A deputy of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office searches for elements of evidence related to the incident on August 8. (Photo from Chenango County Undersheriff Dustin Smietana)

SMITHVILLE— A woman faced multiple charges after allegedly showing up at a residence located along State Highway 220 in the Town of Smithville and firing numerous shots with a long rifle on August 8.

An individual mowing their lawn at the residence heard the shots and recognized the woman holding the gun, prompting them to flee the scene, reported the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office.

The sheriff’s office charged April Chandler, 49, of Endicott, with fourth-degree criminal possession, two counts of reckless endangerment and second-degree menacing. Chandler was released, with sheriff officials citing New York state's bail reform laws.

Chandler was processed and arraigned on the charges on the evening of August 8, the sheriff’s office reported in a media release. Chandler is also set to appear in the Town of Smithville Court on August 22.

Chenango County Undersheriff Dustin Smietana said the incident is under an ongoing investigation, and more charges may be filed.

On August 8, the sheriff’s office received a 911 call of shots fired at the Smithville residence just before noon.