Waterloo Town Supervisor and Junior Football League President Arrested in Felony Burglary Case

Don Trout and Michelle Geraghty have been arrested by New York State Police for their alleged involvement in a burglary. Both face charges of third-degree burglary, a Class D felony in New York.

Don Trout, the Waterloo Town Supervisor, and Michelle Geraghty, identified as the President of the Waterloo Junior Football League in a 2021 IRS filing, have been arrested by New York State Police. Both face charges of third-degree burglary, a Class D felony in New York, which involves unlawful entry with the intent to commit a crime. Details about the incident and the specific nature of the alleged crime remain undisclosed.

Trout's tenure as Town Supervisor has been marred by controversy. In January 2022, he faced public outrage for posting a controversial meme on Facebook that listed "warning signs of white supremacy," including traits like full-time employment and literacy. The post sparked a wave of community backlash, leading to numerous complaints at town hall and condemnation from five other town supervisors.

During a heated town meeting, Councilman Mike Pfeiffer called for Trout’s resignation, labeling the post divisive and inappropriate. Residents voiced their frustration, emphasizing the need for more inclusive leadership. Trout refused to step down, stating, "I respect my board and the opinions they hold, but I think things have gone too far." While denying any racist intent, he altered his Facebook privacy settings to limit the post’s visibility rather than deleting it.

In March 2018, Trout pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a December 2017 vehicle accident in which he reportedly collided with a telephone pole. Witnesses claimed Trout fled the scene on foot, disappearing into nearby woods. Despite an extensive search involving law enforcement and a K9 unit, he was later found by family members and taken to the hospital.