LOWVILLE, NY — The Lowville Police Department released the following statement on Oct. 16, 2026:
“The Lowville Police Department arrested a village man on October 15th, 2026, after responding to a domestic dispute. 30-year-old James Chapman struck a female in the arm with a compound bow and then fired a BB gun at the female. The female suffered a contusion on her arm while the BB never struck her. She was evaluated by Ems on the scene. Chapman was charged with Felony Assault in the 2nd degree, Menacing in the 2nd degree (Misdemeanor), and Harassment in the 2nd degree (Violation). He was arraigned in the Town of Lowville Justice Court and remanded to the Lewis County Jail on $1,000 cash or $2,000 bond.”