STEUBEN COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) – An Erwin man has been arrested on theft charges after officials say he stole benefits from the Steuben County Department of Social Services.

Brett J. Vanzile, 41, was arrested on Thursday, Aug. 7, on the charges of misuse of food stamps and petit larceny, as stated in a release from the Steuben County Sheriff's Office.

Officials say Vanzile was charged with the crimes after he used another person's benefit card on April 1, 2025, utilizing benefits that he wasn't eligible for.

As a result, Vanzile was charged and released on an appearance ticket to return to the Village of Bath Court at a later date.

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