. When officers arrived, the suspect fled on foot and officers tracked him down using drones and a K-9 unit.

Joseph Ortiz-Serrano now faces burglary, strangulation, assault and other charges. Nothing is yet known about the victim’s condition. We have reached out for more information.